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.
Wednesday, May 14, 202505/14/2025
Manchester School Board Member Rhetoric Out of Line.
In On-Demand
Drew Cline from the Josiah Bartlett Center for Public Policy discusses the outlandish behavior of some Manchester School members when criticizing the budget they approved. Jeff and Drew also address the bill’s status, which would eliminate the annual state inspection requirement.
Wednesday, May 14, 202505/14/2025
The Original Sin: The Media and the Democratic Party’s Culpability.
In On-Demand
Jeff Chidester discusses Jake Tapper’s new book, Original Sin, which blames the failed Biden campaign on Biden surrogates and Democratic Party leaders.
Wednesday, May 14, 202505/14/2025
Why People Don’t Trust Political Parties.
In On-Demand
WFEA’s The Morning Update Host Jeff Chidester discusses party politics and why many Granite Staters are skeptical of both major parties. Jeff shares new information about the potential of who may or may not run for office in 2026.
Tuesday, May 13, 202505/13/2025
Do New Hampshire Voters Care Where their Congresspeople Live?
In On-Demand
NH Journal publisher Michael Graham drops in to discuss the curious nature of the Governors in New Hampshire and Massachusetts. Michael also shares what New Hampshire voters think of the residency of NH Congresswoman Goodlander. Is it an issue?
Tuesday, May 13, 202505/13/2025
NH Sen. Sullivan & Rep Mazur on strengthening parental rights and protecting children’s health.
In On-Demand
NH State Senator Victori Sullivan and NH Representative Lisa Mazur joined us in the studio to discuss the key bills they helped advance this past session. These included primary legislation strengthening parental rights, legislation protecting children’s health, and a law providing advanced healthcare options to patients in need. Both explain separate, disturbing, threatening letters they receive.
Tuesday, May 13, 202505/13/2025
The Wheel of Power and Privilege Controversy Continues.
In On-Demand
Concerned parent Camille Craffey joins The Morning Update to discuss the Manchester School District’s lack of transparency regarding a recent controversial DEI class assignment featuring The Wheel of Power and Privilege. Camille talks about the many parents she has met with and the district’s lack of answers.
Tuesday, May 13, 202505/13/2025
100 Men VS 1 Gorilla.
In On-Demand
NEC Civics Professor Nathan Shrader and WFEA host Jeff Chidester discuss the day’s political news, including the possibility of President Trump accepting a plane from Qatar, the WH’s floating suspension of habeas corpus, and President Trump’s executive order on drug costs.
Monday, May 12, 202505/12/2025
The Incredible Story of a World War II Hero.
In On-Demand
Best-selling author Dr. Walter Larimore discusses the incredible true story of his father, Lt. Phil Larimore, a World War II veteran who was the recipient of one Silver Star, two Bronze Stars, and four Purple Hearts. ‘At First Light’ is the story of a humble soldier, the youngest infantry officer who served under daily hostile fire throughout Europe.
Monday, May 12, 202505/12/2025
Republicans Battle Over the Budget and Tax in DC.
In On-Demand
Reporter Emily Brooks of the Hill and the Weekly Newsletter ‘The Movement’ shares her recent article, which focuses on budget and tax negation underway in DC.
Monday, May 12, 202505/12/2025
How Should the USA Deal with the Rising Chinese Threat.
In On-Demand
Former US Ambassador Frank Lavin, an expert trade negotiator with President Reagan, President George H. W. Bush, and President W. Bush, discusses the current state of China with host Jeff Chidester. They also discuss the rise of Chinese military power.
