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.

Friday, August 23, 202408/23/2024

Hollie Noveletsky 08-23-24

Hollie Noveletsky, candidate for New Hampshire’s First Congressional District, discusses how her small business experience will affect how she’d represent the state if elected to Congress. Hollie also provides an observation from the recent job report revision and Vice-President Harris’ economic policy announcement.

Friday, August 23, 202408/23/2024

Karl Zahn 08-23-24

Karl Zahn and Jeff discuss the Democratic National Convention. Karl also discusses the possibility of the RFK campaign endorsing the Trump-Vance ticket. 

Friday, August 23, 202408/23/2024

Kris Neilsen 08-23-24

Kris Neilsen of visitNH.gov, shares some fun events happening in the Granite State in the coming week and some activity tips that folks can enjoy throughout Labor Day week.

Friday, August 23, 202408/23/2024

Emily Brooks 08-23-24

Emily Brooks from The Hill discusses her recent column on how the Democratic cash haul has pressured House Republicans to raise more funds.

Thursday, August 22, 202408/22/2024

Andy Sylvia 08-22-24

Andy Sylvia from Manchester Ink Link discusses two recent meetings held by groups from both sides of the political. AFP had a training session that offered online campaign tips, while the Manchester Democrats met to write postcards to warn people about the Heritage Foundation’s Project 2025.

Thursday, August 22, 202408/22/2024

Nathan Shrader 08-22-24

New England College Professor Nathan Shrader talks about the potential of an RFK endorsement for the Trump-Vance ticket. Professor Shrader also offers some observations on this week’s Democratic National Convention.

Thursday, August 22, 202408/22/2024

LuAnne King 08-22-24

LuAnne King, Supervisor for Property and Casualty Compliance for the New Hampshire Insurance Department, answers questions and provides tips regarding emergency preparedness.

Thursday, August 22, 202408/22/2024

Nicole Salverio 08-22-24

Daily Caller News Foundation Media Expert Nicole Salverio, introduces us to the phrase,’ You can’t ‘Dip BS in Gold,’ and shares an inflammatory statement from a sitting Democratic governor against JD Vance, and gives examples of Vice-President Harris flip-flopping.

Thursday, August 22, 202408/22/2024

Beth Parlato 08-22-24

Legal Expert & former Judge Beth Parlato discuss the recent decisions at the Supreme Court regarding Title IX and the attempt to redefine sex-based protections to include gender identity.

Thursday, August 22, 202408/22/2024

Tara Ross 08-22-24

Constitutional and electoral college expert Tara Ross stops by to discuss how electors are selected for the Electoral College and their responsibilities as defined by the national and state Constitutions. Tara also provides an expert opinion as to what the Vice-President can and cannot do on Jan. 6th when certifying the electors. 

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