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, April 4, 202504/04/2025
Helping folks soar through New Hampshire’s Aviation history.
In On-Demand
Jeff Rapsis, Executive Director at the Aviation Museum of NH, discusses the Summer camp program, which is looking for campers, the special arrival and program with the Easter Bunny on April 12th, and volunteer sign-ups on April 16th.
Friday, April 4, 202504/04/2025
With the Tariffs in place Jeff Chidester asks “Where do we go from here!?”
In On-Demand
The WFEA’s The Morning Update Host, Jeff Chidester, tackles the question of tariffs. Is Jeff changing is mind on tariffs? Are you changing your mind on the issue of tariffs?
Thursday, April 3, 202504/03/2025
Family of murdered Manchester woman continue to search for clues.
In On-Demand
The family of Denise Robert, the victim of an unsolved murder case from 2015, joins us on The Morning Update. Joe and Ernie Robert provide a case background and share their thoughts on the upcoming 10th Anniversary. Listeners can find out more by going to deniserobert-dot-org, and anyone with additional information can call the Manchester Crime Line at (603) 624-4040
Thursday, April 3, 202504/03/2025
Why it’s too early to jump to conclusions on the reciprocal tariffs and how they may help Republicans working on the Tax Cuts and Jobs bill.
In On-Demand
Retirement Intelligence Radio Host Thom Brueckner explains President Trump’s approach to foreign economic policies, including introducing reciprocal tariffs. Thom also focuses extensively on federal budget discussions and proposed tax plans.
Thursday, April 3, 202504/03/2025
Alderman examine the Beech Street Shelter and Pappas makes a run for Senate.
In On-Demand
Andy Sylvia from Manchester Ink Link discusses Congressman Pappas’ US Senate run announcement. Andy also discusses upcoming area government meetings and the Alderman’s meeting concerning Beech Street Shelter.
Thursday, April 3, 202504/03/2025
IWF: The on-going discussion over Trans-Athletes in Women’s sports.
In On-Demand
WFEA’s The Morning Update host Jeff Chidester talks with IWF Ambassador Payton McNabb about the cases of two NH trans-athletes. Payton recently attended President Trump’s speech before Congress, representing the issue of trans-athletes in women’s sports.
Thursday, April 3, 202504/03/2025
Understanding how Business owners sell their companies.
In On-Demand
Matt Mowry and Christine Carignan from Business NH Magazine discuss the upcoming ‘Made in NH’ event. They also share a story about business succession and how businesses handle selling their companies.
Thursday, April 3, 202504/03/2025
Peters talks about the aging US Nuclear Arsenal and how China has been improving it’s Arsenal.
In On-Demand
Robert Peters, Senior Research Fellow for Strategic, shares the fact that the US Nuclear Arsenal is aging, with the NEWEST US nuclear weapon being built in 1989. Peters discusses a new documentary on the condition of America’s nuclear arsenal, the build-up of the modern Chinese arsenal, and policies that America and her allies should consider.
Wednesday, April 2, 202504/02/2025
How acupuncture is helping prevent family-spread illnesses.
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Dr. Kristen Markwith from Trend Acupuncture answers listeners’ questions on cosmetic acupuncture, a preventative approach to helping prevent family-spread illnesses, and using capturing and message in unison.
Wednesday, April 2, 202504/02/2025
DEI and it’s changing place in the Granite State.
In On-Demand
Michael Graham from NH Journal joins The Morning Update to discuss the numerous conversations across the state focusing on DEI. First, we hear about a State Committee meeting that passed legislation to remove DEI language. Michael follows up with another story about excessive spending on DEI-related programs at UNH.
