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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

MargaretBeaufort | A Slice of Medieval #79

Historian, Sharon Bennett Connolly and historical author, Derek Birks are joined by historian, Lauren Johnson, to discuss the much-maligned Margaret Beaufort. Music by Adriel Fair licensed from Epidemic Sound

Nov 05, 20251 hr 11 min

Eleanor of Castile | A Slice of Medieval #78

Historian, Sharon Bennett Connolly and historical author, Derek Birks discuss, with Sara Cockerill, the remarkable Queen Eleanor of Castile. Music by Adriel Fair licensed from Epidemic Sound

Oct 22, 202554 min

Edward V | A Slice of Medieval #77

Historian, Sharon Bennett Connolly and historical author, Derek Birks discuss Edward V and why he did not become king in 1483. Music by Adriel Fair licensed from Epidemic Sound

Oct 08, 20251 hr 20 min

Templar Traitor | A Slice of Medieval #76

Historian, Sharon Bennett Connolly and historical author, Derek Birks are joined by author, Angus Donald, to discuss the story behind his latest historical novel, Templar Traitor. Music by Adriel Fair licensed from Epidemic Sound

Sep 16, 202550 min

The Sheriff of Nottingham| A Slice of Medieval #75

Historian, Sharon Bennett Connolly and historical author, Derek Birks are joined by the Sheriff of Nottingham, Richard Townsley, to discuss the role of the medieval sheriff. Music by Adriel Fair licensed from Epidemic Sound

Sep 10, 202546 min

A Triumvirate of English Earls | A Slice of Medieval #74

Historian, Sharon Bennett Connolly and historical author, Derek Birks discuss the three powerful English Earls of the Eleventh Century, established by King Cnut: Godwin of Wessex, Leofric of Mercia and Siward of Northumbria. Music by Adriel Fair licensed from Epidemic Sound

Aug 27, 20251 hr 26 min

Joanna Plantagenet | A Slice of Medieval #73

Historian, Sharon Bennett Connolly and historical author, Derek Birks are joined by historian and writer, Catherine Hanley, to discuss the life of Joanna Plantagenet. Music by Adriel Fair licensed from Epidemic Sound

Aug 13, 20251 hr 2 min

The Royal House of Wales | A Slice of Medieval #72

Historian, Sharon Bennett Connolly and historical author, Derek Birks are joined by historian and writer, David Pilling, to discuss the the Royal House of Wales. Music by Adriel Fair licensed from Epidemic Sound

Jul 30, 202558 min

Henry IV | A Slice of Medieval #70

Historian, Sharon Bennett Connolly and historical author, Derek Birks discuss the life and times of King Henry IV with historian, Helen Castor. Music by Adriel Fair licensed from Epidemic Sound

Jul 02, 20251 hr 21 min

Emma of Normandy | A Slice of Medieval #69

Historian, Sharon Bennett Connolly and historical author, Derek Birks discuss the life and career of Emma of Normandy with historical novelist, Patricia Bracewell. Music by Adriel Fair licensed from Epidemic Sound

Jun 18, 202542 min

Summer 2025 Book Recommendations| A Slice of Medieval #68

Historian, Sharon Bennett Connolly and historical author, Derek Birks give their summer book recommendations along with guests: Ian Mortimer, Elizabeth Chadwick, C F Dunn, Matthew Lewis, Peter Gibbons, Annie Whitehead and Toni Mount. Music by Adriel Fair licensed from Epidemic Sound

Jun 04, 202532 min

John of Gaunt | A Slice of Medieval #67

Historian, Sharon Bennett Connolly and historical author, Derek Birks discuss the life and career of John of Gaunt with historian, Kathryn Warner. Music by Adriel Fair licensed from Epidemic Sound

May 21, 20251 hr

Medieval Murders | A Slice of Medieval #66

Historian, Sharon Bennett Connolly and historical author, Derek Birks discuss Medieval Murders with Annie Whitehead Music by Adriel Fair licensed from Epidemic Sound

May 07, 202558 min

Medieval Policing | A Slice of Medieval #65

Historian, Sharon Bennett Connolly and historical author, Derek Birks discuss Medieval Policing with Tom Andrews. Music by Adriel Fair licensed from Epidemic Sound

