The WFEA Morning Update
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, October 27, 202510/27/2025
AARP – NH: Supporting Homebased Caregivers
In On-Demand
What are some of the financial and emotional strains that home-based family caregivers experience? How can we help caregivers? What…
Monday, October 27, 202510/27/2025
NE Patriots Roundup: Silencing the ‘Dog Pound’
In On-Demand
The New England Patriots return to Gillette Stadium after three road games. WFEA/Manchester media Group’s sport analyst Pete Terrier joins…
Monday, October 27, 202510/27/2025
The Hill’s Emily Brooks: Blame Game for the Shutdown
In On-Demand
Who is getting the blame for the government Shutdown? Both the Democratic and Republican parties are dealing with infighting while…
Monday, October 27, 202510/27/2025
Sarah Scott: Zoning, Energy and Other NH Legislative Efforts
In On-Demand
We are joined by Deputy State Director for AFP – NH, Sarah Scott, as we discuss her recent interview with US Senatorial Candidate…
Monday, October 27, 202510/27/2025
Turning Point Action: Super Chase Events
In On-Demand
Turning Point Action – New Hampshire is holding two major events on November 1 (Manchester) and November 2 (Berlin) to…
Monday, October 27, 202510/27/2025
Derryfield School: Leading Lives of Passion and Purpose
In On-Demand
How is Derryfield School advancing its Arts and Design Program? What are some of the innovative ways that the staff…
Monday, October 27, 202510/27/2025
Dr. John Lappie: Capital Impasse and Renovations Battles
In On-Demand
Which major political party will ‘blink first’ in the government Shutdown? What effect will the government Shutdown and the ‘controversy’…
Friday, October 24, 202510/24/2025
The best ways to embracing Autumn in the Granite state
In On-Demand
Kris Nielsen from VistNH.Gov shares with guests hosts Walter McFarlane and Chris Bright on the best ways to spend your weekend across the Granite State.
Friday, October 24, 202510/24/2025
Sen. Perkins-Kowka on how the Government shutdown is impacting residents in her district
In On-Demand
State Senator Rebecca Perkins-Kowka joins guest hosts Walter McFarlane and Chris Bright to discuss the impact the Government shutdown is having on citizens in her district and explains why she thinks lawmakers should consider the impact the increased costs in healthcare is having on the average Granite staters as the debate over passing a continued spending resolution.
Friday, October 24, 202510/24/2025
The impact the Government shutdown is having on Granite State residents
In On-Demand
Guest hosts Walter McFarlane and Chris Bright dive into the Government shutdown and the state’s potential plans to help those…
