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, July 24, 202307/24/2023

Mike Somers 07-24-23

Mike Somers of the New Hampshire Lodging and Restaurant Association says restaurants turn to foreign workers when it’s tough to hire locals, even though foreign workers are more expensive to employ.

Friday, July 21, 202307/21/2023

Gov. Chris Sununu 07-21-23

Gov. Chris Sununu calls in from the Southern border to talk about the security situation there and shares his thoughts on the 2024 governor’s race now that he won’t be in it.

Thursday, July 20, 202307/20/2023

Gov.Doug Burgum 07-20-23

North Dakota Governor and Republican Presidential hopeful Doug Burgum talks about the latest UNH poll and crossing the 40,000-donor mark. 

Thursday, July 20, 202307/20/2023

Dr. Jason Aziz 07-20-23

As Health Insurance and Health Care pricing continues to be a hot topic across the country, Director of Health Economics for New Hampshire’s Insurance Department Dr.Jason Aziz offers some insight for Granite staters.

Thursday, July 20, 202307/20/2023

Wayne Lesperance 07-20-23

President of New England College and Political Science Professor Wayne Lesperance talks about how the political landscape in New Hampshire will change following word that Gov. Chris Sununu won’t seek reelection. 

Thursday, July 20, 202307/20/2023

Chuck Morse 07-20-23

Following news that Gov. Chris Sununu won’t be seeking a fifth term; former Senate President Chuck Morse talks about his campaign for Governor and the positive impact Sununu has had on the state. 

Thursday, July 20, 202307/20/2023

Christopher Clauss 07-20-23

Marlborough Science teacher Christopher Clauss talks about his two-week journey aboard the E/V Nautilus as the crew works to fill in gaps in seabed mapping.

Thursday, July 20, 202307/20/2023

Andy Smith 07-20-23

Andy Smith of the UNH Survey Center breaks down the latest poll that has President Joe Biden leading among Democratic voters and why it’s not actually helping his campaign.

Wednesday, July 19, 202307/19/2023

Barry Glennon 07-19-23

Barry Glennon Director of New Hampshire’s Bureau of Securities Regulation talks about the latest scam known as “Pig Butchering” and what signs folks should be on the lookout for.

Wednesday, July 19, 202307/19/2023

Jodie Nazaka 07-19-22

Manchester’s Economic Development Director Jodie Nazaka explains why the city is looking into possibly adopting a statute that would allow the city to establish a Tax Increment Financing District which could help foster new economic development.

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