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, July 9, 202507/09/2025

Patty Nieberg: Online Gambling Addition in the US Military

In On-Demand

Journalist Patty Nieberg, Task & Purpose, joins us to discuss her recent article regarding the concerns over the rise of…

Wednesday, July 9, 202507/09/2025

Kristen Markwith : Understanding Neuropathy Part One: Diabetic Neuropathy

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Do you have pain, numbness, tingling, and muscle weakness in your feet? Dr. Kristen Marwith from Trend Acupuncture joins us…

Wednesday, July 9, 202507/09/2025

Carrie Sheffield: Hidden Details in the Recently Signed OBBB

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Policy analyst, author, and TV commentator Carrie Sheffield, IWF, hops on WFEA’s The Morning Update to explain one of the…

Wednesday, July 9, 202507/09/2025

NH Bankers Assoc: What is Happening with the Mortgage Markets

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We are joined by Kristy Merrill, NH Banker Association, and Justin Jennings, NH Regional President, NBT Bank, to discuss current…

Wednesday, July 9, 202507/09/2025

Justin Goodman: Project 55 Offers Free Mental Health Education and Resources

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People want to help those struggling with their mental health, but feel ill-prepared when confronted with a situation, often at…

Wednesday, July 9, 202507/09/2025

Thom Brueckner 07-09-25

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Financial expert and radio host Thom Brueckner, Retirement Intelligence, joins The Morning Update to discuss the positive factors in the…

Wednesday, July 9, 202507/09/2025

Drew Cline: Government Vs. Personal Responsibility

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Do you think your government trusts you to make responsible choices in your life? Drew Cline, Josiah Bartlett Center for…

Tuesday, July 8, 202507/08/2025

David Bahnsen: OBBB Does Not Address Entitlement Program Reform and National Debt

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Wealth manager, author, and TV commentator David Bahnsen calls into the show to discuss the impact of the recently signed…

Tuesday, July 8, 202507/08/2025

Bill Alexander: 2025 Mid-Year Law Enforcement Fatalities Report

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Bill Alexander, CEO of the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund, joins us to examine the 2025 mid-year Law Enforcement…

Tuesday, July 8, 202507/08/2025

Damien Fisher: Surprise Verdict in NH Murder Case

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Investigative reporter Damien Fisher talks about the recent ‘not guilty’ verdict in the trial of NH Corrections Officer Matthew Millar.…

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