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.

Thursday, January 15, 202601/15/2026

Family Policy Expert: Rachel Sheffield: Saving the American Family

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What is the state of the American Family in 2026? The American Family is the cornerstone of our society, and…

Thursday, January 15, 202601/15/2026

Economic – Tax Expert Mike Paletiz: 2026 Economy

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How should we read some of the most recent economic numbers? What do economists expect for the 1st and 2nd…

Wednesday, January 14, 202601/14/2026

Security Expert Tom Waller: America’s Electric Grid At Risk

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How vulnerable is America’s electric grid?  What are some of the weak points, and what steps can we take to…

Wednesday, January 14, 202601/14/2026

Supreme Court Expert Beth Parlato: SCOTUS Hears Protect Women and Girls Case

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“If the Supreme Court can’t define ‘woman,’ then women have no rights left to defend. Her legacy is on the…

Jeff Chidester Up Against the Wall

Wednesday, January 14, 202601/14/2026

Jeff’s Wednesday Morning Monologue (011425): Greenland, SCOTUS, ICE Agitator

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The Morning Update host, Jeff Chidester, discusses the latest on the Trump Administration’s desire to acquire Greenland, the SCOTUS case…

Wednesday, January 14, 202601/14/2026

Drew Cline: The Obscene Cost of Renewable Energy

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Drew Cline, Josiah Bartlett Center for Public Policy, joins us to discuss the recent report showing how much money is…

Wednesday, January 14, 202601/14/2026

NH Bankers Association: The Economic Impact on Banking in NH Communities

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What is the economic impact on NH neighborhoods from New Hampshire-based banks? How many jobs are created and supported through…

Wednesday, January 14, 202601/14/2026

Task & Purpose: Women Share Their Combat Roles in the US Military

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Recently, the US Military began examining the effectiveness of women in combat roles. Task & Purpose reporter Patty Nieberg offers…

Simon Hankinson, Immigration - Foreign Service Expert

Wednesday, January 14, 202601/14/2026

Forgeign and Immigration Expert Simon Hankinson:

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Author, former foreign service officer, immigration expert Simon Hankinson (The Ten Woke Commandments – You Must Not Obey) joins us…

Wednesday, January 14, 202601/14/2026

Trend Acupuncture: Holiday Recover and Supporting You New Year’s Health Resolutions

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How are you feeling after the excesses of the holiday season? Have you set health-focused New Year’s Resolutions for 2026?…

Recent Headlines

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2 killed and homes damaged after tornadoes tear through Illinois and Indiana, more storms moving in

Major storms whipped up tornadoes in parts of Illinois and Indiana that leveled homes, killing at least two people and injuring others, and another round of rain, hail and strong winds made its way through the region Wednesday, authorities said.

2 days ago in National

In a time of war with Iran, Americans unite in aggravation over sticker shock at the gas pump

It seems a country divided on so many fronts is finding common ground in pain at the pump, where the cost of the Iran war is hitting Americans squarely in the wallet and aggravating people across the political spectrum.

2 days ago in National

Men who brought explosives to NYC protest cited Islamic State as inspiration, complaint says

Two men who brought explosives to a far-right protest outside New York City's mayoral mansion said they were inspired by the Islamic State extremist group, a court complaint said.

2 days ago in National

Uber’s women-only option goes nationwide in the US

Uber launched a feature Monday to allow both women riders and drivers across the U.S. to be matched with other women for trips, expanding a pilot program aimed at addressing concerns about the safety of its ride-hailing platform.

3 days ago in National

Jury selection to begin in South Florida for 4 charged in 2021 assassination of Haitian president

Jury selection is scheduled to begin Monday in the U.S. federal trial of four men charged in the 2021 assassination of Haitian President Jovenel Moïse. Arcangel Pretel Ortiz, Antonio Intriago, Walter Veintemilla and James Solages are charged with conspiring in South Florida to kidnap or kill Haiti's former leader, plus related charges.