Apr 23, 202550 min

Edward IV | A Slice of Medieval #64

Historian, Sharon Bennett Connolly and historical author, Derek Birks discuss the reign of Edward IV - was he a hero or a villain? Music by Adriel Fair licensed from Epidemic Sound

Apr 06, 20251 hr 18 min

Thomas Becket | A Slice of Medieval #63

Historian, Sharon Bennett Connolly and historical author, Derek Birks discuss the rise and fall of Thomas Becket and his turbulent relationship with Henry II. Music by Adriel Fair licensed from Epidemic Sound

Mar 17, 20251 hr 12 min

The Peasants'Revolt | A Slice of Medieval #62

Historian, Sharon Bennett Connolly and historical author, Derek Birks discuss the Peasants' Revolt with historian, Matthew Lewis. Music by Adriel Fair licensed from Epidemic Sound

Mar 11, 20251 hr 1 min

The Tarnished Crown | A Slice of Medieval #61

Historian, Sharon Bennett Connolly and historical author, Derek Birks discuss the Tarnished Crown series, set during the Wars of the Roses, with historical fiction author, C F Dunn. Music by Adriel Fair licensed from Epidemic Sound

Feb 21, 202548 min

Saxons & Vikings | A Slice of Medieval #60

Historian, Sharon Bennett Connolly and historical author, Derek Birks discuss the Saxons and Vikings with historical fiction author, Peter Gibbons. Music by Adriel Fair licensed from Epidemic Sound

Feb 12, 202549 min

Book Launch Special - Podcast 59

Historian, Sharon Bennett Connolly and historical author, Derek Birks discuss their new books, both of which are published on 30th January 2025. Sharon's Scotland's Medieval Queens from St Margaret to Margaret of Denmark and Derek's A Guide to the Wars of the Roses Music by Adriel Fair licensed from Epidemic Sound

Jan 22, 20251 hr 11 min

King Cnut | A Slice of Medieval #58

Historian, Sharon Bennett Connolly and historical author, Derek Birks discuss the reign of King Cnut. Does he deserve the title 'Great'? Music by Adriel Fair licensed from Epidemic Sound

Jan 07, 20251 hr 5 min

Joan of Kent | A Slice of Medieval #57

Historian, Sharon Bennett Connolly and historical author, Derek Birks discuss the life and loves of Joan of Kent with Elizabeth Chadwick, author of The Royal Rebel. Music by Adriel Fair licensed from Epidemic Sound

Jan 01, 202558 min

A Medieval Christmas | A Slice of Medieval #56

Historian, Sharon Bennett Connolly, and writer, Derek Birks, talk to Toni Mount about medieval Christmas traditions. Music by Adriel Fair licensed from Epidemic Sound

Dec 16, 202442 min

Medieval Speed | A Slice of Medieval #55

Historian, Sharon Bennett Connolly and historical author, Derek Birks discuss Medieval Speed with historian, Ian Mortimer. Music by Adriel Fair licensed from Epidemic Sound Photo courtesy of Sophie Mortimer

Dec 04, 20241 hr 1 min

Alfred the Great - A Slice of Medieval #54

Historian, Sharon Bennett Connolly and historical author, Derek Birks discuss the reign of King Alfred the Great with Steven A McKay, author of The Heathen Horde. Music by Adriel Fair licensed from Epidemic Sound

Nov 20, 202445 min

The Mortimers & Court of Betrayal | A Slice of Medieval #52

Historian, Sharon Bennett Connolly and historical author, Derek Birks discuss the relationship between Roger Mortimer and his wife, Joan with Anne O'Brien, author of the novel, Court of Betrayal. Music by Adriel Fair licensed from Epidemic Sound

Oct 23, 202449 min

Magna Carta| A Slice of Medieval #51

Historian, Sharon Bennett Connolly and historical author, Derek Birks discuss the life and longevity of Magna Carta. Music by Adriel Fair licensed from Epidemic Sound

Oct 04, 202449 min

HNS Conference 2024 - Writing Medieval Podcast #50

During the 2024 HNS Conference at Dartington Hall in Devon, historian, Sharon Bennett Connolly and historical fiction author, Derek Birks discuss 'How to write fiction about medieval times' with bestselling authors: Elizabeth Chadwick, David Gilman & Matthew Harffy. Music by Adriel Fair licensed from Epidemic Sound

Sep 24, 202442 min
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