Your Money Matters with Jon Hansen

Dr. Gregg Lunceford, Wealth Advisor at Mesirow Wealth Management, joins Jon Hansen for a Mesirow Monday. Gregg continues his conversation on the importance of discussing your finances with your partner or spouse. Gregg talks about achieving financial success with your spouse and revisits financial infidelity to give one more reason people commit it. For more information, […]

Americaneagle.com CEO Tony Svanascini joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to talk about what Americaneagle.com is and what they mean when they say that their sole focus is on helping customers grow and achieve success. Listen in while Tony shares details surrounding this family owned and operated company that focuses on client success, delivering […]

Dr. Sterling Raskie, Senior Lecturer of Finance with the Gies College of Business at the University of Illinois-Urbana-Champaign, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss whether or not AI chatbots are actually trusted sources you should utilize for financial advice.

Mitch Lyons, Founder of Mitch Lyons Wealth, joins Jon Hansen to talk about what tools people can use to defend their savings. Mitch talks about Roth conversions, tax preparation, and more. Text Blueprint to 844-86-STEEL (844-867-8335) to speak with a pro to see what a conversion would look like for you, or go to MitchLyonsWealth.com to set an […]

Managing Director of Innovation DuPage, Dan Facchini, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss their 2nd annual Midwest Innovation and Entrepreneurship Summit, which will focus on AI, quantum, and the future of work. Joining them is Melissa Carter of Kameo Vintage to talk about how she helps women curate their wardrobes with vintage finds. Melissa […]

Tim Stearns, owner and president of TJ Stearns Financial Planning & Benefits, joins Jon Hansen to discuss filing your taxes, moving your money to a new advisor, and things that could be a conflict of interest. For more information, call 800-640-2256.

Steve Bugg, President & CEO of Great Lakes Credit Union, joins WGN's Jon Hansen to discuss how GLCU is celebrating Black History Month. Steve discusses investing in committees and how their builder loan helps members build credit. For more information, visit: www.glcu.org.

Employment lawyer Patrick Dolan of Conti and Dolan joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss today's mixed job market, non-compete agreements, worker misclassification and take listener questions.

Attorney Rae Kaplan of Kaplan Law Firm joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss the impending student loan cliff, emphasizing the urgency for action by May due to extended processing times at the Department of Education.

Dr. Gregg Lunceford, Wealth Advisor at Mesirow Wealth Management, joins Jon Hansen for a Mesirow Monday. Gregg continues his conversation on the importance of discussing your finances with your partner or spouse. What kind of financial secrets are people keeping, and what are they lying about? For more information, visit www.mesirow.com or call 877 Mesirow.

Brian Hoogeveen, The Cash Man from Americash Jewelry & Coin Buyers, joins Jon Hansen to discuss items that could be worth money. Looking to sell your silver or gold? What about 7UP bottles and WWI pins? Brian can help you and answer your questions! If you think you have items you'd like to have appraised, visit topcashbuyer.com or call (630) 969-9600

Health journalist Hannah Harris Green joins Jon Hansen to discuss social media companies that are being sued and plaintiffs alleging that the platforms severely damaged their mental health.

Real estate attorney Dave Schlueter, who works with the Law Offices of Dave Schlueter Ltd., joins Jon Hansen to discuss landlords, tenant obligations, and lease misconceptions. To learn more about what Dave Schlueter can help you with, go to schlueterlawoffice.com or call 1-630-285-5300.

Craig Bolanos, Founder and Wealth Advisor at VestGen Wealth Partners, joins Jon Hansen to discuss stock prices vs. earnings and when Fed rate cuts could occur. For more information, go to GetRetiredStayRetired.com.

Jen Morand, Chicago Auto Show General Manager, joins Jon Hansen to talk about how you can shop, compare, and experience the latest and greatest the auto industry has to offer at McCormick Place. For more information, visit www.chicagoautoshow.com.

Jon Hansen is joined by James Rodriguez, Senior Real Estate Reporter at Business Insider, to discuss how Airbnb hosts are making the most out of sports events in town. James talks about how much owners are spending on upkeep, his conversations with an economist, and the software people are buying to help them run their […]

Every week, a specialist from Mesirow Wealth Management joins Jon Hansen to discuss a different financial topic. This week, Managing Director and Wealth Advisor at Mesirow Dr. Gregg Lunceford joins Jon to discuss the importance of being financially ready if a spouse needs medical care. For more information, visit www.mesirow.com or call 877 Mesirow.

Megent Financial's Co-Owner Ron Whittingham joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss creating financial solutions for union members. Ron discusses investing advice, pensions, and the importance of educating members about their benefits to positively impact their retirement. For more information, call (708)444-1090.

Former WGN agri-business broadcaster Max Armstrong joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss the latest in agriculture news. Max talks about earlier planting by farmers, higher beef prices, Ukraine’s grain exports, and more!

Tim Stearns, owner and president of TJ Stearns Financial Planning & Benefits, joins Jon Hansen to discuss spending your money in retirement. Tim talks about building a sustainable withdrawal plan, optimizing for taxes, and more! For more information, call 800-640-2256.

Kelli Maria Korducki, Contributor at Business Insider, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to talk about how millennials are removing their age from their resumes. The two discuss workplace ageism and how people are revamping their resumes by making specific changes.

