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.

Wednesday, August 13, 202508/13/2025

Thom Brueckner: Economic Numbers Are Strong, But One Factor Has Economist Concerned

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Financial expert and Radio Host Thom Brueckner joins us to discuss the latest Consumer Price Index inflation number and the…

Wednesday, August 13, 202508/13/2025

Drew Cline: Does Competition Makes Schools Stronger – Better?

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Is competition in public K-12 schools good for the strength of our schools and the education of our students? The…

Tuesday, August 12, 202508/12/2025

Damien Fisher: Why is a Chinese company buying land in Nashua?

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Investigative journalist Damien Fisher shares his recent story on the controversial $67 million land purchase by a Chinese-based beverage company.…

Tuesday, August 12, 202508/12/2025

Walter McFarlane: Why Gerrymandering Poses a Real Danger to Fair Elections in 2026 (Audio)

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Public policy advocate Walter McFarlane joins the show to talk about his recent article on gerrymandering – ‘Why Gerrymandering Poses…

Tuesday, August 12, 202508/12/2025

Hollie Novalinsky : Sanctuary State Policies Threaten American Workers (Audio)

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How do state sanctuary policies affect small businesses and threaten the American worker? Small business owner, veteran, and former nurse…

Monday, August 11, 202508/11/2025

Granite United Way: Ways they are collaborating to improve the lives of our communities

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How can you help the Granite United Way, and how do they support businesses and residents across New Hampshire and…

Monday, August 11, 202508/11/2025

Dr. Ken Gray: How removing dyes from our foods help make us healthier

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Medical expert  – Holistic physician Dr. Ken Gray from VELL calls into The Morning Update to talk about the recent…

Monday, August 11, 202508/11/2025

Rep. Joe Sweeney: Frivolous Anti-DEI Lawsuit (Audio)

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NH Deputy House Majority Leader and Representative Joe Sweeney and Host Jeff Chidester discuss a recently filed lawsuit against an…

Monday, August 11, 202508/11/2025

Emily Brooks: How are members of Congress handling the conversation about DC control and redistricting? (Audio)

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How are members of Congress handling the conversation about DC control and redistricting? The Hill’s Emily Brooks joins us to…

Monday, August 11, 202508/11/2025

Tom Raffio: Successful Medicaid and Veteran Assistance Outreach

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Tom Raffio, President – CEO of Northeast Delta Dental, joins The Morning Update to discuss their massively successful outreach programs…

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