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, October 25, 202410/25/2024

Karl Zahn 10-25-24

Political satirist Karl Zahn talks about his transformation from an anti-Trumper into a Trump supporter. Karl’s story illustrates the hostility many voters face from opposing supporters, whether they support Harris or Trump. 

Friday, October 25, 202410/25/2024

Matt Mayberry 10-25-24

Frequent WFEA guest Matt Mayberry discusses the upcoming event to honor those who served our county but have since passed. Winter Honor Flags is seeking donations to sponsor the flags on graves throughout NH and a call for volunteers.

Friday, October 25, 202410/25/2024

Secretary of State David Scanlan 10-25-24

New Hampshire Secretary of State David Scanlan joins WFEA’s The Morning Update to explain the mailing deadline for NH Absentee Ballots, election security, a recent New Hampshire Archive Open House, and his early thoughts on voter turnout.

Thursday, October 24, 202410/24/2024

Betsy Harrington 10-24-24

Parent Betsy Harrington talks about the effects that New Hampshire female athletes have experienced while being forced to play against a team that features a male high student. Harrington also explains the efforts to stop a convicted sexual predator from attending high school girls’ sporting events. 

Thursday, October 24, 202410/24/2024

Chandra Zambruno 10-24-24

Chandra Zambruno, from the New Hampshire Breast and Cervical Program, provides helpful information as we reflect on Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

Thursday, October 24, 202410/24/2024

Kim Russell 10-24-24

National recognized premier women’s lacrosse coach Kim Russell joins The Morning Update to discuss the teamwork and leadership skills girls gain through single-sex athletics.

Thursday, October 24, 202410/24/2024

Christine Carignan and Matt Mowry 10-24-24

Christine Carignan and Matt Mowry from Business NH Magazine share the top women’s business-run non-profits and businesses in New Hampshire and discuss the process of identifying their characteristics. 

Thursday, October 24, 202410/24/2024

Nicole Silverio 10-24-24

Media Expert Nicole Silverio of the Daily Caller News Foundation presents the three controversial audio clips of the week featuring White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre calling Trump a fascist, CNN shutting down conservative Scott Jennings, and the gang at The View lobbing softballs at VP candidate Walz.

Thursday, October 24, 202410/24/2024

State Sen. Kevin Avard 10-24-24

New Hampshire State Senator Kevin Avard discusses several misrepresentations featured in political ads from the New Hampshire Democratic Party.

Thursday, October 24, 202410/24/2024

Andy Syliva 10-24-24

Andy Syliva from Manchester Ink Link, discusses the bonding conversation in Nashua and school funding aid in Manchester.

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