The WFEA Morning Update
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, May 24, 202305/24/2023
Sen. David Watters 05-24-23
Sen. David Watters says drivers of electric vehicles should pay a $100 annual fee since they don’t pay the gas taxes that fund state roads.
Wednesday, May 24, 202305/24/2023
Jim Dean 05-24-23
UNH President Jim Dean discusses UNH relationships with schools and tech businesses, and the Granite Guarantee program that offers free tuition for low-income students.
Tuesday, May 23, 202305/23/2023
Chief Allen Aldenberg 05-23-23
Manchester Police Chief Allen Aldenberg says gun crime in the city is down thanks to targeted policing efforts.
Tuesday, May 23, 202305/23/2023
Jane Elwell 05-23-23
Jane Elwell of Silver Scone Tea Parties tells of her zoning nightmare trying to run a small business in New Ipswich.
Monday, May 22, 202305/22/2023
Pat Griffin 05-22-23
Advertising and marketing guru Pat Griffin explains how beer brands can avoid disastrous marketing decisions.
Monday, May 22, 202305/22/2023
Jeff Jacoby 05-22-23
Boston Globe columnist Jeff Jacoby goes over the short, corrupt career of U.S. Attorney for Massachusetts Rachael Rollins.
Friday, May 19, 202305/19/2023
Tara Palmeri 05-19-23
Puck News writer Tara Palmeri discusses her story on Gov. Chris Sununu’s thinking about running for president.
Friday, May 19, 202305/19/2023
Steve Duprey 05-19-23
Concord developer Steve Duprey chats about his recognition as Business Leader of the Year, and the challenges of building new housing in New Hampshire.
Friday, May 19, 202305/19/2023
Annmarie Timmins 05-19-23
New Hampshire Bulletin reporter Annmarie Timmins discusses Medicaid expansion, marijuana legalization and Taylor Swift.
Friday, May 19, 202305/19/2023
James Pindell 05-19-23
Boston Globe reporter James Pindell discusses the leadership differences between New Hampshire’s U.S. senators and their counterparts in Massachusetts.





