The WFEA Morning Update
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.
Wednesday, June 24, 202606/24/2026
Legal Expert Beth Parlato: SCOUTS Women’s Sports Case
In On-Demand
Beth Parlato, senior legal counsel for Independent Women’s Law Center, hops on the show to share her thoughts on the…
Wednesday, June 24, 202606/24/2026
Drew Cline: Social Zone Success -Debating Democratic Socialism
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Drew Cline, Josiah Bartlett Center for Public Policy, discusses the most recent Laconia Motorcycle Week and how social district areas…
Wednesday, June 24, 202606/24/2026
WFEA’s Roundtable Discussion on Women’s safe spaces…is enough being done to protect women and girls?
In On-Demand
Jeff Chidester talks with Bronwyn Sims, Judy Walcott, Beth Scaer and Katherine Prudhomme O’Brien on if enough is being done to protect women and girls in public and private spaces.
Tuesday, June 23, 202606/23/2026
NH State Senator Dan Innis: Chicago Violence and the Politics of Envy
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NH State Senator Dan Innis joins the show to discuss the upcoming midterm elections in New Hampshire. What are the…
Tuesday, June 23, 202606/23/2026
Reporter Damien Fisher: NH DHHS Lost Records and Prominent NH Democrat 33-Year Prison Sentence
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Reporter Damien Fisher discusses his latest story involving the massive sexual abuse scandal involving NH DHHS and the Saddleback facility.…
Tuesday, June 23, 202606/23/2026
Kristen Cianci: The Take Over of the Democratic Party
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Kristen Cianci, Regional Communications Director – RNC, joins WFEA’s The Morning Update host Jeff Chidester to discuss the policy focuses…
Monday, June 22, 202606/22/2026
Bronwyn Sims: Reaction to a NH Safe Space Bill Veto
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Bronwyn Sims, Independent Women NH Ambassador, joins The Morning Update to talk about NH Governor Ayotte’s veto of SB552 –…
Monday, June 22, 202606/22/2026
Pinnacle Foundation Country Fest Fundraiser!: Great Music, Fun Games, Excellent BBQ
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Kurt Strandon, Pinnicale Foundation, joins us in the studio to discuss the Pinnacle Foundation Country Fest Fundraiser on June 28,…
Monday, June 22, 202606/22/2026
Dr. John Lappie: The Democratic Party versus Democratic Socialist
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Dr. John Lappie, Professor – Plymouth State University, joins The Morning Update Show host Jeff Chidester as they discuss the…
Monday, June 22, 202606/22/2026
AFP Sarah Scott: Data Centers and Energy, They Go Hand in Hand
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Sarah Scott, AFP-NH Deputy Director, joins The Morning Update and provides a review of the most recent legislative session; what…
