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A Slice of Medieval

Sharon Bennett Connolly and Derek Birkswww.derekbirks.com
Derek Birks is an #historicalfiction author who is interested in all matters historical. Sharon Bennett Connolly is a #medieval #historian who writes mainly about women.
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Episodes

Xmas Special 2023 | Podcast #30

Historian, Sharon Bennett Connolly and historical novelist, Derek Birks share a Christmas Special with fellow podcasters and authors, Matthew Harffy and Steven A McKay. Music by Adriel Fair licensed from Epidemic Sound Holly Image courtesy of rawpixel.com on Freepik

Sep 03, 20241 hr 6 min

Harald Hardrada | A Slice of Medieval #29

Historian, Sharon Bennett Connolly and historical fiction author, Derek Birks discuss Harald Hardrada and the book Viking Fire, with guest author, Justin Hill. Music by Adriel Fair licensed from Epidemic Sound

Sep 03, 202447 min

The Last Templar | A Slice of Medieval #28

Historian, Sharon Bennett Connolly and historical fiction author, Derek Birks discuss The Last Templar and murder mysteries with guest author, Michael Jecks Music by Adriel Fair licensed from Epidemic Sound

Sep 03, 202450 min

Robert and Penelope Devereux | A Slice of Medieval Goes Rogue #27

Historian, Sharon Bennett Connolly and historical fiction author, Derek Birks discuss Queen Elizabeth's favourite, Robert Devereux, Earl of Essex and his flamboyant sister, Penelope Devereux, with guest author Tony Riches. Music by Adriel Fair licensed from Epidemic Sound

Sep 03, 202452 min

Aethelflaed | A Slice of Medieval #26

Historian, Sharon Bennett Connolly and historical fiction author, Derek Birks discuss Aethelflaed, Lady of the Mercians, with guest author and historian, Annie Whitehead. Music by Adriel Fair licensed from Epidemic Sound

Sep 03, 20241 hr 10 min

Christine de Pisan | A Slice of Medieval #25

Historian, Sharon Bennett Connolly and historical fiction author, Derek Birks discuss the career of the remarkable medieval writer, Christine de Pisan. Music by Adriel Fair licensed from Epidemic Sound

Sep 03, 202443 min

Henry II & Eleanor of Aquitaine | A Slice of Medieval #24

Historian, Sharon Bennett Connolly and historical fiction author, Derek Birks discuss the great medieval power couple of Henry II and Eleanor of Aquitaine, with guest historian, Matthew Lewis. Music by Adriel Fair licensed from Epidemic Sound

Sep 03, 20241 hr 1 min

The Black Prince | A Slice of Medieval #23

Historian, Sharon Bennett Connolly and historical fiction author, Derek Birks discuss the life and exploits of Edward, Black Prince, with guest historian, Michael Jones. Music by Adriel Fair licensed from Epidemic Sound

Sep 03, 202440 min

The White Ship | A Slice of Medieval #22

Historian, Sharon Bennett Connolly and historical fiction author, Derek Birks discuss the White Ship disaster in 1120 which derailed Henry I's plans for the succession. Music by Adriel Fair licensed from Epidemic Sound

Sep 03, 20241 hr 4 min

The Pastons | A Slice of Medieval #21

Historian, Sharon Bennett Connolly and historical fiction author, Derek Birks discuss with guest historical fiction author, Anne O'Brien, the Paston family and the importance of their numerous letters for our understanding of 15th century life in England. Music by Adriel Fair licensed from Epidemic Sound

Sep 03, 202450 min

Napoleon's Spy | A Slice of Medieval Goes Rogue! #20

A Slice of Medieval Goes Rogue! Historian, Sharon Bennett Connolly and historical fiction author, Derek Birks step out of their comfort zone to talk to Ben Kane about his new book, Napoleon's Spy. Music by Adriel Fair licensed from Epidemic Sound

Sep 03, 202453 min

Margaret of Anjou | A Slice of Medieval #19

Historian, Sharon Bennett Connolly and historical fiction author, Derek Birks discuss Margaret of Anjou - the queen of Henry VI who divides historical opinion. Music by Adriel Fair licensed from Epidemic Sound

Sep 03, 20241 hr 5 min

Robin Hood | A Slice of Medieval #18

Historian, Sharon Bennett Connolly and historical fiction author, Derek Birks discuss with guest historical fiction author, Steven A McKay, how he came to write his Robin Hood series and also his forthcoming book on Alfred the Great. Music by Adriel Fair licensed from Epidemic Sound

Sep 03, 202442 min

Edward II | A Slice of Medieval #17

Historian, Sharon Bennett Connolly and historical fiction author, Derek Birks discuss with guest historian, Kathryn Warner, the tempestuous reign of Edward II and his queen, Isabella of France. Music by Adriel Fair licensed from Epidemic Sound

