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, January 8, 202601/08/2026

Policy Expert/Author Mike Gonzalez: The Truth About Venezuela

In On-Demand

With the recent capture of Nicolás Maduro, there has been a new interest in how Venezuela descended into a totalitarian…

Thursday, January 8, 202601/08/2026

KC Crosby: Affordability is a Good Debate for the GOP in 2026

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As voters start to settle into 2026, the conversation and policy debates surrounding the 2026 Midterm Elections, both major political…

Thursday, January 8, 202601/08/2026

Reporter Andy Sylvia: Manchester City Government Inauguration

In On-Demand

Manchester Ink Link Reporter Andy Sylvia joins us to discuss the recent inauguration of the incoming City of Manchester government.…

Wednesday, January 7, 202601/07/2026

Energy Expert Gabriella Hoffman: Venezuelan Oil and a Changing Western Hemisphere Energy Policy

In On-Demand

With the capture of Venezuelan Nicolas Maduro, numerous policy matters are being developed. One factor is that Venezuela sits on…

Wednesday, January 7, 202601/07/2026

GRANITEgrok!: NPR and Sexually Explicit Material in Public Schools

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Steve MacDonald, GRANITEgrok!, joins Jeff to discuss their story on NPR’s “interesting” approach to reporting on sexually explicit material and…

Wednesday, January 7, 202601/07/2026

Nick Shirley, The Corporate Media, and Growing Welfare Fraud Case

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The Morning Update Show host, Jeff Chidester, explores the ongoing and expanding welfare cases in Minnesota, Maine, and Massachusetts. From…

Wednesday, January 7, 202601/07/2026

Jeff’s Wednesday Morning Monologue(010725): Greenland and Sen. Shaheen on Venezuela

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The term ‘Greenland’ was a top Google search for New Hampshire. Why? President Trump has publicly stated again his desire…

Wednesday, January 7, 202601/07/2026

Drew Cline: Abundance and Accountability

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Drew Cline, Josiah Bartlett Center for Public Policy, joins host Jeff Chidester to talk about the lack of attention being…

Wednesday, January 7, 202601/07/2026

NH SOS Dave Scanlan: New Hampshire 250th Anniversary

In On-Demand

January 5, 2026 marked the 250th Anniversary of New Hampshire’s journey as an independent colony, officially breaking free from British…

Wednesday, January 7, 202601/07/2026

Task & Purpose: Women in Combat Roles

In On-Demand

If you are a veteran or know a veteran in crisis, please: Call or Text the Veterans Crisis Line: Dial 988 and then Press…

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