The WFEA Morning Update
The WFEA Morning Update with Jeff Chidester
Listen Monday - Thursday from 6-10am and Friday from 6-9am
The WFEA Morning Update will focus on issues affecting Granite State residents in a fun and informative way.
Jeff Chidester is the host of The WFEA Morning Update. Jeff is a well-known, involved member of the community, with a background in journalism, law enforcement, and broadcasting. Raised in New Hampshire, Jeff has traveled the world extensively, learning and observing other cultures and their impact on America, while always returning to his home state. He served in the US Army, as a police officer in New Hampshire, a writer for the Portsmouth Herald, and as the creator and host of the radio show, Right Here, Right Now. His experience and character align with the “live & local” ideals of WFEA and many of its Granite State listeners.
Friday, October 3, 202510/03/2025
Preston Brashers: Shutdown is a Self Imposed Wound for the Democrats
In On-Demand
What is the consensus regarding the cause and possible outcome of the government shutdown? Fiscal policy expert Preston Brasher, from…
Friday, October 3, 202510/03/2025
Nicole Silverio: JD on the Shutdown, Schumer Changes His Tune, Speed Dating with Mamdani
In On-Demand
How does VP Vance view the shutdown? What did Sen. Schumer say about shutdowns in the past, and are they…
Friday, October 3, 202510/03/2025
Business NH Magazine: The Best Companies to Work For in NH – Cohen Closing & Title
In On-Demand
What does it take to start a small business, and what are some of the best practices? How do you…
Friday, October 3, 202510/03/2025
Greater Manchester Chamber of Commerce: School District Updates
In On-Demand
What were some of the activities and updates related to the Manchester School District? Reporter Andy Sylvia, Manchester In Link,…
Friday, October 3, 202510/03/2025
NHSOS: Why is the Federal Government Suing NH?
In On-Demand
Why is the federal government suing NH? Secretary of State David Scanlan joins the Morning Update to talk about some…
Friday, October 3, 202510/03/2025
vistNH: Spooky Attractions, Dachtoberfest, Fall Foliage Tracker
In On-Demand
As fall continues to take over New Hampshire, what are some of the fun things to do throughout the state…
Friday, October 3, 202510/03/2025
Political Satirist Karl Zahn: Shutdown and Bad Bunny
In On-Demand
Why would the NFL choose a controversial artist such as Bad Bunny to lead the halftime show? What has happened…
Friday, October 3, 202510/03/2025
NH House: Business – Campus Tours, Death Penalty
In On-Demand
How are our state legislators reaching out to NH constituents? There are over 900 new bills on the review docket…
Wednesday, October 1, 202510/01/2025
Carrie Sheffield: Shutdown, Job’s Report, and New 40K Policies
In On-Demand
Policy expert Carrie Sheffield of the IWF joins The Morning Update to break down the issues of a prolonged federal…
Wednesday, October 1, 202510/01/2025
Patty Nieberg: Reaction to SOW Hegseth’s Speech
In On-Demand
Recently, DOW Secretary Pete Hegseth called together his top generals and command officers for a speech on the direction of…
