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, April 24, 202404/24/2024

Executive Councilor Ted Gatsas 04-24-24

Executive Councilor Ted Gatsas discusses lessons from the state’s effort to sell the Laconia State School property, and advice for candidates running for his seat.

Wednesday, April 24, 202404/24/2024

George Hansel 04-24-24

Former Keene Mayor George Hansel explains why he choose not to run for Congress and why he’s endorsing Vikram Mansharamani.

Wednesday, April 24, 202404/24/2024

Thom Brueckner 04-24-24

Thom Brueckner, CEO of Senior Financial Resources Inc. in Nashua, says gold could surge again and interest rates might not come down this year after all.

Wednesday, April 24, 202404/24/2024

Victoria Sullivan 04-24-24

Victoria Sullivan says she’s running for state Senate to improve mental health and homeless services and give parents more rights in education.

Tuesday, April 23, 202404/23/2024

Constantine Maroulis 04-23-24

Singer Constantine Maroulis recounts the drama of being on stage at the Flying Monkey on Saturday night when a fire broke out next door and he had to stop the show and evacuate hundreds of fans.

Tuesday, April 23, 202404/23/2024

Jason Osborne 04-23-24

House Majority Leader Jason Osborne says that if Massachusetts put up toll booths at the state line, New Hampshire should stay open for Massachusetts business because it benefits our economy.

Monday, April 22, 202404/22/2024

Jeff Jacoby 04-22-24

Boston Globe columnist Jeff Jacoby says it’s a dangerous time to be a Jewish student at an elite American college, and the PBS documentary on Bill Buckley is mostly fine but has some very bad takes.

Monday, April 22, 202404/22/2024

Lisa Linowes 04-22-24

Lisa Linowes of Wind Action breaks down the many problems with state efforts to go to “net zero” emissions.

Monday, April 22, 202404/22/2024

Chris Thompson 04-22-24

Union Leader business columnist Chris Thompson gives advice for how to approach both work and life.

Monday, April 22, 202404/22/2024

Chris Stawasz 04-22-24

Chris Stawasz of American Medical Response says ambulance providers need some relief from patients who don’t pay their bills.

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