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Jun 2024
32m 40s

Strange and Unusual Laws - AIRC523

Craig Wealand
About this episode

Did you know that it’s illegal to fly a kite in Buenos Aires, Argentina? And that it’s forbidden to be shirtless in Barcelona?  Today you’ll learn about some weird and wonderful laws from all over the world. We would hate to see you sent to prison in Sri Lanka for taking a selfie with the Buddha or jailed in Denmark for wearing a mask in public. 

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