It's the British Spelling Bee!

[uncamark]

Here's an article from the UK's Evening Standard about an upcoming BBC competition series that no one's tut-tutting about.

However, an explanation from our British posters would be appreciated about the significance of the "Swot Idol" title that's been jokingly given to "Hard Spell."

And here's a little something about the three London contestants.  Check out Anthony's favorite word--isn't he cheeky?

[Brig Bother]

Hmm. Well a "swot" is a coloquialism for someone who is academically gifted and seems to throw all their effort into schoolwork.

Here's a review of short lived teatime show Swot or Wot?