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, December 2, 202512/02/2025

Reporter Damien Fisher: Dartmouth Specialist Sued for Performing Sex-Rejecting Procedures

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Dartmouth specialist Dr. John Turco (and others) is being sued for pushing a patient into “gender-affirming (aka: sex-rejecting procedures).” Investigative…

Tuesday, December 2, 202512/02/2025

NH State Senator Dan Innis: Gov. Walz Welfare Fraud Scandal

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How well are Democrats and Republicans handling the prevailing topic of the economy and affordability? Is the breaking $1 billion…

Tuesday, December 2, 202512/02/2025

Dr. Nate Shrader: Washington Post Narco-terrorist Boats Story

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How has the White House handled the fallout from the Washington Post story on the attacks on Venezuelan narco-terrorist boats?…

Monday, December 1, 202512/01/2025

Fixing Healthcare in America: Rep. Jason Smith

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Neither the Democrats nor the Republicans have a solid message on truly fixing healthcare in the USA. The Morning Update…

Monday, December 1, 202512/01/2025

Monday with the Mayor: Jay Ruais on 2025-26 Initiatives

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Manchester Mayor Jay Ruais joins us to discuss the incoming Board of Aldermen and policy updates on housing affordability, substance…

Monday, December 1, 202512/01/2025

The Hill’s Emily Brooks: Pressure on Congress to ‘Fix’ Obamacare (ACA)

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With Congress returning from the Thanksgiving break, several deadlines hang over their heads—the passage of a budget, military tensions around…

Monday, December 1, 202512/01/2025

Dr. John Lappie: The Growing Tension Regarding Venezuela

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There is growing concern about our expanding involvement in Venezuela and about what some believe is a lack of clarity…

Used with permission of Diocese of Manchester.

Monday, December 1, 202512/01/2025

A Holiday Tradition: Handels Messiah at Saint Joseph’s Cathedral

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Alison Mueller, Eric Bermani, and Father Jason join us in the studio to discuss the upcoming family concert of a…

Jeff Chidester Up Against the Wall

Monday, December 1, 202512/01/2025

12-01-25 Monday Morning Monologue: DC Shooting

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Two National Guardsmen were shot in Washington, D.C., and sadly, one perished. Jeff Chidester discusses the reaction across the country,…

Monday, December 1, 202512/01/2025

Drew Cline: Political Civility Forum

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Is it possible to have political civility in the current state of politics in New Hampshire and the nation? Drew…

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