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, May 9, 202305/09/2023

Jeff Jacoby 05-08-23

Boston Globe columnist Jeff Jacoby talks about his latest column on the Debt ceiling and the recent controversy over the casting choices for the upcoming Cleopatra movie.

Wednesday, May 3, 202305/03/2023

Mark Hayward 05-03-23

Union Leader columnist Mark Hayward discusses the trial of a man accused of stabbing three Manchester police officers.

Wednesday, May 3, 202305/03/2023

Jodie Nazaka 05-03-23

Manchester Economic Development Director Jodie Nazaka discusses Taco Tour Manchester.

Wednesday, May 3, 202305/03/2023

Thom Brueckner 05-03-23

Thom Brueckner, CEO of Senior Financial Resources Inc., discusses a new Biden Administration rule on mortgage fees, and government spending’s effect on the stock market.

Tuesday, May 2, 202305/02/2023

Perry Johnson 05-02-23

Michigan businessman Perry Johnson says he’s running for president of the United States to restore fiscal responsibility.

Tuesday, May 2, 202305/02/2023

U.S. Sen.Tim Scott 05-02-23

U.S. Senator Tim Scott says personal responsibility is an American value and public schools shouldn’t keep information secret from parents.

Tuesday, May 2, 202305/02/2023

Thom Brueckner 05-02-23

Thom Brueckner, CEO of Senior Financial Resources Inc., in Nashua, shares a strategy for women to improve their retirement income.

Monday, May 1, 202305/01/2023

Executive Councilor Janet Stevens 05-01-23

Executive Councilor Janet Stevens talks about a 15 million dollar grant the Executive Council recently approved which will be used to help address the state’s on-going mental health crisis. 

Monday, May 1, 202305/01/2023

Jeff Jacoby 05-01-23

Boston Globe columnist Jeff Jacoby talks about his recent column on mortgage fees and how new rule put in place by the Biden Administration will end up hurting those with great credit. 

Monday, May 1, 202305/01/2023

Wayne Lesperance 05-01-23

New England College President Wayne Lesperance talks about the school’s recent townhall forum with Presidential candidate Nikki Haley and how the school is planning for future candidates. 

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