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.
Thursday, June 26, 202506/26/2025
Michael Graham: NH Budget Deal Comes at Great Expense
In On-Demand
Michael Graham from the award-winning NH Journal calls into the show to discuss the shift in the NH Budget conversation…
Wednesday, June 25, 202506/25/2025
Drew Cline: Would You Like to Sip Bourbon While Getting a Haircut?
In On-Demand
Drew Cline from the Josiah Bartlett Center for Public Policy and host Jeff Chidester have a robust conversation regarding the…
Wednesday, June 25, 202506/25/2025
DEA Special Agent in Charge Paul Spera
In On-Demand
DEA Special Agent in Charge Paul Spera joins us in the studio to discuss the recent rise in overdose deaths,…
Wednesday, June 25, 202506/25/2025
Nate Shrader: After NYC Mayor’s Election, Could a Candidate Emerge in the Manchester Race
How does the political upset in the NYC Mayor’s race affect politics in NH? WFEA’s The Morning Update host Jeff…
Wednesday, June 25, 202506/25/2025
Patty Nieberg : Army to Brian Health of Soldiers
In On-Demand
What impact on the body and mind do high-powered weapons have on soldiers? Patty Nieberg from Task & Purpose shares…
Wednesday, June 25, 202506/25/2025
Scott Brown Challenges Pappas for US Senate
In On-Demand
Former U.S. Senator and U.S. Ambassador Scott Brown joins the show to announce his candidacy for the U.S. Senate against…
Tuesday, June 24, 202506/24/2025
Jason Routhe Murder Trial Paints a Picture of Disfunction at NH Corrections
In On-Demand
Investigative journalist Damien Fisher shares his latest story on the ongoing NH Corrections’ – Jason Routhe Murder Trial. This past…
Tuesday, June 24, 202506/24/2025
Dr. Nate Shreder: Trump’s Premature Ceasefire Announcement
In On-Demand
NEC Professor Dr. Nathan Shrader joins The Morning Update to discuss the regional and national implications of the mayor’s race…
Tuesday, June 24, 202506/24/2025
Brian Ryll: Addressing Group II Funding Deficiencies
In On-Demand
Brian Ryll, President of the Professional Fire Fighters of NH, joins WFEA’s The Morning Update to offer insight into the…
Tuesday, June 24, 202506/24/2025
NH State Senator Innis Considering a Run for US Senate
In On-Demand
State Senator Dan Innis provides additional insight into the very public debate regarding funding for the Group II pension and says he’s seriously considering a run for the US Senate against Chris Pappas.
