Quizzes
BBC Radio 4Intelligent and challenging quiz games on BBC Radio 4. Featuring Round Britain Quiz, Counterpoint and Brain of Britain with Quizmasters including Paul Gambaccini, Kirsty Lang and Russell Davies.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 55 | Founded | 15 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | GamesLeisure | |||
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Teams from all over the UK will face Kirsty Lang's cryptic questions across the series, with Kirsty offering support and the odd hint where it might be needed.
The fourth match in the series is between Scotland and Wales.
As always, they'll drop po... more
Teams from all over the UK will face Kirsty Lang's cryptic questions across the series, with Kirsty offering support and the odd hint where it might be needed.
The second match in the series is between Northern Ireland and England.
As always, they'... more
Teams from all over the UK will face Kirsty Lang's cryptic questions across the series, with Kirsty offering support and the odd hint where it might be needed.
The second match in the series is between Wales and Northern Ireland.
As always, they'll... more
Teams from all over the UK nations will face Kirsty Lang's cryptic questions across the series, with Kirsty offering support and the odd hint where it might be needed.
First up are the pairs from the England and Scotland.
The rivalry promises to be... more
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Apple Podcasts2MaryH1nge
United Kingdom17 days ago - Fun, Tough and Packs a punch
BoB despite its fair share of UK questions , interesting for a global audience too.
Apple Podcasts5VGangadharan
Indiaa year ago - Best of Britain
It is always a delight to listen to a show that is politeness itself. Contestants are knowledgeable and kind to each other; Russel Davies is a model of moderation and old world charm. This is the BBC of my youth! Long may it continue!
Apple Podcasts5Keirfromhere
United Statesa year ago - Presenter’s incessant laughter is irritating
A magnificent podcast but Kirsty Langs laughing is inappropriate and a major distraction.
Apple Podcasts4B from Vancouver
Canada2 years ago - Call that music?
I completely agree with the other reviewer. The programme is brilliant. It is the only BBC radio programme that I ALWAYS make sure to hear. Entertaining and mind stretching in an age of dumbing down.
I do miss the last presenter (sorry, can’t remember his name) but Kirsty Lang does seem to be fitting in well though her marking can be a bit random. It must be difficult to listen, provide good clues but only when needed and also keep a mental note of how much help you have given and therefore how ... more
Apple Podcasts5julianh324United Kingdom2 years ago
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Apple Podcasts | #92 | United States/Leisure/Games |
Apple Podcasts | #2 | United Kingdom/Leisure/Games |
Apple Podcasts | #26 | United Kingdom/Leisure |
Apple Podcasts | #104 | Canada/Leisure/Games |
Apple Podcasts | #8 |  Australia/Leisure/Games |
Apple Podcasts | #43 |  France/Leisure/Games |
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What is Quizzes about and what kind of topics does it cover?
A long-running BBC Radio 4 quiz ecosystem mixes general knowledge with music-specific rounds, featuring contestants across a spectrum of musical interests and eras. Episodes weave rapid-fire trivia, themed rounds (from ABBA to Sherlock Holmes musical cases), and special subjects, all guided by a seasoned host trio. The show balances erudite classical music questions with pop culture references, lively banter, and memory-led clues, creating a brisk, competitive atmosphere that rewards breadth of knowledge and quick thinking. Distinctive strengths include its multi-format structure, strong host presence, and a legacy of producing memorable final rounds and audition calls for new contestants, underscored by a polished BBC Studios production."
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Quizzes launched 15 years ago and published 55 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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1. Rosie Cullen
2. Bill March
3. Daniel Kitto
4. Greg Butler
5. Cavern Wood
6. Emma Rubin
7. Paul Milgate
8. Julian Ashton
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