#5: Freelance — The Medieval Mercenary Behind Your Side Hustle

Explore the surprising medieval origins of 'freelance.' Contrary to popular belief, the word doesn't come from the free market or Silicon Valley, but from 15th-century mercenary soldiers called 'free lances'—warriors with no feudal master or loyalty contracts.---More from Sticky Note Podcasts:Deep in the Stacks (daily jazz vinyl) | Required Drinking (cocktail history) | Photography Knowledge (daily photo tips)stickynotepodcasts.com

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