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, September 28, 202609/28/2026

Five Headlines, One War, and 37 Days to Impact: Jeff Chidester Breaks Down the Morning Chaos

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WFEA host Jeff Chidester kicks off the week with his signature Monday Morning News Briefing, setting the stage for the…

Friday, September 25, 202609/25/2026

Cold Brew, Hot Takes, and Roadkill Flambé: WFEA’s Jeff Chidester Morning Focus

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Jeff dives headfirst into the burning issue tearing the American workforce apart: Can you bring an iced coffee to a…

Friday, September 25, 202609/25/2026

Affordability, Term Limits, and Washington Accountability with John E. Sununu

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WFEA host Jeff Chidester is joined by former Senator and current U.S. Senate candidate John E. Sununu to discuss key…

Friday, September 25, 202609/25/2026

Granite State Funny: Juston McKinney on Columbus Day Stand-Up and His New Special

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Juston McKinney drops into the studio to break down the sheer madness of daily family life in New Hampshire. Known…

Friday, September 25, 202609/25/2026

From Patient Rights to Rural Care: Rep. Matt Drew Breaks Down Local Healthcare Policy

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Host Jeff Chidester sits down with New Hampshire State Representative Matt Drew (R-Hillsborough 19) to kick off a critical conversation…

Thursday, September 24, 202609/24/2026

Navigating the AI Frontier: Matt and Christine Join WFEA to Discuss Business NH Magazine’s Latest Cover Stories

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Matt Mowry and Christine Carignan from Business NH Magazine join WFEA’s The Morning Update for their regular weekly segment to…

Thursday, September 24, 202609/24/2026

Capitol Hill Reporter Nicole Silverio Breaks Down Senate Drama, Collins Allegations, and Shifting Iran Stances

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WFEA contributor and Daily Caller News Foundation Capitol Hill Reporter Nicole Silverio joins the show to break down three major…

Thursday, September 24, 202609/24/2026

Is New Hampshire Leading the Way in Education Choice? Education Expert Jonathan Butcher Weighs In

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During this segment, Jonathan walks listeners through the primary pillars evaluated in the annual report ‘Education Freedom Report Card – State…

Thursday, September 24, 202609/24/2026

Unpacking the Fed, AI Innovation, and Midterm Economic Realities with Thom Brueckner

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Financial educator, market historian, and host of Retirement Intelligence, Thom Brueckner, joins The Morning Update with Jeff Chidester for his…

Thursday, September 24, 202609/24/2026

From Veterans’ Care to Vocational Trades: Anthony DiLorenzo’s Common-Sense Agenda

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WFEA host Jeff Chidester is joined on The Morning Update by New Hampshire 1st Congressional District candidate Anthony DiLorenzo to…

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