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.

Monday, March 9, 202603/09/2026

Dr. John Lappie: Will the Senate Pass the SAVE Act?

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President Trump threatens not to sign any legislation that reaches his desk until the US Senate passes the SAVE Act.…

Friday, March 6, 202603/06/2026

Jeff Chidester: Kristi Noem Firing, Gold Star Families, Rural Healthcare

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The Morning Update host, Jeff Chidester, shares a wonderful tribute to New Hampshire Gold Star families, discusses the details of…

Friday, March 6, 202603/06/2026

NH SOS Dave Scanlan: Upcoming Town Meetings

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It is almost Spring, and time for that uniquely New Hampshire tradition, the annual town meeting. New Hampshire Security of…

Friday, March 6, 202603/06/2026

Rep. John Janigian: Says no to enacting an Income Tax in New Hampshire

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Why did NH House Democrats not go on the record against enacting an income tax in New Hampshire? How serious…

Friday, March 6, 202603/06/2026

Political Satirist Karl Zahn: Kristi Noem Fired

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Political satirist and Substack commentator Karl Zahan hops onto the show to discuss the recent firing of former DHS Director…

Thursday, March 5, 202603/05/2026

Jeff Chidester: Goodlanders Statement on Iran, NH SNAP Benefits Restrictions, and More

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Host of The Morning Update Show, Jeff Chidester, shares audio and context of NH Representative Goodlander’s statement on the War…

Thursday, March 5, 202603/05/2026

RNC Chair Joe Gruters: 2026 Midterms, and 2028 FITN Primary Updates

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As both the Democrats and the Republicans head into the 2026 Midterms, how do the parties feel leading up to…

Thursday, March 5, 202603/05/2026

Reporter Andy Sylvia: Pizza and Politics

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Reporter Andy Sylvia, Manchester Ink Link, joins host Jeff Chidester on The Morning Update Show to discuss the recent trip…

Thursday, March 5, 202603/05/2026

Media Expert Nicole Silverio: Hillary Stomps Out, Noem Fumbles, Leavitt Sets the Record Straight

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Media Expert Nicole Silverio hops onto the show to deliver her three top audio/video clips of the week. Nicole shares…

Thursday, March 5, 202603/05/2026

Andrew Harding: China’s Position in the Middle East Weakened

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As the conflict with Iran continues and the initial impact of Operation Epic Fury takes hold, what new developments are…

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