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, August 4, 202208/04/2022

Gov. Chris Sununu 08-04-22

The Governor joined Drew Thursday morning to explain why he has a problem with a plan by democrats to possibly change the First in the Nation Presidential primary from New Hampshire to Delaware.

Wednesday, August 3, 202208/03/2022

Mitch Daniels 08-02-22

On Tuesday Drew spoke with Mitch Daniels former Governor of Indiana and current President of Purdue University on a recent Washington Post Colum calling for a return to civility and basic politeness.

Wednesday, August 3, 202208/03/2022

Tom Rath 08-03-22

Drew spoke with Tom Rath Wednesday morning on the status of New Hampshire’s first in the nation presidential primary.

Tuesday, August 2, 202208/02/2022

Thom Brueckner 08-02-22

Tuesday morning Drew was joined by Thom Brueckner, host of WEFA’s Retirement Intelligence to talk about his 32-year career and how he continues to offer perspective, and intelligent analysis that you won’t find anywhere else!

Monday, August 1, 202208/01/2022

Ted Kitchens 08-01-22

Following the news that Jet Blue is looking to purchase Spirit Airlines, Ted Kitchens Airport Director at Manchester Boston Regional Airport joined Drew Monday to talk about what the possible merger could mean for the Manchester airport.

Friday, July 29, 202207/29/2022

Sen. Julian Cyr 07-29-22

Drew speaks with Massachusetts State Senator Julian Cyr on his bill that would bring Happy Hour back to bars and restaurants.

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.

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