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 28, 202508/28/2025

Thom Brueckner: INTEL Investment, Updated Economic Numbers, and Powell’s Capitulation

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National recognized financial expert and radio show host Thom Brueckner joins us this week in his new slot, every Thursday…

Wednesday, August 27, 202508/27/2025

Drew Cline : NH’s Approach To Childcare

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With New Hampshire working on one of the top political issues, housing, could the New Hampshire government set its sights…

Wednesday, August 27, 202508/27/2025

Patty Nieberg: Dronebusters Deployed To The Southern Border

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Soldiers on the U.S.-Mexico border are using high-tech equipment ranging from drone-warfare systems to futuristic headsets to spot migrants and…

Wednesday, August 27, 202508/27/2025

Overwatch Foundation: Grant-based Cybersecurity Services

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How vulnerable are essential institutions and vital infrastructures to cyber attacks? What options do K-12 schools, government entities (especially small,…

Tuesday, August 26, 202508/26/2025

Brian Morgenstern: White House Actions in DC and DNC Summer Meeting

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Brian Morgenstern, a former White House Deputy Press Secretary, calls the show to discuss the circumstances in Washington, DC, before…

Tuesday, August 26, 202508/26/2025

Damien Fisher: Crisis in Claremont and Berlin Murder-Suicide Case Updates

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Investigative reporter Damien Fisher breaks two stories this week. Damien reports on last night’s Claremont School Board public meeting. A…

Tuesday, August 26, 202508/26/2025

Nate Shrader: FIITN 2028 and Flag Burning Executive Order

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Is it too early to discuss FITN 2028? Does Sen. Gallego’s recent visit to New Hampshire give us a clue…

Tuesday, August 26, 202508/26/2025

Hollie Noveletsky: The Dangers of Illegal Alien Drivers

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Small business owner, veteran, and former candidate for Congress, Hollie Noveletsky, calls into the show to discuss the tragic motor…

Monday, August 25, 202508/25/2025

Emily Brooks: Congress Has the Epstein Files, Now What?

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Congressional Reporter Emily Brooks, The Hill, and author of the weekly newsletter ‘The Movement, ‘  discusses her recent articles on…

Jeff Chidester Up Against the Wall

Monday, August 25, 202508/25/2025

Jeff Chidester: Who Failed Claremont Schools?

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The Morning Update host, Jeff Chidester, discusses the failure of leadership at the SAU#6 Claremont School District. Facing millions of…

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