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, June 16, 202506/16/2025

What is Driving Violent Political Rhetoric?

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Dr. John Lappie and WFEA host Jeff Chidester discuss the aftermath of the recent shooting of Minnesota State legislators. What…

Friday, June 13, 202506/13/2025

visitNH: World Famous Sand Sculptures and Pollyanna Celebration Day

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Kris Nielsen from visitNH.gov talks the world-famous Hampton Beach Sand Sculpture Contest, Motorcycle Week. Pollyanna Celebration Day in Littleton and other events happening around NH.

Friday, June 13, 202506/13/2025

No Kings, No Crowns Protest

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Karl Zahn and Jeff discuss the aftermath of the anti-ICE enforcement riots, ‘No Kings, No Crowns Protest’ throughout NH, and…

LA Riots

Friday, June 13, 202506/13/2025

Constitutional Debate Between California and the Federal Government

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NEC Professor Nathan Shrader shares his thoughts on the constitutional battle between California and the Federal government related to immigration…

Friday, June 13, 202506/13/2025

NH Median Home Prices Reach Record Highs. Why?

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Real Estate expert Bil Weidacher, Keller Williams Fine Homes Metropolitan, discusses the recent report that New Hampshire has tied the…

Thursday, June 12, 202506/12/2025

Sylvia shares insight on the formation of a Ward 5 neighborhood group

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Manchester Ink Link Reporter Andy Sylvia shares his stories on the recent Manchester Alderman conversation about possibly folding the Manchester…

Thursday, June 12, 202506/12/2025

Business NH Magazine: Will NH GenZs Stay in New Hampshire?

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Matt Mowry from Business NH Magazine and Host Jeff Chidester discuss issues affecting NH GenZs as they transition through the…

Thursday, June 12, 202506/12/2025

Jeff Ask: What do Legal Immigrants Think About President Trump’s Enforcement Efforts?’

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WFEA’s The Morning Update Host Jeff Chidester answers the question – ‘What do legal immigrants think about President Trump’s immigration…

Thursday, June 12, 202506/12/2025

Nicole Silverio: Peaceful Rioters, a Confused Congresswoman, and When Illegal Isn’t a Crime

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Daily Caller News Foundation Media Expert Nicole Silverio delivers her weekly top audio/video clips of the week. On tap, this…

Thursday, June 12, 202506/12/2025

Military Expert Taylor Hathorn Explains Military Deployment to LA

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Military policy and cybersecurity expert Taylor Hathorn joins The Morning Update to explain how the deployment of the US Marines…

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