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Jon Hansen is joined by Social Security Disability Attorney Jeffrey Rabin of The Law Offices of Jeffrey A. Rabin & Associates to talk about Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI). Jeff answers whether people can be on both, how people qualify for each, and answers listener questions. For more information, call 312-431-1000.
Jennifer Gartenberg, Managing Director at Mesirow, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss donating and charity. From gifting stocks to the tax benefits of gifting, Jennifer and Jon talk about this and more as we wrap up this year in finances. For more information, visit www.mesirow.com.
Jon Hansen, host and executive producer of the Block Club Chicago Podcast, joins Bob Sirott to share the latest Chicago neighborhood stories. Jon has details on: Christkindlmarket's New Capacity Limit Poses ‘Existential Threat' To Popular Holiday Market: Organizers: The city's new capacity restrictions at Christkindlmarket are less half what the market was allowed to hold […]
WGN Radio's Lou Manfredini, John Williams, Lisa Dent, Bob Sirott, John Landecker, Jon Hansen, Rollye James, Joe Romano, Hayley Boyd, Karen Conti, Steve Dale, David Hochberg and Dave Plier share what they are thankful for on this Thanksgiving Day. What are YOU thankful for?
Sarah Saril is a Deals Editor for Business Insider's Reviews team, and she joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters. Sarah shares her top Black Friday deals and how the day has changed over the years. To find a complete list of Sarah’s deals, visit www.businessinsider.com/guides/.
Employment lawyer Patrick Dolan of Conti and Dolan joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss holiday festivities in the workplace and the reason you should be asking why after being laid off. Plus, September job numbers and how AI will affect the workplace.
Adam Petraglia, Executive Director and Founder of Bricks of Hope, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss how his childhood cancer diagnosis led him to create the organization. Adam talks about how he hopes to provide moments of play and hope, and how he delivers LEGO sets to kids at local hospitals. To donate a […]
Chris Hohenstein of City Tree Delivery joins Jon Hansen to talk about getting a real tree in your home for the holidays. Plus, the two talk about how prices are looking in the industry, the growing online market, and more! Use promo code WGN15 for $15 off your next tree!
Head of Organics Policy and Research at Mill, Scott Smithline, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to talk about how Mill transforms your food scraps into nutrient-rich grounds. For more information on how to recycle your food with Mill, visit www.mill.com.
Every Monday, Jon Hansen is joined by a specialist from Mesirow to discuss a different topic surrounding finances. In this episode, Tiffany Irving, Senior Vice President and Wealth Advisor at Mesirow, joins Your Money Matters to talk about learning from financial missteps. Tiffany talks about the importance of knowing your money habits and pausing before making […]
The Mincing Rascals this week are John Williams of WGN Radio, Eric Zorn, publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, Austin Berg, Executive Director of the Chicago Policy Center and author of the The Last Ward, and Jon Hansen of WGN Radio and Block Club Chicago. This week, the Rascals kick off the podcast with ‘News or Noise.’ What are the news stories that are […]
The Mincing Rascals this week are John Williams of WGN Radio, Eric Zorn, publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, Austin Berg, Executive Director of the Chicago Policy Center and author of the The Last Ward, and Jon Hansen of WGN Radio and Block Club Chicago. This week, the Rascals kick off the podcast with ‘News or Noise.’ What are the news stories that are […]
The Mincing Rascals this week are John Williams of WGN Radio, Eric Zorn, publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, Austin Berg, Executive Director of the Chicago Policy Center and author of the The Last Ward, and Jon Hansen of WGN Radio and Block Club Chicago. This week, the Rascals kick off the podcast with ‘News or Noise.’ What are the news stories that are […]
Jon Hansen, host and executive producer of the Block Club Chicago Podcast, joins Bob Sirott to share the latest Chicago neighborhood stories. Jon has details on: Oldest Brewing School In The US Leaving For Canada, Citing Trump Visa Restrictions: The Siebel Institute of Technology and World Brewing Academy, which has been in Chicago for 157 […]
The Mincing Rascals this week are John Williams of WGN Radio, Eric Zorn, publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, Austin Berg, Executive Director of the Chicago Policy Center and author of the The Last Ward, and Jon Hansen of WGN Radio and Block Club Chicago. This week, the Rascals kick off the podcast with ‘News or Noise.’ What are the news stories that are […]
Michael Leonard, Federal Defense Attorney at Leonard Trial Lawyers, joins Jon Hansen to discuss updates on the 7th Circuit Appellate Court and Judge Sara Ellis. The court has temporarily blocked a preliminary injunction handed down by federal Judge Sara Ellis, which restricted how often agents could deploy chemical agents against protesters. Plus, the two discuss other trending […]
Sadie Rose, Vogelzang Law's bankruptcy team's supervising attorney, joins Jon Hansen on Let's Get Legal to discuss representing clients with asbestos-related diseases. Sadie and Jon discuss the Depo-Provera lawsuit and the injectable contraceptive, which has been linked to an increased risk of developing brain tumors. Sadie discusses how the manufacturer failed to warn people about the […]
Brian Hoogeveen from Americash Jewelry & Coin Buyers joins Jon Hansen to discuss items that could be worth money. If you think you have items you'd like to have appraised, visit topcashbuyer.com or call (630) 969-9600.
