Totally Normal Folks

Episode 011 - The Chronically Online Generation (feat. crashcltr)

Your go-to girl for what's going on in the internet, Bella/crashcltr joins the Totally Normal Folks to talk about all things chronically online! On this episode, Bella talks about how crashcltr started and her growing popularity as the quintessentially 'Jaksel' street interviewer. In addition to various tangents on niche internet sub-cultures. Have YOU ever heard about Tumblr Lesbian roleplay? well us neither! So take a seat, get educated, and let's get chronically online together.

Episode 010 - Performative Activism and Gay Panic (feat. TooDizi)

On this episode of the Totally Normal Folks Podcast, the fellas are celebrating pride month! Joined by prominent ally and political content creator/commentator TooDizi, we dunk on Indonesian homophobes and their weird fixation on hating bottoms for no particular reason, reminisce on the glory days of queer Indonesian mainstream media, and discuss why the Indonesian progressive movement needs to be more disciplined. Is a panel of (mostly) cishet dudes the best way to celebrate pride? Probably not! But we're here anyway!

Episode 009 - The Curious Case of Nadiem Makarim

Dear audience, have you ever dreamt about contributing your unique knowledge and skillsets, and giving back to your country through public service? No?...oh..uh.. well, IF you wanted to, you should think again! Cause here in Indonesia, that could get you sent to prison. Nadiem Makarim, Ibrahim Arief, and Amsal Sitepu are just some of the high profile figures subjected to Indonesia's kangaroo courts, where logic and reasoning are thrown out the window, and prosecutors grasp at the thinnest of straws. So join the Totally Normal Folks, as we walk you through the cases, discuss what this means for Indonesia's skilled working professionals, and figure out what exactly happened to law and order.

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Episode 008 - The Kebaya Resurgence, Historical Gossip, and The Most Intelligent Conversations We've Ever Had (feat. Alma Al Farisi)

Indonesia's most fashionable history nerd, Alma Al Farisi (@almahello), joins the Totally Normal Folks to talk about the resurgence of the kebaya, and the seldom discussed influences of traditional textiles and garb on the country's social and political landscape. If that description sounds more intelligent than what you're used to, that's because our esteemed guest's presence on this episode alone has exponentially increased our collective IQs, and we have now become infinitely more Cultured™. If YOU too want to expand your minds, or if you're keen on hearing some juicy vintage historical gossip, then listen on!

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TNNW - W2 March 2026 - Strait of Hormuz Mined, Indonesian Activists Acquitted, Social Media Ban for Children

This week we update you on the War in Iran, celebrate the acquittal of four Indonesian activists who were arrested during last year's massive protests, and talk about the Indonesian government's proposed ban of social media for children under 16. Sources: https://www.tempo.co/politik/komdigi-koordinasi-lintas-kementerian-soal-akses-medsos-anak-2121232 Placemaking And Privatization In Tambora‘s Public Open Space by Maria Immaculata Ririk Winandari, Punto Wijayanto, Ardilla Jefri https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2026/mar/09/proposed-ban-on-social-media-for-under-16s-rejected-by-mpshttps://jakartaglobe.id/lifestyle/should-social-media-be-restricted-for-kids-indonesia-joins-global-effort-to-protect-children-onlinehttps://en.tempo.co/read/2091620/amnesty-criticizes-indonesias-social-media-ban-for-under-16Interview with Youths on Social Media (https://share.google/fhiSdtYkuV6KEGwBn)https://www.thejakartapost.com/indonesia/2026/03/09/activists-acquittal-of-riot-incitement-hailed-as-democratic-win.html?utm_source=(direct)&utm_medium=channel_indonesiahttps://www.thejakartapost.com/indonesia/2026/03/07/court-finds-activists-not-guilty-of-inciting-august-riot.htmlhttps://ylbhi.or.id/bibliografi/laporan/laporan-kpf-operasi-pembungkaman-kaum-muda-terbesar-sejak-reformasi/https://www.thejakartapost.com/indonesia/2026/02/20/crackdown-on-august-unrest-biggest-state-suppression-since-1998-report.html

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Episode 007 - Oscars Predictions and Our Favorite Films of 2025 (feat. woodcock.tv)

Ahead of the upcoming 98th Academy Awards, the Totally Normal Folks are joined by special guest, Woodcock.tv to talk film! In this episode, we discuss our four favorites of 2025, the biggest cinematic disappointments of the year, the nominees of the upcoming Oscars, and who we think is gonna take home the big prize.

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Episode 006 - The Southeast Asian Experience and Stand-Up Comedy Shenanigans (feat. Fakkah Fuzz)

Singapore's King of Comedy, Fadzri Rashid aka Fakkah Fuzz, joins the podcast to talk about our shared Southeast Asian experiences with racism, dictatorships, environmental collapse, and other fun stuff! What makes Singapore so great? Why is the Malaysian Parliament so chaotic? and Why can't we all just get along? All this, plus the low down on Fadzri's latest comedic escapades, can be found right here on this episode.

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Episode 005 - Finding Love in the Digital Age (feat. Indah G)

Love! We all want it, but it's getting harder and harder to find nowadays. Is it our fault? or are the forces of capitalism once again putting the odds against our favor? On this episode, the Totally Normal Folks are joined by the internet's favorite no-nonsense political commentator, Indah G, as they delve into the dreadful world of modern romance.

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Episode 004 - 2010s Nostalgia and the Culture That Shaped Gen-Z

The Totally Normal Folks reflect on the decade that shaped them and many other Gen-Zers; the 2010s. The time of seemingly endless summers, catchy party anthems, and outrageously skinny jeans. As 2010s nostalgia comes back in a big way, we ask the question, why are we already nostalgic for decade that just passed? what did the 2010s mean to us? and does this mean the mustache tattoo on my finger is no longer cringe?

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Episode 003 - High School Flashbacks and the Chronic Underappreciation of Teachers

The Totally Normal Folks go back to high school (figuratively), and re-examine where it all went wrong. On this episode, we discuss the state of public and private education in Indonesia, the underappreciation of teachers across the country, and why schooling is a capitalist conspiracy all along.

Episode 002 - Careers, Labor Protests, and Corporate Bootlicking

The Totally Normal Folks take you back to their whimsical youth, when their eyes glimmered with hope and hearts filled with dreams. Long before they ever heard about such terms as "maximizing shareholder value" or "paid in experience" or worse yet "LinkedIn Influencer"

Episode 001 - Jakarta Fads, and Colonialism

In this pilot episode of the Totally Normal Folks podcast, we talk about fads in all its shapes and sizes. Hop onto hear our rambling opinions on the unrelenting march of Padel courts in our hometown of Jakarta, how colonialism stopped us from being racist towards each other (kinda), and why mindful eating is a load of nonsense.