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General knowledge in which listeners compete for the title of Brain of Britain.

The nationwide general knowledge contest in which 48 listeners from all parts of the UK fight their way to the final. The prize is a silver salver and the title Brain of Britain.

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Brain of Britain: 30/01/2012

30/01/2012

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Competitors vie for the last automatic place in the semi-finals.

Nationwide general knowledge quiz chaired by Russell Davies. The contest reaches its final heat, with one automatic place remaining in the semi-finals, which begin next week.

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The 2012 general knowledge contest reaches its twelfth and final heat, with one automatic place remaining in the semi-finals which begin next week. Which of today's four competitors will win through?

Russell Davies is in the chair, at the BBC's Maida Vale studios.

Producer: Paul Bajoria.

Intelligent speech, the most insightful journalism, the wittiest comedy, the most fascinating features and the most compelling drama and readings anywhere in UK radio.

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