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, August 25, 202308/25/2023

Alicia Preston Xanthopolous 08-25-23

Alicia Preston Xanthopolous says the Republican Party should take steps to save itself before the 2024 election.

Thursday, August 24, 202308/24/2023

Dan Grace 08-24-23

Dan Grace of Capital Well talks about running a successful business and what you need to know about chemicals in your water.

Thursday, August 24, 202308/24/2023

Dave Carney 08-24-23

Republican political strategist Dave Carney says Donald Trump won the first Republican primary debate even though he wasn’t there.

Thursday, August 24, 202308/24/2023

Wayne Lesperance 08-24-23

New England College President and Political Science Professor Wayne Lesperance says no one rose to a clear second place in the first Republican primary debate of the 2024 race.

Thursday, August 24, 202308/24/2023

Drew Cline, Dante Scala & Michael Graham 08-24-23

Drew Cline, UNH Political Science Professor Dante Scala and Michael Graham of New Hampshire Journal analyze the August 23 Republican presidential debate.

Wednesday, August 23, 202308/23/2023

John Lappie 08-22-23

Plymouth State Political Science Professor John Lappie talks with Drew about upcoming GOP Debate.

Wednesday, August 23, 202308/23/2023

Will Stewart 08-23-23

Manchester alderman and mayoral candidate Will Stewart previews the Aug. 23 mayoral candidate forum.

Wednesday, August 23, 202308/23/2023

June Trisciani 08-23-23

Manchester alderman and mayoral candidate June Trisciani previews the Aug. 23 mayoral candidate forum.

Wednesday, August 23, 202308/23/2023

Jay Ruais 08-23-23

Manchester mayoral candidate Jay Ruais discusses his plan to address homelessness ahead of the Aug. 23 mayoral candidate forum.

Wednesday, August 23, 202308/23/2023

Mark Beauchesne 08-23-23

Mark Beauchesne of New Hampshire Fish & Game says drownings in New Hampshire this summer underscore the importance of wearing a life vest even if you don’t think you’ll need one.

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