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.

Tuesday, March 4, 202503/04/2025

Will Tariffs Lead To Shut Off Of Energy To America From Canada

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WFEA’s The Morning Update Host Jeff Chidester discusses the implementation of the tariffs and the Ontario Premier’s threats to shut…

Tuesday, March 4, 202503/04/2025

Bernie Sanders on a report of 100 billion dollars misused in 2023

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The Morning Update Host Jeff Chidester shares an interview with Vermont Senator Bernie Sanders on a report of 100 billion…

Tuesday, March 4, 202503/04/2025

Damien Fisher’s Report On Congresswoman Goodlander’s Town Hall

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Damien Fisher shares his report from Congresswoman Goodlander’s recent town hall. The topics of DOGE, the government shutdown, and pitchforks…

Tuesday, March 4, 202503/04/2025

The Impacts of Tariffs

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NH State Senator Dan Innis clarifies the impacts of tariffs and provides insight into the conversations related to DOGE, AI,…

Tuesday, March 4, 202503/04/2025

WFEA Morning Update Roundtable – NH’s Housing Crisis, Bail Reform, and DOGE

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The WFEA Morning Update Roundtable. Three panelists, George Hansel (former Mayor of Keene), Phil Sletten (NH Fiscal Insititute), and Scott…

Monday, March 3, 202503/03/2025

The Important Role Origination Plays in Developing Leadership Skills in Young Women

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Sharron McCarthy from Girls Inc NH (girlsincnh-dot-org) helps us understand the important role origination plays in developing leadership skills in…

Monday, March 3, 202503/03/2025

Senator Shaheen, Will She Run For Re-election, Or Will She Not?

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What will Senator Shaheen do?  Will she run for reelection, or will she not?  Michael Graham from NH Journal joins…

Monday, March 3, 202503/03/2025

The Delay In Filling the Ambassador to the UN Position

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The Hill’s Emily Brooks discusses the delay in filling the Ambassador to the UN position and how DOGE affects the…

Monday, March 3, 202503/03/2025

HB 652 & How It Impacts You

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NH Rep. JD Barnardy discusses HB 652, which helps improve the current family course system.  The changes in HB 652…

Monday, March 3, 202503/03/2025

Manchester’s City Budget & Retaining Critical Staffing Positions

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Manchester Mayor Jay Ruias starts by answering a question from a listener.  Mayor Ruias talks about the initial focus of…

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