In this episode of "Normal World," Dave Landau, 1/4 Black Garrett, and Angela open with a spirited back-and-forth over homemade meatloaf, a few birthday wishes, and upcoming tour dates before diving into their trademark mix of cultural chaos and sharp commentary. The conversation takes a global turn as they explore Japan’s connection between KFC and Christmas, revealing how one American fast-food chain became a holiday tradition overseas. From there, the trio breaks down the Dodgers’ World Series victory, the quirks of fandom, and the unexpected intersections of culture, history, and humor. The tone shifts when they unpack New York City’s election of socialist mayor Zohran Mamdani, questioning the growing appeal of government control and what it reveals about the current political mindset. The hosts then connect the dots between post-pandemic isolation, social media dependency, and the modern struggle to form genuine relationships. As they move through topics of technology, addiction, and disconnection, they highlight the difference between virtual life and real human connection with both comedy and concern. Today’s guests on "Normal World" are Derek Richards and Yoshi Obayashi. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices