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.

Tuesday, June 25, 202406/25/2024

Matt Mowers 06-25-24

Former Congressional candidate and Presidential Campaign leader Matt Mowers talks about the upcoming Presidential debate and the recent on-air squabble between Trump surrogate Karoline Levitt and CNN commentator Kasie Hunt.

Monday, June 24, 202406/24/2024

Jessica Vaughan 06-24-24

Jessica Vaughan, Director of Policy Studies at the Center for Immigration Studies, comments on the latest presidential poll number related to immigration. Vaughan also shares what question she would ask each candidate if she were on the debate stage.

Monday, June 24, 202406/24/2024

Wayne Lesperance 06-24-24

Dr. Wayne Lesperance of New England College provides a historical insight into past presidential debates and what listeners should expect during the first Presidential Debate of 2024, which is scheduled for June 27.

Monday, June 24, 202406/24/2024

State Rep. Glenn Cordelli 06-24-24

State Rep Glenn Cordelli talks about Safe Haven legislation awaiting the Governor’s signature. As well as a recent incident in which an NH public school teacher escorted a student to a medical appointment without the knowledge of the student’s parents or school administration.

Monday, June 24, 202406/24/2024

Scott Brown 06-24-24

Former US Ambassador and Senator (and current Ambassador of Rock) Scott Brown talks about his past debating experiences and preparation. Brown also shares his thoughts on using National Guard units at the Southern Border.

Friday, June 21, 202406/21/2024

Marty Skovlund Jr. 06-21-24

Marty Skovlund Jr. talks about his new book, Send Me: The Incredible True Story of a Mother At War and his time in the Army.

Friday, June 21, 202406/21/2024

Mayor Jay Ruais 06-21-24

Manchester Mayor Jay Ruais talks about the recently approved City budget for Fiscal Year 2025, how the city plans to address the conclusion of Covid Funding and City’s new Homelessness Initiatives Director.

Friday, June 21, 202406/21/2024

Ashely Miller 06-21-24

State Archivist Ashley Miller talks about New Hampshire’s important role ratifying the Constitution.

Friday, June 21, 202406/21/2024

Jeff Chidester 06-21-24

WFEA’s Jeff Chidester talks about the five stories of the day.

Thursday, June 20, 202406/20/2024

Dr. Jason Aziz 06-20-24

New Hampshire Insurance Department’s Dr. Jason Aziz, Director of Health Economics, Life & Health joins Drew to talk about Price Transparency in healthcare.

Recent Headlines

2 days ago in National

Justice Department begins releasing long-awaited files tied to Epstein sex trafficking investigation

The Justice Department on Friday began releasing its files on Jeffrey Epstein, a convicted sex offender and wealthy financier known for his connections to some of the world's most influential people, including Donald Trump, who as president had tried to keep the files sealed.

3 days ago in National

Democrats keep 2024 election review under wraps, saying a public rehash won’t help them win in 2026

The Democratic National Committee head has decided not to publish a formal assessment of the party's defeat that returned Donald Trump to power and gave Republicans complete control in Washington.

3 days ago in National

US government admits role in causing helicopter-plane collision that killed 67 in Washington

The U.S. government admitted Wednesday that the actions of an air traffic controller and Army helicopter pilot played a role in causing a collision last January between an airliner and a Black Hawk near the nation's capital, killing 67 people.

4 days ago in National

4 Republicans defy Speaker Johnson to force House vote on extending ACA subsidies

Four centrist Republicans broke with Speaker Mike Johnson on Wednesday and signed onto a Democratic-led petition that will force a House vote on extending for three years an enhanced pandemic-era subsidy that lowers health insurance costs for millions of Americans.

6 days ago in National

Search for the Brown University shooter resumes as questions swirl about campus security

Authorities knocked on doors Monday searching for any video there might be of the Brown University gunman, who could be seen in grainy footage walking away from the weekend attack that killed two students and wounded nine others.