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.

Wednesday, July 31, 202407/31/2024

State Rep. Len Turcotte 07-31-24

State Representative Len Turcotte discusses leadership focus for the upcoming NH legislative session.

Wednesday, July 31, 202407/31/2024

State Sen. Dan Innis 07-31-24

State Senator, Small Business Owner, and Economic Professor Dan Innis discusses economic policies at the state and national levels, the nation’s debt crisis, and farm-to-table school lunch programs.

Wednesday, July 31, 202407/31/2024

Michael Graham 07-31-24

Michael Graham from NH Journal talks about the state of the NH races for governor and Congress.

Wednesday, July 31, 202407/31/2024

Brian Riedl 07-31-24

Economist Brian Riedl of the Manhattan Institute provides essential insight into the dangers of a $35 trillion national debt. 

Tuesday, July 30, 202407/30/2024

Jessica Vaughan 07-30-24

Jessica Vaughan from the Center of Immigration Studies, talks about human trafficking, a recently released study on immigration policies and the impact on our welfare system.

Tuesday, July 30, 202407/30/2024

Nathan Shrader 07-30-24

New England College Professor Nathan Shrader discusses the marketing campaigns that Trump and Harris have started to roll out. And also discusses the possible effect AI deep fakes could have in political campaigns.

Tuesday, July 30, 202407/30/2024

Damien Fisher 07-30-24

Reporter Damien Fisher discusses two recent stories published by InDepthNH.org regarding the New Hampshire YDC lawsuit fund and the New Hampshire Catholic Church sex abuse lawsuit. 

Tuesday, July 30, 202407/30/2024

Tina Michaud-Gray 07-30-24

Tina Michaud-Gray of Rapid Recovery Center of New England talks about alternative treatments for veterans dealing with chronic pain. And also explains how cuts in federal reimbursements have forced many medical providers to drop their veteran customers. 

Monday, July 29, 202407/29/2024

Miriam Carter 07-29-24

In this week’s Local Business Spotlight Miriam Carter from the League of New Hampshire Craftsmen’s Fair stops by to talk about the 9-day event which highlights the family friendly event that showcases everything New Hampshire.

Monday, July 29, 202407/29/2024

Professor John Lappie 07-29-24

Plymouth State University Professor John Lappie discusses what each party should focus on over the next 99 days and some of the characteristics Kamala Harris may want to consider when selecting a running mate.

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