Brain of Brains 2021

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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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The quiz contest of champions, chaired by Russell Davies.

Russell Davies hosts an elite quiz run-off between the top scoring Brain of Britain winners of recent years.

Before the 2021 Brain of Britain series gets under way, Russell Davies welcomes back four top-scoring contestants from recent years for an elite quiz contest. The Brain of Britain champions from 2019 and 2020 are joined by the runners-up from those Finals, to determine who takes home the prestigious Brain of Brains trophy.

The quiz comes from the Radio Theatre in London and was recorded with restrictions on indoor gatherings still in place.

Taking part are:
Graham Barker, a retired dental surgeon from the Wirral (the reigning Brain of Britain champion)
Hugh Brady, a scientist from North London
Frankie Fanko, a freelance translator from Leicestershire
David Stainer, a tax advisor from Hertford.

Producer: Paul Bajoria

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