The WFEA Morning Update
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.
Friday, April 11, 202504/11/2025
Are young males facing new social stigmas…?
In On-Demand
WFEA’s The Morning Update Host Jeff Chidester discusses social issues affecting the current generation of youth and society as a whole.
Friday, April 11, 202504/11/2025
How Ward Meetings are helping City Leaders in Manchester and the voting closes in the Pizza Madness Challenge.
In On-Demand
Andy Sylvia from Manchester Ink Link discusses the progression of the Pizza Madness challenge that Manchester Ink Link is running. Andy also provides an update on the ongoing Mayor’s Ward Meetings.
Friday, April 11, 202504/11/2025
Osborne talks House Budget.
In On-Demand
House Majority Leader Jason Osborne summarizes the NH House floor discussion and the recent votes leading to the passage of the House Budget.
Friday, April 11, 202504/11/2025
Why some New Yorkers were afraid to go outside…
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Political pundit Karl Zahan joins us to discuss an odd state about timber made by MSNBC pundit Chris Matthews, a bizarre counter-Hamas protest in NYC, and Tariffmania.
Friday, April 11, 202504/11/2025
How the Derry-Londonderry VFW is giving back to the community.
In On-Demand
Dan Stowers from the Derry-Londonderry VFW discusses their outreach programs and fundraising efforts. We focus on their upcoming 5K Walk, Fun-Run or Hike (with or without backpack). Find out more at vfw167-dot-org.
Friday, April 11, 202504/11/2025
Issues facing Senate Lawmakers and understanding how they approach crossover bills.
In On-Demand
NH Senate Minority Leader Rebecca Perkins – Kwoka provides her insight on crossover day and the NH House Budget. Sen. Perkins-Kwoka discusses a need to focus on the housing issue when the Senate takes up the crossover House Bills and the recently passed House budget.
Friday, April 11, 202504/11/2025
What makes Elected officials so special ?
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Should President Trump, members of his administration, and his allies be investigated for insider trading? WFEA Host Jeff Chidester shares audio from Sen. Adam Schiff and TV Host Stephanie Ruhle and discusses the more significant focus on insider trading in DC.
Thursday, April 10, 202504/10/2025
Brueckner sheds light on Wednesday’s surge on Wall St.
In On-Demand
Retirement Intelligence’s Radio Host, Thom Brueckner, made a special visit to WFEA’s The Morning Update to discuss the economic and market events that occurred on Wednesday, April 9th. Thom shared the numerous positive actions and reactions that transpired throughout the day.
Thursday, April 10, 202504/10/2025
Shrader offers insight on the first batch of candidates in New Hampshire’s Congressional races.
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NEC Professor Nathen Shrader joins WFEA’s The Morning Update to discuss the recent announcement that Lily Tang Williams was a candidate for the 2nd Congressional District seat and Maura Williams was a candidate for the 1st Congressional District seat.
Thursday, April 10, 202504/10/2025
The economic upheaval and challenges facing New Hampshire businesses.
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Matthew Mowry and Christine Carignan share their recent article exploring the possible effects of tariffs and potential economic upheaval on NH-based companies, especially NH exports.
