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.

Monday, November 11, 202411/11/2024

Professor John Lappie 11-11-24

Dr. John Lappie from Plymouth State University discusses what each major political party needs to consider after the election. He also shares his thoughts on how the State of NH elects two Democrats to Congress yet a Republican Governor, Executive Council, and House-Senate Majority.

Friday, November 8, 202411/08/2024

Chris LaBella 11-08-24

Chris LaBella from Tuscan Brands joins WFEA’s Morning Update to share a special event that will provide a complimentary meal on November 12 for veterans in honor of Veterans Day and those who served.

Friday, November 8, 202411/08/2024

Kris Nielsen 11-08-24

visitNH.gov Kris Nielsen shares some significant events happening throughout NH, including Christmas Tree Farms, the ‘Currier and Ives Cookie Tour, the Jingle Bell Chocolate Tour, and other events.

Friday, November 8, 202411/08/2024

Karl Zahn 11-08-24

WFEA’s House Political Satirist Karl Zahn provides his “unique” perspective on the election, including voting laws in Kentucky, therapy goats and craft stations for college students, and the rise of the ‘Trump Resistance.’

Friday, November 8, 202411/08/2024

Kitty Norton 11-08-24

Filmmaker Kitty Norton discusses her recent documentary, Wine, Women, and Dementia, which aired on PBS. NH-born Beth Rigazio produced Kitty’s film, featuring an NH family, Matt and Linsey Perrin, living with two parents with dementia. 

Thursday, November 7, 202411/07/2024

Congresswoman-Elect Maggie Goodlander 11-07-24

Congresswoman-Elect Goodlander joins WFEA’s The Morning Update to discuss her election to Congress and the transition process.

Thursday, November 7, 202411/07/2024

Chief Allen Aldenberg 11-07-24

Manchester Police Chief Allen Aldenberg discusses his transition from police chief to his new position with Veteran Services at Easterseals.

Thursday, November 7, 202411/07/2024

Carrie Lukas 11-07-24

Independent Women’s Forum President Carrie Lukas discusses the efforts to support public policy on family and elder care.

Thursday, November 7, 202411/07/2024

Christine Carignan 11-07-24

Christine Carignan from Business NH Magazine shares the details of the upcoming small business festival on November 23 – 24 at the Doubletree in Manchester NH, Very Merry Holiday Gift Festival.

Thursday, November 7, 202411/07/2024

Nicole Silverio 11-07-24

Media Expert Nicole Silverio, from The Daily Caller News Foundation, shares her top three clips of the week, including a clip from a former Biden supporter, an accusation that black men are racist and misogynist, and The View has a classic meltdown.

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