Podcast appearances and mentions of Jon Hansen

The Mincing Rascals this week are John Williams of WGN Radio, Eric Zorn, Publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, Austin Berg of the Illinois Policy Institute, Jon Hansen of WGN Radio and Block Club Chicago, and political pundit Marj Halperin! This week, the Rascals star the show talking about President Trump’s tax and policy bill. The Rascals break down the latest. Do […]

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 a mid-year financial check-in. Tiffany discusses budget changes, understanding where your money is going, and investing your money after […]

Isaac Reichman,​​​​ Director of Corporate Communications at Choose Chicago, joins Jon Hansen to discuss the success of the U.S. Travel Association's IPW. Isaac discusses the event, which is the largest international inbound travel trade show in the country, attracting thousands of travel buyers and media to Chicago.

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 today are Arden Warner and John Nelson, Co-Founders of Natural Science LLC. Arden and John talk about how they have developed a technology to help clean up oil spills. If you're […]

On this airing of Let’s Get Legal, Michael Leonard of Leonard Trial Lawyers and Patrick Dolan, Employment Lawyer of Conti & Dolan, join Jon Hansen. Michael Leonard breaks down the latest trending cases and the issue of birthright citizenship. Patrick Dolan discusses mental health leave and PTSD at work. And, Mildred V. Palmer, Founding Partner […]

Check it out before you throw it out with Americash! Brian Hoogeveen, The Cash Man from Americash Jewelry & Coin Buyers, joins Jon Hansen to talk about items that could be worth money. Brian talks about watches, baseball cards, and chats with a listener about her experience there. If you think you have items you'd like to have […]

The ‘Sausage Queen of Chicago, ' Nicole Makowski of Makowski’s Real Sausage Company, joins Jon Hansen for this month’s Your Hometown. Nicole shares the story of the company, discusses their move to a Lansing location, and recounts her journey in the business. For more information, visit www.realsausage.com

Angela Cummings is the Executive Director at the Illinois Chapter of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. She joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to share that construction workers are more likely to die by suicide than by worksite incidents. She and Jon discuss the importance of mental health and their upcoming Hike for […]

Shamus Toomey, Editor in Chief and co-founder of Block Club Chicago, joins Jon Hansen (in for Bob Sirott) to share the latest Chicago neighborhood stories. Shamus has details on: Wicker Park Neighbors Fight ‘Atrocious' Rat Problem In Dean Park. So Far, The Rats Are Winning: To document the ongoing infestation, two residents have been filming night-vision […]

Former Illinois Secretary of State Jesse White joins Jon Hansen (in for Bob Sirott) to talk about the “Off To College” Trunk Party that the Jesse White Foundation is hosting and what items they could use from our listeners. He also explains who benefits from the donations and who is eligible to receive a care […]

Karen Conti, Chicago trial attorney, joins Jon Hansen (in for Bob Sirott) to talk about where in the Constitution it addresses the authority to declare war and who can declare it. She also shares details about laws for how cool landlords must keep apartments in heat waves.

Anna Davlantes, WGN Radio's investigative correspondent, joins Jon Hansen (in for Bob Sirott) to share what happened this week in Chicago history. Stories include Michael Jordan’s final game with the Bulls, Cindy Crawford’s major contract, and the invention of the fireman’s pole.

Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Jon Hansen (in for Bob Sirott) to provide the latest news in entertainment. Jon and Dean talk about the death of Bobby Sherman and the end nearing of Diddy’s trial. They also share the apology from the “Cobra Kai” star to his co-star and what’s new on streaming […]

Tim Stearns, owner and president of TJ Stearns Financial Planning & Benefits, joins Jon Hansen to discuss how wars affect stocks and the markets. For more information on how Tim can help you plan your future, call 800-640-2256 or visit tjstearns.com.

Bob Clifford, the founder of Clifford Law Offices in Chicago, joins host Jon Hansen on Let's Get Legal to discuss the Air India crash of a Boeing 787. For more information on Clifford Law Offices, visit www.cliffordlaw.com.

Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Jon Hansen (in for Bob Sirott) to provide the latest news in entertainment. Jon and Dean share details about Dolly Parton’s residency in Vegas and why a “Cobra Kai” actor bit his co-star. They also talk about Brad Pitt’s reunion with Tom Cruise and his time in an […]

Jen Sabella, the Director of Strategy and co-founder of Block Club Chicago, joins Jon Hansen (in for Bob Sirott) to share the latest Chicago neighborhood stories. She provides details on: Looking For Unusual Salad Recipes? The 1926 Edgewater Beach Hotel Cookbook Has Them: Chef Arnold Shircliffe's “A Book Of Salads” was a first-of-its-kind cookbook that brought […]

Paul Nolte, Senior Wealth Advisor & Market Strategist for Murphy & Sylvest, joins Jon Hansen (in for Bob Sirott) to talk about how markets are reacting to activity in Israel and Iran. He also discusses the updated jobs report and the benefits of buying bonds.

