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.

Thursday, October 30, 202510/30/2025

Thom Brueckner: Trump’s Successful Asia-Pacific Trade Mission

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What kind of impact did President Trump make while meeting with world leaders on his Trade and Diplomatic mission throughout…

Thursday, October 30, 202510/30/2025

Mayoral Candidate Spillers talks SNAP benefits & education

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Democratic candidate for Mayor of Manchester Jessica Spillers talks about the importance of strengthening SNAP benefits and education for residents.

Wednesday, October 29, 202510/29/2025

Kate Baker-Demers: NH’s EdUtopia

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How is NH doing it —helping students and parents find the right educational path for each student? What programs can…

Wednesday, October 29, 202510/29/2025

Grover Norquist: State Tax Comparisons

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How does a state’s tax and regulatory policy affect the fiscal health of each state? Grover Norquist of Americans for…

Wednesday, October 29, 202510/29/2025

Drew Cline: Managing NH’s SNAP Program and NH Witches

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Drew Clines joins us to discuss SNAP and, in particular, the looming additional cost of the program in NH if…

Wednesday, October 29, 202510/29/2025

Patty Nieberg: NH Connection – Tribute to a Injured Helicopter Pilot

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Patty Nieberg joins us to discuss three stories. The first profile is of a brigade of the 10th Mountain Division,…

Wednesday, October 29, 202510/29/2025

Energy Expert Gabriella Hoffman: Energy Abundance Policy

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“Adopting an energy abundance posture is not only America First, it’s practical,” said Hoffman. “All 50 states should create their own…

Jeff Chidester Up Against the Wall

Wednesday, October 29, 202510/29/2025

Jeff Chidester: Media Bias, Mississippi Monkeys, NH Presidential Primary Poll

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The Morning Update host, Jeff Chidester, talks about some of the top news stories and audio of the day, including…

Wednesday, October 29, 202510/29/2025

Policy Expert Daniel Turner: Democrats Are To Blame For Rising Health Care And Energy Prices

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As we continue to see triple-digit increases in healthcare costs and the after effects of higher energy prices during the…

Wednesday, October 29, 202510/29/2025

Granite Recovery Centers: Chief Medical Officer Bring Balance to Treatment

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Eric Ekberg, CEO, and Chief Medical Officer (CMO) Dr. Michael Bell from Granite Recovery Centers (844.706.1166) join the show to…

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