335: The Return of Bird Husband

<p dir="ltr">We’re feeling nostalgic, so we’re bringing back an old favorite: THE BIRD HUSBAND. We explore the trope, its origins, and various types of birds who wind up as various types of husbands. As we discover, it’s hard to be a bird. </p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">Content Warning: This episode contains conversations about or mentions of death, animal death, animal injury, abusive relationships, imprisonment, forced marriage, sexual references, and violence. </p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">Housekeeping</p> <p dir="ltr">- Recommendation: This week, Julia recommends the video game, <a href= "https://www.dredge.game/">Dredge</a>. </p> <p dir="ltr">- Books: Check out our previous book recommendations, guests’ books, and more at <a href= "http://spiritspodcast.com/books">spiritspodcast.com/books</a></p> <p dir="ltr">- Call to Action: Check out <a href= "https://www.exolorepod.com/">Exolore</a>: Helping you imagine other worlds, but with facts and science! Every other week, astrophysicist/folklorist Dr. Moiya McTier explores fictional worlds by building them with a panel of expert guests, interviewing professional worldbuilders, or reviewing the merits of worlds that have already been built. </p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">Sponsors</p> <p dir="ltr">- <a href= "http://betterhelp.com/spirits">BetterHelp</a> is an online therapy service. Get 10% off your first month at <a href= "http://betterhelp.com/spirits">betterhelp.com/spirits</a></p> <p dir="ltr">- <a href="https://mykitsch.com/spirits">Kitsch</a> is a global beauty powerhouse built on positivity and pure hard work. Get 30% off your order at <a href= "https://mykitsch.com/spirits">MyKitsch.com/spirits</a></p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">Find Us Online</p> <p dir="ltr">If you like Spirits, help us grow by spreading the word! Follow us @SpiritsPodcast on <a href= "https://four.libsyn.com/content_edit/index/item_id/twitter.com/spiritspodcast"> Twitter</a>, <a href= "https://four.libsyn.com/content_edit/index/item_id/