A Slice of Medieval
History Podcasts
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.
Location:
United Kingdom
Genres:
History Podcasts
Description:
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.
Twitter:
@Feud_writer
Language:
English
Website:
http://www.derekbirks.com
Episodes
Anthony Woodville | A Slice of Medieval Podcast #39
4/24/2024
Historian, Sharon Bennett Connolly and historical fiction author, Derek Birks discuss the fifteenth century nobleman, Anthony Woodville, with historian, Danielle Burton. Music by Adriel Fair licensed from Epidemic Sound
Duration:00:48:16
Richard II & Henry IV | A Slice of Medieval podcast #38
4/10/2024
Historian, Sharon Bennett Connolly and historical fiction author, Derek Birks discuss the reign of Richard II and how he came to be deposed by Henry IV. Music by Adriel Fair licensed from Epidemic Sound
Duration:01:16:24
Agricola | A Slice of Medieval Podcast #37 - A Going Rogue Episode
3/27/2024
Going Rogue again, historian, Sharon Bennett Connolly and historical fiction author, Derek Birks discuss, with novelist SJA Turney, his new Roman series centred upon the general at the forefornt of the conquest of Britain, Gnaeus Julius Agricola. Music by Adriel Fair licensed from Epidemic Sound
Duration:00:53:11
The Master of War Series | A Slice of Medieval #36
3/13/2024
Historian, Sharon Bennett Connolly and historical fiction author, Derek Birks discuss, with novelist David Gilman, the Master of War series and the Hundred Years War during which it is set. Music by Adriel Fair licensed from Epidemic Sound
Duration:00:56:37
Black Death| A Slice of Medieval #35
2/28/2024
Historian, Sharon Bennett Connolly and historical fiction author, Derek Birks discuss the Black Death with novelist S D Sykes and her mysteries set during the fourteenth century. Music by Adriel Fair licensed from Epidemic Sound
Duration:00:56:28
King Arthur | A Slice of Medieval #34
2/7/2024
Historian, Sharon Bennett Connolly and historical fiction author, Derek Birks discuss with novelist Angus Donald his new serialised King Arthur stories. Music by Adriel Fair licensed from Epidemic Sound
Duration:00:48:57
Athelstan and Brunanburh | A Slice of Medieval #33
1/17/2024
Historian, Sharon Bennett Connolly and historical fiction author, Derek Birks discuss with novelist M.J. Porter how she portrays Athelstan and Brunanburh in her Brunanburh Series. Music by Adriel Fair licensed from Epidemic Sound
Duration:01:02:15
Simon de Montfort| A Slice of Medieval #32
1/2/2024
Historian, Sharon Bennett Connolly and historical fiction author, Derek Birks discuss how novelist Ian Ross portrays Simon de Montfort in his books Battle Song and War Cry. Music by Adriel Fair licensed from Epidemic Sound
Duration:01:04:28
The Woodvilles | A Slice of Medieval #31
12/20/2023
Historian, Sharon Bennett Connolly and historical fiction author, Derek Birks discuss the often maligned Woodville family and their part in the Wars of the Roses. Music by Adriel Fair licensed from Epidemic Sound
Duration:01:14:25
Xmas Special 2023 | Podcast #30
12/8/2023
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
Duration:01:06:16
Harald Hardrada | A Slice of Medieval #29
11/29/2023
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
Duration:00:47:26
The Last Templar | A Slice of Medieval #28
11/8/2023
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
Duration:00:49:30
Robert and Penelope Devereux | A Slice of Medieval Goes Rogue #27
10/25/2023
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
Duration:00:52:15
Aethelflaed | A Slice of Medieval #26
10/11/2023
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
Duration:01:10:11
Christine de Pisan | A Slice of Medieval #25
9/27/2023
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
Duration:00:42:58
Henry II & Eleanor of Aquitaine | A Slice of Medieval #24
9/13/2023
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
Duration:01:01:00
The Black Prince | A Slice of Medieval #23
8/27/2023
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
Duration:00:39:50
The White Ship | A Slice of Medieval #22
8/16/2023
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
Duration:01:03:52
The Pastons | A Slice of Medieval #21
8/2/2023
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
Duration:00:50:07
Napoleon's Spy | A Slice of Medieval Goes Rogue! #20
7/19/2023
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
Duration:00:53:08