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, February 5, 202502/05/2025

Neuropathy, Its signs, And A Unique Approach to Treat It

In On-Demand

Dr. Kristen Markwith, Trend Acupuncture, discusses neuropathy, its signs, and the unique approach that Dr. Markwith and her team use…

Wednesday, February 5, 202502/05/2025

Overmedication and its Possible Connection to Suicide in the Military

In On-Demand

Task & Purpose Reporter Patty Nieberg shares an alarming story of overmedication and its possible connection to suicide in the…

Wednesday, February 5, 202502/05/2025

The Legacy Media’s Coverage of President Trump

In On-Demand

Nationally syndicated radio host Grace Curley discusses the legacy media’s coverage of President Trump and the differences between the first…

Wednesday, February 5, 202502/05/2025

Four Key Pieces of NH Housing Legislation

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Drew Cline from the Josiah Bartlett Center for Public Policy shared two stories the center is focused on: school funding…

Wednesday, February 5, 202502/05/2025

Thom Brueckner shares the truth about Tariffs.

Thom Brueckner provides a historical understanding of tariffs and the misconceptions many in the media have. Thom also discusses some disturbing truths about the Chinese AI app DeepSeek.

Wednesday, February 5, 202502/05/2025

The USAID Controversy, Is The Media Missing The Story? 

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WFEA Host Jeff Chidester shares his thoughts on the USAID controversy and how many in politics and the media are…

Tuesday, February 4, 202502/04/2025

Sen. Dan Innis And His Legislation On NH’s involvement With An Article V Constitutional Convention

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Sen. Dan Innis shared the details of his current legislation on NH’s involvement with an Article V Constitutional Convention and…

Tuesday, February 4, 202502/04/2025

Disturbing Details of the Suspects Involved In The Shooting Of Border Patrol Agent David Maland

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Investigative Reporter Damien Fisher provides disturbing details of the suspects involved in the shooting of Border Patrol Agent David Maland.…

Tuesday, February 4, 202502/04/2025

Will Sen. Shaheen Run For Re-Election In 2026

Michael Graham from the NH Journal will discuss whether Sen. Shaheen will run for reelection in 2026. Michael will also…

Tuesday, February 4, 202502/04/2025

The Truman Doctrine and its Application in Today’s Political Climate

New England College Professor Nathan Shrader discusses the Truman Doctrine and its application in today’s political climate. Jeff and the…

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