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, April 17, 202504/17/2025
How businesses in the Granite State should address shifting climate conditions.
In On-Demand
Business NH Magazine Matt Mowry shares the process for being nominated for ‘Best Company to Work For.’ We also discuss this month’s article on how New Hampshire businesses adjust to shifting climate conditions.
Thursday, April 17, 202504/17/2025
Jennings takes on the Harvard funding debate.
In On-Demand
Nicole Silverio from Daily Caller News Foundation delivers the top three audio clips of the week. Clips include Scott Jennings debating Harvard funding with CNN’s staff, CNBC morning show debates on hypocrisy regarding free speech, and the final clip features Stephen Miller debating deportation with Fox News.
Thursday, April 17, 202504/17/2025
Saunders works to honor fallen Comrades.
In On-Demand
Lt. Wayne Saunders, host of the VLOG cast “Warden Watch,” will share the story of the late Warden Levi Frye and the efforts to honor his memory. Wayne discusses Conservation Officer Bob McDermott’s fundraising effort and awareness campaign in support of Levi’s passing at the Boston Marathon.
Thursday, April 17, 202504/17/2025
Kissel offers insight into the Battle between Trump and Havard University.
In On-Demand
Education Policy Expert and Author Adam Kissel joins us to discuss the funding fight between the Trump administration and Harvard University. Adam also highlights the release of his new book, ‘Slacking—A Guide to Ivy League Misinformation.’
Wednesday, April 16, 202504/16/2025
Chidester asks; Will consumers cut out retailers to get their hands on top tier brands made in China…?
In On-Demand
Host Jeff Chidester and Producer Tom Novak discuss the slew of direct-purchase ads for high-end, Chinese-made products popping up on TikTok.
Wednesday, April 16, 202504/16/2025
How the Pact Act is helping the Military community.
In On-Demand
Task & Purpose reporter Patty Nieberg discusses her article on the Pact Act, a program created to help members of the military community. Pact Act helps qualified candidates receive treatment and support for the effects of poisonous, manmade environmental conditions they encountered while serving.
Wednesday, April 16, 202504/16/2025
Chidester on the Fringe Media’s coverage of the Abrego Garcia case.
In On-Demand
WFEA’s The Morning Update Host Jeff Chidester discusses the misconception and ‘media bent’ on the deportation of illegal Salvadorian immigrant Abrego Garcia.
Wednesday, April 16, 202504/16/2025
Saunders & Giles on how White Mountains Community College’s culinary program uses New Hampshire wild game in its curriculum.
In On-Demand
Retired Fish and Game Lt. and Adjunct Professor Wayne Saunders introduced us to guests and fellow Culinary Adjunct Professor Travis Giles at White Mountains Community College. Chef Travis shared how the culinary program utilizes NH wild game in its curriculum.
Wednesday, April 16, 202504/16/2025
Understanding how School Budgets lead to increases in Property taxes.
In On-Demand
Drew Cline from the Josiah Bartlett Center for Public Policy joins us to discuss taxes and spending at the federal level. Drew and Jeff also discuss how school budgets are the real driving factor in most communities’ property tax increases.
Tuesday, April 15, 202504/15/2025
A look at National Police Week & Roll Call of Heroes 2025.
In On-Demand
William Alexander, CEO – the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund, joins WFEA’s The Morning Update to discuss the upcoming National Police Week and ‘Roll Call of Heroes – 2025,’ which includes the adding of the 345 names of the fallen officers that will be added to the 24,412 names lost in the line of duty.
