Podcast appearances and mentions of Jon Hansen

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: Turn Back Time Records And Coffee In Irving Park Offers Neighbors A New ‘Third Space': Couple Emiley Kiser and Patrick Kapp launched their shop with a 5,000-album collection they […]

Tom Appel, Publisher of Consumer Guide Automotive and host of the Consumer Guide Car Stuff podcast, joins Jon Hansen to discuss an EV that will run errands for you. Plus, BMW car recalls and more.

Dr. Bal Nandra, Founder and Medical Director of IV Solutions and Ketamine Centers of Chicago, joins Jon Hansen to talk about Transform RX. Dr. Bal Nandra answers questions about side effects and muscle loss, and Jon gives listeners an update on how his health journey is going. For more information, call 844-9-NEWYOU.

Patrick Dolan, Employment Lawyer at Conti & Dolan, joins Jon Hansen to discuss all things employment law. The duo talks about promotions, severance pay, and arguments with your boss. To learn more about how Patrick can help you, call him at 1-312-332-7800 or visit contidolanlaw.com.

The Evans Scholars Invitational returns from July 23–26 at The Glen Club in Glenview, Illinois. Chris Montagano, Tournament Director of the Evans Scholars Invitational, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss the event and what attendees can expect. From yoga on the green to a family fun day, the Invitational will be full […]

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: Hagen's Fish Market Celebrates 80 Years As 4th Generation Takes Over: Eric Johnson, the 27-year-old great-grandson of one of the founders, now leads the family business — home to […]

This week on the Business of Good, presented by BCU: Heart of the City Sports – Empowering youth through soccer and education. Jon Hansen shares how Heart of the City is introducing kids to soccer and offering free, introductory experiences for the community. To learn more about how BCU can help you with your banking, visit […]

Lenny Feil, Designated Managing Broker and Owner at Century 21 Harthside Realtors, joins Jon Hansen for the Front Porch Report. Lenny breaks down the 4-3-2-1 real estate rule. You can buy a 4-unit building as your first property, live in one unit while renting out the others, and build equity. After a few years, you’d move […]

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: At ‘Downtown Day,' Chicago Teens Learn That The City Center ‘Belongs To Everybody': Amid larger talks over “teen takeovers” and other gatherings, My Block, My Hood, My City's “Downtown […]

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 K-shaped economy, AI driving up markets, and the housing market widening the gap between classes. To learn more, visit www.mesirow.com.  

Patrick Dolan, Employment Lawyer at Conti & Dolan, joins Jon Hansen to discuss all things employment law. In a discussion about secretly recording a meeting, salary hours, and age discrimination, Patrick talks about ways to address these issues and more. Plus, how Illinois is addressing AI in the workplace, from hiring processes to monitoring work. To […]

Criminal Defense Attorney Michael Leonard of Leonard Trial Lawyers joins Jon Hansen to discuss trending news in the legal landscape. Mike also shares his experience attending the hearing of the US Attorney for the Northern District of illinois for a complaint that was filed. For more information about Michael Leonard, visit leonardtriallawyers.com

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 an autographed item from Kobe Bryant or Magic: The Gathering cards? Brian can help you and answer your questions! If you think you have items you'd like […]

Tom Fortino, Founder and Principal, Alpha Wealth Group, and host of “The Alpha Wealth Hour” on WGN Radio, joins Jon Hansen to discuss wealth transfers to the next generation. The two also discuss parents enjoying their retirement and not leaving money behind for their kids. TUNE IN to WGN Radio and listen to The Alpha Wealth […]

Steve Bugg, President & CEO of Great Lakes Credit Union, joins WGN's Jon Hansen to discuss the benefits of banking with a credit union in today’s economy. Steve shares how credit unions are designed to return value to their members. From low fees to free checking accounts and more! GLCU members can also easily get cash […]

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. They are joined by Sam Rose, Founder of RoseBud Ice Cream, to discuss RoseBud’s soft serve ice cream in portable pouches. Sam shares how his experience working in an ice cream shop […]

Tim Stearns, owner and president of TJ Stearns Financial Planning & Benefits, joins Jon Hansen to discuss life insurance. Tim explains how it can be complicated to figure out, but he outlines which types of insurance are best for your situation. For more information, call 800-640-2256.

Lenny Feil, Designated Managing Broker and Owner at Century 21 Harthside Realtors, joins Jon Hansen for the Front Porch Report. Lenny shares his journey in real estate and tells the story of a couple whose lives changed after an accident and how Lenny helped them find a home. For more information, visit lennyfeil.com or call 708-870-0514.

