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, June 15, 202606/15/2026

The Hilll’s Emily Brooks: FISA 702 Expires and Immigration Policy

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The Hill’s Emily Brooks joins WFEA Host Jeff Chidester to explain the House vote that failed to pass the reauthorization…

Monday, June 15, 202606/15/2026

Jeff Chidester’s Morning Opening: Iranian Deal?, Hassan on Platner, and American Pride

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June 15, 2026 Does the USA have an MOU (Memorandum of Understanding) with Iran? Jeff provides the latest details and…

Monday, June 15, 202606/15/2026

Local Policy Expert Rich Girard: Manchester Budget Numbers

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With the vote to override the Manchester Taxcap on the books, what are the realities of the impact of the…

Monday, June 15, 202606/15/2026

Policy Expert George Hansel: NH Filing Period, Tax Caps, Candidate Character

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June 12th was the last day for potential New Hampshire candidates to file for the New Hampshire Fall Primary. Host…

Monday, June 15, 202606/15/2026

Dr. John Lappie: Iran Peace, Voter Integrity, Magna Carta

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Do we have a peace deal with Iran? Reports indicate that America has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding with…

Thursday, June 11, 202606/11/2026

Jeff Chidester’s Morning Opening: Iran Lies, An Attendance Problem, Democratic Weakness

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Jun 11, 2026 President Trump believes he is closer to some sort of peace treaty with Iran, but can Iran…

Thursday, June 11, 202606/11/2026

Business NH Magazine: Scott Merill

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What are the economic and governmental policies that are affecting commercial real estate in New Hampshire? Reporter Scott Merrill shares…

Thursday, June 11, 202606/11/2026

Nicole Silverio: Immigration Enforcement, Bill Gates – Epstein, Nancy Grace

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Capital Hill Reporter Nicole Silverio, Daily Caller News Foundation, joins us to discuss attempts to pass a $70 million immigration…

Thursday, June 11, 202606/11/2026

Thom Brueckner: Space X Stock Launch and Iran Influence

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Financial expert, educator, and radio host Thom Brueckner joins the WFEA The Morning Update show to discuss current market-based reports,…

Thursday, June 11, 202606/11/2026

Bronwyn Sims: Protecting Girl/Women’s Safe Spaces

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There are two pieces of legislation passed by the New Hampshire House and Senate that would permit private and public…

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