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, July 30, 202607/30/2026

Business NH Magazine: July Startup Guide

In On-Demand

Matt Mowry and Christine Carignan, New Hampshire Business Magazine, join us in the studio to discuss the magazine’s annual ‘Start…

Thursday, July 30, 202607/30/2026

Nicole Silverio: A Fight Over The Senate Recess And Filibuster

In On-Demand

Capitol Hill Reporter Nicole Silverio, Daily Caller News Foundation, shares her top three stories of the week. John Thune Responds…

Thursday, July 30, 202607/30/2026

Harbor Care with Brian Tagliaferro : 22th Annual Veteran Stand Down

In On-Demand

On September 18, Harbor Care, along with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, Eversource, the U.S. Department of Labor, and…

Thursday, July 30, 202607/30/2026

Thom Brueckner: The Fed Holds Firm and Economic Foundation Remains Strong

In On-Demand

Financial expert, educator, and radio host Thom Brueckner joins The Morning Update for updated insight into the recent Federal Reserve…

Thursday, July 30, 202607/30/2026

Economic Expert Nicole Huyer: Progressive Policies Chasing People Away

In On-Demand

As more and more Blue States and Blue municipalities turn to progressive policies, such as higher taxes, a high mandatory…

Thursday, July 30, 202607/30/2026

WFEA: China Sending Shoulder Fired Missiles To Iran

In Jeff's Blog

Reuters reports that China will send 300-400 shoulder-fired air defense missiles to Iran. If delivered, the missiles will be used…

Wednesday, July 29, 202607/29/2026

Energy Expert Gabriella Hoffman: Rolling Back Unaffordable Green Energy Policies

In On-Demand

“Even if well-intended, climate policies inevitably drive up utility costs.” – Gabriella Hoffman, Director, Center for Energy and Conservation Frequent policy…

Wednesday, July 29, 202607/29/2026

Madeline Alfonso: The Concerning Data Related To The Marriage Index

In On-Demand

How healthy is the institution of marriage in America, and why is that question important? Digital expert Madeline Alfonso, Advancing…

Wednesday, July 29, 202607/29/2026

Task and Purpose: Actual Conflict Injuries In The Iranian Conflict Zone

In On-Demand

How does the Pentagon record those service members injured in combat? Recently, the Pentagon changed the classification of military members…

Wednesday, July 29, 202607/29/2026

Drew Cline: Government Run Grocery Stores and School Cell Phone Bans

In On-Demand

Can the government effectively run grocery stores? SHOULD the government run a grocery store? Drew Cline, Josiah Bartlett Center for…

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