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, May 8, 202505/08/2025

The COVID Pandemic Could Have Been Avoided.

In On-Demand

In an exclusive NH appearance, Former CDC Director Dr. Robert Redfield joins The Morning Update to discuss the Trump administration moratorium on ‘gain of function’ experiments (the probable cause of COVID-19) and share the top four steps to improve the CDC.

Wednesday, May 7, 202505/07/2025

How the media misleads on the topic of ‘Due Process.’

In On-Demand

Jeff highlights President Trump’s recent comments on Due Process, how the media has handled the conversation, and what is missing for context.

Wednesday, May 7, 202505/07/2025

Events to Help Veterans – SWAM

In On-Demand

Phil Taub from Swim with a Mission discusses the organization’s unique aspect and how it helps veterans and support groups. Check SWAM out online for ways to help and for upcoming events at swam.org

Wednesday, May 7, 202505/07/2025

Positive Signs in the Economy and the Markets.

In On-Demand

Radio Host and Financial Expert Thom Brueckner discusses the positive movements in the market and the strong jobs report.

Wednesday, May 7, 202505/07/2025

What is Medical Martial Law?

In On-Demand

Vaccine, health expert, and author Todd Callender joins us to explain the concept of his recent book ‘Disease X and Medical Martial Law.’ Todd explains what ‘medical martial law’ is and provides recent examples. Todd also talks about his work with RFK Jr. on vaccines.

Wednesday, May 7, 202505/07/2025

Are VA Cuts Just Arbitrarily – Congress Wants to Know.

In On-Demand

Reporter Patty Nieberg, Task & Purpose, shares her latest story, which reviews the recent Senate hearing with the head of the VA, Doug Collins. Senators pushed Collins on personnel and services cuts, and Patty has a great report on the hearing.

Wednesday, May 7, 202505/07/2025

Grace Curley Talks ‘The Met,’ Democrats’ Lost Messaging and More.

In On-Demand

Nationally syndicated radio personality Grace Curley joins us to discuss the continued unpopular position on illegal immigration. She also shares her thoughts on ‘The Met Gala.’

Wednesday, May 7, 202505/07/2025

NH Budget, Teacher Pay, and School Funding Banter with Drew Cline.

In On-Demand

Drew Cline and Jeff discuss the ‘NH budget battle,’ and Drew provides some keen insight into the impacts on school budgets and teacher pay.

Wednesday, May 7, 202505/07/2025

Parent Are Good People.

In On-Demand

WFEA The Morning Update Host Jeff Chidester discusses NH’s Parental Rights legislation and shares his thoughts on the realities many public servants refuse to accept.

Tuesday, May 6, 202505/06/2025

Down the River with a Bootle of Boudeux.

In On-Demand

Host Jeff Chidester honors National Tourist Day by discussing unique river vacations with travel expert Stephen Batjiaka of AmaWaterways and destination specialist Sean McGorry of Cruise Planners as we discuss incredible journeys on the Rhine, the Nile, and the Mekong Rivers. 

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