This hour, John Dybvigs America. US culture, politics and attitudes.

Then , Read Me A Poem! This week its Tim Finn who needs no introduction in New Zealand. The founder, songwriter, musician and lyricist for New Zealands best-loved band Split Enz and a myriad of great solo work reads us a poem he loves, and tells us why. Weekend Variety Wireless with Graeme Hill, 8pm - midnight Saturdays and Sundays, on RadioLIVE and streaming live to the Rova app on Android and iPhone.