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.

Wednesday, June 14, 202306/14/2023

Thom Brueckner 06-14-23

Following word that we’re in the start of a new bull market, Thom Brueckner of Senior Financial Resources Inc says smart investors should pay close attention as this could lead to new lows. 

Wednesday, June 14, 202306/14/2023

Brian Gottlob 06-14-23

Brian Gottlob, head of New Hampshire’s Economic and Labor Market Information Bureau, says the state’s record-low unemployment rate is great news for everyone except employers.

Wednesday, June 14, 202306/14/2023

Walter Olson 06-14-23

Walter Olson, senior fellow at the Cato Institute, says Donald Trump got himself in serious legal jeopardy simply by not returning classified documents when asked for them.

Wednesday, June 14, 202306/14/2023

Gov. Chris Sununu 06-14-23

Gov. Chris Sununu says GOP presidential candidates need to be more aggressive in criticizing Trump over jeopardizing national security, and New Hampshire’s record-low unemployment rate shows that low taxes really do help the economy. 

Tuesday, June 13, 202306/13/2023

Michael Huelsman 06-13-23

St. Anselm College professor Michael Huelsman talks about drone technology and the college’s summer drone camp for high schoolers.

Tuesday, June 13, 202306/13/2023

Jennifer Anderson 06-13-23

Jennifer Anderson of the Laconia Motorcycle Week Association gives tips for participating in Bike Week 2023.

Tuesday, June 13, 202306/13/2023

Justin Gunter 06-13-23

New Hampshire Liquor Commission wine specialist Justin Gunter gives tips for Wine Week and suggests the proper pairings for wines with Harley-Davidson models.

Monday, June 12, 202306/12/2023

Tom Raffio 06-12-23

Northeast Delta Dental President & CEO Tom Raffio discusses dental coverage under expanded Medicaid and life lessons from long-distance running.

Monday, June 12, 202306/12/2023

Jeff Jacoby 06-12-23

Boston Globe columnist Jeff Jacoby discusses Special Prosecutor Jack Smith’s indictment of President Trump, and Trump’s pledge to end birthright citizenship.

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.

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