Robert Sherman, NewsNation National Correspondent, joins Jon Hansen (in for Bob Sirott) to talk about the aftermath of President Trump’s ceasefire announcement for Israel and Iran and who made the first move after the announcement. He also discusses President Trump’s involvement on social media and his trip to the upcoming NATO summit.

Amanda Hoover, Senior Correspondent at Business Insider, joins Jon Hansen to discuss how men are leaving their jobs to help their wives. Amanda discusses how more than 80% of sellers on Etsy are women and how they are excelling with their shops.

Kaitlyn Wang, video journalist at The Wall Street Journal joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to talk about the journey of Pop Mart and their overnight sensation: The Labubu doll.

Michael Maienza, partner at Vogelzang Law, joined Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss the possible reconsideration of the ban on use of a type of asbestos in the United States. For more information, visit vogelzanglaw.com.

NewsNation White House correspondent Libbey Dean joins Jon Hansen (in for Bob Sirott) to talk about reactions from the members of Congress concerning the U.S. strikes on Iran and if there’s a possibility that Iran conducts operations at secret nuclear sites. NewsNation's national security contributor Lt. General Richard Newton also joins Jon to discuss how […]

Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Jon Hansen (in for Bob Sirott) to provide the latest news in entertainment. Jon and Dean share details about Pixar’s worst movie opening to date, the seventh week of Diddy’s trial, and an update on Cher’s son. They also talk about the death of Lynn Hamilton and the […]

Dr. Jeff Bohmer, Medical Director of the Emergency Department at Northwestern Medicine Central DuPage Hospital, joins Jon Hansen (in for Bob Sirott) to talk about staying safe in extreme heat and if these prescription medications have a correlation for increased risk of dementia. He also explains the difference between sunscreen made in America versus Europe […]

Every week, a specialist from Mesirow Wealth Management joins Jon Hansen to discuss a different financial topic. This week, Gary Pattengale, Advanced Planning Specialist and Wealth Advisor at Mesirow, joins Jon to discuss the benefits of an HSA, from triple tax advantages to time limitations and more. For more information, visit www.mesirow.com or call 877 […]

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: New Red Line Stations At Bryn Mawr, Berwyn, Argyle And Lawrence Opening Soon: The four new stations will officially open in late July, CTA officials said. The Lawrence and […]

Ja’Net Defell, President and CEO of Community Desk Chicago, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss Community Desk Chicago partnering with the City to form a grant program that will help Chicagoans build wealth and rehab vacant buildings in their communities.

Simon Grant, Senior Vice President and Managing Director of Busey Wealth Management, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to talk about how to teach your kids about money and improve their financial literacy this summer.

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: Wolf & Company's Restaurant, Cafe And Market — Attached To 606 Trail — Opens Monday: The sprawling spot from the team behind Little Bad Wolf and Gretel will be […]

Craig Bolanos, Founder and Wealth Advisor at VestGen Wealth Partners, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss how the markets are responding to a potential conflict in Iran and what the markets could look like if there is a war. For more information, go to GetRetiredStayRetired.com.

Steven Bugg, President & CEO of Great Lakes Credit Union, joins Jon Hansen to discuss the purpose of credit unions and the role they play in serving their members. Steven talks about who can join the credit union and emphasizes GLCU’s mission of putting their customers first. For more information, visit www.glcu.org.

It's a Mesirow Monday! Every week, a specialist from Mesirow Wealth Management joins Jon Hansen to discuss a different financial topic. This week, Gary Pattengale, Advanced Planning Specialist and Wealth Advisor at Mesirow, joins Jon to discuss the differences between an IRA, a Roth IRA, and a Roth 401(k). For more information, visit www.mesirow.com or […]

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 bankrupt defendants and the Depo-Provera lawsuit, and the injectable contraceptive which has been linked to an increased risk of developing brain tumors.

Tom Appel of Consumer Guide Automotive joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss the importance of rare earth metals and the changes that Ram is making in its vehicles.

Our Dakota Political Junkies discuss the two candidates in the running for the 2026 governor's race (so far): Jon Hansen and Toby Doeden.

