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.
Thursday, March 20, 202503/20/2025
They say the Pen is mightier than the Sword, but what about an Autopen?
In On-Demand
Noted policy expert Hans Von Spakovsky joins us to discuss the concern over the potential misuse of the Presidential Autopen. This device can sign ‘binding’ orders with little oversight or confirmation that the president has signed them.
Thursday, March 20, 202503/20/2025
Is DOGE asking for too much personal information…?
In On-Demand
Host Jeff Chidester discusses DOGEQUEST, an online website that lists Tesla’s private information. Jeff asks if this is right and what could go wrong.
Thursday, March 20, 202503/20/2025
Could the Supreme Court be wrong…?
In On-Demand
Host Jeff Chidester challenges the listeners to consider the possibility that the Supreme Court may get some things wrong. Jeff also clarifies the NH House’s policy on debating puberty blockers.
Thursday, March 20, 202503/20/2025
Canadian Geese and why they’re awful.
In On-Demand
Host Jeff Chidester and Producer Tom Novak discuss the Portsmouth Herald story of the concerns by some citizens in Portsmouth that Canadian Geese waste could contain Bird Flu (which it does not).
Wednesday, March 19, 202503/19/2025
A look at the impact of Child Care in the Granite State.
In On-Demand
Dr. Nicole Heller, Senior Policy Analyst from the NH Fiscal Policy Institute, will discuss the findings of the institute’s recent study of child care’s impact on NH families. What is the cost impact on families, NH, and businesses, and are there possible solutions?
Wednesday, March 19, 202503/19/2025
Chidester on a new form of Censorship.
In On-Demand
WFEA’s The Morning Update Host Jeff Chidester discusses the impact of government-sponsored or pressured censorship. New studies indicated the level of censorship that occurred during the Biden administration.
Wednesday, March 19, 202503/19/2025
What the Mainstream Media is forgetting to mention when it comes to the Economy.
In On-Demand
Retirement Intelligence Radio Host and Financial Expert Thom Brueckner provides insight into some of the most recent financial data. Thom also offers positive news in the economy that many mainstream media outlets misreport or don’t mention.
Wednesday, March 19, 202503/19/2025
Revamping Military recruitment.
In On-Demand
Reporter Patty Nieberg, Task & Purpose, shares two stories related to the re-opening of the military recruitment centers and a program to help military members during pregnancy and with infant care.
Wednesday, March 19, 202503/19/2025
Why Fish & Game Wardens and Park Rangers work so well together.
In On-Demand
NH Fish and Game Lt. and Adjunct Professor Wayne Saunders, White Mountains Community College, discusses the relationship between National Park Randger and NH Fish and Game Wardens. Wayne also spoke about some of the updates on the college’s conservation and culinary programs.
Wednesday, March 19, 202503/19/2025
Cline sheds light on Housing legislation currently up for discussion at the State House.
In On-Demand
Drew Cline from the Josiah Bartlett Center for Public Policy highlights the double-digit pieces of housing legislation currently being discussed at the State House. Drew highlights the last time the state reviewed our zoning and building codes.
