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, July 1, 202407/01/2024

Professor John Lappie 07-01-24

Plymouth State University Political Science Professor John Lappie offers insight into the long-term effects of the debate on the Biden and Trump campaigns. 

Friday, June 28, 202406/28/2024

Hollie Noveletsky 06-28-24

1st Congressional Candidate Hollie Noveletsky joins Jeff in studio to talk about her time as a US Army Reserve Nurse and her experience as a small business owner supporting the trades and creating apprenticeship programs.

Friday, June 28, 202406/28/2024

Laura Barker 06-28-24

Laura Barker talks about Hero Pups and their mission to provide support canines to veterans in need at no cost. 

Friday, June 28, 202406/28/2024

Karl Zahn 06-28-24

Karl Zahn shares his thoughts on the debate and the fact that he proclaimed to his You Tube audience that he would eat an ant on the air if the debate ACTUALLY happened…And how he’s now collecting ant recipes.

Friday, June 28, 202406/28/2024

Patty Nieberg 06-28-24

Patty Nieberg, reporter for Task & Purpose, talks about her recent article asking, ‘Should Women Be Drafted?’

Friday, June 28, 202406/28/2024

Lt Wayne Saunders 06-28-24

Lt Wayne Saunders joins Jeff to talk about the Great Woods Softball Game. Saunders also explains why NH maple syrup is far superior to Maine maple syrup… It’s Science!

Friday, June 28, 202406/28/2024

Secretary of State Dave Scanlan 06-28-24

Secretary of State Dave Scanlan explains the role of the new Civics and Voter Education Director Lily Woo. Scanlan also talks about the purpose of House Bill 1569 and the recent gathering of the Democracy Defense Project.

Thursday, June 27, 202406/27/2024

Dr. Jeff Czarnec 06-27-24

Dr. Jeff Czarnec, Associate Dean of Criminal Justice at Southern New Hampshire University, discusses modern law enforcement educational curriculum approaches.

Thursday, June 27, 202406/27/2024

Asst. Attorney General Brandon Chase 06-27-24

Asst. Attorney General Brandon Chase provides insight and an update on the State’s recent investigation and lawsuit against TikTok.

Thursday, June 27, 202406/27/2024

Sen. Kelly Ayotte 06-27-24

Gubernatorial Candidate Kelly Ayotte discusses the New Hampshire advantage, small businesses, positive COVID recovery statistics, and Air Force Academy trivia.

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