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, November 3, 202511/03/2025

Richard Girard: Write In Candidate for Manchester Mayor

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What are some of the top policy issues facing Manchester voters? Are the topics being addressed by the current group…

Friday, October 31, 202510/31/2025

Your Next Vaction…Ireland!

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Stunning landscapes, charming towns, warm hospitality, unique traditions, delicious cuisine, rich history, culture, myths, and legends….all could be part of…

Friday, October 31, 202510/31/2025

NH Business Collects Food for the NH Food Bank

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Small business owner and veteran Hollie Novelensky calls into the show to let our listeners know that Novel Iron Works…

Friday, October 31, 202510/31/2025

Karl Zahn: The Great Usurping and Gavin Newsome

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We are one decade into a full-fledged 24/7 connected society, constantly connected via cellphones and social media. How has it…

Friday, October 31, 202510/31/2025

Election Day 2025 with Andy Sylvia

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Manchester Metro reporter Andy Sylivia joins The Morning Update to talk about the upcoming Manchester Municipal elections on Tuesday, November…

Friday, October 31, 202510/31/2025

NH Liquor Commission: Distiller’s Showcase Fundraiser for the NH Food Bank

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Mark Roy, NH Liquor Commission – Director of Marketing, Merchandising, and Warehouse, joins us in the studio to discuss Distillers…

Thursday, October 30, 202510/30/2025

America 250: A Chance for Rediscovering America’s Heritage

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America’s 250th birthday is a time to remember our past and to look to our future in gratitude. The nation’s…

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Business NH Magazine: Reimaging Crafting, Building A New Crafting Commerce Model

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What are some of the obstacles to starting and maintaining a business? What do entrepreneurs need to consider in building…

Thursday, October 30, 202510/30/2025

KC Crosbie: The ‘Democrat Shutdown’ and the Outlook for 2026 Midterms

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Why are the Democrats trying to blame the Republicans for the Shutdown? The Democrats appear unable to coalesce around a…

Thursday, October 30, 202510/30/2025

Nicole Silverio: Growing Republican Support and AOC’s Howard Dean Moment

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How has the shutdown affected the GOP brand? AOC has a rather wild moment at a rally supporting NYC Mayoral…

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