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, January 20, 202601/20/2026

Damien Fisher: Opiate Deaths Down and ICE Facility in NH

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Investigative reporter Damien Fisher hops onto The Morning Update to talk about two of his most recent columns, one on…

Tuesday, January 20, 202601/20/2026

Dr. Nate Shrader: Greenland, Minnesota, and the Lack of NH Democratic Gubernatorial Candidates

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Dr. Nate Shrader, New England College, joins Jeff to talk about Trump’s sights on acquiring the island of Greenland, the…

Tuesday, January 20, 202601/20/2026

NH State Center Dan Innis: Property Tax Cap and ACA Funding

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A new piece of legislation to place a property tax cap was recently introduced in the NH House.  NH State…

Tuesday, January 20, 202601/20/2026

Healthcare Expert Joel White: President Trump’s Healthcare Plan

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President Trump recently unveiled his healthcare plan. Leading national Health Care Coverage expert Joel White, the President of the Council…

Tuesday, January 20, 202601/20/2026

NE Patriots Roundup: Patriots Heading Back to the AFC Championship

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WFEA – Manchester Media Group’s sports analyst Pete Tarrier joins to break down the Patriots Division Championship over the Houston…

Friday, January 16, 202601/16/2026

Counter Conversation at Belmont Hall: Congressional Candidate, NH Representatives, a Few Laughs

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During this show, The Morning Update host Jeff Chidester broadcast from Belmont Hall for WFEA’s monthly Counter Conversation –  The…

Thursday, January 15, 202601/15/2026

Thom Brueckner: Geopolitical Events and Recent Positive Economic News

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Recent geopolitical events have drastically changed the trajectory (and fortunes) of China, Russia, Iran, and Venezuela (CRIV). How have the events…

Thursday, January 15, 202601/15/2026

Media Expert Nicole Silverio: Minneapolis Mayor Ignores the Real Issues with ICE

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As the crisis in Minneapolis intensifies, it has become abundantly clear that the leadership in Minnesota and extreme, far-left Democrats…

Thursday, January 15, 202601/15/2026

Business NH Magazine: The Facts About Bankruptcy

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Over the past two years, New Hampshire has seen an uptick in business bankruptcies. What are some of the driving…

Thursday, January 15, 202601/15/2026

NH Insurance Dept: Frequently Asked Questions About Fire Coverage

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New Hampshire Insurance Department’s Property and Casualty Division Director James N. Fox joins The Morning Update to offer important information…

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