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, December 18, 202512/18/2025

Nicole Silverio: Conspiracy Theories and Candace Owens versus Piers Morgan

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Media Expert Nicole Silverio delivers the top two audio/video clips. Clip one is from VP Vance, who discusses the alleged…

Thursday, December 18, 202512/18/2025

Business NH Magazine: Hard Times for Some Nonprofits

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New Hampshire nonprofits are facing uncertain funding times. Shrinking federal and state funds and dwindling private-sector donations have NH non-profits…

Wednesday, December 17, 202512/17/2025

Jessica Vaughn: Immigration Pain Points Straining Our Systems

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Jessica Vaughn, Director of Policy Studies – Center for Immigration Studies, calls into The Morning Update Show to discuss the…

Wednesday, December 17, 202512/17/2025

Health Care Expert Joel White: Healthcare Coverage Debate

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Leading national Health Care Coverage expert Joel White, the President of the Council for Affordable Health Coverage (CAHC), discusses his…

Wednesday, December 17, 202512/17/2025

Policy Expert Carrie Sheffield: Health Care Pricing Transparency and Protecting Personal Finance Data

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Senior Policy Expert Carrie Sheffield, Independent Women’s Forum, pops on to The Morning Update to discuss the bipartisan ‘Patients Deserve…

Wednesday, December 17, 202512/17/2025

Task and Purpose: Two High Profile Sexual Assault Cases Affects Morale

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Journalist Patty Nieberg from Task & Purpose calls into The Morning Update Show to discuss two separate cases of inappropriate…

Wednesday, December 17, 202512/17/2025

Drew Cline: Would You Rather Invest in NH or MA?

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In the middle of New England sit two states, New Hampshire and Massachusetts. One state’s best economic days seem behind…

Wednesday, December 17, 202512/17/2025

Michael Graham: Granite State Progressives and Intifada

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Wednesday, December 17, 202512/17/2025

Dr. Nate Shrader: Younger Voters Send Mixed Messages

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Surveys and polls are helpful for gauging voter sentiment or focusing on a policy.  Over the past few weeks, several…

Wednesday, December 17, 202512/17/2025

Granite Recovery Center: Enjoy Life Again

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Many individuals and families are dealing with substance abuse, which is especially intense during the holiday season. Connection helps people…

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