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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: Heat 2, 2019

Heat 2, 2019

BBC Radio 4 - Brain of Britain, Heat 2, 2019

The wide ranging general knowledge quiz with competitors from all around the UK

Contenders from Worcestershire, Staffordshire, Berkshire and the Cotswolds join chairman Russell Davies for the second heat in the 2019 tournament.

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Russell Davies welcomes another four contenders for the 66th Brain of Britain title, at the Radio Theatre in London.

Among the unpredictable topics they'll be asked on today are classic 20th century drama, active volcanoes, the Bible, James Bond theme songs and the composition of the blood. There's also a chance for a Brain of Britain listener to win a prize by outwitting the contestants with questions of his or her own devising.

Today's competitors are:
Harry Heath from Redditch in Worcestershire
Ian Parkes from Burton-on-Trent
Jeremy Platt from Bracknell
Ruth Wright who lives near Moreton-in-Marsh in Gloucestershire.

Producer: Paul Bajoria

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