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.
Tuesday, October 14, 202510/14/2025
James Fitzpatrick: The Effect of the Shutdown on Veterans
In On-Demand
What has been the reaction to the Israel-Hamas treaty? Policy expert and Army veteran James Fitzpatrick, Director of the Center…
Monday, October 13, 202510/13/2025
The Movement and DC Chaos: Emily Brooks from The Hill
In On-Demand
The federal government remains in Shutdown mode, and tensions are running high. The Hill Congressional reporter Emily Brooks joins us…
Monday, October 13, 202510/13/2025
MCC Profile: High-quality Academics and Career Education
In On-Demand
President Paul Beaudin and Nursing Program Director Kim Perrotta join Jeff to talk about the upcoming 80th Anniversary of Manchester…
Monday, October 13, 202510/13/2025
Jeff Chidester Monologue: Call-in Military Spouse on the Shutdown
In On-Demand
Recently, House Speaker Mike Johnson appeared on Washington Journal (C-SPAN), where a military spouse called in about the Shutdown. The…
Monday, October 13, 202510/13/2025
NE Patriots Roundup: Patriots Versus New Orleens
In On-Demand
WFEA’s Sports Analyst Peter Terrier joins the show for the weekly review of the New England Patriots’ football game against…
Monday, October 13, 202510/13/2025
Josh Reap: The Trades and Apprentice Programs
In On-Demand
Josh Reap, President of Associated Builders and Contractors New Hampshire/Vermont (ABC), joins the show to discuss the 40th Anniversary of…
Monday, October 13, 202510/13/2025
Northeast Delta Dental: 2025 James W. Foley Freedom Run
In On-Demand
Are there programs that can help New Hampshire veterans with oral healthcare where the VA and other plans do not…
Monday, October 13, 202510/13/2025
John Lappie: 2025/2026 Elections, Israel-Hamas Deal
In On-Demand
What will happen next with the Israel-Hamas treaty in place? Sen. Bernie Sanders discusses how to get blue-collar voters back…
Monday, October 13, 202510/13/2025
David Coe: Nor’Easter Explained
In On-Demand
What exactly is a Nor’Easter? Meteorologist David Coe joins the show to talk about the conditions that create a Nor’Easter…
Friday, October 10, 202510/10/2025
visitNH: Apple Cider Donuts, Quaint Village Activities, NH versus VT
In On-Demand
Kris Neilsen from visitNH.gov joins the show to discuss a recent article that compares the ‘difference’ between New Hampshire and…
