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.

Friday, April 24, 202604/24/2026

Political Satirist Karl Zahn: Rep. Ilhan Omar and SPLC Scandals

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Political satirist and Substack commentator Karl Zahn pops onto the show to discuss his recent column on outgoing Congresswoman Crockett,…

Friday, April 24, 202604/24/2026

April ’26 Roundtable: Understanding and Defeating Fraud Crime

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WFEA April Roundtable with AARP: Understanding and Defeating Fraud Crime “Among the more than 3 million Americans who lost money…

Thursday, April 23, 202604/23/2026

Nicole Silverio: Trump on Iran, Sen Warren Not Amused, Az Gov Lost for Words

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Our regular media expert, Nicole Silverio from the Daily Caller News Foundation, delivers the top three audio/video clips of the…

Thursday, April 23, 202604/23/2026

Economic Expert Nicole Huyer: The Big Apple Under Mamdani

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Economic expert Nicole Huyer, Sr. Research Assoc., Thomas Roe Institute for Economic Policy Studies, discusses the impacts of Mayor Mamdani’s…

Thursday, April 23, 202604/23/2026

Thom Brueckner: Economic Indicators are Solid

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Our friend, financial expert, educator, and radio host, Thom Brueckner, joins the show to discuss the massive shift toward positive…

Wednesday, April 22, 202604/22/2026

Tina Pickering: Episcopal Church of NH – The Search for a New Bishop

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Faith and faith institution of all denominations play an important role in each of our lives and in our communities.…

Wednesday, April 22, 202604/22/2026

Gabriella Hoffman: The Origins of Earth Day and a ‘New’ Conservation Movement

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Gabriella Hoffman, Director, Center for Energy and Conservation – Independent Women, is a new-generation conservationist who understands the importance of…

Wednesday, April 22, 202604/22/2026

NH Representative Jessica Grill: The Lack of Decorum at the NH State House

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Tensions can build, and conflicts can arise at the New Hampshire statehouse. Far too often lately, conflicts and disagreements cross…

Wednesday, April 22, 202604/22/2026

Task and Purpose: Emphasizing Technical Job Skills in Promotions

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Patty Nieberg, reporter from Task & Purpose, discusses her top three stories of the week. Patty details how the US…

Wednesday, April 22, 202604/22/2026

Policy Expert Jace White: Shake Up at the Department of Labor

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Labor policy expert and AAF’s (Advancing American Freedom) manager of government relations, Jace White, joins to discuss the resignation of…

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