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, September 4, 202509/04/2025

Business NH Magazine: The Struggles and Strengths of Family Businesses

In On-Demand

Business NH Magazine Matt Mowry and Christine Carignan join to discuss the topic ‘The Struggles and Strengths of Family Businesses.’…

Thursday, September 4, 202509/04/2025

Thom Brueckner: Trump Is Right About The Housing Crisis

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What effect does the lack of affordability and availability of housing have on younger generations? How has the lack of…

Wednesday, September 3, 202509/03/2025

Dr. Kristen Markwith: Understanding Neuropathy Part Three: Idiopathic Neuropathy

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Some neurophy cases have nothing to do with diabetes or chemotherapy. Dr. Kristen Marwith from Trend Acupuncture joins us to…

Jeff Chidester Up Against the Wall

Wednesday, September 3, 202509/03/2025

Jeff Chidester: Contunued Concern Regarding The Claremont School Crisis

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The Morning Update Host Jeff Chidester discusses details from the Claremont School Board meeting held on September 2nd.

Wednesday, September 3, 202509/03/2025

Carrie Sheffield: An Example Of Another Case Of Media Bias

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Is there a media bias as it pertains to reporting on candidates from different political affiliations? Do some in the…

Wednesday, September 3, 202509/03/2025

Patty Nieberg: On The Streets Of DC With the National Guard

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How do members of the National Guard feel about the deployment in DC? How have the interactions between the National…

Wednesday, September 3, 202509/03/2025

Jeff Chidester: The Lack Of Leadership In Chicago

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The Morning Update Host, Jeff Chidester, discusses the lack of leadership in major cities across the country, which find their…

Wednesday, September 3, 202509/03/2025

Drew Cline: Is Mayor Ruais A Role Model For Other Public Servants?

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Drew Cline joins us to discuss these points, as well as to talk about how we gauge the success of…

Tuesday, September 2, 202509/02/2025

Heather McGrail: Access Conference

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ACCESS 2025: Economic Growth Conference will be held on September 16, starting at 7:30 am. Heather McGrail, CEO of Greater…

Tuesday, September 2, 202509/02/2025

Grover Norquist: End The Taxation Of Inflation (And More Ideas)

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What else should Congress be considering to create a stronger economy? Grover Norquist, Americans for Tax Reform (ATR), pops onto…

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