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.

Tuesday, September 23, 202509/23/2025

Grover Norquist: Positive Economic News, Shutdown Talks, Tax Reform

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Are we seeing signs of an economic impact from the recently passed tax bill? What effect would a government shutdown…

Tuesday, September 23, 202509/23/2025

Hollie Novelinsky: Palestine, Civil Discourse, and Looming Shutdown

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1st NH CD candidate Hollie Novelinsky joins us to talk about he campaign trail and what questions she is getting…

Monday, September 22, 202509/22/2025

Josephine Moran: Ledyard Bank Financial Center

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President and CEO of Ledyard Bank, Josephine Moran, visits the WFEA studio to discuss the future of banking with Renaissance…

Monday, September 22, 202509/22/2025

Emily Brooks: Looming Shutdown and Congressional Censure

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How close are we to a Federal Government Shutdown?  Why are some Congress members grappling with the backlash of the…

Monday, September 22, 202509/22/2025

Pete Tarrier: Patriots Highlights

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Monday, September 22, 202509/22/2025

Eric Ekberg: Uptick of Overdose Deaths and Recognizing Addiction/Recovery Professionals

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Friend to the WFEA Morning Update show, Eric Ekberg, Granite Recovery Centers, joins us to discuss what the community should…

Monday, September 22, 202509/22/2025

Hans von Spakovsky : Is ANTIFA a Terrorist Organization?

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Is ANTIFA a terrorist organization? Can a US President ignore the ruling of a court if they believe the court…

Monday, September 22, 202509/22/2025

John Lappie: Polls, UN General Assembly, and Looming Shutdown

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Is the country heading in the wrong direction? What are the implications of England, Canada, Australia, Portugal, and soon France…

Monday, September 22, 202509/22/2025

Jeff Chidester: Counter Conversation

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The Morning Update with Jeff Chidester is broadcast from New Hampshire’s legendary restaurant Chaz Vachon in Manchester, NH. During the…

Friday, September 19, 202509/19/2025

Kris Nielsen: Seven Things to Do in NH List

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Kris Nielsen from visitNH.com challenges The Morning Update team to come up with seven things to do throughout the state…

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