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.

Tuesday, August 6, 202408/06/2024

Nathan Shrader 08-06-24

Professor Nathan Shrader from New England College discusses the potential running mate for the Democratic ticket. Shrader also talked about the best approach to civics education in our schools.

Tuesday, August 6, 202408/06/2024

Damien Fisher 08-06-24

Damien Fisher of indepthNH.org and NH Journal discusses two stories with a common theme: a lack of transparency. Fisher talks about the suspension of an New Hampshire Supreme Court judge and a sexual harassment case that was overturned on appeal. 

Tuesday, August 6, 202408/06/2024

Patty Nieberg 08-06-24

Task & Purpose’s Patty Nieberg talks a recent military study related to the increased risk of suicide. Maine US Senator Angus King requested the survey to understand better the physical and mental strains of those who served in the military.

Tuesday, August 6, 202408/06/2024

Chris Thompson 08-06-24

Chris Thompson, former Union Leader business columnist, discusses a recent article on DEI and how this column led to the ending of his relationship with the Union Leader.

Monday, August 5, 202408/05/2024

Jeff Chidester & Tom Novak 08-05-24

Jeff and Tom talk about whether or not Civics should a mandatory subject taught in the classroom. 

Monday, August 5, 202408/05/2024

Mayor Jay Ruias 08-05-24

Manchester Mayor Jay Ruias discusses a recent report that indicates recent ordinance changes have reduced homelessness in and near city parks.

Monday, August 5, 202408/05/2024

Emily Brooks 08-05-24

Emily Brooks from The Hill talks about the response from Congress regarding the recent prisoner exchange with Russia. And also shares that Trump’s “bashing” of Project 2025 is “irking” conservatives.

Monday, August 5, 202408/05/2024

Jeff Chidester 08-05-24

Jeff talks about the concerns some have expressed about Wall Street’s activity following Friday’s jobs Report and some of the responses to Former President Donald Trump’s comments about the way he addressed Vice President-Kamala Harris’ ethnicity.

Monday, August 5, 202408/05/2024

Professor John Lappie 08-05-24

Plymouth State University Political Science Professor John Lappie discusses the role of the Vice President when in office and what characteristics the presidential candidate looks for in their running mate.

Friday, August 2, 202408/02/2024

Jeff Chidester 08-02-24

Jeff talks about the recent events at the Paris Olympics involving Italian boxer Angela Carini. 

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