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 8, 202606/08/2026

Small Business Spotlight: Turf Depot

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Celebrating its 90th Anniversary, Turf Depot continues to grow and offer stellar services to its lifelong clients and new clients seeking great products…

Saturday, June 6, 202606/06/2026

Dr. John Lappie: SCOTUS And The Power of the Executive Branch

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Plymouth State University Professor Dr. John Lappie discusses what SCOTUS said about the power of the Executive Branch. Host Jeff…

Friday, June 5, 202606/05/2026

Political Satirist Karl Zahn: Voting for the People Who Got Into A Mess

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Substack commentator and political satirist Karl Zahn joins WFEA to talk about the state of voters in America today. Karl…

Friday, June 5, 202606/05/2026

visitNH.gov: The Best Donuts in the Granite State

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Kris Nielsen from visitNH.gov offers a visit to some of the best donut shops throughout New Hampshire. Not only does…

Friday, June 5, 202606/05/2026

Rep. Ross Berry: Session Summary and NH House Leadership

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New Hampshire State Representative Ross Berry joins us to discuss a final summary of the legislative session. Tax cap, housing,…

Friday, June 5, 202606/05/2026

Policy Pundit Walter McFarlane: The State of American Media – Voters and Candidate Character

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Policy pundit, blogger, and regular guest Walter McFarlane joins WFEA in the studio. WFEA host Jeff Chidester and Walter discuss…

Friday, June 5, 202606/05/2026

Jeff Chidester’s Morning Opening: Trump and the Ceasefire, Ayotte Reelection, Bernie on AI

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June 5, 2026 Always be part of the conversation at 603.669.1370 Opening the WFEA Morning Update Show on RED Friday…

Thursday, June 4, 202606/04/2026

Economic Expert Zachary Cady: SNAP Benefits, ‘The Beige Book,’ Energy

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Economic expert Zachary Cody, Advance American Freedom (AAF), pops onto the show to discuss a recent article on SNAP benefit…

Thursday, June 4, 202606/04/2026

Capital Hill Reporter Nicole Silverio: War Powers Vote, Platner Endorsements, ICE

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Capitol Hill Reporter Nicole Silverio, Daily Caller News Foundation, shares three of her most recent articles on Capitol Hill activity:…

Thursday, June 4, 202606/04/2026

Education Expert Jonathan Butcher: Higher education Has Lost Its Way

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Educational expert  Jonathan Butcher joins The Morning Update to discuss a new book he contributed to ‘Higher Education in America…

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