America hasnt been so divided since the civil war- literally.

Graeme and John Dybvig get musical this week with the American songbook and the week in United States Politics.

Seth Rogan refused a picture with Paul Ryan this week, saying No way man. I dont like what youre doing to the country.

Also, Trumps press Secretary Sarah Huckabee Sanders was asked to leave a restaurant.

Dybvig and Graeme have a heated discussion over the separation of families United States borders.

I think he [Trump] is more evil than Nixon, says Dybvig, then proceeding to debunk many half-truths he has told.

Plus, a child in Idaho contracted Bubonic plague this week from a flea bite.

Also, former Thatcher Cabinet minister and Conservative leadership contender, Michael Portillo, has transformed into a much respected media figure.

He joins Graeme Hill presenting season 5 of Great British Railway Journeys, Saturdays from June 30 at 8:30pm, Living Channel SKY 17.

The Series focuses on how railways affected the economy and social life in history, often looking at literature, art and music of the period.

Crash causes cancellations on Auckland's western train line

Auckland trains back up and running as normal

Mr Portillo explains the culture of railway, something New Zealand is ill-served by.

Graeme quizzes him about Brexit, and how he reflects on his political career.

Listen to the full audio with Michael Portillo above.

Weekend Variety Wireless with Graeme Hill, 8pm - midnight Saturdays and Sundays, on RadioLIVE and streaming live to the Rova app on Android and iPhone.

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