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.

Friday, March 28, 202503/28/2025

The debate over Trans related policies in Concord.

In On-Demand

NH State Senator Rebecca Perkins-Kwoka and WFEA host Jeff Chidester have a thoughtful and respectful conversation regarding trans policies currently being debated in NH.

Thursday, March 27, 202503/27/2025

WFEA’s Roundtable Discussion on Substance abuse and how to better understand the impact.

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Kerry Norton from Hope on Haven Hill, Jake Bery from New Futures, and Eric Ekberg of Granite Recovery Centers join us in the studio for March’s Roundtable. We discuss substance abuse profiles to understand better those affected by substance use, treatment options, and policy efforts.

Thursday, March 27, 202503/27/2025

The surprise leader in this year’s Pizza Madness contest.

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Andy Sylvia from Manchester Ink Link updates various Manchester Metro news stories. The most important story, though, is the update on the Pizza Madness contest. One bracket currently has a surprise leader.

Thursday, March 27, 202503/27/2025

The fragile state of Medicaid and polices need to help save it.

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Carrie Sheffield, Independent Women’s Forum Ambassador, shares her experience with Medicaid. Policy Expert Ms. Sheffield discusses Medicaid’s fragile state, and the policies needed to stop the fraud, waste, and mission creep that have placed the program in financial jeopardy.

Thursday, March 27, 202503/27/2025

A better understanding when looking at Business Insurance.

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Matt Mowry and Christine Carignan from Business NH Magazine discuss the upcoming Made in NH Expo on April 3-5. We also discussed their recent edition, which features a guide and checklist on business insurance.

Thursday, March 27, 202503/27/2025

Why Karoline Leavitt is responding differently to White House reporters

In On-Demand

Nicole Silverio from Daily Caller News Foundation shares the top news audio of the week. Nicole provides commentary on the Daily Caller’s interview with President Trump, a review of the contentious White House press conference with Karoline Leavitt, and the final audio from a far-left journalist calling for the end of voter registration laws.

Thursday, March 27, 202503/27/2025

From the Dugout to the Endzone.

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Pete Tarrier from the Manchester Media Group provides insight on the New England Patriots’ acquisition of WR Stephon Diggs and a preview of the Boston Red Soxes’ opening day.

Thursday, March 27, 202503/27/2025

Further proof on why people should think before they act.

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The Morning Show Host Jeff Chester and Producer Tom Novak talk about the story of a Tesla keying incident at Mount Washington Hotel that is receiving national attention.

Wednesday, March 26, 202503/26/2025

How Acupuncture is helping folks plagued by Allergies.

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Dr. Kristen Markwith from Trend Acupuncture provided a helpful remedy to help people dealing with allergies. Dr. Markwith shared treatment approaches for scars and health issues related to pregnancy. It was a really great conversation.

Wednesday, March 26, 202503/26/2025

The Positive Impact of Trump’s Economy.

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Retirement Intelligence radio host Thom Brueckner discusses the positive economic numbers that have emerged over the past two weeks. Thom shares the massive uptick in company investment, which is more than 2 trillion dollars.

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