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.

Wednesday, October 8, 202510/08/2025

Drew Cline: A NH Democratic Socialist and Housing

In On-Demand

What can a Democratic Socialist from New Hampshire teach us about housing in New Hampshire? How will New Hampshire legislators…

Jeff Chidester Up Against the Wall

Wednesday, October 8, 202510/08/2025

Jeff Chidester and CNN’s Harry Enten: What are the Democrats Thinking?

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Can you believe that CNN analyst Harry Enten still has a job at CNN? Harry Enten shares that facts that…

Tuesday, October 7, 202510/07/2025

Dr. John Lappie: New Supreme Court Session

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Plymouth State University Professor Dr. John Lappie joins us to talk about he new Supreme Court term (The First Monday…

Tuesday, October 7, 202510/07/2025

Dr. Nate Shrader: National Guard in USA Cities

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NEC Professor Dr. Nathan Shrader and Host Jeff Chidester discuss the potential that President Trump may deploy National Guard units…

Tuesday, October 7, 202510/07/2025

Damien Fisher: AG Report: Nashua’s Nongfu Spring Deal

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Investigative Report Damien Fisher joins the show to discuss the recent release of the AG report on the Nashua’s Nongfu…

Tuesday, October 7, 202510/07/2025

Jeff Chidester and Pam Bondi: Feisty Senate Appearance

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Was US Attorney General Pam Bondi out of line in her recent appearance in front of the US Senate? AG…

Tuesday, October 7, 202510/07/2025

Sen. Dan Innis: Shutdownpoloza, NH Fall Legislation Docket

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With close to a 1000 bills offered in Concord, what might the legislation focus on for the remainder of the…

Tuesday, October 7, 202510/07/2025

Granite Recovery Centers: Nursing Care Team

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How does Granite Recovery Center (GRC) ensure that the needs of all its patients are met? Eric Ekberg and Director…

Monday, October 6, 202510/06/2025

Mayor Jay Ruais: Loitering Law, School Funding, and Veterans’ Homelessness

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Mayor Jay Ruais joins us to get his reaction on a recent ACLU filing regarding the recently enacted loitering law.…

Monday, October 6, 202510/06/2025

Candidate Scott Brown: The Shutdown, Military, and Isreal

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Candidate Scott Brown calls into the show to discuss the inability of Washington to pass a simple, clean CR. We…

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