The WFEA Morning Update

WFEA Morning Update with Jeff Chidester

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.

Monday, September 8, 202509/08/2025

Andy Syliva: Picklegate Saga

In On-Demand

The story of Picklegate has captivated the Manchester Metro Area and beyond. Reporter Andy Sylvia from Manchester Ink Link spills…

Monday, September 8, 202509/08/2025

Allen Aldenberg: Easterseals of NH and VT Mission

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Allen Aldenberg joins us to discuss the community-focused programs that The Easterseals of NH & VT offer. From Adult Day Camp, the…

Monday, September 8, 202509/08/2025

The Manchester Firing Line: Sept 13 – Safety, Skills and Family Fun Event

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TerryAnn and Jake Bowen, Manchester Firing Line, join us in the studio to discuss a special event designed with families in mind,…

Monday, September 8, 202509/08/2025

Jen Nassour: What to Expect in the 2026 Election

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Jenn Nassour, co-founder of pocketbookproject.org, joins The Morning Update to discuss voter integrity, sanctuary cities, and recruiting qualified candidates to…

Monday, September 8, 202509/08/2025

The Hill’s Emily Brooks: The Epstein Files and the Looming Shutdown

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Momentum builds for the release of more Epstein files. Congress to hold additional committee meeting regarding Epstein this week. What…

Monday, September 8, 202509/08/2025

Tom Raffio: Breakfast with the Best and Helping Veterans

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Are there programs in NH that help veterans address their oral health care needs? Is there a way to help…

Monday, September 8, 202509/08/2025

John Lappie: Venezuelan Drug Boat, Poll-Capitalism vs. Socialism, Younger Candidates

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How does the Monroe Doctrine play into the recent destruction of the Venezuelan drug cartel boat? We brushed off the…

Monday, September 8, 202509/08/2025

Pete Tarrier: Week One with the NE Patriots

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Manchester Media Group’s Pete Terrier breaks down the New England Patriots’ performance in their home opener. Who shines, who was…

Friday, September 5, 202509/05/2025

1st CD Candidate Chris Bright: The Role of Congress, Topics on the Trail

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1st CD Congressional candidate Chris Bright joins us in the studio to talk about the role of Congress, the common…

Friday, September 5, 202509/05/2025

Jeff Chidester: RFK Jr. VS Congress

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Host Jeff Chidester jumps into the debate between Secretary of Health and Human Services Robert F. Kennedy (RFK Jr.)  and…

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