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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, August 5, 202408/05/2024

Emily Brooks 08-05-24

Emily Brooks from The Hill talks about the response from Congress regarding the recent prisoner exchange with Russia. And also shares that Trump’s “bashing” of Project 2025 is “irking” conservatives.

Monday, August 5, 202408/05/2024

Jeff Chidester 08-05-24

Jeff talks about the concerns some have expressed about Wall Street’s activity following Friday’s jobs Report and some of the responses to Former President Donald Trump’s comments about the way he addressed Vice President-Kamala Harris’ ethnicity.

Monday, August 5, 202408/05/2024

Professor John Lappie 08-05-24

Plymouth State University Political Science Professor John Lappie discusses the role of the Vice President when in office and what characteristics the presidential candidate looks for in their running mate.

Friday, August 2, 202408/02/2024

Jeff Chidester 08-02-24

Jeff talks about the recent events at the Paris Olympics involving Italian boxer Angela Carini. 

Friday, August 2, 202408/02/2024

Michale Graham 08-02-24

Michael Graham from New Hampshire Journal discusses the NH-Attorney General’s investigation into an illegal political mailing that originated from a Nancy Pelosi-led PAC.

Friday, August 2, 202408/02/2024

Chief Allen Aldenberg 08-02-24

Manchester Police Chief Aldenberg shares his thoughts on the recent Purple Heart Award ceremony for fallen and wounded officers.

Friday, August 2, 202408/02/2024

Karl Zahn 08-02-24

Karl Zahn talks about the Harris campaign and the follies of the Paris Olympics.

Friday, August 2, 202408/02/2024

Patty Nieberg 08-02-24

Patty Nieberg, from Task & Purpose, discusses the US Army Inspector General report on SFC. Robert Card and the Lewiston Maine shooting.

Friday, August 2, 202408/02/2024

Sarah Parshall Perry 08-02-24

Sarah Parshall Perry, Senior Fellow at the Edwin Meese III Center for Legal and Judicial Studies, talks about the Biden Administration changes to Title IX and how it will affect women’s academic and athletic opportunities. 

Thursday, August 1, 202408/01/2024

Andy Sylvia 08-01-24

Andy Sylvia from Manchester Ink Link discusses the ongoing ward public meetings throughout Manchester. Andy also talks about his conversations with local candidates about the impact of the ever-changing presidential election.

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