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.

Jeff Chidester Up Against the Wall

Wednesday, November 19, 202511/19/2025

Jeff Chidester: Where Socialism has Been Tried….and Failed in the USA

In On-Demand

As New York City and Seattle double down on Socialism, with the election of Mayor-elect Mamdani and Katie Wilson, Jeff…

Wednesday, November 19, 202511/19/2025

NH Veterans Home: Profiling Staff Support and HR

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How to recruit, hire, and educate incredible team members to join the New Hampshire Veterans Home staff? Ella Fredette, Human…

Jeff Chidester Up Against the Wall

Wednesday, November 19, 202511/19/2025

11/19/25 Morning Monologue: Do Democrats Really Care About the Epstein Victims?

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The House and the Senate debated and passed legislation to release the Epstein files. Host Jeff Chidester shares his thoughts…

Wednesday, November 19, 202511/19/2025

The Gettysburg Address

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On November 19, 1863, one of the most important speeches in American history was presented by President Abraham Lincoln at…

Tuesday, November 18, 202511/18/2025

Damien Fisher: The NH YDC Sexual Assault Fund Lawsuit

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Investigative reporter Damien Fisher joins us to talk about the upcoming case before the NH Supreme Court to review the…

Tuesday, November 18, 202511/18/2025

Dr Nate Shrader: Potential Presidential Candidates in NH and 2026 Issues

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NEC Professor Nate Shrader joins us to discuss the debate within the Democratic Party between the Progressive and Centrist wings…

Tuesday, November 18, 202511/18/2025

Paul Perez: Narco-Terrorist and Attacks on ICE

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Paul Perez, President of the Border Patrol Council, joins us to discuss the attacks, intimidation, and threats made against the…

Tuesday, November 18, 202511/18/2025

US Senate Candidate Scott Brown: The Shutdown Folly and Healthcare Crisis

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Former US Ambassador and US Senator Scott Brown joins The Morning Update to offer insight into the issues surrounding the…

Jeff Chidester Up Against the Wall

Tuesday, November 18, 202511/18/2025

11/18/25 Morning Monologue: Epsteinpolozza Hits the House

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The Morning Update Show hosts Jeff Chidester talks about the big day ahead for the US House….the debate on the…

Jeff Chidester Up Against the Wall

Monday, November 17, 202511/17/2025

11/17/25 Morning Monologue: 72-Hours of Political Topsy-turvy

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The Morning Update host Jeff Chidester discusses the heckling incident involving New Hampshire’s senior Senator Shaheen and a Democratic candidate…

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