Dr. Gregg Lunceford, Wealth Advisor at Mesirow Wealth Management, joins Jon Hansen for a Mesirow Monday. Gregg talks about how couples need to have conversations about their finances. From focusing on what’s important to you and what your values are within the relationship, as well as the threats to the relationship financially. For more information, visit www.mesirow.com or […]

On this airing of Your Money Matters, January 28th 2026: Segment 1: It’s a Worker Wednesday! Phil Davidson, Communications Director at Mid-America Carpenters Regional Council, joins to discuss the reinstatement of the Job Corps. Segment 2: Mark Hamrick, Senior Economic Analyst at Bankrate, recaps the Fed meeting and consumer confidence. Segment 3: Question of the […]

Tom Appel, Publisher of Consumer Guide Automotive and host of the Consumer Guide Car Stuff podcast, joins Jon Hansen to discuss a ‘kill switch’ for cars to mandate impaired driving prevention systems. Plus, tips for maintaining your car while driving in the winter.

It’s the International Day of Clean Energy, and the Managing Director of Innovation DuPage, Dan Facchini, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters. The duo is joined by Joe Sheehan, owner and operator of JoJo Superfast EV Charging, to discuss clean energy and how his company is ready to build a charging network for electric vehicles. With 20 […]

Brian Hoogeveen, The Cash Man from Americash Jewelry & Coin Buyers, joins Jon Hansen to discuss items that could be worth money. Looking to sell your silver or gold? What about a Hot Wheels collection or a watch repair? Brian can help you and answer your questions! If you think you have items you'd like to have appraised, […]

Every Monday, Jon Hansen is joined by a specialist from Mesirow to discuss a different finance-related topic. In this episode, Sumit Desai, CFA Senior Vice President and Director of Research, joins Jon to discuss the benefits of having a financial advisor help guide you to your goals. To learn more, visit www.mesirow.com. 

Tom Fortino, Founder and Principal, Alpha Wealth Group, and host of “The Alpha Wealth Hour” on WGN Radio, joins Jon Hansen to discuss tax-free accounts and the importance of knowing what you own.

Tim Stearns, owner and president of TJ Stearns Financial Planning & Benefits, joins Jon Hansen to discuss how a financial plan is made. Jon gives Tim a customer scenario to see how creating a retirement plan would be mapped out at TJ Stearns. For more information, call 800-640-2256.

Every Monday, Jon Hansen is joined by a specialist from Mesirow to discuss a different finance-related topic. In this episode, Sumit Desai, CFA Senior Vice President and Director of Research, joins Jon to discuss speculation in the market and investing. Sumit shares how things have changed over the years in the market, research, and what […]

Brian Hoogeveen, The Cash Man from Americash Jewelry & Coin Buyers, joins Jon Hansen to discuss items that could be worth money. Looking to sell your silver or gold? What about a Hot Wheels collection or a watch repair? Brian can help you and answer your questions! If you think you have items you'd like to have appraised, […]

Mitch Lyons, founder of Mitch Lyons Wealth, joins Jon Hansen to talk about Roth IRA conversions. Additionally, Mitch discusses transitioning from the NFL to helping people secure their retirement. Text Blueprint to 844-86-STEEL (844-867-8335) to speak with a pro to see what a conversion would look like to you, or go to MitchLyonsWealth.com to set an appointment […]

Dave Schlueter of the Law Offices of David R. Schlueter joins Jon Hansen to discuss 3 options for selling your house in its current condition. To learn more about what Dave Schlueter can help you with, go to schlueterlawoffice.com or call 1-630-285-5300.

Tim Stearns, owner and president of TJ Stearns Financial Planning & Benefits, joins Jon Hansen to discuss the questions that you should be asking your financial advisor. From certifications and costs to how often you’ll communicate, Tim shares what’s important to ask. For more information, call 800-640-2256.

Steve Bugg, President & CEO of Great Lakes Credit Union, joins WGN's Jon Hansen to discuss the impact of GLCU and the GLCU Foundation in 2025. Steve highlights their local outreach, the organizations they’ve worked with, and how they empower young people and provide financial literacy. For more information, visit: www.glcu.org.

Ted Rossman, Senior Industry Analyst at Bankrate, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to talk about their latest survey on credit card debt and the latest news from the Fed.

Every Monday, Jon Hansen is joined by a specialist from Mesirow to discuss a different finance-related topic. In this episode, Sumit Desai, CFA Senior Vice President and Director of Research, joins Jon to discuss setting up for success in 2026. Sumit discusses inflation, market expectations over the long term, and how to protect your portfolio from rising rates. To […]

Angela Foster, Girl Scouts Cookie Program Manager, joins Jon Hansen to discuss how the Girl Scouts is teaching young girls entrepreneurial skills. Angela also discusses the number of participants, the program’s financial literacy component, and how the Girl Scouts builds confidence. For more information, visit www.girlscoutsgcnwi.org/

Craig Bolanos, Co-founder and Wealth Advisor at VestGen Wealth Partners, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss the latest market numbers. Craig discusses how the market has weathered uncertainty, but notes that three factors could cause a disruption. Plus, what Craig thinks we can expect from the jobs data that will be released on Friday. […]

Director at Get Covered Illinois Morgan Winters joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss how and when people can get health coverage. January 15th is the end of open enrollment and Morgan talks about the cost, information that you’ll need for the website, and financial assistance.

Every Monday, Jon Hansen is joined by a specialist from Mesirow to discuss a different finance-related topic. In this episode, Sumit Desai, CFA Senior Vice President and Director of Research, joins Jon to discuss his advice for 2026 and what to beware of. From tech stocks and diversification to the biggest market trends, Sumit breaks it […]

Tim Paradis, Future-of-work Correspondent at Business Insider, joins Jon Hansen to talk about employers monitoring employees. Plus, what people should be doing to get a promotion and raise. Read Tim’s full stories here: www.businessinsider.com/author/tim-paradis.