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.

Friday, July 26, 202407/26/2024

Nathan Shrader 07-26-24

New England College Professor Nate Shrader joins The Morning Update to discuss his article ‘How Harris can change the narrative to beat Trump which was recently published by The Hill.

Friday, July 26, 202407/26/2024

Jeff Chidester 07-26-24

Question of the Day: Do you agree with the policy to clear homeless encampments? Jeff discusses this issue.

Friday, July 26, 202407/26/2024

Emily Brooks 07-26-24

The Hill’s Emily Brooks discusses the ‘Stop Gap Spending’ measure Congress is grappling with before the August break. Emily also provides an update on the congressional hearings into the Trump Assassination Attempt.

Thursday, July 25, 202407/25/2024

Phil Van Hemart 07-25-24

Phil Van Hemart, organizer for Sail Portsmouth shares the agenda for the Tall Ship Sail Portsmouth festival planned for this weekend in Portsmouth Harbor.

Thursday, July 25, 202407/25/2024

Kathy Sullivan 07-25-24

Kathy Sullivan, a Political Pundit, reflects on Biden’s withdrawal speech to the nation and Kathy’s thoughts on VP Kamala Harris.

Thursday, July 25, 202407/25/2024

Claire Sullivan 07-25-24

Claire Sullivan, reporter for the New Hampshire Bulletin, talks about ‘toxic juice’ leaking from New Hampshire waste management sites and the next steps in rectifying this problem.

Thursday, July 25, 202407/25/2024

Nicole Silverio 07-25-24

Media Expert Nicole Silverio, from The Daily Caller News Foundation, shares the week’s top news video/audio stories.

Thursday, July 25, 202407/25/2024

Eric Ekberg 07-25-24

Eric Ekberg of Granite Recovery Centers offers advice on how those dealing with addiction and their families can utilize Granite Recovery Centers.

Thursday, July 25, 202407/25/2024

Angela Morabito 07-25-24

Angela Morabito, from the Independent Woman’s Forum Education Freedom Center, discusses COVID education money that was misspent by some educational institutions. Angela also provides a summary of this week’s American Federation of Teachers. 

Thursday, July 25, 202407/25/2024

Andy Sylvia 07-25-24

Andy Sylvia of Manchester Ink Link talks about Tiger Blood Ice Cream, illicit doggy daycares, and Ward 10 neighborhood meeting with the May Jay Ruais.

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