Every Monday, Jon Hansen is joined by a specialist from Mesirow to discuss a different finance-related topic. In this episode, Sumit Desai, Senior Vice President and Director of Research, joins Jon to discuss high inflation, the widening wealth gap, and whether the AI boom will end like the dot-com bubble. Plus, how Mesirow builds toolkits […]

Jon Hansen, host of Your Money Matters and Let's Get Legal and host and executive producer of the Block Club Chicago Podcast, joins John Landecker on the program for some good news all across Chicago for another segment of Extremely Landecker News. We have a Chicago Bar Sky Ride Tap to check out and more!

Certified fraud examiner, Professor at Governors State University, and expert on all things fraud, William Kresse, joins Wendy Snyder, in for Jon Hansen, to discuss the latest scams. From job offers and text messages to fake party invites, fraud never sleeps.

Faran Krentcil, Business of Fashion columnist and founder of fashionista.com, joins Wendy Snyder, in for Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters, to discuss fashion trends that are recession indicators. Plus, the brands that are ready to step up for Taylor Swift’s wedding. To stay up to date on everything fashion, follow Faran on www.hifaran.com or Instagram @farankrentcil

Ben Szalinski, Statehouse reporter at Capitol News Illinois, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to break down Gov. JB Pritzker's latest batch of bills from new environmental standards to expanded in-state tuition access and consumer protections and what they mean for Illinois residents. To read more of Ben's reporting, visit https://capitolnewsillinois.com/news/

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: Frosty Fridays Has Become Chicago's Newest Lake Michigan Morning Meetup: The weekly sunrise plunge, which bears similarities to the defunct Friday Morning Swim Club, started this spring with 15 […]

Lenny Feil, Designated Managing Broker and Owner at Century 21 Harthside Realtors, joins Jon Hansen for the Front Porch Report. Lenny talks about what suburbs are the absolute best when downsizing and highlights neighborhoods like Tinley Park and Aurora for ranches, and Palatine and Naperville for condos. For more information, visit lennyfeil.com or call 708-870-0514.

Stephen Kates, Founder of Clocktower Financial Consulting, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss a recent report on why American workers are taking home a smaller share of the nation's income, which has fallen to its lowest level since 1947. For more information about Stephen, visit https://www.clocktowerfinancial.co/

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: Pride Parade Sees LGBTQ+ Community Celebrate Unity Despite Attacks: ‘They Can't Take Our Joy': The 55th annual Pride Parade Sunday was a celebration of freedom of identity and expression […]

Sean O'Kane, Senior Reporter of Transportation at TechCrunch, joins Jon Hansen to discuss Waymo and Uber parting ways in Phoenix, launch company Rocket Lab buying satellite operator Iridium, and President Trump restricting Swedish electric vehicle manufacturer Polestar from selling in the US. To read more stories that Sean has covered, visit techcrunch.com/author/sean-okane/.

Michael Leonard, Federal Defense Attorney at Leonard Trial Lawyers, joins Jon Hansen on Let's Get Legal to discuss how the federal death penalty still exists even though Illinois has abolished its state death penalty, Supreme Court gun decisions, and more.

Attorney Audriana Anderson joins Jon Hansen to discuss the anonymous tip that launched an investigation into the family of Pete Buttigieg and what kind of cases people have if their family is impacted by a similar tip. For more information, visit andersonaa.com or call 630-877-5800.

Connell McShane, anchor of ‘NewsNation Live with Connell McShane,’ joins Jon Hansen, filling in for John Williams, to talk about President Trump not signing a bipartisan housing bill until the Senate passes the SAVE Act.

Dr. Bal Nandra, Founder and Medical Director of IV Solutions and Ketamine Centers of Chicago, joins Jon Hansen, filling in for John Williams, to answer all of your questions about weight loss medications. For more information, call 844-9-NEWYOU.

Connell McShane, anchor of ‘NewsNation Live with Connell McShane,’ joins Jon Hansen, filling in for John Williams, to talk about President Trump not signing a bipartisan housing bill until the Senate passes the SAVE Act.

Dr. Bal Nandra, Founder and Medical Director of IV Solutions and Ketamine Centers of Chicago, joins Jon Hansen, filling in for John Williams, to answer all of your questions about weight loss medications. For more information, call 844-9-NEWYOU.

