Myths and Legends

361: English folklore: In a Pickle (jar)

Two stories from English folklore about perspective, and how you can't get something for nothing, but you can absolutely get nothing for something. 
 
The creature is an outlandish, bizarre, and strange creature known as an "ostrich." 
 
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Music: 
 
"Calisson" by Blue Dot Sessions 
"Crumbling Dock" by Blue Dot Sessions 
"Lights Out" by Blue Dot Sessions 
"Beignet Interlude" by Blue Dot Sessions 
"Rafter" by Blue Dot Sessions

Jason Weiser and Carissa Weiser tell stories from myths, legends, and folklore that have shaped cultures throughout history. Some, like the stories of Aladdin, King Arthur, and Hercules are stories you think you know, but with surprising origins. Others are stories you might not have heard, but really should. All the stories are sourced from world folklore, but retold for modern ears. These are stories of wizards, knights, Vikings, dragons, princesses, and kings from the time when the world beyond the map was a dangerous and wonderful place.