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.

Wednesday, October 30, 202410/30/2024

Thom Brueckner 10-30-24

Thom Brueckner of Senior Financial Resources Inc. of Nashua and host of Retirement Intelligence heard every Friday morning on WFEA offers an excellent review of possible policy and economic directions based on who is elected president.

Wednesday, October 30, 202410/30/2024

State Sen. Dan Innis 10-30-24

New Hampshire State Senator Dan Innis talks about the significant shift in the political polls and the aggressive tone within specific campaigns leading up to the general election.

Wednesday, October 30, 202410/30/2024

Insurance Commissioner D.J. Bettencourt 10-30-24

NH Insurance Commissioner DJ Bettencourt discusses a recent $600,000 grant to expand women’s health services and the department’s outreach programs to help consumers.

Wednesday, October 30, 202410/30/2024

Drew Cline 10-30-24

Drew Cline from the Josiah Bartlett Center for Public Policy discusses the five myths surrounding the NH Business Tax cuts.

Tuesday, October 29, 202410/29/2024

Damien Fisher 10-29-24

Damien Fisher from NH Journal discusses a controversy involving the current Hillsborough County Attorney, John Coughlin, who is also seeking reelection. Caughlin’s office’s failure to follow up on paperwork resulted in releasing a dangerous suspect.

Tuesday, October 29, 202410/29/2024

Patty Nieberg 10-29-24

Investigative Reporter Patty Nieberg from Task & Purpose discusses her work on how the US Military handles/investigates severe crimes that occur on military installations (or don’t handle). 

Monday, October 28, 202410/28/2024

Jason Zilm & Liz Going 10-28-24

Jason Zilm & Liz Going from Prime Lending, 2024 Best of the 603 Winners, join us in the studio to discuss their consultative approach to helping clients understand the over 400 mortgage-related products they specialize in. In particular, Liz and Jason discuss their acknowledged expertise in assisting veterans in successfully gaining access to their VA loan.  

Monday, October 28, 202410/28/2024

Emily Brooks 10-28-24

WFEA contributor from The Hill Emily Brooks discusses her two most recent articles, which breakdown the seats that the Republicans can win and the races in which the Democrats believe they can be victorious.

Monday, October 28, 202410/28/2024

Pete Tarrier 10-28-24

WFEA’s Pete Terrier pops on with Jeff Chidester to discuss the New England Patriots’ performance against the New York Jets. Pete breaks down what went well, what didn’t work, and what the Patriots need to work on for next week’s contest against Tennessee.

Monday, October 28, 202410/28/2024

Professor John Lappie 10-28-24

Plymouth State University Political Science Professor Dr. John Lappie discusses a recent New York Times-Siena poll showing that most Americans were concerned that ‘democracy was under threat.’ Dr. Lappie and WFEA Host Jeff Chidester also discuss the Washington Post’s and LA Times’ decision not to offer a presidential endorsement this cycle.

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