Connell McShane, anchor of ‘NewsNation Live with Connell McShane,’ joins Jon Hansen, filling in for John Williams, to talk about President Trump not signing a bipartisan housing bill until the Senate passes the SAVE Act.

Dr. Bal Nandra, Founder and Medical Director of IV Solutions and Ketamine Centers of Chicago, joins Jon Hansen, filling in for John Williams, to answer all of your questions about weight loss medications. For more information, call 844-9-NEWYOU.

Craig Bolanos, Founder and Wealth Advisor at VestGen Wealth Partners, joins Jon Hansen, filling in for John Williams, to talk about the possibility of interest rate hikes as the Fed looks to combat inflation, how SpaceX is doing after the initial IPO, why AI stocks were hit hard this week, the bipartisan housing bill that is waiting […]

Segment 1: Craig Bolanos, Founder and Wealth Advisor at VestGen Wealth Partners, joins Jon Hansen to talk about the possibility of interest rate hikes as the Fed looks to combat inflation, how SpaceX is doing after the initial IPO, why AI stocks were hit hard this week, the bipartisan housing bill that is waiting to signed by President […]

Jim Hansen, Senior Property Manager at Fashion Outlets of Chicago, joins Jon Hansen to talk about being awarded #1 outlet mall in America by USA Today. This ever-expanding shopping center features over 130 world class retailers across fashion, beauty, and athletics. Located just 5 minutes from O'Hare, and convenient for both travelers and locals, The […]

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? Want to know why Brian calls them cents and not pennies? Brian can help you and answer your questions! If you think you have items you'd like to have […]

Candidates Dusty Johnson and Jon Hansen did not make the Republican runoff election. But in a four-way race, not winning doesn't equate to losing. Journalist Kevin Woster takes a look at what it means to win in American politics.

The great Mr. Fix-It, Lou Manfredini, joins Jon Hansen, filling in for John Williams, to tell us the projects we need to be working on this week. Lou talks about all the rain we’ve been getting and the best way to protect your home from flooding. And Lou recommends a product that will solve all of your […]

After 3 weeks and 45,000 votes, we finally have a the winner of our inaugural Chicagoland’s Best Hot Dogs Tournament, sponsored by The Puckered Pickle Company. Jon Hansen (in for John Williams) was joined by Chicago’s Very Own Eats Podcast co-host/bracketologist Michael Piff and Luke Newman from The Puckered Pickle Company to make the announcement […]

After 3 weeks and 45,000 votes, we finally have a the winner of our inaugural Chicagoland’s Best Hot Dogs Tournament, sponsored by The Puckered Pickle Company. Jon Hansen (in for John Williams) was joined by Chicago’s Very Own Eats Podcast co-host/bracketologist Michael Piff and Luke Newman from The Puckered Pickle Company to make the announcement […]

The great Mr. Fix-It, Lou Manfredini, joins Jon Hansen, filling in for John Williams, to tell us the projects we need to be working on this week. Lou talks about all the rain we’ve been getting and the best way to protect your home from flooding. And Lou recommends a product that will solve all of your […]

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: World Cup Events: Where To Watch And How To Celebrate In Chicago: Local bars, restaurants and other businesses are trying to meet an intense demand […]

After 3 weeks and 45,000 votes, we finally have a the winner of our inaugural Chicagoland’s Best Hot Dogs Tournament, sponsored by The Puckered Pickle Company. Jon Hansen (in for John Williams) was joined by Chicago’s Very Own Eats Podcast co-host/bracketologist Michael Piff and Luke Newman from The Puckered Pickle Company to make the announcement […]

Michael Leonard, Federal Defense Attorney at Leonard Trial Lawyers, joins Jon Hansen on Let's Get Legal to discuss what happens in college disciplinary proceedings. Michael also talks about preparing students to testify and the need for student rights.

Patrick Dolan, Employment Lawyer at Conti & Dolan, joins Jon Hansen to discuss the case of a Unitarian Universalist employee who went against her company and what she claimed. Patrick shares how the company was challenged, the Pope commenting on AI and seeking religious exemptions in general. For more information, visit www.contidolanlaw.com or call 312-332-7800.

Dave Schlueter of the Law Offices of David R. Schlueter joins Jon Hansen on Let’s Get Legal to discuss basement floods and selling homes. Can you go after the seller for not disclosing prior flooding? Dave shares what can happen to sellers if they withhold that information or lie. Plus Dave answers listener questions about estate planning.