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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: 05/01/2015

05/01/2015

BBC Radio 4 - Brain of Britain, 05/01/2015

The nationwide general knowledge quiz, chaired by Russell Davies.

Nationwide general knowledge quiz, with Russell Davies asking the questions.

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Which South American country owns Robinson Crusoe Island? And which punctuation mark is used in maths to stand for the factorial of an integer? 

Russell Davies puts these and many other questions to the contenders in the second heat of the 2015 series. This week they come from Leicestershire, Hampshire, East Sussex and the West Midlands. Each will be hoping he or she can win a place in the semi-finals and perhaps stand a chance of adding their name to the illustrious list of Brain of Britain champions. 

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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