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, May 18, 202605/18/2026

Arts Academy of New Hampshire: Strong Academic Program

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Arts Academy of New Hampshire Founder and Chairman Don Erdbrink joins us in the studio to talk about the history…

Monday, May 18, 202605/18/2026

1st CD Candidate Brian Cole: The Granite State is Focusing on the 2026 Midterms

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NH House Representative Brian Cole, candidate for the 1st Congressional District, joins us in the studio to talk about life…

Monday, May 18, 202605/18/2026

Dr. John Lappie: Primary Loses Sends a Message National

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Plymouth State University Professor Dr. John Lappie and The Morning Update host Jeff Chidester discuss the defeat of major Republican…

Thursday, May 14, 202605/14/2026

Thom Brueckner: Strong Economic Numbers and New FED Chair

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Financial expert, educator, and radio host Thom Brueckner discusses the massively impressive jobs report and also the clarification of corporate…

Thursday, May 14, 202605/14/2026

Bonnie Carroll: TAPS Organization Helping Military Families Dealing with Tragedy

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Bonie Carroll from TAPS – Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors joins The Morning Updates to talk about many programs and…

Thursday, May 14, 202605/14/2026

Business NH Magazine: Public Transportation is on Life Support

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Matt Mowry and Christine Carignan join us in the studio to continue our conversation on transportation in New Hampshire. In…

Thursday, May 14, 202605/14/2026

Military expert Meaghan Mobbs: Trump’s Trip to China, Iran, and Ukraine

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Defense, military, and foreign policy expert Meaghan Mobbs calls into The Morning Update to provide incredible insight into President Trump’s…

Thursday, May 14, 202605/14/2026

Asia Expert Allen Zhang: Trump’s Trip to China

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Asia expert Allen Zhang joins us to discuss the impact of President Trump’s visit to China. What did the USA…

Thursday, May 14, 202605/14/2026

Dan Stowers: Upcoming Memorial Day Activities

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VFW and American Legion Representative Dan Stowers joins us to discuss upcoming Memorial Day events, including Derry’s Memorial Day –…

Wednesday, May 13, 202605/13/2026

Live Broadcast from Liberty House

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WFEA broadcast from The Liberty House, a transitional home for veterans in need, as part of WFEA’s continued honor of…

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