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10:18  One month in, what next for Russia and Ukraine?

The war in Ukraine is now a month old lasting much longer than many thought it would already. 
But what comes next? How much do we know about the Russian administration's appetite for continuing conflict? 
Dr Ruth Deyermond is senior lecturer in post-Soviet security in the Department of War Studies at King's College London. She peels back the veil on what is really going on and who if anyone will emerge the "winner".

This video grab from a handout footage taken and released by the the National Police of Ukraine on March 9, 2022, shows damaged buildings of a children's hospital, destroyed cars and debris on ground following a Russian air strike

Photo: AFP / National Police of Ukraine

10:25 NZ Wool Right at Home in New York

When a "supertall" skyscraper in New York opens soon,  NZ Wool will adorn the floors of its 93 storeys.   If you believe the hype, the billion dollar Brooklyn Tower will be home to hundreds of the city's elite,and will stand at 327 metres high.

The Brooklyn Tower under construction.

The Brooklyn Tower under construction. Photo: GrissJr CC2.0

Three thousand square metres of the Aotearoa's finest flooring is shipping its way to the Big Apple right now. Its one of the biggest U.S. contracts for NZ manufacturer Bremworth.  CEO Greg Smith says the client wanted a quality product and this country's wool is hands down the best in the world. 

Bremworth Carpet Wool

Photo: Bremworth

10:35 Out Lately with Finn Johansson

Finn joins us for his regular Friday night music feature.

Wellington's avant Finn Johansson with his Out Lately depth and intrigue.

Photo: supplied - photo Ezra Simons

Tonight's tracks:

  • "Oodlesofnos" by Paten Locke
  • "She's Actin' Single (I'm Drinkin Doubles)" by Wednesday
  • "Walls" by Kiara NGL
  • "California" by Al Park