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.
Wednesday, November 13, 202411/13/2024
Thom Brueckner 11-13-24
Thom Brueckner of Senior Financial Resources of Nashua and host of Retirement Intelligence heard Fridays on WFEA discusses economic changes since President-elect Trump’s election and the potential fate of Fed Chairman Jerome Powell.
Wednesday, November 13, 202411/13/2024
State Sen. Dan Innis 11-13-24
New Hampshire State Senator Dan Innis explains the current transition within the New Hampshire Senate and the early, essential budget initiatives. Sen. Innis also talks about President-elect Trump’s early cabinet selections.
Wednesday, November 13, 202411/13/2024
Kristy Merrill & Mark Paluzzi 11-13-24
Kristy Merrill of the NH Bankers Association and Mark Paluzzi from Bangor Savings join WFEA’s Morning Update to discuss community outreach and the success of this year’s NH Banks Give Bank initiative.
Wednesday, November 13, 202411/13/2024
Drew Cline 11-13-24
Drew Cline from the Josiah Bartlett Center for Public Policy discusses his recent article on how New Hampshire has surpassed Texas in the tax competitiveness index. He also discusses the current talking points related to the NH budget process.
Tuesday, November 12, 202411/12/2024
Nathan Shrader 11-12-24
New England College Political Science Professor Nathan Shrader discusses the transition process for a presidential administration. We also discuss the word “mandate” and what it entails.
Tuesday, November 12, 202411/12/2024
Patty Nieberg 11-12-24
Task & Purpose Reporter Patty Nieberg discusses a new policy to help Army members and dependents who are victims of domestic and sexual violence.
Tuesday, November 12, 202411/12/2024
Damien Fisher 11-12-24
Investigative Reporter Damien Fisher discusses two stories of interest. First, Damien talks about the ongoing saga involving the former NH State Senator and the loss of his casino license. Damien also talks about an NH police officer caught in an ethical issue involving a fake doctor’s note.
Monday, November 11, 202411/11/2024
Marcie Day 11-11-24
Marcie Day, COO of Evviva Trattoria, discusses how the company expands its restaurants while maintaining a ‘neighborhood feel.’ Marcie also shares their menu, including what her favorite dish is on the menu. Marcie finished our chat by announcing two new locations will open soon in Bedford and Nashua.
Monday, November 11, 202411/11/2024
Emily Brooks 11-11-24
Emily Brooks, Congressional Report for The Hill, discusses the state of the congressional races almost a week after the national election.
Monday, November 11, 202411/11/2024
Pete Tarrier 11-11-24
WFEA’s Peter Tarrier talks about the Patriots-Brear game, identifying what was reasonable and what needed improvement for both the Patriots’ defense and offense. Pete answers, ‘Is Drake Maye emerging as a leader on the Patriots rooster?’
