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, August 14, 202508/14/2025

Business NH Magazine: 2025 Special Report on Higher Education

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Matt Mowry, Christine Carignan, and host Jeff Chidester talk about Business NH Magazine‘s spotlight article of the month – 2025…

Wednesday, August 13, 202508/13/2025

Abbie Trombly: Keene Standoff and Fatal Police Involved Shooting

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WKBK News Director Abbie Trombly joins The Morning Update to report on the Keene standoff that ended in a fatal…

Simon Hankinson, Immigration - Foreign Service Expert

Wednesday, August 13, 202508/13/2025

Simon Hankinson: DEI Diplomats and Woke Commandments

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Former US Foreign Service Officer, Immigration Expert, and Author Simon Hankinson shares a recent article about the antics of three…

Wednesday, August 13, 202508/13/2025

Patty Nieberg: The Effects of Burn Pits on Vietnam Veterans

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Have some Vietnam veterans been exposed to poisonous chemicals due to burn pits? Reporter Patty Nieberg from Task & Purpose…

Wednesday, August 13, 202508/13/2025

NH Banker Association: Financial Planning with Bar Harbor Wealth Management

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The NH Bankers Association and financial planning expert Nancy Silva, VP Senior Wealth Manager – Bar Harbor Wealth Management, join…

Wednesday, August 13, 202508/13/2025

Thom Brueckner: Economic Numbers Are Strong, But One Factor Has Economist Concerned

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Financial expert and Radio Host Thom Brueckner joins us to discuss the latest Consumer Price Index inflation number and the…

Wednesday, August 13, 202508/13/2025

Drew Cline: Does Competition Makes Schools Stronger – Better?

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Is competition in public K-12 schools good for the strength of our schools and the education of our students? The…

Tuesday, August 12, 202508/12/2025

Damien Fisher: Why is a Chinese company buying land in Nashua?

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Investigative journalist Damien Fisher shares his recent story on the controversial $67 million land purchase by a Chinese-based beverage company.…

Tuesday, August 12, 202508/12/2025

Walter McFarlane: Why Gerrymandering Poses a Real Danger to Fair Elections in 2026 (Audio)

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Public policy advocate Walter McFarlane joins the show to talk about his recent article on gerrymandering – ‘Why Gerrymandering Poses…

Tuesday, August 12, 202508/12/2025

Hollie Novalinsky : Sanctuary State Policies Threaten American Workers (Audio)

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How do state sanctuary policies affect small businesses and threaten the American worker? Small business owner, veteran, and former nurse…

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