Heat 12, 2026
Summary
This final heat of Brain of Britain features four contestants competing for a spot in the semi-finals. The episode covers a wide range of general knowledge topics, including music, history, and science, interspersed with specialized spotlight questions on subjects like Japanese horror films, Formula One, and British pipe organs. Sean Drury emerges as the outright winner of the heat, securing his place in the next stage of the competition.
Topics discussed
The Interface: Frances Haugen and social media
Brain of Britain: Final heat introduction and rules
General Knowledge Round 1
Spotlight: Zach Rosen on cell organelles
General Knowledge Round 2
Spotlight: Sean Drury on Japanese horror films
General Knowledge Round 3
General Knowledge Round 4
Spotlight: Gemma Miller on Formula One
General Knowledge Round 5
Spotlight: Alex Pills on British pipe organs
General Knowledge Round 6
General Knowledge Round 7
Final General Knowledge Round and results
Winner announcement and semifinal preview
Shadow World: Breaking the Cycle trailer
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