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.
Wednesday, May 28, 202505/28/2025
Brueckner talks about Mr. Reasonable’s six-week pause.
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Radio Host and nationally recognized financial expert Thomas Brueckner (Retirement Intelligence) joins us to provide an analysis of the market activities of the past week and the driving forces affecting the increase in consumer confidence. Thom also provides insight into the underreported geopolitical story concerning Israel and Iran.
Tuesday, May 27, 202505/27/2025
The Road to Miss America with Xanthi Russell
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Recently crowned Miss New Hampshire, Xanthi Russell discusses her journey to the Miss America pageant. Miss NH shares the efforts…
Tuesday, May 27, 202505/27/2025
NH Senate Update: Single Sex Facilities and Small Nuclear Reactors
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NH State Senator joins to talk bout legislation to help preserve single-sex facilities such as bathrooms, changing rooms, and female…
Tuesday, May 27, 202505/27/2025
Strange Financial Behavior at a NH Charter School
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Investigative reporter Damien Fisher joins us to discuss the unusual financial behavior of some individuals associated with the Loinheart Classical…
Tuesday, May 27, 202505/27/2025
The Fridge Media News: Are We Desensitized and Oversaturated?
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NEC Professor Nate Shrader and WFEA Host Jeff Chidester discuss whether college-aged voters or the voting public overall are becoming…
Friday, May 23, 202505/23/2025
Poppies and the programs of the American Legion Sweeny Post # 2
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Mary Kaye, Auxiliary President for the American Legion Sweeney Post 2, joins us to talk about the significance of the poppies during Memorial Day. Mary Kaye shares the many programs they sponsor that focus on civics education for young adults.
Friday, May 23, 202505/23/2025
Gov. Ayotte discusses Sanctuary City Ban, the ‘bell-to-bell’ cell phone bill and Memorial Day in the Granite State.
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NH Governor Ayotte discusses the recently signed Sanctuary City Ban, the law enforcement immigration cooperation bill, and the ‘bell-to-bell’ cell phone bill. She also offers her thoughts on Memorial Day and reminds us of the New Hampshire Memorial Day observance on May 30.
Friday, May 23, 202505/23/2025
Lesperance talks Military history and New England College’s growth.
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Dr. Wayne Lesperance, president of New England College, shares the college’s military history. Dr. Lesperance talks about the growth of sports programs and the increased enrollment of athlete scholars. Dr. Lesperance also reflected on the history and evolution of Memorial Day.
Friday, May 23, 202505/23/2025
Kitchell on how Liberty House is going above and beyond for Vets and their families.
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Ashley Kitchell, newly appointed director at Liberty House Transitional Home for Veterans, joins us to discuss how veterans in need can utilize the food and clothes pantry regardless of whether they are residents. Ashley also shared the upcoming Luau fundraising event for September.
Friday, May 23, 202505/23/2025
The challenges facing New Hampshire Lawmakers working on the state budget.
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NH Senator Rebecca Perkins-Kwoka discusses the significant gaps in the current NH budget bill that the senator believes will adversely affect NH citizens.
