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Episodes
27 episodes
Bedikas Chametz for Travelers
In this episode, we discuss how one who is traveling away from home before Pesach should fulfill their obligation to search for chametz.
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33:42

Purim Prep 101: Toiveling, Challah, and Egg FAQs
In this special Purim episode, we explore a few common questions related to the holiday: whether to toivel dishes intended for mishloach manos, the halachos of hafrashas challah, and what to do when blood spots are fo...
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41:25

The Subtle Art of Interrogating a Liar
In this episode, we discuss the laws of returning objects found in public places, what to do with objects that can't be returned, and how to deal with a suspected liar. Hilchos Metziah Upikadon Seif 17-21שו״ע אדמו״ר...
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35:42

Lost in the Living Room: Hashavas Aveidah in a Private Home
In this episode, we discuss the laws of lost objects in a private home.Hilchos Metziah Upikadon Seif 10-16שו״ע אדמו״ר הזקן הלכות מציאה ופקדון סעיף י׳-טז
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31:42

Lost and Found in Shul: Does it Belong to the Shul?
In this episode, we discuss whether one can claim a lost object if they recognize it, and whether a lost object found in a shul automatically belongs to the shul.Hilchos Metziah Upikadon Seif 9שו״ע אדמו״ר הזקן הלכות מציא...
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29:27

Cash on the Ground-Finders Keepers?
In this episode, we break down the laws of lost and found cash. When can you keep money you find?Hilchos Metziah Upikadon Seif 8שו״ע אדמו״ר הזקן הלכות מציאה ופקדון סעיף ח׳
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20:11

The Alter Rebbe Wants You to Know This
In this episode, we discuss the laws of taking someone else's belongings when you know they wouldn't mind.Hilchos Metziah Upikadon Seif 4-7שו״ע אדה״ז הלכות מציאה ופקדון סעיף ד-ז
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20:26

Can You Keep It?
In this episode, we discuss the laws of lost objects with no unique identifying characteristics (simanim).Hilchos Metziah Upikadon Seif 2-3שו״ע אדה״ז הלכות מציאה ופקדון סעיף ב׳-ג׳
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19:08

The Case of the Missing Steak
In this episode, we discuss when one can keep an object they find, when they must return it, and when they should not touch it. Hilchos Metziah Upikadon Seif 2שו״ע אדה״ז הלכות מציאה ופקדון סעיף ב׳
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29:45

If Insurance Will Pay for It, Do You Still Have to Return It?
In this episode, we begin the Laws of Metziah Upikadon (Hashavas Aveidah) by exploring the law in a case where a lost object is insured. Is the finder still obligated to return it?Hilchos Metziah Upikadon Seif 1שו״ע אדה״ז הלכות ...
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27:33

When the Public Takes Over: Can You Take Back Your Land?
In this episode, we conclude Hilchos Gezeilah U'Geneivah by exploring the laws of relocating property boundaries, reclaiming a public pathway on private property, and returning stolen goods when the thief is uncertain about the rightfu...
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33:22

Playing Dreidel for Money?
In this episode, we discuss the halachos of gambling, split-the-pot raffles, and playing dreidel for money or prizes.Hilchos Gezeilah uGeneivah #16שו״ע אדמו״ר הזקן הלכות גזילה וגניבה סעיף לא
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37:09

If Someone Took Yours, Can You Take Theirs?
In this episode, we explore whether whether you can use someone else's property if they took yours, and what responsibilities arise when items are swapped unintentionally.Hilchos Gezeilah uGeneivah #15שו״ע...
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27:07

Someone Owes You Money: When Can You Take Matters Into Your Own Hands?
In this episode, we explore whether one can take matters into their own hands against a thief or a debtor.Hilchos Gezeilah uGeneivah #14שו״ע אדמו״ר הזקן הלכות גזילה וגניבה סעיף כו - כט
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34:45

Bankruptcy and Rent Control: Dina Demalchusa Part III
In this episode, we explore whether halacha acknowledges laws like bankruptcy, rent control, and tenant protections under the principle of Dina Demalchusa Dina. Hilchos Gezeilah uGeneivah #13...
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29:47

Elections and Ethics: Dina Demalchusa Part II
Hilchos Gezeilah uGeneivah #12שו״ע אדמו״ר הזקן הלכות גזילה וגניבה סעיף יז-יטIn this episode, we discuss how the principle of 'the law of the land' applies to traffic laws, zoning laws, rent control, and mor...
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35:57

Tax Breaks You Didn't Know About: Dina Demalchusa Part I
Hilchos Gezeilah uGeneivah #11שו״ע אדמו״ר הזקן הלכות גזילה וגניבה סעיף טו-טזIn this episode, we explore how paying taxes fits within the principle of 'the law of the land' in Jewish law.
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37:27

The Bernie Madoff Dilemma: Cashing in on Crime
Hilchos Gezeilah uGeneivah #10שו״ע אדמו״ר הזקן הלכות גזילה וגניבה סעיף יב-ידIn this episode, we explore the laws surrounding benefiting from stolen goods, including how they apply to charitable donations.
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39:15

Blind Spots: The Limits of Lifnei Iver
Hilchos Gezeilah uGeneivah #9שו״ע אדמו״ר הזקן הלכות גזילה וגניבה סעיף ט-יאIn this episode, we delve into the halachos of buying stolen goods and their broader implications for the concepts of לפני עור
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37:28

Office Policy: Using the Work Printer?
Hilchos Gezeilah uGeneivah #8שו״ע אדמו״ר הזקן הלכות גזילה וגניבה סעיף ז-ח
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29:43

How a Stolen Sukkah Can Be Kosher
Hilchos Gezeilah uGeneivah #7שו״ע אדמו״ר הזקן הלכות גזילה וגניבה סעיף ו
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31:11

The Social Media Effect: Halachos of Lo Sachmod
Hilchos Gezeilah uGeneivah #6שו״ע אדמו״ר הזקן הלכות גזילה וגניבה סעיף ה
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27:47

Flying Under the Radar: Torah-Approved Travel Hacks
Hilchos Gezeilah uGeneivah #5שו״ע אדמו״ר הזקן הלכות גזילה וגניבה סעיף ד-ב
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