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, October 31, 202410/31/2024

Gov.Chris Sununu 10-31-24

 New Hampshire Governor Chris Sununu provides insight into the recent gubernatorial debate between Kelley Ayotte and Joyce Craig and shares his thoughts on a luncheon to honor his mother’s legacy, First Landy Nancy Sununu. The Governor also discusses a recent report that indicates that NH is number one in several economic, lifestyle, and safety metrics. 

Thursday, October 31, 202410/31/2024

Ken Timmerman 10-31-24

Investigative journalist, Middle East Expert, and Nobel Prize nominee Ken Timmerman discusses his latest book, The Iran House. In it, he provides unique insight into the last 40 years of the US-Iran relationship. Ken also talks about appeasement and scandals that have been a part of the Biden Administration.

Thursday, October 31, 202410/31/2024

 Andrea Mew 10-31-24

 Andrea Mew Independent Women’s Forum joins WFEA’s The Morning Update to discuss IWF’s latest investigative series ‘ Cruel and Unusual Punishment.’ The series shares stories from prison inmates and employees about the dangers of male prisoners housed with female inmates.

Thursday, October 31, 202410/31/2024

Christine Caringnan and Matt Mowry 10-31-24

Christine Caringnan and Matt Mowry from Business NH Magazine discuss a recent special report on the state of manufacturing in New Hampshire. They also address the manufacturing hubs throughout the state, the approach to automation and sustainability, and companies and industries that have helped to lead with manufacturing innovation.

Thursday, October 31, 202410/31/2024

Nicole Silverio 10-31-24

Media Expert Nicole Silverio from Daily Caller News Foundation brings this week’s three controversial clips (it’s hard to believe there are only three). We hear the White House Press Secretary defend Biden’s Trump supporter’s “are garbage ” statement, Morning Joe’s Mika Brzezinski gets emotional on ‘The View,’ and Rep. Donalds challenges the media narrative on the Trump Madison Square Garden rally. 

Thursday, October 31, 202410/31/2024

State Rep. Michael Vose 10-31-24

New Hampshire State Representative Michael Vose joins WFEA The Morning Update to discuss NH’s energy policy with host Jeff Chidester. Rep. Vose discusses related conversations that the NH House will focus on in the 2025-2026 legislative cycle. 

Thursday, October 31, 202410/31/2024

Andy Slyvia 10-31-24

Andy Slyvia from Manchester Ink Links discusses the recent Manchester Nashua city meetings related to school funding.

Wednesday, October 30, 202410/30/2024

Dr. Kristen Markwith 10-30-24

Dr. Kristen Markwith from Trend Acupuncture reflects on Trend’s care approach for patients battling breast cancer (as well as other forms of cancer). Dr. Markwith also explains the benefits that acupuncture can provide for those going through chemotherapy, as well as the stress and anxiety related to the illness and treatment.

Wednesday, October 30, 202410/30/2024

Thom Brueckner 10-30-24

Thom Brueckner of Senior Financial Resources Inc. of Nashua and host of Retirement Intelligence heard every Friday morning on WFEA offers an excellent review of possible policy and economic directions based on who is elected president.

Wednesday, October 30, 202410/30/2024

State Sen. Dan Innis 10-30-24

New Hampshire State Senator Dan Innis talks about the significant shift in the political polls and the aggressive tone within specific campaigns leading up to the general election.

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