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, June 28, 202406/28/2024

Lt Wayne Saunders 06-28-24

Lt Wayne Saunders joins Jeff to talk about the Great Woods Softball Game. Saunders also explains why NH maple syrup is far superior to Maine maple syrup… It’s Science!

Friday, June 28, 202406/28/2024

Secretary of State Dave Scanlan 06-28-24

Secretary of State Dave Scanlan explains the role of the new Civics and Voter Education Director Lily Woo. Scanlan also talks about the purpose of House Bill 1569 and the recent gathering of the Democracy Defense Project.

Thursday, June 27, 202406/27/2024

Dr. Jeff Czarnec 06-27-24

Dr. Jeff Czarnec, Associate Dean of Criminal Justice at Southern New Hampshire University, discusses modern law enforcement educational curriculum approaches.

Thursday, June 27, 202406/27/2024

Asst. Attorney General Brandon Chase 06-27-24

Asst. Attorney General Brandon Chase provides insight and an update on the State’s recent investigation and lawsuit against TikTok.

Thursday, June 27, 202406/27/2024

Sen. Kelly Ayotte 06-27-24

Gubernatorial Candidate Kelly Ayotte discusses the New Hampshire advantage, small businesses, positive COVID recovery statistics, and Air Force Academy trivia.

Thursday, June 27, 202406/27/2024

Kim Russell 06-27-24

Former Oberlin Lacrosse Coach Kim Russell discusses the anniversary of Title IX and her personal experience with speaking out against men in women’s sports.

Thursday, June 27, 202406/27/2024

Andy Sylvia 06-27-24

Andy Sylvia of Manchester Ink Link talks about how budget cuts by the Manchester School District ended up costing taxpayers more money. 

Wednesday, June 26, 202406/26/2024

Brandon Lemay 06-26-24

Homelessness is at a crisis point across New Hampshire, and Manchester is the epicenter. Brandon Lemay from the Manchester Housing Alliance joins us to discuss some initiatives MHT is developing.

Wednesday, June 26, 202406/26/2024

AnnMarie Timmins 06-26-24

AnnMarie Timmins shares the fascinating story of Andrew Dawson Hayes, one of the many foster care participants who’s been denied access to social security funds that were collected on his behalf. Annmarie explains the reason for this and the potential related remedies.   

Wednesday, June 26, 202406/26/2024

Drew Cline 06-26-24

Drew Cline from the Josiah Bartlett Center for Public Policy joins WFEA to discuss the lack of affordable housing policies that failed to emerge from the most recent New Hampshire legislative session. 

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