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, January 14, 202501/14/2025

On the record with Governor Kelly Ayotte.

New Hampshire Gov. Kelly Ayotte joins WFEA’s Morning Update to discuss creating the state budget, cell phones in classrooms, bail reform, and more.

Tuesday, January 14, 202501/14/2025

Countdown to President Donald Trump’s inauguration.

New England College Professor Nathan Shrader joins the studio to discuss President Inauguration, the Senate confirmation hearing, and modern public discourse.

Tuesday, January 14, 202501/14/2025

Thom Brueckner answers critical questions on Social Security, including will it be here for you.

Retirement Intelligence Radio Host Thom Brueckner joins us to tackle an issue no politician wants to address: social security. Thom provides a solid historical understanding of how the Social Security Trust Funds finds itself in trouble, a brilliant analysis of the modern causes of the issues, and commonsense recommendations to strengthen and save the program. 

Monday, January 13, 202501/13/2025

Alison Milioto, from Blue Lion HR Consulting

WFEA host Jeff Chidester had an informative conversation with Alison Milioto, from Blue Lion HR Consulting. Blue Lion is an…

Monday, January 13, 202501/13/2025

The Ongoing Conversation On Raising The Debt Ceiling

The Hill’s Emily Brooks talks about the ongoing conversation on raising the Debt Ceiling and the House negations regarding the…

Monday, January 13, 202501/13/2025

The Patriots Hire New Head Coach

WFEA’s Pete Tarrier discusses hiring a new NE Patriots head coach and reviews the NFL playoff games of the past…

Monday, January 13, 202501/13/2025

The Adult Medicaid Dental Program

Northeast Delta Dental President—CEO Tom Raffio joins The Morning Update to discuss the Adult Medicaid Dental program, mobile dental clinics,…

Monday, January 13, 202501/13/2025

Gov. Ayotte’s Inaugural speech, Concord’s DEI Consultant Hire, and Overspending At Local Schools

Michael Graham from the NH Journal covers many topics, including Gov. Ayotte’s inaugural speech, Concord’s DEI consultant hire, and overspending…

Monday, January 13, 202501/13/2025

What To Expect During the Senate Confirmation Hearing

Plymouth State University Professor Dr. John Lappie discusses what people should look for during the Senate Confirmation hearing this week…

Friday, January 10, 202501/10/2025

Community banking without any headaches or drama

CEO Josephine Moran of Ledyard Bank discussed the community approach to banking and how Ledyard approaches all aspects of banking as a financial center for personal and commercial needs.

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