Sep 03, 20241 hr 2 min

Bernard Cornwell and Agincourt | A Slice of Medieval #16

Historian, Sharon Bennett Connolly and historical fiction author, Derek Birks discuss with guest author, Bernard Cornwell, Agincourt, archers and all things Hundred Years War. Music by Adriel Fair licensed from Epidemic Sound

Sep 03, 202440 min

Nicholaa de la Haye | A Slice of Medieval #15

Historical novelist Derek Birks chats to historian Sharon Bennett Connolly about her new book about Nicholaa de la Haye, King John's Right Hand Lady. Music by Adriel Fair licensed from Epidemic Sound

Sep 03, 202453 min

Vikings and Berserkers | A Slice of Medieval #14

Historian, Sharon Bennett Connolly and historical fiction author, Derek Birks discuss with guest author, Angus Donald, his bestselling Fireborn Series. Music by Adriel Fair licensed from Epidemic Sound

Sep 03, 202442 min

William Rufus | A Slice of Medieval #13

Historian, Sharon Bennett Connolly and historical fiction author, Derek Birks discuss the much-maligned king, William II - popularly know as Rufus. Music by Adriel Fair licensed from Epidemic Sound

Sep 03, 202444 min

Henry III & Simon de Montfort | A Slice of Medieval #12

Historian, Sharon Bennett Connolly and historical fiction author, Derek Birks discuss the epic duel between Henry III and Simon de Montfort with guest historian Darren Baker. Music by Adriel Fair licensed from Epidemic Sound

Sep 03, 202445 min

Edward the Elder | A Slice of Medieval #11

Historian, Sharon Bennett Connolly and historical fiction author, Derek Birks discuss Edward the Elder - a much overlooked king of Wessex whose reign saw signifcant steps towards the unification of England. Music by Adriel Fair licensed from Epidemic Sound

Sep 03, 202449 min

Edward I and Eleanor | A Slice of Medieval #10

Historian, Sharon Bennett Connolly and historical fiction author, Derek Birks are joined by special guest, historical novelist, Anna Belfrage, to discuss the relationship of Edward I and Eleanor of Castile as presented in her Castilian series. Music by Adriel Fair licensed from Epidemic Sound

Sep 03, 202444 min

The Earl of Warwick: Hero or Villain? | A Slice of Medieval #9

Historian, Sharon Bennett Connolly and historical fiction author, Derek Birks discuss the career of Richard Neville, Earl of Warwick and the part he played during the Wars of the Roses. Was he a valiant hero upon whom others depended, or was he a villain who through his ambition brought conflict to England? Music by Adriel Fair licensed from Epidemic Sound

Sep 03, 20241 hr 9 min

Saxons with Matthew Harffy | A Slice of Medieval #8

Historian, Sharon Bennett Connolly and historical fiction author, Derek Birks talk with guest historical fiction author, Matthew Harrfy, about his books set in Anglo-Saxon Northumbria. Music by Adriel Fair licensed from Epidemic Sound

Sep 03, 20241 hr 5 min

Before 1066 | A Slice of Medieval #7

Historian, Sharon Bennett Connolly and historical fiction author, Derek Birks discuss the succession problems of late Anglo-Saxon England and their effect on the events of 1066. Music by Adriel Fair licensed from Epidemic Sound

Sep 03, 202450 min

William Marshal with Elizabeth Chadwick | A Slice of Medieval #6

Historian, Sharon Bennett Connolly and historical fiction author, Derek Birks talk to bestselling novelist, Elizabeth Chadwick, about all things William Marshal who first appeared in Elizabeth's book, The Greatest Knight. Music by Adriel Fair licensed from Epidemic Sound

Sep 03, 202440 min

King John | A Slice of Medieval #5

Historian, Sharon Bennett Connolly and historical fiction author, Derek Birks discuss the last years of King John and the impact on English history compared to that of Magna Carta. Music by Adriel Fair licensed from Epidemic Sound

Sep 03, 202449 min

Richard I with guest Ben Kane | A Slice of Medieval #3

Sharon Bennett Connolly and Derek Birks are joined by bestselling historical novelist, Ben Kane to discuss the life and times of Richard I and how he portrays him in the Lionheart trilogy. Music by Adriel Fair licensed from Epidemic Sound

Sep 03, 202443 min

Heiresses during the Wars of the Roses | A Slice of Medieval #2

Sharon Bennett Connolly and Derek Birks discuss how 'teenage' heiresses influenced the course of the Wars of the Roses, how central they were to its events and the toll it took upon them. Music by Adriel Fair licensed from Epidemic Sound

Sep 03, 202447 min

The Anarchy | A Slice of Medieval #1

Historian Sharon Bennett Connolly and historical fiction author, Derek Birks combine in this first podcast about the Anarchy. Music by Adriel Fair licensed from Epidemic Sound

Sep 03, 202434 min
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