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, March 17, 202503/17/2025

The debate over using the Enemies Sedition Act.

In On-Demand

Plymouth State University Dr. John Lappie and WFEA’s Jeff Chidester discuss the application of the ‘Enemies Sedition Act (1798/1917)’ to expel current illegal aliens who are part of a violent Venezuelan crime gang.

Friday, March 14, 202503/14/2025

House Deputy Speaker Smith talks Bail Reform and EFAs.

In On-Demand

NH House Deputy Speaker Steven Smith, Charlestown, provides an update on bail reform, EFAs, and property tax caps. 

Friday, March 14, 202503/14/2025

With Spring around the corner have you considered Spring Skiing…?

In On-Demand

Kris Nielsen from VistNH.gov joins The Morning Update and brings a guest, Jess Keeler from Visit SKI.com. We talk about spring skiing and related events coming up throughout the next few weeks.

Friday, March 14, 202503/14/2025

Zahn on this week’s headlines.

In On-Demand

Political Satirist Karl Zahn shares his thoughts on people attacking Tesla vehicles and Congress’ current ineptitude on funding and efficiency. Karl also shares his thoughts on Sen. Shaheen’s retirement.

Friday, March 14, 202503/14/2025

Kwoka on the Democratic response to EFAs and Housing crunch.

In On-Demand

Senate Minority Leader Rebecca Perkins Kwoka joins WFEA to discuss the Democrat’s answer to EFA accounts and housing legislation. Sen. Perkins Kwoka also shares her thoughts on a possible run for the 1st Congressional seat if Rep. Pappas runs for the Senate.

Friday, March 14, 202503/14/2025

The demand for Bail Reform from New Hampshire Lawmakers

In On-Demand

WFEA’s The Morning Update Host Jeff Chidester offers his observations on the NH House debate and passage of bail reform legislation. Jeff shares some emotional audio from NH Rep. Ross Barry that illustrates the importance of the need for bail reform. 

Thursday, March 13, 202503/13/2025

Kaufman sheds light on mainstream media’s bias in covering the Hams-Israel conflict.

In On-Demand

Historian and author Uri Kaufman joins us to discuss the campus unrest and the mainstream media’s biased reporting on the Hams-Israel conflict. Uri also talks about his new book, American Intifada, which details the truth behind the campus unrest. 

Thursday, March 13, 202503/13/2025

How the Housing Crisis is impacting disabled Americans.

In On-Demand

Michael Dennehy from Next Step Living (nextsetpliving.org) discusses his recent article highlighting the need to ensure housing for people with disabilities seeking independent living is part of the housing conversation.

Thursday, March 13, 202503/13/2025

Why the trades matter to Granite Staters.

In On-Demand

Christine Carrigan and Matthew Mowry from Business NH Magazine join WFEA to discuss their latest article, which focuses on the trades in New Hampshire.

Thursday, March 13, 202503/13/2025

The week’s top Audio asks just what is Whoopi Goldberg talking about…?

In On-Demand

Media Expert Nicole Silverio, Daily Caller News Foundation, delivers the Big Three Audio clips of the Week: Whoopi of The View, VP Vance being heckled, and WH Press Sectary Karoline Leavitt tangling with an AP reporter.

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