All Brucked Up

Akiva and Sheldon Bruck

Welcome to All Brucked Up! Join brothers Sheldon and Akiva Bruck as they explore current news, politics, religion, and other hot-button topics from two very different perspectives - facilitating an open, healthy and amicable conversation.

  1. 12/28/2023

    Episode 29: Antisemitism...It Depends on The Context?!

    In this emotionally charged episode of All Brucked Up* brothers Akiva and Sheldon dive deep into the heart-wrenching reality of the ongoing conflict in Israel as it reaches the grim milestone of three months, addressing the challenges of producing content amidst the ongoing crisis. With the war casting a long shadow, Sheldon shares an unfiltered glimpse into the raw reality of life and work in Israel, shedding light on the mainstream media's narrative that unfairly blames Israel for the ongoing conflict in Gaza, questioning the world's perception and the unsettling double standards faced by the Jewish community. Akiva and Sheldon discuss the recent University panel where Ivy League heads claimed that the calls for the genocide of Jews are context-dependent and question whether the world would react the same if the discussion involved any other community. Moving onto more light-hearted topics, the brothers shift gears to the tech world, including the new MacBook Pro with a staggering 128GB of RAM available and the futuristic bendable ultrawide monitor showcased by YouTube tech guru MKBHD. As the conversation turns towards AI, Akiva and Sheldon discuss the rising concerns surrounding privacy, safety, and potential negative implications. The episode concludes with a powerful and heartfelt plea from the hosts: "Bring Them Home," a call for the safe return of the innocent lives still held hostage in Gaza. Tune in for a riveting rollercoaster of emotions, weaving between the harsh realities of war and the excitement of cutting-edge technology!

    36 min
  2. 11/23/2023

    Episode 27: Wizards, Wars, & Wild Theories

    Welcome back to another episode of All Brucked Up, where brothers Akiva and Sheldon Bruck cover a variety of topics that'll leave you entertained and informed. The episode kicks off with Sheldon sharing his excitement about the recent release of Hogwarts Legacy for the Nintendo Switch. Spoiler: he's loving every second of it! Then, Akiva spills the tea on a jaw-dropping article from Lakewood Alerts called "Mailbag." Brace yourself for a 'concerned teacher' asking whoever is putting up pictures of the Israeli hostages to please stop. The brothers don't hold back, going off on the insensitive and selfish approach to the hostage situation and how she made it all by herself and her community. Sheldon, who lives in Israel, shares his perspective on the Israel-Hamas conflict, including the recent ceasefire, Hamas' terror tunnels, and their use of citizens as human shields. Switching gears, Akiva and Sheldon ponder the future of the U.S., including the upcoming 2024 elections and President Biden's recent, hilarious mix-up of Taylor Swift and Britney Spears. Taking a detour into the world of spam emails and texts, the hosts joke around ridiculous scams they've encountered and how shocking it is that people still fall for these schemes. Sheldon stirs up childhood memories of cereal box sweepstakes prizes – did anyone actually win those? With the holiday season upon us, Akiva & Sheldon discuss the Black Friday mayhem, whether it's still worth the chaos with online deals and events like Amazon Prime Day, and if drone delivery is the future of online shopping. As the episode wraps up, Sheldon brings up the recent situation of Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI, being fired and reinstated as CEO after a boardroom crisis the previous weekend. Tune in now for a rollercoaster of laughs, drama, and real talk on this latest episode of All Brucked Up!

    39 min
  3. 09/28/2023

    Episode 24: Bouncing Balls, Big Checks, & 'Know-It-Alls'

    After a brief hiatus, Akiva and Sheldon are back with another jam-packed episode of All Brucked Up! The brothers kick things off by discussing their experiences attending Orthodox Jewish schools with a double curriculum and the 'invincibility complex' they and many other teenagers had, thinking they knew it all. Akiva and Sheldon then poke fun at corporate jargon phrases like "Let's circle back to that!" and "Get the ball rolling." before shifting to sports, where they share their experiences of playing in the JCC basketball league in Chicago and the ever-increasing earnings of sports players in today's world. As National Mean Girls Day approaches, Sheldon explains the significance of October 3rd to Akiva, reminiscing about the first time he saw the iconic film in theater before discussing Britney Spears and her recent Instagram post of her dancing with knives. Shifting gears to luxury cars, Akiva and Sheldon talk about the dream of owning a Rolls-Royce and the shocking revelation about the number of cows needed to line the interior of a Rolls-Royce Phantom, sparking a conversation about synthetic leather in modern cars. As the episode winds down, Akiva and Sheldon discuss the $1.67 billion Powerball jackpot. Sheldon playfully extracts a promise from Akiva that if he wins, a Mercedes-Benz AMG G63 is in the cards. Get ready for a rollercoaster of laughter, nostalgia, and intriguing insights in this latest episode of All Brucked Up!

    42 min
  4. 09/12/2023

    Episode 23: Rat Feet, Clouds, & Supercars

    Get ready for a rollercoaster of humor, insights, and the delightfully absurd in the latest episode of "All Brucked Up!" First on the menu, hosts Akiva & Sheldon dive into the news of the man who is suing Olive Garden for allegedly having a rat's foot in his soup. Yes, you heard it correctly, and yes, it's as gross as it sounds! The discussion then shifts gears to the political arena, including the latest buzz around Donald Trump's Truth Social, Elon Musk's eyebrow-raising decision to rebrand Twitter as 'X,' and his refusal to pay his Google Cloud bills. This leads Sheldon to talk about the company he works for, Zesty, and how they enable companies to save big on their cloud expenses. The conversation then shifts gears into the world of luxury cars, supercars, and upcoming electric cars they're excited about. Akiva and Sheldon then talk about Kamala Harris' hilarious one-liners that often leave us scratching our heads. They also discuss the music industry and its radical transformation since the rise of streaming services like Spotify and Apple Music. Sheldon reminisces about the days of physical CDs and wonders if digital will ever truly replace them. The episode wraps up with Akiva talking about being back home after spending the summer in Israel at his and Sheldon's parent's house, sparking a discussion about the aviation industry, including the joys of airport security, ridiculous baggage fees, and the cramped Economy Class seats. So, buckle up and join us on this rollercoaster of topics that'll have you laughing, pondering, and maybe even craving some Olive Garden...or not. As always, this episode is serving lots of humor, insights, and--of course--a dash of the absurd!

    45 min

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Welcome to All Brucked Up! Join brothers Sheldon and Akiva Bruck as they explore current news, politics, religion, and other hot-button topics from two very different perspectives - facilitating an open, healthy and amicable conversation.