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, July 30, 202607/30/2026

WFEA: China Sending Shoulder Fired Missiles To Iran

In Jeff's Blog

Reuters reports that China will send 300-400 shoulder-fired air defense missiles to Iran. If delivered, the missiles will be used…

Wednesday, July 29, 202607/29/2026

Energy Expert Gabriella Hoffman: Rolling Back Unaffordable Green Energy Policies

In On-Demand

“Even if well-intended, climate policies inevitably drive up utility costs.” – Gabriella Hoffman, Director, Center for Energy and Conservation Frequent policy…

Wednesday, July 29, 202607/29/2026

Madeline Alfonso: The Concerning Data Related To The Marriage Index

In On-Demand

How healthy is the institution of marriage in America, and why is that question important? Digital expert Madeline Alfonso, Advancing…

Wednesday, July 29, 202607/29/2026

Task and Purpose: Actual Conflict Injuries In The Iranian Conflict Zone

In On-Demand

How does the Pentagon record those service members injured in combat? Recently, the Pentagon changed the classification of military members…

Wednesday, July 29, 202607/29/2026

Drew Cline: Government Run Grocery Stores and School Cell Phone Bans

In On-Demand

Can the government effectively run grocery stores? SHOULD the government run a grocery store? Drew Cline, Josiah Bartlett Center for…

Tuesday, July 28, 202607/28/2026

Jeff Chidester’s Morning Opening: Is The USA Failing In Iran?

In On-Demand

July 28, 2026 – Tuesday There are a lot of issues related to the Iranian-USA conflict, and there are certainly…

Tuesday, July 28, 202607/28/2026

Jeff Chidester’s Morning Opening: NH Petition To Stop Cooperation With ICE

In On-Demand

The Morning Update Host Jeff Chidester shares his thoughts on a petition circulating in New Hampshire demanding that local law…

Tuesday, July 28, 202607/28/2026

Communication Expert Kristen Cianci: 2026 Midterm Roundup, Maine Democrats Pick ‘For The People’

In On-Demand

The Maine Democratic Party held its delegate convention to officially select a replacement for the state primary winner, Graham Platner,…

Tuesday, July 28, 202607/28/2026

NH Senator Dan Innis: 100-Days To The Midterm Elections

In On-Demand

New Hampshire State Senate Dan Innis joins from the National Conference of State Legislatures conference in Chicago, IL. Sen Innis,…

Tuesday, July 28, 202607/28/2026

Dr. John Lappie: Filibuster. FITN, and Maine Democrats

In On-Demand

What is the historical reason that NH became the first in the nation presidential primary state? How were presidential candidates…

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