Founder and CEO of VitaLife, Davis Jaspers, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to talk about how his company is helping with weight loss. Using Bioscan Technology, they identify hormonal imbalances, metabolic slowdown, inflammation, and more. For more information, visit https://vitalife.com.
Scammers are targeting Veterans. President and CEO of the Better Business Bureau Steve Bernas joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss how scammers are pretending to be official VA representatives and demanding repayment for alleged benefits overpayments.
Brian Daniel, Founder, The Celebrity Personal Assistant Network, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss how people are working for the wealthy and leaving their traditional jobs. With salaries like 150k, 250k, or higher, more and more people are choosing these non-conventional jobs. From private chefs, nannies, and personal assistants, the options to […]
Tim Stearns, owner and president of TJ Stearns Financial Planning & Benefits, joins Jon Hansen to discuss getting all of your finances organized for the end of the year. Jon and Tim also talk about charities, FSAs, HSAs, and more! For more information, call 800-640-2256.
Quinn Myers, reporter, Block Club Chicago, joins Jon Hansen to discuss the rejection of the 2026 revenue ordinance proposed by Mayor Brandon Johnson. Quinn shares the Mayor’s thoughts on the rejection and what the plan is moving forward.
Every Monday, Jon Hansen is joined by a specialist from Mesirow to discuss a different financial topic. In this episode, Tiffany Irving, Senior Vice President and Wealth Advisor at Mesirow, joins Your Money Matters to talk about contributing to your 401(K) and increasing the contributions to it from your paycheck. For more information, visit www.mesirow.com or […]
Tom Appel, Publisher, Consumer Guide Automotive and host of the Consumer Guide Car Stuff podcast, joins Jon Hansen to talk about the latest car news. Tom gives listeners updates on Tesla, the new Lexus LS van, and GM removing Apple CarPlay.
Jon Hansen, host and executive producer of the Block Club Chicago Podcast, joins Bob Sirott to share the latest Chicago neighborhood stories. Jon has details on: Cannabis Dispensary Across From Wrigley Field Gets Final Approval From City Council: Entourage Holdings cleared its final zoning hurdle Friday, paving the way for the team to open after […]
Ben Szalinski, Statehouse reporter at Capitol News Illinois, joins Jon Hansen to talk about what is happening in Illinois politics. Ben discusses what was in the transportation bill, from funding to the addition of coordinated schedules. Plus, Ben shares what he’ll be keeping his eye on, like immigration updates and fallout from the government shutdown. […]
Brian Hoogeveen, The Cash Man from Americash Jewelry & Coin Buyers, joins Jon Hansen to discuss items that could be worth money. If you think you have items you'd like to have appraised, visit topcashbuyer.com or call (630) 969-9600.
Jon Hansen is joined by Social Security Disability Attorney Jeffrey Rabin of The Law Offices of Jeffrey A. Rabin & Associates to talk about how Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) are funded and more. Jeffrey answers listener questions about pensions and more! For more information, call 312-431-1000.
Craig Bolanos, Co-founder and Wealth Advisor at VestGen Wealth Partners, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss the latest market numbers. The two discuss AI platforms and technology, the S&P 500, and when we will receive economic data. For more information, go to GetRetiredStayRetired.com.
Steve Baranowski, Senior Vice President of Retail Lending at Marquette Bank, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to talk about the rising age of a first-time homebuyer. Plus, will equity be built on a 50-year mortgage? Steve breaks down all the numbers. For more information on how you can bank with Marquette, visit emarquettebank.mymortgage-online.com.
Tim Stearns, owner and president of TJ Stearns Financial Planning & Benefits, joins Jon Hansen to discuss the similarities between the year 1929 and today. Tim shares why you should look at what you’ve invested in, the evaluation of stocks, and understanding risk. For more information, call 800-640-2256.
Owner & Founder of Simple Flooring, Igor Patrascu, and Lead Estimator, John Ingo, join Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters. The trio chats about how quality flooring adds to your home’s value, red flags to watch for when getting estimates, and potential slip-ups people can encounter when doing projects themselves.
