Yeah it's normal. Not cool tho!
Yes it's normal, but it's not really socially considered to be a good thing.
Sounds like you're friend was just an asshole.
I thought what I'd do was, I'd pretend I was one of those deaf-mutesOr should I?
Seems to have been a very contentious topic. Thanks again for all the feedback, it's interesting to see others viewpoints and experiences. We all come at this from different angles.