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.

Wednesday, January 8, 202501/08/2025

Thom Brueckner talks about the Five Things Not to Bet Against as an Investor in 2025.

Retirement Intelligence Radio Show Host Thom Brueckner discusses this season’s Santa Claus Rally and the economic impacts at the end of the Biden Administration. Thom also shares the incredibly valuable ‘The Five Things Not to Bet Against as an Investor in 2025.’

Tuesday, January 7, 202501/07/2025

Illegal Immigrant Arrested in Massachusetts and Released Due to Sanctuary Policies

WFEA host Jeff Chidester discusses the report of an illegal immigrant arrested in Massachusetts and released due to Sanctuary policies.…

Tuesday, January 7, 202501/07/2025

What the Corporate News Media Needs to do to Regain the Public’s Trust

WFEA’s The Morning Update host Jeff Chidester discusses what the corporate news media needs to do to regain the public’s…

Tuesday, January 7, 202501/07/2025

The Positive Economic Direction of the Manchester Metro Area

Jodie Nazaka, Manchester Economic Development Director, joins The Morning Update to discuss the positive economic direction of the Manchester Metro…

Tuesday, January 7, 202501/07/2025

Was Las Vegas Bombing Suspect Suffering From PTSD?

Military journalist Peggy Nieberg, Task & Purpose, discusses the early details surrounding the Las Vegas bombing and the initial understanding…

Tuesday, January 7, 202501/07/2025

Catholic Medical Center (CMC) Purchased By HCA Healthcare

Investigative Reporter Damien Fisher talks about his latest article on the state approval of the Catholic Medical Center (CMC) purchase…

Monday, January 6, 202501/06/2025

Designing a Curriculum That Meets Students’ Needs

Ryan Tanner-Reed, Dean of Academics at Derryfield School, shares valuable information on designing a curriculum that meets students’ needs. Ryan…

Monday, January 6, 202501/06/2025

What’s next For The Patriots?

WFEA’s sports analyst Pete Tarrier shares his thoughts on the NE Patriots’ final game and the firing of head coach Jared Mayo. Pete also discusses how the Patriots may approach the offseason in terms of player development and replacing non-player personnel.

Monday, January 6, 202501/06/2025

A review of 2024 in Manchester with Mayor Jay Ruais

Manchester Mayor Jay Ruais shares a summary of accomplishments for 2024. Mayor Ruais shares the recent news that Zillow named…

Monday, January 6, 202501/06/2025

NH Legislators Efforts To Revive the Equal Rights Amendment (ERA) from the 1970s.

WFEA Host Jeff Chidester discusses the efforts by some NH legislators to revive the Equal Rights Amendment (ERA) from the…

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