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, January 16, 202501/16/2025

Von Spakovsy talks potential immigration policy options under the incoming Trump administration.

Immigration and civil rights expert Hans Von Spakovsy shared his thoughts on immigration policy under the incoming Trump administration, including what will be done by executive orders and what will need to be done through legislation.

Thursday, January 16, 202501/16/2025

This week’s top audio from Nicole Silverio from Daily Caller News

Nicole Silverio, from the Daily Caller News Foundation, shares the top news clips of the week, including the final Biden White House Briefing and the heated exchange between DOD nominee Pete Hegseth and Sen. Elizabeth Warren.

Thursday, January 16, 202501/16/2025

Rep.Cordelli talks HB115 and the universal education freedom program.

NH Rep. Glen Cordelli discusses the committee hearing on HB115, a bill to expand access to the universal education freedom program.

Thursday, January 16, 202501/16/2025

Firsthand misconceptions on “Gender-affirming care.”

De-transitioner Prisha Mosley, Independent Women’s Forum Ambassador, shares her story of misdiagnosis and trauma she experienced at the hands of the medical community. Prisha offers support to parents and children dealing with ‘so-called gender-affirming care.’

Thursday, January 16, 202501/16/2025

Mowry & Carignan on the “Red Tape” facing both parents and students.

Matt Mowry and Christine Carignan from Business NH Magazine discuss their feature article for the month: ‘Red Tap’: Leaves NH’s Child Care Scholarship Program Underused.

Thursday, January 16, 202501/16/2025

American Commitment’s Phil Kerpen on the benefits of the Trump Presidency.

Phil Kerpen, American Commitment, outlines the possible policy focuses with the incoming president. 

Thursday, January 16, 202501/16/2025

Thom Brueckner talks about why we should expect a positive economic impact with President-elect Trump’s administration.

Retirement Intelligence Radio Host Thom Brueckner discusses the just-released Consumer Price Index and its economic impact. Thom also provides insight into key changes that will have a positive economic impact with President-elect Trump’s inauguration.

Thursday, January 16, 202501/16/2025

Drew Cline Explains why Gov. Ayotte will govern with ‘practical populist priorities’

Drew Cline from the Josiah Bartlett Center for Public Policy shares his thoughts on what he calls ‘Governor Ayotte’s practical populist priorities.’ Drew also shares his observations on the controversy surrounding the Concord City Council’s hiring of a DEO consultant for $40,000, especially considering there doesn’t seem to be an issue this consultation will solve.

Thursday, January 16, 202501/16/2025

NH Bankers Association offers tips to combat ID Theft.

Kristy Merrill, NH Bankers Association, and Julie Wright, Senior VP at Franklin Savings Bank, explain ID Theft and offer tips to avoid becoming a victim. Julie also explains the steps to take if you become a victim.

Thursday, January 16, 202501/16/2025

Exclusive: Damien Fisher Breaks New Details of a 2017 New Hampshire Murder

Indepth NH Investigative Reporter Damien Fisher shares a breaking story surrounding the 2017 Stoddard homicide investigation involving a domestic situation and a police officer’s suicide. Recent reviews of the case have exposed many concerns and potential improprieties. 

Recent Headlines

8 hours ago in National, Trending

USPS unveils Route 66 centennial stamps, born from a photographer’s 42 trips

The U.S. Postal Service on Tuesday is releasing eight stamps marking significant parts of the road in each of the states it traverses, passing by vintage diners, gas stations and motels — many since preserved or restored — along with breathtaking vistas and wide horizons of the open road.

4 days ago in National

Redistricting battle intensifies in states after US Supreme Court ruling on Voting Rights Act

A Supreme Court decision striking down a majority Black congressional district in Louisiana has amplified an already intense national redistricting battle by providing Republican officials in several states new grounds to redraw voting districts.

6 days ago in National

US infant formula supply is ‘safe,’ FDA says after looking for potential contaminants

A new analysis of chemicals in U.S. infant formula found reassuringly low levels of heavy metals, pesticides and other potential contaminants, federal health officials said Wednesday.

6 days ago in National

Hegseth will go before Congress for the first time since the Iran war started

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth will face questioning from lawmakers Wednesday for the first time since the Trump administration went to war with Iran, a decision that Democrats say has led to a costly conflict of choice waged without congressional approval.

1 week ago in National

Man charged with attempted assassination of Trump in White House correspondents’ dinner shooting

The man who authorities say tried to storm the White House Correspondents' Association dinner with guns and knives was charged Monday with the attempted assassination of President Donald Trump as federal authorities suggested an attack that disrupted one of Washington's glitziest events had been planned for at least several weeks.