Every Monday, Jon Hansen is joined by a specialist from Mesirow to discuss a different topic surrounding finances. In this episode, Tiffany Irving, Senior Vice President and Wealth Advisor at Mesirow, joins Your Money Matters to talk about how they build customized plans for their customers based on what they want their retirement to look like. For […]
Jennifer Michalek, Assistant Director of Marketing and Communications for the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA), joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters. Jennifer explains who the organization is, what a radiologist does, and why RSNA keeps returning to Chicago.
Jon Hansen, host and executive producer of the Block Club Chicago Podcast, joins Bob Sirott to share the latest Chicago neighborhood stories. Jon has details on: Feds Clarify Prayer Ban at Broadview: Restrictions Only Apply On Federal Property: In a Friday phone call, a federal official told faith leaders and activists that there would be […]
Michael Leonard of Leonard Trial Lawyers and Employment Lawyer Patrick Dolan of Conti and Dolan join Jon Hansen to answer all listeners' legal questions. Mike and Patrick discuss ICE raids in Chicago, data breaches, and interviewing for jobs via video questions.
Steve Baranowski, Senior Vice President of Retail Lending at Marquette Bank, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to talk about Marquette’s history in Chicago. Steve shares what sets them apart from other banks, mortgage rates, and the advantages of getting a mortgage with Marquette Bank.
Craig Bolanos, Co-founder and Wealth Advisor at VestGen Wealth Partners, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss what Wall Street looks like since the government shutdown. Craig talks about tariffs, holiday spending, and more. For more information, go to GetRetiredStayRetired.com.
Managing Director of Innovation DuPage Dan Facchini joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss how their programs are helping businesses and organizations grow. Joining them is Adam Jeffries, the Founder and VP of Engineering at Safety Design. Adam shares the software they provide to companies to help them be more effective. If you're interested in […]
Steve Bugg, President & CEO of Great Lakes Credit Union, joins WGN's Jon Hansen to discuss how they are helping federal workers stay on their feet during the government shutdown. Steve also shares other programs they offer to members and how they are educating the community with their financial counselors. For more information, visit: www.glcu.org.
Jake Bleiberg, Cybersecurity Reporter for Bloomberg News, joined Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss his latest story about hackers and a connection to a Chicago company. Jake explains what a ransomware attack is, the frequency of attacks, and how these employees planned to extort millions of dollars from victims.
Jon Hansen is joined by Social Security Disability Attorney Jeffrey A. Rabin of The Law Offices of Jeffrey A. Rabin & Associates to talk about Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI). Jeff discusses how often people get their claims approved, the medical tests involved, and who qualifies for benefits. For more information, call […]
Real Estate Attorney Dave Schlueter, who works with the Law Offices of Dave Schlueter Ltd., joins Jon Hansen to discuss sharing information on where essential documents are after getting a serious medical diagnosis. To learn more about what Dave Schlueter can help you with, go to schlueterlawoffice.com or call 1-630-285-5300.
Jon Hansen, host and executive producer of the Block Club Chicago Podcast, joins Wendy Snyder (in for Bob Sirott) to share the latest Chicago neighborhood stories. Jon has details on: West Side's Soul Food Lounge Offers Weekly Free Meals To Help Those Cut Off From SNAP: Quinten Love, the owner of Soul Food Lounge, will […]
Kevin P. Durkin, Personal Injury Attorney and Partner at Clifford Law Offices, joins Jon Hansen on Let’s Get Legal to discuss the upcoming trial for the 2019 crash of a Boeing 737 MAX8 jet in Ethiopia. For more information on Clifford Law Offices, visit www.cliffordlaw.com.
Jon Hansen is joined by Social Security Disability Attorney Jeff Rabin of The Law Offices of Jeffrey A. Rabin & Associates to talk about Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and SSI. Jeff also discusses autism, cancer, and whether caregivers qualify for benefits. To reach Jeff, call 312-431-1000 or visit www.rabinsslaw.com.
Erin Russell of The Russell Firm joins Jon Hansen on Let's Get Legal to discuss defamation. From leaving fake negative reviews online to opinion dating boards, Erin breaks down what counts as defamation. For more information, call 312-994-2424.
Dr. Michael Lou, hospital medicine at Northwestern Medicine Palos Hospital, joins Jon Hansen, in for Dean Richards, for this week’s health update. They discuss the best foods to eat to avoid constipation and what to know about CKM syndrome.
Jon Hansen, in for Dean Richards, Dave Schwan and Andy Masur start the show talking about the upcoming Treetime event on Nov. 2 and get ready for Halloween. For today’s Far Flung Forecase, Dave takes us out to Rome, New York. Dr. Michael Lou, hospital medicine at Northwestern Medicine Palos Hospital joins Jon for this […]