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.

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Friday, December 19, 202512/19/2025

Counter Conversation at MaryAnn’s Diner in Derry NH

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We took The Morning Update with jeff Chidester on its monthly Counter Conversation Roadtrip. In our first hour, we discuss…

Thursday, December 18, 202512/18/2025

Thom Brueckner: Positive Signs of a Strengthening Economy

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National-recognized financial expert and radio host, Thom Brueckner, from Retirement Intelligence, joins us to discuss the recent positive economic news…

Thursday, December 18, 202512/18/2025

Leading National Economist EJ Antoni: Positive Signs in Recent Jobs Report

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The recently released federal jobs report offered positive signs of an improving economy. One of the nation’s leading economists, EJ…

Thursday, December 18, 202512/18/2025

Jeff’s Thursday Morning Monologue (12-18-25): Trump Speech, the Economy, Healthcare

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Jeff starts the show discussing and reviewing audio from President Trump’s nationally televised speech. Did the President hit the right…

Thursday, December 18, 202512/18/2025

Superintendent of Schools Jennifer Chmiel: Updates from the Classroom

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Manchester School District Superintendent of Schools Jennifer Chmiel joins The Morning Update in the studio to provide an update on…

Thursday, December 18, 202512/18/2025

Damien Fisher: Claremont School District’s Financial Crisis Intensives

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Reporter Damien Fisher calls in to discuss the latest updates on the continuing financial crisis at the Claremont School District.…

Thursday, December 18, 202512/18/2025

Nicole Silverio: Conspiracy Theories and Candace Owens versus Piers Morgan

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Media Expert Nicole Silverio delivers the top two audio/video clips. Clip one is from VP Vance, who discusses the alleged…

Thursday, December 18, 202512/18/2025

Business NH Magazine: Hard Times for Some Nonprofits

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New Hampshire nonprofits are facing uncertain funding times. Shrinking federal and state funds and dwindling private-sector donations have NH non-profits…

Wednesday, December 17, 202512/17/2025

Jessica Vaughn: Immigration Pain Points Straining Our Systems

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Jessica Vaughn, Director of Policy Studies – Center for Immigration Studies, calls into The Morning Update Show to discuss the…

Wednesday, December 17, 202512/17/2025

Health Care Expert Joel White: Healthcare Coverage Debate

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Leading national Health Care Coverage expert Joel White, the President of the Council for Affordable Health Coverage (CAHC), discusses his…

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