On August 9, 2020, Belarussian voters went to the polls in a presidential election. Long-time president Alexander Lukashenko who has governed the nation since 1994 and who is often called Europe’s last dictator claimed victory. Lukashenko announced he had won the election with a reported eighty-plus percent of the votes. This has been contested by both the Belarussian opposition and by most election observers. Since the election, the nation has been rocked by protests, while the government has violently cracked down on any unrest. What does this all mean for the future of the Lukashenko presidency? Doug Becker examines the history of Belarus and the fallout from the 2020 election with Margarita Balmaceda and Tatsiana Kulakevich.

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On this weeks episode of Red Dead Redemption, Justine's answering all your union queries as we move into another Alert Level. From operating at Level Two restrictions, to hard conversations with your boss, Justine is here with some sound advice.

We're continuing down the road of Glam Rock, as this week Pennie brings us the controversial history of Sweet.

Rupert joins us for his final words of wisdom on Home Economics. We're taking notes on how to budget, where to invest your money and which is the best savings account.

Today on your bFM Breakfast: We're easing our way into Level 2.5 with some hot coffee and good tunes; Rupert joins us to talk budgeting tips and getting the most out of your investments; Pennie pops in to continue her series on glam rock; Kiran brings us Ali Smiths new book, Summer; and Justine answers all your union questions on Red Dead Redemption.

Kiran is talking about Ali Smith's 'Summer', the fourth and final installment in her 'Seasons' series that tracks the big politics of the day in real-time lyrical storytelling. Whakarongo mai nei to hear more!

Another 3-hour rāhui special! We finished up our chapter book and reached a respectable 24 on the pancake count. Well done!

This week's show featured new music from Choicevaughan, Quadry, Open Mike Eagle, Diggy Dupe, and more. Sam also pays tribute to the Heartbreakers Walter Lure who passed away this week.

Botswana-born Auckland artist, Phodiso, talks about each track from his debut EP, 'Act I'. 

Thanks to NZ On Air Music!