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, October 23, 202410/23/2024

Dr. Merrill Matthew 10-23-24

Dr. Merrill Matthew from The Institute for Policy Innovation, talks about the lack of concern that 1 trillion dollars wasted under the Biden-Harris administration and the numerous times Harris has flipped-flopped on key policy points. Dr. Matthew also discusses what a Trump Administration might look like with Elon Musk appointed to a government efficiency commission.

Wednesday, October 23, 202410/23/2024

Victoria Sullivan 10-23-24

Senatorial Candidate Victoria Sullivan discusses her approach to the state budget, education, and healthcare. 

Wednesday, October 23, 202410/23/2024

Drew Cline 10-23-24

Drew Cline from the Josiah Bartlett Center for Public Policy discusses his recent article in New Hampshire Journal on the positive effects of cutting taxes on business growth in the state. Drew also asks, ‘why isn’t the media covering this topic more and fairly?’

Tuesday, October 22, 202410/22/2024

Gov. Chris Sununu 10-22-24

New Hampshire Governor Chris Sununu talks with WFEA Morning Update host Jeff Chidester about recent studies that show the Granite State is not only the safest state in the nation but also leads the nation in women’s and children’s wealth.

Tuesday, October 22, 202410/22/2024

Damien Fisher 10-22-24

Investigative journalist Damien Fisher discusses his recent article about a Kearsarge parent re-arrested for possession of child porn. This case has been complicated by the fact that the person in question has been a vocal supporter of male athletes competing in girls’ sports and has been seen attending high school girls’ sporting events.  

Tuesday, October 22, 202410/22/2024

Nathan Shrader 10-22-24

New England College Professor Nathan Shrader summarizes what voters in the battleground states think as the polls continue to shift back and forth between Trump and Harris. We also learn what song Prof. Shrader selected that he feels summarizes the 2024 election cycle.

Monday, October 21, 202410/21/2024

Andy Vailas 10-21-24

Andy Vailas from Delphi Enhanced Primary Care discusses the innovative concierge approach to Delpi’s medical services. Andy explains how the low patient-to-doctor ratio gives each patient a clear, unique ‘care path.’ Andy talks about how the ‘advocacy’ service model focuses on the patient’s needs first and foremost.

Monday, October 21, 202410/21/2024

Andy Chappell 10-21-24

Andy Chappell, Head of School at The Derryfield School, discusses the school’s history, academic foundation, and approach to community outreach, which have made Derryfield School one of NH’s premier learning institutes for 6-12 grades for 60 years. 

Monday, October 21, 202410/21/2024

Emily Brooks 10-21-24

Emily Brooks from the Hill talks about the growing ‘to-do-list’ that Congress still needs to address while at the same time running for reelection. Emily also discusses who the experts believe will win the majority in the US Congress.

Monday, October 21, 202410/21/2024

Professor John Lappie 10-21-24

Dr. John Lappie, Political Science Professor at Plymouth State University, discusses what’s in store for the final two weeks of the general election campaigning. The professor also sheds some light on how down-ticket candidates run when the candidate at the top has an unpopular rating.

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