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.
Tuesday, April 29, 202504/29/2025
Sen. Dan Innis talks Senate budget, and his reaction to Gov. Pritzker’s speech.
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New Hampshire State Senator Dan Innis provides an update on this week’s Senate sessions related to the budget and finances. Sen. Innis also shares his observations on the tone of potential Democratic presidential candidate Gov. Pritzker’s speech during his recent NH speech.
Tuesday, April 29, 202504/29/2025
Manchester parents respond loudly after DEI survey was distributed without notice.
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Investigative Reporter Damien Fisher joins The Morning Update to share his recent article on the controversial DEI survey distributed in an NH school without parents’ knowledge, known as The Wheel of Power and Privilege.
Tuesday, April 29, 202504/29/2025
Supporters plan rally to celebrate Trump’s first 100 days in office.
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Trump supporter David Abare called to discuss a rally to mark the first 100 days of the Trump Presidency. The rally is open to the public and will be held on Wednesday, May 30, in Salem. We also discuss some of the reasons why David supports the President.
Tuesday, April 29, 202504/29/2025
Shrader weighs in on Trump’s first 100 days in office.
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NEC Professor Nathan Shrader shares his thoughts on the first 100 days of the Trump administration. Prof. Shrader expresses concern about the emphasis on grading the President within such a short window, when historians will reflect on the first 100 days in comparison to the entirety of the President’s term.
Monday, April 28, 202504/28/2025
Hoying highlights ‘Rhapsody in Blue.’
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Deanna Hoying, Executive Director of Symphony NH, shares the details of the upcoming ‘Rhapsody in Blues’ concert at the Capital Center for the Arts in Concord, NH, on May 10. The performance will feature the internationally acclaimed pianist Fei-Fej.
Monday, April 28, 202504/28/2025
How musicians are helping those struggling with their mental health.
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Caroline Whiddon, Noel Groleau, and Mark Hayward from me2music.org drop by to talk about how their group is brining musicians together.
Monday, April 28, 202504/28/2025
State Sen. Sullivan addresses oncerns over a DEI course assessments.
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NH State Senator Victoria Sullivan details the recent reports that Manchester parents are expressing concerns over a DEI course assessment. Parts of the curriculum intended for ‘teacher’s eyes only’ were included in the teaching package. The content and the school’s response are creating further concern.
Monday, April 28, 202504/28/2025
Understanding the debate over state funding for the University System.
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Mica Stark, President and CEO of the New Hampshire College and University Council (NHCUC), discusses the recent debate regarding state funding for the university system and shares the NHCUC’s economic impact report, which details the university system’s fiscal connection with New Hampshire communities.
Monday, April 28, 202504/28/2025
Ekberg offers insight on how to identify signs of substance abuse.
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Eric Ekberg from Granite Recovery Centers joins WFEA’s Morning Update to answer listeners’ questions about substance abuse and discuss warning signs to be aware of as we transition from winter to spring and summer months.
Monday, April 28, 202504/28/2025
Pritzker’s visit to the Granite State continues to create confusion among Democrats.
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Michael Graham from NH Journal joins us to discuss the recent visit from IL Gov. JB Pritzker to New Hampshire and a TV town hall with senatorial candidate Chris Pappas. Michael Graham asks the ever-important question, ‘Whose New Hampshire Democratic Party is it, Pritzker’s or Pappas’?
