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, October 1, 202510/01/2025

Trend Acupuncture: Barbara – A Patient’s Story

In On-Demand

Throughout the past month, Dr. Kristen Markwith, Trend Acupuncture, and Jeff have been discussing the three types of neuropathy (Diabetic…

Wednesday, October 1, 202510/01/2025

Drew Cline: Shutdowns Are A Failure To Govern

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With all the chatter surrounding the federal government shutdown, many Americans have grown both wary and accustomed to this state…

Tuesday, September 30, 202509/30/2025

Dr Nate Shrader: How Are NH Voters Feeling About 2026?

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A recent UNH Survey suggests that there are no clear front-runners, and candidates need to work harder to improve their…

Tuesday, September 30, 202509/30/2025

Mike Palicz: This Shutdown Could Have Been Avoid

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Is there anything that could have been done to avoid this shutdown? Policy expert Mike Palicz joins the show to…

Tuesday, September 30, 202509/30/2025

Manchester Vets Council: Gulf Wars Global War on Terror Memorial

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How should we honor those who fought during the Gulf War? We are joined by representatives from the Manchester Veterans’…

Tuesday, September 30, 202509/30/2025

Jeff Chidester and Scott Jennings: Choke on It

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Numerous talking heads expressed concern over the Grand Jury Indictment of former FBI Director James Comey. Jeff, along with Scott…

Tuesday, September 30, 202509/30/2025

Damien Fisher: A Disgraced Ex-Cop Runs for Office and Marconi Trial Updates

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Investigative Reporter Damien Fisher joins the show to provide some interesting updates on the upcoming Marconi Trial and the attempts…

Tuesday, September 30, 202509/30/2025

1st CD Candidate Profile: Rep. Brian Cole

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Current NH House Member and 1st CD Candidate Brian Cole joins us to discuss his candidacy. We talk about the…

Monday, September 29, 202509/29/2025

NH Speaker of the House Sherman Packard

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What will the NH House be focusing on with the Fall Session? NH Speaker of the House Sherman Packard joins…

Monday, September 29, 202509/29/2025

Emily Brooks: Why the Shutdown Looks Likely

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How likely is the shutdown? A person with a front row seat in DC, The Hill’s Emily Brooks, breaks down…

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