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, October 30, 202310/30/2023

Jay Garee 10-30-23

Daniel Webster Council CEO Jay Garee urges people to donate food to this week’s Scouting for Food campaign and discusses the leadership skills scouting builds.

Monday, October 30, 202310/30/2023

Rich Mello 10-30-23

Security consultant and former police chief Rich Mello gives insights on the hunt for the Lewiston shooter.

Monday, October 30, 202310/30/2023

Jeff Jacoby 10-30-23

Boston Globe columnist Jeff Jacoby explains why people are tearing down Hamas hostage posters and harassing Jews around the world.

Monday, October 30, 202310/30/2023

Colin Van Ostern 10-30-23

Former gubernatorial candidate Colin Van Ostern explains why he and two other past Democratic nominees are endorsing Joyce Craig for governor.

Monday, October 30, 202310/30/2023

State Sen. Donna Soucy 10-30-23

State Sen. Donna Soucy of Manchester talks about the effort to write in Joe Biden’s name on the presidential primary ballot after Minnesota congressman Dean Phillips got his name on the ballot last week. She also discusses the Senate’s resolution supporting Israel and the Democratic candidates for governor.

Friday, October 27, 202310/27/2023

Andy Smith 10-27-23

Andy Smith of the UNH Survey Center details Granite Staters’ thoughts on Israel, and says Democratic presidential hopeful Dean Phillips should target left-wing and libertarian voters.

Friday, October 27, 202310/27/2023

Peter Brennan 10-27-23

Peter Brennan, executive director of the New England Convenience Store and Energy Marketers Association, presses new presidential candidate Dean Phillips to oppose a nationwide menthol cigarette ban.

Friday, October 27, 202310/27/2023

Jacob Borodovsky 10-27-23

Dartmouth researcher Jacob Borodovsky says New Hampshire should strike a careful balance between freedom and safety if it legalizes marijuana.

Friday, October 27, 202310/27/2023

David Drucker 10-27-23

David Drucker, senior writer for The Dispatch, discusses the U.S. House leadership battles and South Carolina’s presidential primary status.

Friday, October 27, 202310/27/2023

Phil Kerpen 10-27-23

Phil Kerpen of Commitment to Seniors says AARP’s positions on policy aren’t always in the best interests of senior citizens.

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