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.

Episode List

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

Jul 30th, 2025 6:30 AM

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

The Third Crusade and Pilgrim's Revenge | A Slice of Medieval #71

Jul 16th, 2025 6:00 AM

Historian, Sharon Bennett Connolly and historical author, Derek Birks are joined by bestselling novelist, Scott Mariani, to discuss the Third Crusade and his new novel, Pilgrim's Revenge. Music by Adriel Fair licensed from Epidemic Sound

Henry IV | A Slice of Medieval #70

Jul 2nd, 2025 6:30 AM

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

Emma of Normandy | A Slice of Medieval #69

Jun 18th, 2025 6:00 AM

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

Summer 2025 Book Recommendations| A Slice of Medieval #68

Jun 4th, 2025 6:00 AM

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

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