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 21, 202410/21/2024

Andy Vailas 10-21-24

Andy Vailas from Delphi Enhanced Primary Care discusses the innovative concierge approach to Delpi’s medical services. Andy explains how the low patient-to-doctor ratio gives each patient a clear, unique ‘care path.’ Andy talks about how the ‘advocacy’ service model focuses on the patient’s needs first and foremost.

Monday, October 21, 202410/21/2024

Andy Chappell 10-21-24

Andy Chappell, Head of School at The Derryfield School, discusses the school’s history, academic foundation, and approach to community outreach, which have made Derryfield School one of NH’s premier learning institutes for 6-12 grades for 60 years. 

Monday, October 21, 202410/21/2024

Emily Brooks 10-21-24

Emily Brooks from the Hill talks about the growing ‘to-do-list’ that Congress still needs to address while at the same time running for reelection. Emily also discusses who the experts believe will win the majority in the US Congress.

Monday, October 21, 202410/21/2024

Professor John Lappie 10-21-24

Dr. John Lappie, Political Science Professor at Plymouth State University, discusses what’s in store for the final two weeks of the general election campaigning. The professor also sheds some light on how down-ticket candidates run when the candidate at the top has an unpopular rating.

Friday, October 18, 202410/18/2024

Gary Bouchard 10-18-24

St. Anselm College English Professor and Executive Director of the Greggory Grappone ’04 Humanities Institute Gary Bouchard talks with guest host Ginger Munson about AI, open discourse and the hope which can be found in our young adult students.  

Friday, October 18, 202410/18/2024

Kris Neilsen 10-18-24

Following recent headlines of records of tourists in New Hampshire’s White Mountains, Kris Neilsen from VisitNH.Gov shares a foliage update and highlights a few local iconic events happening this weekend.

Friday, October 18, 202410/18/2024

Karl Zahn 10-18-24

Guest host Ginger Munson and WFEA’s resident political satirist Karl Zahn catch up for this week’s conversation which features former Vice-President Dick Cheney, recent accomplishments by Space-X.

Friday, October 18, 202410/18/2024

Debbie Ellis 10-18-24

Debbie Ellis from Good Life Travel explains to guest host Ginger Munson just how and why the norms of traveling the world are changing and what’s new in the industry. Debbie also offers a few extra tips for making your next trip a bit easier.

Friday, October 18, 202410/18/2024

Charles Emmons, Phil Laks & Tim Stanely 10-18-24

The dynamic trio from  ActorSingers Community Theatre in Nashua share with guest host Ginger Munson a glimpse inside the heart and soul of locally produced musical productions. Including Beauty and Beast which is showing this November 8-10th at the Keefe Auditiorium in Nashau.  All you never knew about the talent and lives behind the actors and singers.

Friday, October 18, 202410/18/2024

Kim Lovely 10-18-24

Guest host Ginger Munson and Kim Lovely, Registered Dietician and Life Coach dive into a topic we like to avoid this time of year.  Food is fuel but it is also entertainment.  Learn how to navigate the holiday buffet as well as improve your cognitive function.  With over 20 years’ experience guiding people to wellness, she believes food is medicine and she shares her best advice for eating well and feeling good. 

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