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.

Jeff Chidester Up Against the Wall

Monday, August 25, 202508/25/2025

Jeff Chidester: Who Failed Claremont Schools?

In On-Demand

The Morning Update host, Jeff Chidester, discusses the failure of leadership at the SAU#6 Claremont School District. Facing millions of…

Monday, August 25, 202508/25/2025

Jeff Chidester: VP Vance Debates Gerrymandering

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How will Americans respond to the gerrymandering battle going on between the Republicans and the Democrats across the country? The…

Monday, August 25, 202508/25/2025

Sarah Scott: NH – Seventh Largest Average Tax Cuts from ‘Big, Beautiful Bill’

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Policy Expert Sarah Scott, Deputy Director – NHAFP, talks about a recent Seacoast Online report that showed how much money…

Monday, August 25, 202508/25/2025

John Lappie: Millions of Democrats are Fleeing the Party, Why?

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Why are millions of Democrats fleeing the party? Does that mean that they have all moved to the Republican Party?…

Friday, August 22, 202508/22/2025

Bill Weideacher: House Market Updates

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Real Estate Adviser and ‘Counter Conversations’ sponsor joins us at Mary Ann’s Diner to discuss the changing landscape of the…

Friday, August 22, 202508/22/2025

Jeff Chidester: Great Breafast and Staff at Mary Ann’s Diner

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Jeff learned the history and the favorite items on the menu, and why so many people make Mary Ann’s Diner…

Friday, August 22, 202508/22/2025

Sen. Tim McGough: Quick Review and Thoughts for the Rest of 2025

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We had a wonderful visit from NH State Senator Tim McGough (pronounced ‘Mug-you’) while we were broadcasting from Mary Ann’s…

Thursday, August 21, 202508/21/2025

Nicole Silverio: Fighting Mayor Michelle Wu and Angry Hippies

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Media Expert Nicole Silverio, Daily Caller News Foundation, hops on the show and delivers two of the top audio clips…

Thursday, August 21, 202508/21/2025

Gregg Pemberton: The Facts About Crime and Law Enforcement in DC

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Greg Pembereton is a 20+ veteran of the Washington DC Metropolitan Police Department (MPD), and was elected by his peers…

Thursday, August 21, 202508/21/2025

Jeff Chidester: Should Taxpayer Money Be Used To Support INTEL?

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Should taxpayer dollars be spent to purchase a percentage of INTEL? The only correct answer is ‘hell no.’ Host Jeff…

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