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.

Thursday, July 9, 202607/09/2026

Jeff Chidester’s Morning Opening: Planter Fallout, Iran Conflict Flares Up, NH DHHS

In On-Demand

July 9, 2026 The fallout from the Graham Platner US Senate race and withdrawal leaves the Maine Democrats “now what?” …

Wednesday, July 8, 202607/08/2026

Immigration -Foreign Policy Expert Simon Hankinson: What SCOTUS Got Right

In On-Demand

Immigration -Foreign Policy Expert Simon Hankinson, Author (10 Woke Commandments You MUST NOT Obey) – Heritage – Ben Franklin Fellowship…

Wednesday, July 8, 202607/08/2026

Energy Expert and Conservationist Gabriella Hoffman: Energy Updates and No Hunting In Oregon

In On-Demand

Energy expert and nationally recognized conservationist Gabriella Hoffman, director of the Center for Energy and Conservation at Independent Women, joins…

Wednesday, July 8, 202607/08/2026

Task & Purpose: Recourse For Sexual Assault Victims And Religious Liberty

In On-Demand

What is the relationship of faith and religious support in the US Military, and how does the US Military look…

Wednesday, July 8, 202607/08/2026

Reporter Damien Fisher: NH Sununu Is Breaking Laws.. They Are Just Dysfunctional

In On-Demand

Investigative Reporter Damien Fisher discusses the release of the New Hampshire AG’s report on recent issues at the Sununu Youth…

Wednesday, July 8, 202607/08/2026

NH Bankers Association: Issues Affecting Housing Policy

In On-Demand

What are the issues affecting housing policy in New Hampshire? Recently, a Housing Forum, co-hosted by St. Anselm’s College and…

Wednesday, July 8, 202607/08/2026

Jeff Chidester’s Morning Opening: Trump Thinks Iran Is Evil

In On-Demand

July 8, 2026 Our on-again, off-again conflict with Iran is on again, and President Trump was candid and didn’t hold…

Wednesday, July 8, 202607/08/2026

Drew Cline: Data Centers Are Evil.

In On-Demand

Are data centers evil? What is the true New Hampshire Advantage, and what separates us from other New England States?…

Tuesday, July 7, 202607/07/2026

07/07/26: Live From NH Veterans’ Home – The Daily Dose

In On-Demand

The Morning Update is live at the New Hampshire Veterans’ Home in Tilton. Host Jeff Chidester opens the show by…

Tuesday, July 7, 202607/07/2026

Jeff Chidester’s Morning Opening: Mamdani July 4th Speech,VA Secretary Collins, SBA in NH

In On-Demand

July 6, 2026 The Morning Update Host highlights a recent interview with VA Secretary Douglas Collins on the current state…

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