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 21, 202507/21/2025

Brooks: Epstein Issue Creates Chaos For Congress

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The Hill’s Emily Brooks discusses how the Epstein chaos is creating a distraction that is frustrating both President Trump and…

Monday, July 21, 202507/21/2025

After NH Court Decision, What Next For Local Education Spending?

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Former Mayor of Keene and Congressional candidate George Hansel joins The Morning Update to discuss how local municipalities might have…

Monday, July 21, 202507/21/2025

The Independent Brief with Taylor Hathorn: USA and NATO Relationship Improve Under Trump

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We introduce a new monthly feature, ‘The Independent Brief with Taylor Hathorn.’Taylor Hathorn Fellow for the Center for American Safety…

Monday, July 21, 202507/21/2025

John Lappie: Democratic Socialist and Trump Presidency At 6 Months

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Plymouth State University Dr. John Lappie provides insight into President Trump’s first 6 months in office. Dr. Lappie and Host…

Friday, July 18, 202507/18/2025

Karl Zahn Introduces ‘The Epstein Conspiracy Theorem’

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Political satirist and comedian Karl Zahn joins host Jeff Chidester to break down the many reasons why we are still…

Friday, July 18, 202507/18/2025

Sen. Dan Innis: Why I am Running For US Senate

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NH State Senator and regular WFEA guest Dan Innis joins us at Moe Joe’s to discuss his announcement that he…

Friday, July 18, 202507/18/2025

Jodie Nazaka: How Recent Events Help Us Understanding Positive Economic Activity

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Manchester Economic Development Director Jodie Nazaka drops in at our Counter Conversation at Moe Joe’s to discuss recent and upcoming…

Friday, July 18, 202507/18/2025

Hawaiian Lui Fundraiser: Liberty House

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The Director of the Liberty House, Ashley Kitchell, joins WFEA hosts Jeff Chidester and Ginger Munsco to discuss Liberty House’s…

Friday, July 18, 202507/18/2025

Moe Joe’s Family Restaurant: Jeff, Ginger, and Owner Nicole

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Ginger Munson and Host Jeff Chidester kicked off the Counter Conversation broadcast from Moe Joe’s Family Restaurant, talking about topics…

Thursday, July 17, 202507/17/2025

Andy Syliva: Manchester City Election Candidate Watch

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Andy Silva from Manchester Ink Link discusses the activity surrounding the Manchester City election filing period.

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