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 18, 202401/18/2024

Marianne Williamson 01-18-24

Democratic Presidential hopeful Marianne Williamson talks about she plans to stand out to voters. 

Thursday, January 18, 202401/18/2024

Gov.Chris Sununu 01-17-24

Gov.Chris Sununu offers his insight on how important of role convenience stores play in the New Hampshire Advantage, and says Nikki Haley is the best option for voters looking for a change. 

Thursday, January 18, 202401/18/2024

Thom Brueckner 01-17-24

Thom Brueckner of Senior Financial Resources Inc. offers some economic clarity and says he along with many of clients feel the upcoming election is about our rights as citizens in a free society to exercise constitutional freedoms, have our votes counted legally and to have our voices heard.

Thursday, January 18, 202401/18/2024

Peter Brennan & Joe Sobol 01-17-24

Peter Brennan, Executive Director for the New England Convenience Store and Energy Marketers Association (NECSEMA) and owner Joe Sobol talk about the important role locally owned stores like the Candia First Stoppe Country Store play in keeping the New Hampshire Advantage alive. 

Thursday, January 18, 202401/18/2024

Kellyanne Conway 01-17-24

Kellyanne Conway, former Senior Counselor to President Donald Trump talks about how the former President has been expanding his reach beyond the Republican party and winning over more voters.

Thursday, January 18, 202401/18/2024

Mike Warren 01-17-24

Mike Warren of the Dispatch says New Hampshire Republican voting for Nikki Haley are tired of the chaos connected to Donald Trump.

Thursday, January 18, 202401/18/2024

Congressman Dean Philips 01-17-24

Minnesota Congressman Dean Phillips talks about why he feels President Joe Biden isn’t a good fit for the American people. 

Thursday, January 18, 202401/18/2024

Scott Brown 01-17-24

Former Ambassador and Senator Scott Brown talks about why he feels former President Donald Trump has a leg up on his opponents and why he feels Florida Governor Ron DeSantis continues to struggle. 

Thursday, January 18, 202401/18/2024

Jonathan Allen 01-17-24

NBC News Political reporter Jonathan Allen talks about his recent article which claims Florida Governor Ron DeSantis is in survival mode in New Hampshire.   

Tuesday, January 16, 202401/16/2024

Drew Cline and Matt Gagnon 01-16-24

Drew and Matt Gagnon of WGAN in Portland, Maine, discuss the Iowa caucus results.

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