The WFEA Morning Update
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, September 17, 202609/17/2026
Constitution Day Special: Zach Smith on Original Intent & the 250th Anniversary
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In celebration of Constitution Day, as the nation is in the midst of its 250th anniversary, and to mark the…
Wednesday, September 16, 202609/16/2026
The Sky Is Falling (Again): Why AI Hysteria Is History Repeating Itself
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On Wednesday’s News Briefing, The Morning Update host Jeff Chidester tackles the growing hysteria surrounding Artificial Intelligence, expressing growing concern…
Wednesday, September 16, 202609/16/2026
Inflation, Opportunity, and Policy: Patrice Onwuka on Economic Strategy for the 2026 Midterms
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WFEA host Jeff Chidester speaks with leading economic expert Patrice Onwuka, Vice President for Economic Policy at Independent Women’s Forum,…
Wednesday, September 16, 202609/16/2026
Beyond “Socialism-Lite”: How Conservatives Can Win on Economic Policy in 2026 with Marc Wheat
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WFEA host Jeff Chidester is joined by Marc Wheat of Advancing American Freedom (AAF) to discuss conservative strategy heading into…
Wednesday, September 16, 202609/16/2026
Depleted Stockpiles & Classified Missions: Senior Military Reporter Patty Nieberg Joins WFEA
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WFEA host Jeff Chidester welcomes Patty Nieberg, Senior Military Reporter at Task & Purpose, to discuss critical national security challenges…
Wednesday, September 16, 202609/16/2026
Mental Health, Wildlife Laws, and Education: Wayne Saunders on WFEA
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WFEA host Jeff Chidester welcomes regular contributor Lt. Wayne Saunders (Ret., NH Fish and Game), Adjunct Professor at White…
Wednesday, September 16, 202609/16/2026
Policy vs. Success: Drew Cline Weighs In on Cinde Warmington’s Stand Against EFAs
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WFEA host Jeff Chidester is joined by policy expert Drew Cline, President of the Josiah Bartlett Center for Public Policy,…
Tuesday, September 15, 202609/15/2026
Trade Friction and Tech Strain: Jeff Chidester on US-Canada Disputes & Senator Kennedy’s AI Warning
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WFEA host Jeff Chidester opens The Morning Update with the Wednesday Morning Brief with an analysis of escalating cross-border trade…
Tuesday, September 15, 202609/15/2026
Economy, Energy, and Taxes: Key Takeaways from the 2026 GOP Midterm Convention
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WFEA host Jeff Chidester welcomes Republican National Committee spokesperson Kristen Cianci to The Morning Update to reflect on the major…
Tuesday, September 15, 202609/15/2026
Securing the NH Advantage: Jason Osborne on the Republicans’ “Granite Guarantee” Agenda
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WFEA host Jeff Chidester welcomes New Hampshire House Majority Leader Jason Osborne to dissect the upcoming midterm elections and the…
