Episode 33- The Forbidden Selfie with Buddha

Episode 34- The Forbidden Selfie with Buddha

In this culturally curious episode, Juris Oddity explores Thailand’s unusual law prohibiting disrespectful images of Buddha—including tourist selfies. What happens when modern social media habits collide with ancient religious reverence? Let’s step carefully into the legal line between admiration and offense.

Episode 33- The Forbidden Selfie with Buddha

In this culturally curious episode, Juris Oddity explores Thailand’s unusual law prohibiting disrespectful images of Buddha—including tourist selfies. What happens when modern social media habits collide with ancient religious reverence? Let’s step carefully into the legal line between admiration and offense.

Episode 32- The Illegal Snowball Fight

In this frosty episode, Juris Oddity dives into the surprising legality of snowball fights. From Colorado towns that classify snowballs as “missiles” to long-forgotten municipal codes banning the throwing of any object, discover how winter fun once found itself on the wrong side of the law.

Episode 31- Don’t Slam Your Car Door in Switzerland

In this uniquely quiet episode, Juris Oddity explores Switzerland’s lesser-known noise law that discourages slamming car doors—especially at night. What may seem like an overreaction is actually part of a broader national obsession with peace and public order. Get ready to tiptoe through the legal world of Swiss soundscapes.

Episode 30- The Curse of the Chewing Gum Ban

In this sticky episode, Juris Oddity unwraps Singapore’s infamous ban on chewing gum. Once labeled the world’s cleanest city, Singapore took things to a new level by outlawing gum entirely. From vandalism to black-market breath-fresheners, we explore the social and political motivations behind this bizarre but surprisingly effective law.