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.

Thursday, May 11, 202305/11/2023

Crissy Kantor 05-11-23

Manchester Ward 6 Alderman-elect Crissy Kantor says she wants a recount in the special election she just won, to foster transparency and show that Manchester’s elections are fair.

Thursday, May 11, 202305/11/2023

Wayne Lesperance 05-11-23

New England College President Wayne Lesperance gives a first reaction to the CNN town hall with Donald Trump at St. Anselm College.

Thursday, May 11, 202305/11/2023

Michael Graham 05-11-23

Michael Graham of New Hampshire Journal says the CNN town hall with Donald Trump was a professional wrestling match, and Trump won it.

Wednesday, May 10, 202305/10/2023

Gerry Dupont 05-10-23

Gerry Dupont of Red Oak Properties profiles their new Elm Street apartment building and discusses why rents are so high in New Hampshire.

Wednesday, May 10, 202305/10/2023

Rob Roper 05-10-23

Vermont journalist Rob Roper says the state’s tax-and-spend approach to governing has him shopping for homes in New Hampshire.

Wednesday, May 10, 202305/10/2023

Thom Brueckner 05-10-23

Thom Brueckner of Senior Financial Resources Inc., in Nashua, says regional banks are essential for business startups, which is another reason the banking crisis is worrisome.

Tuesday, May 9, 202305/09/2023

U.S. Sen. Tim Scott 05-09-23

U.S. Sen. Tim Scott says President Biden’s been captured by the far left and is failing because of basic incompetence, not his age.

Tuesday, May 9, 202305/09/2023

Max Latona & Jason Soren 05-09-23

Max Latona and Jason Sorens of the St. Anselm College Center for Ethics in Society discuss the New Hampshire Housing Atlas created by the center.

Tuesday, May 9, 202305/09/2023

Tom Raffio 05-08-23

Northeast Delta Dental CEO Tom Raffio discusses Medicaid dental benefits and the need for patience when advocating for political change.

Tuesday, May 9, 202305/09/2023

Jason Osborne 05-08-23

House Majority Leader Jason Osborne explains why he’s endorsed Ron DeSantis for president.

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