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Intelligent 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.

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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

Paul Gambaccini hosts radio's most challenging music quiz. Now in its 39th series, contestants from around the country have assembled to be tested on their knowledge of music from across the centuries, and across every genre.

This week, in the serie... more

Paul Gambaccini hosts radio's most challenging music quiz. Now in its 39th series, contestants from around the country have assembled to be tested on their knowledge of music from across the centuries, and across every genre.

This week, in the third... more

Paul Gambaccini hosts radio's most challenging music quiz. Now in its 39th series, contestants from around the country have assembled to be tested on their knowledge of music from across the centuries, and across every genre.

This week, in the secon... more

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Recent Guests

Greg Butler
Finalist contestant in Counterpoint Final 2026
BBC Counterpoint contestants
Episode: Final, 2026
Cavern Wood
Finalist contestant in Counterpoint Final 2026
BBC Counterpoint contestants
Episode: Final, 2026
Emma Rubin
Contestant from London, who grew up playing classical music.
Episode: Heat 8, 2026
Paul Milgate
Contestant from Orpington, Kent, with a strong affinity for live music experiences.
Episode: Heat 8, 2026
Julian Ashton
Contestant from Oxford, who has a keen interest in classical music.
Episode: Heat 8, 2026
Juliet Harris
A solicitor from St. Leonard's-on-Sea who DJs and collects vinyl records.
Episode: Counterpoint - Heat 2, 2026
Matthew Neal
Music fan from Blythe, Northumberland.
Episode: Counterpoint - Heat 2, 2026
William Shield Odds
Operational meteorologist from North Allerton, initially from Berwick.
Episode: Counterpoint - Heat 2, 2026
Carrie Lloyd
Episode: Round Britain Quiz: Episode 12

Host

Paul Gambaccini
Host and chair across Counterpoint and related quiz formats with longstanding presence on Radio 4.

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 635 ratings
  • Fun, Tough and Packs a punch

    BoB despite its fair share of UK questions , interesting for a global audience too.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    VGangadharan
    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 Podcasts
    5
    Keirfromhere
    United Statesa year ago
  • Presenter’s incessant laughter is irritating

    A magnificent podcast but Kirsty Langs laughing is inappropriate and a major distraction.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    B 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 Podcasts
    5
    julianh324
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Sounds quiz

    Brain of Britain excellent as always

    Counterpoint disappointing for me - little classical music input in recent series

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Annie the Blake
    United Kingdom2 years ago

Listeners Say

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Global listeners enjoy the cross-genre music knowledge and engaging banter.
Some feedback notes pacing and intro music as points of contention.
Fans appreciate the balance of classical music depth and accessible trivia.
Listeners praise the show's challenging yet friendly quiz atmosphere and strong host moderation.
Audience values the long-running format and high-quality production.

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#102
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Apple Podcasts
#5
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Apple Podcasts
#41
United Kingdom/Leisure
Apple Podcasts
#131
Canada/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#13
Australia/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#89
Australia/Leisure

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Semi-final 2, 2026
Q: Abba may have said, take a chance on me, but these performers don't need chance. They have skill and knowledge on their side. Which team or person is being referred to?
Dan, with reference to the contestants' musical knowledge and preparedness.
Counterpoint - Heat 1, 2026
Q: Which Jukebox musical film stars Edward Norton, Golding Hawn, Drew Barrymore, and Natalie Portman?
Everyone Says I Love You
Counterpoint - Heat 1, 2026
Q: Which song, referencing social issues of the period, was written in the mid-60s by PF Sloan?
Eve of Destruction
Round Britain Quiz: Episode 9
Q: What links Robert Falcon Scott, Boaty McBoatface, Anthony Amirati, Max Verstappen and Lech Valenza?
They are all connected to the concept of 'poll' and only Lech Walesa is an actual poll.
Counterpoint Semi-Final One
Q: Who is known for the line, ‘I used to love her, but it's all over now’?
The Rolling Stones.

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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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Recent guests on Quizzes include:

1. Greg Butler
2. Cavern Wood
3. Emma Rubin
4. Paul Milgate
5. Julian Ashton
6. Juliet Harris
7. Matthew Neal
8. William Shield Odds

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