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.

Friday, October 18, 202410/18/2024

Kris Neilsen 10-18-24

Following recent headlines of records of tourists in New Hampshire’s White Mountains, Kris Neilsen from VisitNH.Gov shares a foliage update and highlights a few local iconic events happening this weekend.

Friday, October 18, 202410/18/2024

Karl Zahn 10-18-24

Guest host Ginger Munson and WFEA’s resident political satirist Karl Zahn catch up for this week’s conversation which features former Vice-President Dick Cheney, recent accomplishments by Space-X.

Friday, October 18, 202410/18/2024

Debbie Ellis 10-18-24

Debbie Ellis from Good Life Travel explains to guest host Ginger Munson just how and why the norms of traveling the world are changing and what’s new in the industry. Debbie also offers a few extra tips for making your next trip a bit easier.

Friday, October 18, 202410/18/2024

Charles Emmons, Phil Laks & Tim Stanely 10-18-24

The dynamic trio from  ActorSingers Community Theatre in Nashua share with guest host Ginger Munson a glimpse inside the heart and soul of locally produced musical productions. Including Beauty and Beast which is showing this November 8-10th at the Keefe Auditiorium in Nashau.  All you never knew about the talent and lives behind the actors and singers.

Friday, October 18, 202410/18/2024

Kim Lovely 10-18-24

Guest host Ginger Munson and Kim Lovely, Registered Dietician and Life Coach dive into a topic we like to avoid this time of year.  Food is fuel but it is also entertainment.  Learn how to navigate the holiday buffet as well as improve your cognitive function.  With over 20 years’ experience guiding people to wellness, she believes food is medicine and she shares her best advice for eating well and feeling good. 

Friday, October 18, 202410/18/2024

Nate Lavelle 10-18-24

Nate from FlexABLE Assisted Stretching and Wellness joins us to share about the latest wellness offerings to keep our bodies going. Keeping our bodies both strong and malleable helps us keep up with the sports and activities we love. 

Thursday, October 17, 202410/17/2024

Rep. Jason Osborne 10-17-24

New Hampshire House Majority Leader Jason Osborne talks about how Republicans are addressing growing concerns over taxes.

Thursday, October 17, 202410/17/2024

Kevin Bittenbender 10-17-24

Kevin Bittenbender from Bensonwood Homes talks about how they’re leading the way in homebuilding in not just the Granite State, but across the country.

Thursday, October 17, 202410/17/2024

Jacob Favolise 10-17-24

Jacob Favolise shares the perspective of a Keene City Councilor, who’s still in college. 

Thursday, October 17, 202410/17/2024

May Mailman 10-17-24

Following July’s failed assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump, May Mailman, Director of the Independant Woman’s Law Center talks about who we hire for the Secret Service. 

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