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.

Tuesday, December 16, 202512/16/2025

Policy Expert Danielle Alvarez: How Will the GOP Address the Affordability Issue?

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We are joined by policy expert and former senior Trump advisor Danielle Alvarez to discuss how the Trump Administration might…

Tuesday, December 16, 202512/16/2025

Sen. Dan Innis: Trade Mission to Germany, Terrorist Attack, Dems in 26

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New Hampshire State Senator Dan Innis calls into The Morning Update Show to discuss his recent trade mission to Germany.…

Monday, December 15, 202512/15/2025

The Hill’s Emily Brooks: Last Minute Panic on ACA and Conspiracy Theories

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The Hill’s reporter and author of the weekly ‘The Movement’ newsletter, Emily Brooks, joins the show to discuss the ongoing…

Monday, December 15, 202512/15/2025

Meals on Wheels of Hillsborough County: Dine Out Club and More

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Jon (Eriquezzo) and Zach (Paone) from Meals on Wheels of Hillsborough County (HCMOW) join us in the studio to discuss…

Monday, December 15, 202512/15/2025

SBS – Turf Depot: Talking Outdoor Equipment with Experts

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“Great family run company, fantastic employees and customer service. Informative on equipment and comparing models/brands. Our go to place!!!” –…

Monday, December 15, 202512/15/2025

NE Patriots Roundup: Buffalo Stampede in the 2nd Half

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Manchester Media Group and WFEA sports analyst Pete Tarrier join us in the studio to talk about the recent Patriots…

Monday, December 15, 202512/15/2025

George Hansel: NH Democrats Launch ’26 Plan

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The NH Democrats released the 2026 plan for policy titled ‘More Money in Your Pocket,’ and there seems to be…

Monday, December 15, 202512/15/2025

The Independent Brief with Taylor Hathorn: Exiting NATO and Font Wars

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During The Independent Brief with Taylor Hathorn, host Jeff Chidester and Taylor Hathorn discuss Rep. Massie’s legislation to withdraw the…

Monday, December 15, 202512/15/2025

Dr. John Lappie: Bill of Rights Day, Policy Impasse in DC

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How important is our nation’s Bill of Rights, and are they still relevant today? Is America at a crossroads on…

Jeff Chidester Up Against the Wall

Monday, December 15, 202512/15/2025

Jeff’s Monday Morning Monologue (12-15-25): Epstein Files and Media Shenanigans

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The Morning Update host, Jeff Chidester, launches the week by reviewing the corporate media’s initial misreporting of the latest batch…

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