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, October 9, 202510/09/2025

Andy Sylvia: Picklegate – The Aftermath

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The recent squabble over the selling of home-produced food products continued with a recent Manchester Aldermen meeting. Andy Sylivia calls…

Thursday, October 9, 202510/09/2025

Homeland Expert Lora Ries: National Guard in American Cities

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What should be considered with US National Guard units being deployed in some of the USA’s most significant and seemingly…

Thursday, October 9, 202510/09/2025

Thom Brueckner: Reflecting on Market Positivity

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What are some of the positive signs in the market, and what are some of the geopolitical events that may…

Wednesday, October 8, 202510/08/2025

Task and Purpose: Navy Exceeding Recruiting Goals

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After years of lower recruiting numbers, the Navy has exceeded its goals. How and why? Reporter Patty Neiberg discusses the…

Simon Hankinson, Immigration - Foreign Service Expert

Wednesday, October 8, 202510/08/2025

Simon Hankinson: The Left’s Commitment to Violence

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Author, foreign affairs and immigration expert Simon Hankinson joins The Morning Update to discuss the violence in several large cities…

Wednesday, October 8, 202510/08/2025

Patrice Onwuka: Why Are Americans Glum

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Why are Americans glum about a buzzing economy? Why are Democrats willing to ‘die on the hill’ of ACA subsidies…

Wednesday, October 8, 202510/08/2025

NH Bankers Association: Tips for Recognizing and Handling Scams

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What scams are currently attacking consumers? How can you identify the scams? How are banks helping to protect their clients…

Wednesday, October 8, 202510/08/2025

Drew Cline: A NH Democratic Socialist and Housing

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What can a Democratic Socialist from New Hampshire teach us about housing in New Hampshire? How will New Hampshire legislators…

Jeff Chidester Up Against the Wall

Wednesday, October 8, 202510/08/2025

Jeff Chidester and CNN’s Harry Enten: What are the Democrats Thinking?

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Can you believe that CNN analyst Harry Enten still has a job at CNN? Harry Enten shares that facts that…

Tuesday, October 7, 202510/07/2025

Dr. John Lappie: New Supreme Court Session

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Plymouth State University Professor Dr. John Lappie joins us to talk about he new Supreme Court term (The First Monday…

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