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.

Monday, October 7, 202410/07/2024

Henry Och 10-07-24

Henry Och, CEO and President of Harbor Healthcare New Hampshire, discusses their initiative to end veterans’ homelessness. Henry also talks about a special Thanksgiving Dinner for veterans that Habor Care will host on November 26.

Monday, October 7, 202410/07/2024

Professor John Lappie 10-07-24

Dr. John Lappie, Political Science Professor at Plymouth State University, discusses a poll suggesting that many Americans believe the country is heading in the wrong direction. How will this belief affect the election?

Friday, October 4, 202410/04/2024

Emily Brooks 10-04-24

Emily Brooks from The Hill talks about the Congressional funding for Hurricane Helene, the debate over the term ‘pro-choice,’ and congresspeople back in the districts campaigning. 

Friday, October 4, 202410/04/2024

Barry Glennon 10-04-24

Barry Glennon, Director of the New Hampshire Bureau of Securities Regulations, informs WFEA listeners about the crypto scam known as ‘Pig Butchering.’

Friday, October 4, 202410/04/2024

Karl Zahn 10-04-24

WFEA’s Political Strategist Karl Zahn discusses the Vice-Presidential debate, the longshoremen’s strike, and the response to Hurricane Helene.

Thursday, October 3, 202410/03/2024

Rep.Jason Osborne & Rep. Joe Alexander 10-03-24

New Hampshire Representatives Osborne and Alexander discuss the 10-point Contract with New Hampshire, which outlines policy issues that they will work on in the session following the 2024 elections. 

Thursday, October 3, 202410/03/2024

Allie Coghan 10-03-24

Independent Women’s Forum Ambassador Allie Coghan joins WFEA to discuss the Boise State Women’s Volleyball Team’s protest by refusing to take the court against a team with a male player.

Thursday, October 3, 202410/03/2024

Bob Carpenter 10-03-24

Bob Carpenter from the Nitty Gritty Dirt Band reflects on their storied career and discusses the details of the national tour. 

Thursday, October 3, 202410/03/2024

Nicole Silverio 10-03-24

Daily Caller News Foundation Media Expert Nicole Silverio joins WFEA’s Morning Update to share the three controversial audio clips of the week.

Thursday, October 3, 202410/03/2024

Andy Syliva 10-03-24

Andy Syliva from Manchester Ink Link discusses the recent Manchester Alderman meeting on local oversight of the state Syringe Service Program (SSP). And why Aldermen passed an order to add safeguards for locally run SSPs.

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