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, August 19, 202408/19/2024

Claire Sullivan 08-19-24

Claire Sullivan of New Hampshire Bulletin discusses a recent Dartmouth study on the effects of PFAS on breastfeeding mothers. 

Monday, August 19, 202408/19/2024

Professor John Lappie 08-19-24

Plymouth State University Professor John Lappie discusses the time gap between President Joe Biden’s Convention speech planned for Monday and Vice-President Harris’ appearance at the convention on Thursday. And Dr. Lappie also talks about what, if any, bump in the polls could be seen after the DNC.

Friday, August 16, 202408/16/2024

Emily Brooks 08-16-24

Emily Brooks, @emilybrooksnews, discussed GOP leaders pushing House members to raise more cash to combat Harris’s enthusiasm.

Friday, August 16, 202408/16/2024

Kris Neilsen 08-16-24

Kris Neilsen, visitNH.gov, shared the different locations and styles of camping throughout New Hampshire and talked up some of the…

Friday, August 16, 202408/16/2024

State Sen. Regina Birdsell 08-16-24

NH State Senator Regina Birdsell, Hampstead, discussed the agenda for her upcoming trade relations visit to Ireland.

Friday, August 16, 202408/16/2024

Karl Zahn 08-16-24

Friday, August 16, 202408/16/2024

Bill Weidacher 08-16-24

Bill Weidacher, Fine Homes Group—Keller Williams Realty Metropolitan, did an incredible job explaining what current and potential homeowners should know…

Thursday, August 15, 202408/15/2024

Nicole Silverio 08-15-24

Nicole Silverio, Media Expert – Daily Caller News Foundation, shared three controversial audio clips about the presidential election.

Thursday, August 15, 202408/15/2024

Nathan Shrader 08-15-24

New England College Professor Nathan Shrader discussed the upcoming Democratic Convention, VP Harris’ pending economic policy release, and what Gen…

Thursday, August 15, 202408/15/2024

State Sen. Dan Innis 08-15-24

Economics Professor – NH State Senator Dan Innis – District 7 discussed how VP Harris might introduce price controls to…

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