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152 episodes
Language
EnglishExplicit
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Date created
2018/06/10
Latest episode
2026/10/21
Average duration
68 min.
Release period
15 days
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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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Robert the Bruce | A Slice of Medieval #104
2026/10/21
Historian, Sharon Bennett Connolly and author, Derek Birks discuss Robert the Bruce with historian Fiona Watson.
Music by Adriel Fair licensed from Epidemic Sound
Eleanor of Aquitaine | A Slice of Medieval #103
2026/10/07
Historian, Sharon Bennett Connolly and historical author, Derek Birks are joined by author Sara Cockerill to discuss the life and importance of Eleanor of Aquitaine.
Music by Adriel Fair licensed from Epidemic Sound
Anne of Cleves | A Slice of Medieval #102
2026/09/23
Historian, Sharon Bennett Connolly and author, Derek Birks are joined by author, Nicola Cornick to discuss the life of Anne of Cleves.
Music by Adriel Fair licensed from Epidemic Sound
ElizabethWoodville | A Slice of Medieval # 101
2026/09/09
Historian, Sharon Bennett Connolly and author, Derek Birks discuss Queen Elizabeth Woodville.
Music by Adriel Fair licensed from Epidemic Sound
Bayeux Tapestry & Domesday Book | A Slice of Medieval #100!
2026/08/26
Historian, Sharon Bennett Connolly and author, Derek Birks are joined for their 100th podcast by archaeologist, historian and writer, Max Adams, to discuss the Bayeux Tapestry and Domesday Book.
Music by Adriel Fair licensed from Epidemic Sound
Henry VIII | A Slice of Medieval #99
2026/08/12
Historian, Sharon Bennett Connolly and author, Derek Birks are joined by historian, Steven Veerapen, to discuss King Henry VIII, the subject of his new book, Overlord.
Music by Adriel Fair licensed from Epidemic Sound
The Warenne Earls of Surrey | A Slice of Medieval #98
2026/07/29
Historian, Sharon Bennett Connolly and historical author, Derek Birks discuss the origins and fortunes of the Warenne family. As Earls of Surrey they played a prominent part in all the major events of the middle ages.
Music by Adriel Fair licensed from Epidemic Sound
The Hundred Years War - Rage of Swords | A Slice of Medieval #97
2026/07/15
Historian, Sharon Bennett Connolly and historical author, Derek Birks are joined by author, David Gilman to discuss where his new book, Rage of Swords, fits into the Hundred Years War.
Music by Adriel Fair licensed from Epidemic Sound
Hubert de Burgh | A Slice of Medieval #96
2026/07/01
Historian, Sharon Bennett Connolly and historical author, Derek Birks discuss the life and career of Justiciar Hubert de Burgh, who played an important role in the reigns of both King John and King Henry III.
Music by Adriel Fair licensed from Epidemic Sound
Edward I and Wales | A Slice of Medieval #95
2026/06/17
Historian, Sharon Bennett Connolly and historical author, Derek Birks are joined by historian and author, David Pilling to discuss Edward I and Wales.
Music by Adriel Fair licensed from Epidemic Sound
The Stanley Brothers | A Slice of Medieval #94
2026/06/03
Historian, Sharon Bennett Connolly and historical author, Derek Birks discuss the Stanley Brothers, Thomas and William, and their roles during the Wars of the Roses
Music by Adriel Fair licensed from Epidemic Sound
England in the Early 11th century | A Slice of Medieval #93
2026/05/20
Historian, Sharon Bennett Connolly and historical author, Derek Birks discuss the early eleventh century in England, with historical fiction author, Peter Gibbons.
Music by Adriel Fair licensed from Epidemic Sound
Margaret Tudor | A Slice of Medieval #92
2026/05/06
In our second 'Goes Tudor' episode, historian, Sharon Bennett Connolly and historical author, Derek Birks are joined by historian, Linda Porter, to discuss Margaret Tudor, Queen of Scots, Henry VIII's elder sister.
Music by Adriel Fair licensed from Epidemic Sound
King Stephen | A Slice of Medieval #91
2026/04/22
Historian, Sharon Bennett Connolly and historical author, Derek Birks consider the question: how successful was King Stephen?
Music by Adriel Fair licensed from Epidemic Sound
The First Crusade | A Slice of Medieval #90
2026/04/08
Historian, Sharon Bennett Connolly and historical author, Derek Birks discuss the First Crusade with Michael Jecks.
Music by Adriel Fair licensed from Epidemic Sound
Podcast reviews
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Lady Morwynlyn 2025/06/25
If you love History, you’ll love this podcast
Sharon and Derek bring history to life with their outstanding interview with historians and historical writers. Each show they bring insight, knowledg...
Lorraine19! 2025/01/21
Medieval In-Depth
As a reader of Medieval novels, I have found Derek and Sharon's podcast my best source for understanding the facts behind the fiction. I was so lost b...
PixieDustNOLA 2023/01/02
Lovely podcast
I just love this podcast. It’s like two scholarly friends discussing the medieval period.
Haveyoumetmeggers 2022/05/11
A Great Listen
Well written, presented clearly, and factual. I really enjoyed every minute of it.
bazuemague 2020/07/28
One of my favorites
No posing, no BS, no straining to entertain. In short, none of the things that ruin so many podcasts that purport to be about history. This is British...
incognito82 2020/05/14
Love the content, hate the voice. Blow your nose for Peat’s Sake!
Everything about this podcast is perfect except his voice. He has permanently stuffed up nose. How about blowing his nose? DO SOMETHING.
AdamDobson 2019/11/27
Riveting
Superb and engrossing podcast which comprehensively covers this period. What is on the label is definitely in the can...and some! Mr Birks is a pleasu...
Mcarna 2019/04/29
Excellent
Great bite size bits of history about this incredible period. I’m loving it!
Jabuhrer 2019/04/12
Great history podcast
Recommended for anyone who likes history, political intrigue, and epic storytelling. As dramatic and exciting as Game of Thrones, but the stories are ...
Angela-2819 2019/02/02
Love it!
I’m so glad I found this post cast! I find it very informative and easy to follow and understand!
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