Twitter Questions

I am back to posting some daily quiz questions over on Twitter so if you are looking for something to pass the time, head over to @quizaddictblog on Tiwtter and see how you get on!

Upcoming Book

Noticed this via Shaun Williamsons (Barry from Eastenders) twitter feed. After years on the quiz circuit Shaun has been writing a book all about his venture into the quiz world. Should be a great read. 

Brain of Britain is back!

In case you missed it, after months of its absence (and with the absence of an audience), Brain of Britain returned this week on BBC Radio 4. You can find it here

Last Call for players/teams for the Online Quiz League

 The deadline is fast approaching for any teams and/or individuals who wish to join the Online Quiz League. Running every Wednesday at 8pm on Zoom, the first season as a huge success with quizzers across the country taking part. The link if interested is here http://www.itzon.co.uk/home 

University Challenge - Returns Tonight

Just in case you hadn't notice in your TV guides, University Challenge returns tonight on BBC 2. A sort of Quizzy Monday you could say! Anyway, the show seems to have filmed deep into Round 2 before Covid-19 struck so should be plenty of weeks to keep us going!

App of the Week - Triviappolis Treasures

For the past few weeks I have been indulging in this superb app which is available now entitled 'Triviappolis Treasures'. As you may have seen from the lack of posts on the subject, I am not playing as many quiz apps as I used to but this came highly recommended and I am glad I gave it a go.

Time has clearly been taken to craft an app that is fun and easy to play, whilst providing superb levels of trivia content that are well researched and written. With me, an app can have all the bells and whistles it likes, but if the question depth and range isn't there then its an instant delete....that is not the case here.

From the direct Twitter "Triviappolis Treasures is a rapid-fire quiz app for travelers and others curious about places. Learn about cities and earn rewards!"

And in fact that Twitter is well worth a follow as it contains regular questions for you to test yourself! @trivappolis is the handle to add to your follow list.

Download here for Android 

CJ De Mooi - Online Quizzes

Former Egghead CJ De Mooi has been keeping busy during the Lockdown period, providing free daily questions over on his Youtube channel. Quick, fun and well balanced the questions provide a nice distraction during a break time or just to keep the mind ticking over. If you click the link above it will take you along to the channel where there is a ton of content to get stuck into!

Podcast Suggestion - Rex Factor

One of the things Lockdown has certainly enabled me to do is catch up on podcasts and the latest one I have been listening to is the superb "Rex Factor". Now the concept may not appeal, two avid history buffs compare the Kings and Queens of England and give them a rating based on various factors. It's all done with a pinch of salt but the level of historical detail is superb and there are so many facts to pick up its well worth your time to listen to the extensive archive!

Wikiquiz

I mentioned some time ago about the superb online quiz resource set up by Will Jones - Wikiquiz. Just in case there are any new readers, I thought I would give it a quick mention. There are still multiple daily quizzes from some of the finest writers in the country being uploaded so head over to the site now HERE to join in. All totally free!

Online Quiz League - Team North East Crowned Champions

The very enjoyable first season of the terrific online quiz league has came to an end with Team North East (consisting of Clive Dunning, Mark Walton, Michael Mcpartland, Tony Walmsley and Kevin Bearne) crowned Champions of the first season.

One of the quizzing highlights of Lockdown by far, this has been a superb league to be part of and the next season is on the horizon. Whether you are a team or a solo player wanting to experience well organised matches with superb questions, then this is the league for you. Contact me at daniel@thequizaddict.com and Ill put you in touch with the organiser if you wish to play!

Book Suggestion - Classical Map of Britain

I have had this book from Classic FM in my collection for years now, but only just gotten round to reading it. Classical music is one of those areas in which, although I am no expert, I can usually hold my own in quizzing terms. Even so, this book has taught me a heck of a lot and is written in such an accessible way, that its perfect for quizzers to not only gain a good base in the subject but build on current knowledge. Defintley worth a look on the link above

Online Quiz Suggestion

I have played quite a few online quizzes over lockdown and the one I am enjoying the most is the Friday night quiz produced by "Colins Online SpeedQuiz". All on Zoom/Speedquiz app....Click HERE for the Facebook link and maybe see you there one week!

Online Quiz League

During Lockdown, each Wednesday night I have been taking part in the excellent Online Quiz League ran by Jon Stitcher. The league is coming to the end of the season now and it will be continuing for another season. Jon is always on the look out for new teams, whether you are an established team already or a solo player looking to be matched with others, then please get in touch with Jon via his site HERE

Radio 4 - My Generation

When Lockdown hit, Radio 4 were in the midst of a season of Brain of Britain, which is still being recorded as the heats begin to air. With that not being possible, Radio 4 sprung into action with the newest quiz to hit the Monday 3pm slot "My Generation". Hosted by Stuart Maconie, its a fun quiz conducted from people's homes, and is worth a listen. Click Here for all the latest episodes

Online Quiz League

During Lockdown, I have been doing more quizzing than ever ranging from online pub quizzes, to the superb Wikiquiz, to Speedquizzing Live....but the biggest area of enjoyment for me quizzing wise has been the Online Quiz League. With three divisions, great questions and a superb format, all conducted via Zoom, the league has kept dozens of quizzers entertained in this difficult period. And the good news is, that a second season (and beyond!) is on the cards so if you are reading this and you want top quality quiz questions, in a competitive scenario with friendly people....look no further than the website which is HERE and register your interest