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: Chicago Braces For Surge In Immigration Raids As Mayor Brandon Johnson Urges City To ‘Resist': The mayor's chief of staff said federal agents received notice to deploy to five […]

This week Amanda sits down for three separate interviews with Jon Hansen, Karla Lems, and Mark Lapka while in Washington DC as they put their boots to the pavement to meet with as many people as they can to discuss the importance of private property rights as it pertains to The Big Beautiful Bill.In this episode of 'The Heart of Rural America' podcast, host Amanda Radke speaks from Washington D.C. alongside key South Dakota legislators, discussing significant agricultural and private property issues. The episode is highlighted by interviews with Jon Hansen, Speaker of the House, and Mark Lapka, a first-term senator, focusing on the fight against the Green New Deal and defending landowners' rights. They delve into efforts to remove the 45Q tax credit, which funds carbon sequestration projects seen as detrimental to private property rights. Additionally, the episode touches on broader topics such as fiscal responsibility, wind and solar energy projects, and potential threats from mandatory EIDs in cattle. Prominent themes include upholding constitutional rights, maintaining fiscal sanity, and pushing back against overreaching government policies. The show wraps up with anticipation for a Landowner Victory Party celebrating these collective efforts.Presented by Bid on Beef | CK6 Consulting | CK6 Source | Real Tuff Livestock Equipment | Redmond RealSalt | By-O-Reg+ | Dirt Road RadioSave on Redmond Real Salt with code RADKE at https://shop.redmondagriculture.com/Check out Amanda's agricultural children's books here: https://amandaradke.com/collections/amandas-books

Dr. Kim Dennis, Co-Founder, CEO, and Chief Medical Officer of SunCloud Health, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss why summer is a critical time for teens to access mental health support. The two discuss how summer can lead to social isolation in kids and how SunCloud’s programs can help. For more information, visit suncloudhealth.com […]

Real Estate Attorney Dave Schlueter, who works with the Law Offices of Dave Schlueter Ltd., joins Jon Hansen to discuss why you shouldn’t be your home contractor. To learn more about what Dave Schlueter can help you with, go to schlueterlawoffice.com or call 1-630-285-5300.

Certified fraud examiner, Professor at Governors State University, and expert on all things fraud, William Kresse, joins Jon Hansen to discuss fake IDs. Professor Kresse discusses the amount of money students are paying for them, how the TSA is catching them, and the possible dangers of having one.

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 ‘We Walk For Her' March, Locals Call For New City Office Dedicated To Missing Black Women And Girls: Now in its eight year, the “We Walk for Her” […]

It's a Mesirow Monday! Every week, a specialist from Mesirow Wealth Management joins Jon Hansen to discuss a different financial topic. This week, Gary Pattengale, Advanced Planning Specialist and Wealth Advisor at Mesirow, joins Jon to discuss his background as a CPA and how he approaches wealth advising. For more information, visit www.mesirow.com or call […]

Statehouse Reporter for Capitol News Illinois, Ben Szalinski, joined Jon Hansen on Let's Get Legal to talk about the latest state legal news. Ben gives his key takeaways from the budget. From spending growth and new revenue to possible transit layoffs, Ben and Jon discuss what’s in the latest Illinois budget.

John and Andie Larson are the father-daughter duo that make up Larson Law Group. They join Jon Hansen on Let’s Get Legal to discuss their journey to creating the law firm and one of their focus being medical malpractice and opioid abuse. Plus, the trio discusses the statute of limitations on opioid overdoses and the […]

Check it out before you throw it out with Americash! Brian Hoogeveen, The Cash Man from Americash Jewelry & Coin Buyers, joins Jon Hansen to talk about 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.

Connor Metz, Flock Safety spokesperson, joins Jon Hansen to discuss how their cameras track cars and whether they are overstepping with surveillance.

Craig Bolanos, Founder and Wealth Advisor at VestGen Wealth Partners, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss how the tariffs are affecting the market, making data-driven decisions, and diversifying your portfolio. For more information, go to GetRetiredStayRetired.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: Chicago Is Sinking: Land Under Our Feet Is Retreating More Than Most Cities: Chicago is the fifth-fastest-sinking major city in the United States, according to a new study. While […]

Today's episode is sponsored by Rush University Medical Center.May is National Nurses Month, and on this episode, we chat with two nurses at Rush to find out why they love their job, and what sets Rush apart. Nursing remains the country's most trusted profession. Medical centers across the country are counting on a new generation of nurses to fill a critical shortage, and keep the job's legacy strong.  Want to donate to our non-profit newsroom? CLICK HEREWho we areBlock Club Chicago is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit news organization dedicated to delivering reliable, relevant and nonpartisan coverage of Chicago's diverse neighborhoods. We believe all neighborhoods deserve to be covered in a meaningful way.We amplify positive stories, cover development and local school council meetings and serve as watchdogs in neighborhoods often ostracized by traditional news media.Ground-level coverageOur neighborhood-based reporters don't parachute in once to cover a story. They are in the neighborhoods they cover every day building relationships over time with neighbors. We believe this ground-level approach not only builds community but leads to a more accurate portrayal of a neighborhood.Stories that matter to you — every daySince our launch five years ago, we've published more than 25,000 stories from the neighborhoods, covered hundreds of community meetings and send daily and neighborhood newsletters to more than 130,000 Chicagoans. We've built this loyalty by proving to folks we are not only covering their neighborhoods, we are a part of them. Some of us have internalized the national media's narrative of a broken Chicago. We aim to change that by celebrating our neighborhoods and chronicling the resilience of the people who fight every day to make Chicago a better place for all.