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.

Friday, January 30, 202601/30/2026

Karl Zahn: Biden Blaming Trump for Immigration Mess

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Former President Joe Biden publicly blamed President Trump for the current immigration mess (?). Political satirist and Substack commentator Karl…

Friday, January 30, 202601/30/2026

NH Senator Kevin Avard-NH Senator Sue Prentiss

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Two New Hampshire State Senators call into the show to discuss different topics. Joining us first to discuss the recent…

Friday, January 30, 202601/30/2026

Nicole Silverio: Gov Walz Children’s Book, Is DHS Noem’s Job Safe, and a Scott Jenning’s Slap Down

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Nicole Silverio, Daily Caller Media Expert and Writer, joins the show for her weekly appearance as she highlights the top…

Friday, January 30, 202601/30/2026

Rep. Katy Peternel: Supporting a Student Centric Education Journey

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New Hampshire is moving forward with ‘Open Enrollment,’ a policy that allows parents and students to potentially attend any NH…

Thursday, January 29, 202601/29/2026

Business NH Magazine: Immigration Policies Threaten NH’s Future

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How does immigration policy affect New Hampshire businesses? Does New Hampshire have enough workers to fulfill its workforce needs? What are…

Thursday, January 29, 202601/29/2026

Dr. Allen Mendenhall: Democrats Shutdown Peuxième Partie

“Déjà vu all over again” – Yogi Berra Dr. Allen Mendenhall, PhD, Research Fellow at the Thomas A. Roe Institute…

Thursday, January 29, 202601/29/2026

January 2026 Roundtable: Everything You Wanted to Know About Veteran’s, But Were Afraid to Ask

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Steven Soule, Michelle King, Dan Stower, George Munson “Let us remember the service of our veterans, and let us renew our…

Thursday, January 29, 202601/29/2026

Thom Brueckner: Successes in the Economy and Dealing with Geopolitical Issues

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The U.S. economy continues to strengthen, with low inflation, strong wage growth, and even stronger business capital investment. In the…

Wednesday, January 28, 202601/28/2026

Policy Expert Preston Brashers: What Can NH Learn from Virginia Tax Policy?

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During the 2025 campaign in New Jersey and Virginia, the Democratic candidates ran on affordability (and hating Trump). The candidates…

Wednesday, January 28, 202601/28/2026

Kiersten Pels: Trump Hits the Campaign Trail and the Chaos in Minneapolis

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President Trump made an appearance at a rally in Iowa. What was the theme, and how will President Trump help…

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