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.
Monday, April 14, 202504/14/2025
Sen. Rosenwald on crafting the Granite State’s Budget.
In On-Demand
NH State Senator Cindy Rosenwald discusses the next steps for creating and approving the NH Budget. Senator Rosenwald explained that Medicaid funding and the overly caution revenue projects from the House concerned some members of the NH Senate.
Monday, April 14, 202504/14/2025
The on-going struggle between the moderates and conservatives of the GOP Caucus.
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The Hill’s Emily Brooks discusses the initial rift between the moderates and conservatives of the GOP caucus regarding the budget and tax bills. Emily also shares the continued conversation amongst every political faction in DC.
Monday, April 14, 202504/14/2025
Understanding the 2017 Budget and Tax Reform Law and concerns over its expiration.
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Economist and journalist Carrie Sheffield, author of Motorhome Prophecies, provides a historical understanding of the 2017 Budget and Tax Reform Law and the effects of allowing it to expire at the end of the year.
Monday, April 14, 202504/14/2025
Raffio talks about how Northeast Delta is helping Medicaid recipients and Veterans.
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President – CEO Tom Raffio joins us to discuss Northeast Delta Dental’s mobile van to reach Medicaid recipients and Veterans dental care program. Tom also talked about the national gathering in Baltimore for the prestigious Baldridge Client Service – Best Practices Award.
Monday, April 14, 202504/14/2025
The mixed messages from both Democrats and Republicans.
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Dr. John Lappie, Plymouth State University, joins WFEA’s The Morning Update to discuss the mixed messages by both Democrats and Republicans on Trump’s tariff policy, AIC and Sen. Sander’s ‘tour,’ and MI Gov. Whitmer’s visit to the White House.
Friday, April 11, 202504/11/2025
Are young males facing new social stigmas…?
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WFEA’s The Morning Update Host Jeff Chidester discusses social issues affecting the current generation of youth and society as a whole.
Friday, April 11, 202504/11/2025
How Ward Meetings are helping City Leaders in Manchester and the voting closes in the Pizza Madness Challenge.
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Andy Sylvia from Manchester Ink Link discusses the progression of the Pizza Madness challenge that Manchester Ink Link is running. Andy also provides an update on the ongoing Mayor’s Ward Meetings.
Friday, April 11, 202504/11/2025
Osborne talks House Budget.
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House Majority Leader Jason Osborne summarizes the NH House floor discussion and the recent votes leading to the passage of the House Budget.
Friday, April 11, 202504/11/2025
Why some New Yorkers were afraid to go outside…
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Political pundit Karl Zahan joins us to discuss an odd state about timber made by MSNBC pundit Chris Matthews, a bizarre counter-Hamas protest in NYC, and Tariffmania.
Friday, April 11, 202504/11/2025
How the Derry-Londonderry VFW is giving back to the community.
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Dan Stowers from the Derry-Londonderry VFW discusses their outreach programs and fundraising efforts. We focus on their upcoming 5K Walk, Fun-Run or Hike (with or without backpack). Find out more at vfw167-dot-org.
