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, December 23, 202512/23/2025

Dr. Nate Shrader: Republicans, MAGA, and Conservatives

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All political parties go through changes, evolutions, and internal conflict, not just at the national level but also at the…

Tuesday, December 23, 202512/23/2025

NH State Senator Dan Innis: Healthcare Focus and 2026 Senate Focus

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We heard for months that ‘affordability’ needs to be the focus at every level of public policy. Yet many in…

Monday, December 22, 202512/22/2025

Turning Point AmericaFest and Is It Too Soon to Endorse for 2028

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Turning Point USA held the first major event since the assassination of its founder, Charlie Kirk. The Morning Update host…

Monday, December 22, 202512/22/2025

Falling Democratic Support

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A majority of Democrats and Undeclared (Independent) voters are having trouble supporting the Democratic Party/ Jeff plays audio from a…

Jeff Chidester Up Against the Wall

Monday, December 22, 202512/22/2025

Jeff’s Monday Morning Monologue (12-22-25): Lucas Ponzi Scheme, Claremont Wows, Economic Message

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Host Jeff Chidester, The Morning Update, kicks the short week off looking at the top five stories of the day,…

Monday, December 22, 202512/22/2025

NE Patriots Roundup: Never More, The Patriots Defeat the Ravens

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Sports analyst for WFEA – Manchester Media Group, Pete Tarrier, offers insight into the New England Patriots’ latest win over…

Monday, December 22, 202512/22/2025

NH Insurance Dept: Open Enrollment and Beyond Healthcare.gov

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New Hampshire Insurance Department’s Compliance and Enforcement Counsel Josh Hilliard joins The New Hampshire Update show to discuss the upcoming…

Monday, December 22, 202512/22/2025

Granite Recovery Centers: Navigating Changes in 2026

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Eric Ekberg joins us to discuss some of the accomplishments of the Granite Recovery Centers (GRC) in 2025, including expanded…

Monday, December 22, 202512/22/2025

AFP-NH Sarah Scott: NH’s 250 Anniversary Event, 2025 Accomplishments, Looking to 2026

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How did New Hampshire fare in 2025 for liberty-oriented legislation? What can New Hampshire expect from Concord in 2026? 2026…

Monday, December 22, 202512/22/2025

Dr. John Lappie: Democrat Autopsy, TPUSA-AmericaFest, 2028 Primary

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Turning Point USA (TPUSA) held its first major gathering since its founder, Charlie Kirk, was assassinated. What was the tone,…

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