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, June 12, 202306/12/2023

Andy McCarthy 06-12-23

Former federal prosecutor Andy McCarthy of National Review explains how the Espionage Act charges against Donald Trump Espionage Act are similar to, and different than, Hillary Clinton’s emails.

Friday, June 9, 202306/09/2023

David McGrath 06-09-23

David McGrath, executive vice president and general manager of New Hampshire Motor Speedway, details the speedway’s Bike Week events.

Friday, June 9, 202306/09/2023

Kate Baker Demers 06-09-23

Kate Baker Demers of the Children’s Scholarship Fund New Hampshire explains who’s eligible for Education Freedom Accounts after legislators raised the income cap.

Thursday, June 8, 202306/08/2023

BJ Perry 06-08-23

Republican political consultant BJ Perry talks about Governor Sununu’s decision not to run for President and what those vying for the Republican nomination will have to do to stand out to New Hampshire voters.

Thursday, June 8, 202306/08/2023

June Trisciani 06-08-23

Alderman At-Large June Trisciani discusses the city budget and the charter amendment to give the city school board full budgetary authority.

Thursday, June 8, 202306/08/2023

Drew Cline & Matthew Gagnon 06-08-23

Drew talks with WGAN’s Matthew Gagon about the political landscape in the 2024 Presidential election and the impact New Hampshire continues to have.

Wednesday, June 7, 202306/07/2023

State Sen. Tim Lang 06-07-23

Senate Ways and Means Committee Chair Tim Lang discusses the education funding and the role it plays in the state budget.

Wednesday, June 7, 202306/07/2023

Jay Ruais 06-07-23

Republican Mayoral candidate Jay Ruais shares his views on the 391-million-dollar city budget approved by Manchester’s Board of Mayor and Alderman Tuesday night. 

Wednesday, June 7, 202306/07/2023

Pat Long 06-07-23

Alderman Pat Long talks about the 391-million-dollar budget the Board of Mayor and Alderman approved Tuesday night.

Wednesday, June 7, 202306/07/2023

Pete McNamara 06-07-23

Manchester Animal Shelter Executive Director Pete McNamara talks about the shelter’s 25th anniversary and the Endless Pawsibilities Gala.

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