In this episode of "Normal World," Dave Landau and Angela are joined by comedian Derek Richards, filling in for 1/4 Black Garrett. The show begins with headlines that range from a newly discovered Harper Lee short story collection to singer Yungblud’s unusual revelation about his mistaken belief in his own rock-star heritage. The focus shifts when the hosts react to footage of New York mayoral front-runner Zohran Mamdani calling to “remake the state in the image of our people.” They unpack his past remarks on assimilation, his political messaging, and his reported connections to extremist figures, questioning how such rhetoric resonates in contemporary New York. The discussion widens into a candid look at city politics, cultural identity, and the media’s conflicted role in both. Later, the team explores a Michigan story about a man arrested for making Halloween costumes out of his own body hair, then moves to viewer confessions involving paternity doubts, family tensions, and unexpected second acts. The night wraps with the panel sharing their most unforgettable “worst place you’ve ever gone” stories. Today’s guests on "Normal World" are Derek Richards and Kevin Kramis. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices