A Slice of Medieval

From a plethora of listener suggestions, historian, Sharon Bennett Connolly and historical fiction author, Derek Birks try to decide which medieval legends to invite to their Christmas Dinner. Music by Adriel Fair licensed from Epidemic Sound

Sharon Bennett Connolly and Derek Birks are joined by bestselling historical novelist, Ben Kane to discuss the life and times of Richard I and how he portrays him in the Lionheart trilogy. Music by Adriel Fair licensed from Epidemic Sound

Sharon Bennett Connolly and Derek Birks discuss how 'teenage' heiresses influenced the course of the Wars of the Roses, how central they were to its events and the toll it took upon them. Music by Adriel Fair licensed from Epidemic Sound

Historian, Sharon Bennett Connolly and historical fiction author, Derek Birks discuss with guest author, Angus Donald, his bestselling Fireborn Series. Music by Adriel Fair licensed from Epidemic Sound

Historian Sharon Bennett Connolly and author Derek Birks discuss Edward the Elder's reign, strategic alliances, power struggles, submissions, strategic marriages, besieging the Danes, and the collaborative success of Ethel Fled and Edward in a fascinating exploration of medieval history.

Historian, Sharon Bennett Connolly and historical fiction author, Derek Birks discuss the two loves of Edward III, Philippa of Hainault and Alice Perrers, with author, Gemma Holman.Music by Adriel Fair licensed from Epidemic Sound

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

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

Historian, Sharon Bennett Connolly and historical fiction author, Derek Birks discuss with guest historical fiction author, Steven A McKay, how he came to write his Robin Hood series and also his forthcoming book on Alfred the Great. Music by Adriel Fair licensed from Epidemic Sound

Historian, Sharon Bennett Connolly and historical fiction author, Derek Birks talk with guest historical fiction author, Matthew Harrfy, about his books set in Anglo-Saxon Northumbria. Music by Adriel Fair licensed from Epidemic Sound