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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: 29/12/2012

29/12/2012

BBC Radio 4 - Brain of Britain, 29/12/2012

Nationwide general knowledge quiz chaired by Russell Davies.

Russell Davies welcomes another four competitors in the latest heat of the general knowledge quiz.

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Which writer's first published novel, 'Jumping The Queue' appeared when she was aged 70? And in a special televised ceremony at the end of 1999, who was named Sports Personality of the 20th Century? 

Russell Davies chairs the latest heat of the longest-running general knowledge quiz on British radio, this week from the BBC's Maida Vale studios. Competitors from Swindon, Reading, London and Petersfield in Hampshire try for a place in the 2013 semi-finals.

As always, there's a chance for a listener to 'Beat the Brains' by devising questions that may outwit all four contestants. 

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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