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, July 29, 202207/29/2022

Kevin Smith 07-29-22

Drew speaks with New Hampshire Republican Kevin Smith about his campaign for the US Senate.

Thursday, July 28, 202207/28/2022

Rep.Chris Pappas 07-28-22

Congressman Chris Pappas joined Drew Thursday to discuss several hot button issues including whether the nation is headed for a recession.

Thursday, July 28, 202207/28/2022

Dave Wheeler 07-28-22

Following Wednesday’s Executive Council meeting and vote on Family Planning contracts, Councilor Dave Wheeler joined Drew Thursday morning to discuss the matter.

Wednesday, July 27, 202207/27/2022

Gov.Chris Sununu 07-27-22

Governor Sununu joins Drew to talk about whether the country is moving into a recession. And offers his views on why Democrats keep creating headaches for themselves but don’t realize it.

Tuesday, July 26, 202207/26/2022

Drew Cline 07-26-22

Drew reflects on the state the Mass Transit System in Massachusetts and shares his thoughts on the possibility of the New Hampshire Department of Transportation getting involved with the MBTA.

Tuesday, July 26, 202207/26/2022

Noah Rothman 07-26-22

Drew talks with Noah Rothman, Associate Editor for Commentary Magazine and author of “The Rise of the New Puritans: Fighting Back Against Progressives’ War on Fun.”

Tuesday, July 26, 202207/26/2022

George Hansel 07-26-22

Drew talks with Keene Mayor George Hansel on his run for the Congressional seat currently held by Rep. Annie Kuster.

Monday, July 25, 202207/25/2022

Nick Murray 07-25-22

Drew and Nick Murray of the Maine Policy Institute discuss the controversy related to a massive Lithium deposit found in Western Maine.

Friday, July 22, 202207/22/2022

Chief Allen Alden Aldenberg 07-22-22

Drew Cline and Police Chief Allen Aldenberg discuss how the City of Manchester is addressing the topic of homelessness.

Thursday, July 21, 202207/21/2022

DEA Special Agent John DeLena 07-21-22

Drew Cline and DEA Special Agent John DeLena discuss the rise in Fentanyl use and availability and some of the…

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