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, March 5, 202603/05/2026

Reporter Andy Sylvia: Pizza and Politics

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Reporter Andy Sylvia, Manchester Ink Link, joins host Jeff Chidester on The Morning Update Show to discuss the recent trip…

Thursday, March 5, 202603/05/2026

Media Expert Nicole Silverio: Hillary Stomps Out, Noem Fumbles, Leavitt Sets the Record Straight

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Media Expert Nicole Silverio hops onto the show to deliver her three top audio/video clips of the week. Nicole shares…

Thursday, March 5, 202603/05/2026

Andrew Harding: China’s Position in the Middle East Weakened

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As the conflict with Iran continues and the initial impact of Operation Epic Fury takes hold, what new developments are…

Thursday, March 5, 202603/05/2026

Thom Brueckner: Geopolitical Ramifications of Operation Epic Fury

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The initial success of Operation Epic Fury has vastly changed the direction of the entire Middle East for the better,…

Wednesday, March 4, 202603/04/2026

Ian Huyett: NH Schools Violating the Students First Act

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Cornerstone NH Attorney Ian Huyett joins us in the story to discuss the Students (First Act, RSA 189:75-78). Ian explains…

Wednesday, March 4, 202603/04/2026

Dan Doyle: What is ‘Drill, Baby, Drill’ Energy Policy

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Entrepreneur, author, and energy policy expert Dan Doyle joins The Morning Update to dicuess energy policy, promises of Venezuelan oil…

Wednesday, March 4, 202603/04/2026

Preston Brashers: Trump Takes a Second Stab at a Tariff Policy

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With the recent US Supreme Court decision turning back the Trump Administration’s use of a tariff policy, how has President…

Wednesday, March 4, 202603/04/2026

Defense Expert Meaghan Mobbs: Updates on the Progress of Operation Epic Fury

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Former paratrooper, combat veteran, national security, foreign policy, and defense expert Meaghan Mobbs, Director, Center for American Safety and Security…

Wednesday, March 4, 202603/04/2026

Sarah Scott: How Much Will an Income Tax Damage NH?

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Deputy State Director for AFP-NH Sarah Scott calls into the show to provide her observations of the recent ‘Pro NH…

Wednesday, March 4, 202603/04/2026

Task & Purpose: Message for Those Serving in Operation Epic Fury

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With Operation Epic Fury well underway, the team at the nation’s premier military and defense publication, Task & Purpose, has…

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