Best A Slice Of Medieval Podcasts (2025)

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 SoundBy Sharon Bennett Connolly and Derek Birks

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The Sheriff of Nottingham| A Slice of Medieval #75 46:26

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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 SoundBy Sharon Bennett Connolly and Derek Birks

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A Triumvirate of English Earls | A Slice of Medieval #74 1:26:14

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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 SoundBy Sharon Bennett Connolly and Derek Birks

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Joanna Plantagenet | A Slice of Medieval #73 1:02:07

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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 SoundBy Sharon Bennett Connolly and Derek Birks

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The Royal House of Wales | A Slice of Medieval #72 57:54

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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 SoundBy Sharon Bennett Connolly and Derek Birks

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The Third Crusade and Pilgrim's Revenge | A Slice of Medieval #71 52:47

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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 SoundBy Sharon Bennett Connolly and Derek Birks

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Henry IV | A Slice of Medieval #70 1:20:44

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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 SoundBy Sharon Bennett Connolly and Derek Birks

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Emma of Normandy | A Slice of Medieval #69 41:38

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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 SoundBy Sharon Bennett Connolly and Derek Birks

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Summer 2025 Book Recommendations| A Slice of Medieval #68 32:16

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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 SoundBy Sharon Bennett Connolly and Derek Birks

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John of Gaunt | A Slice of Medieval #67 59:40

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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 SoundBy Sharon Bennett Connolly and Derek Birks

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Medieval Murders | A Slice of Medieval #66 58:18

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

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Medieval Policing | A Slice of Medieval #65 50:15

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

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Edward IV | A Slice of Medieval #64 1:18:26

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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 SoundBy Sharon Bennett Connolly and Derek Birks

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Thomas Becket | A Slice of Medieval #63 1:11:47

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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 SoundBy Sharon Bennett Connolly and Derek Birks

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The Peasants'Revolt | A Slice of Medieval #62 1:01:23

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

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The Tarnished Crown | A Slice of Medieval #61 47:47

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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 SoundBy Sharon Bennett Connolly and Derek Birks

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Saxons & Vikings | A Slice of Medieval #60 49:04

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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 SoundBy Sharon Bennett Connolly and Derek Birks

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Book Launch Special - Podcast 59 1:10:34

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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 RosesMusic by Adriel Fair licensed from Epidemic Sound…

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King Cnut | A Slice of Medieval #58 1:05:29

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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 SoundBy Sharon Bennett Connolly and Derek Birks

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Joan of Kent | A Slice of Medieval #57 58:27

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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 SoundBy Sharon Bennett Connolly and Derek Birks

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A Medieval Christmas | A Slice of Medieval #56 42:29

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

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Medieval Speed | A Slice of Medieval #55 1:01:10

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

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Alfred the Great - A Slice of Medieval #54 44:45

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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 SoundBy Sharon Bennett Connolly and Derek Birks

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Medieval Saints and their Sins| A Slice of Medieval #53 46:38

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Historian, Sharon Bennett Connolly and historical author, Derek Birks discuss medieval saints and their sins with historian, Luke Daly.Music by Adriel Fair licensed from Epidemic SoundBy Sharon Bennett Connolly and Derek Birks