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: The Great Lakes Could Be At Risk Due To Data Centers Powering AI, Study Warns: Increasing and unprecedented demand for Great Lakes water from industries racing to build more […]

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: The ‘Mayor Of Mayfair' Has Been Cleaning Up His Northwest Side Neighborhood For 26 Years: Wally Eliason started picking up trash around his Mayfair home after he retired in […]

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: Riot Mike Gets A John Stamos Tattoo To Bring ‘Full House' Star To Riot Fest: The tattoo is just one of the actor's demands to appear at the Chicago […]

Erin Russell of The Russell Firm joins Jon Hansen on Let's Get Legal to discuss an Ohio woman who had her car repossessed by a dealership, so she registered the name of the dealership for herself. Plus, Erin talks about Columbia Sportswear and Columbia University’s battle over clothes and more!

Attorney Audriana Anderson joins Jon Hansen to discuss the Illinois ban on ticketing students in school. Audrey explains how students would get ticketed before, and she talks about what the ban could mean for schools and students. For more information, visit andersonaa.com or call 630-877-5800.

Mildred V. Palmer, Founding Partner at Navigant Law Group, joins Jon Hansen on Let's Get Legal to discuss estate planning. Woman-owned and operated, the team handles everything from business law to wills, trusts, and estate administration. Millie talks about the importance of children granting their parents Power of Attorney. Plus, she also talks about estate taxes […]

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: Bam Bam Facing Medical Challenges After Rescue, But Donations Will Help Fund Recovery: Money raised for the service dog's search will now go toward his unexpected medical expenses, a […]

Michael Leonard, Federal Defense Attorney at Leonard Trial Lawyers, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss a Mississippi law requiring age verification for social media and the involvement of the Supreme Court. For more information, call 312-380-6559

Jon Hansen, filling in for Lisa Dent, checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories.

Host of Booth 46 Steve Dale joins Jon Hansen, filling in for Lisa Dent, to discuss the launch of his new podcast, Booth 46. Dale previews the debut episode and some other guests lined up. You can listen to the first episode, featuring Albert Friedman and Lou Raizin, here.

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: Private Pools Across Chicago Shut Down All Summer Thanks To Health Dept. Delays: Residents, contractors and building managers say a newly enforced state law and a short-staffed public health […]

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). He also talks about the mental health aspects of SSDI and general rules for applying. Jeffrey also answers listener questions. For more […]

Lou Manfredini joins Jon Hansen, filling in for Lisa Dent, in his new weekly segment, Lou's To Do List, sponsored by Perma-Seal. Lou answers any questions you have about projects on your to-do lists.

Molly DeVore, reporter with Block Club Chicago, joins Jon Hansen, filling in for Lisa Dent, to discuss the invasive shrubs that have taken over forests across Illinois. DeVore shares that over 80 percent of all forests have these shrubs present on their floor, and what steps are being taken to find a lasting solution.

Jon Hansen, filling in for Lisa Dent, checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories.

Nationally syndicated financial columnist and author Terry Savage joins Jon Hansen, filling in for Lisa Dent, to discuss the latest report on inflation. The market, Savage explains, reacted well the the CPI, believing that tariffs are not responsible for the increase in inflation. She then, as always, answers questions from listeners.

Calvin P. Warren, Assistant Chief Pilot, Adjunct Professor, Flight Team Advisor, joins Jon Hansen to give a Q&A about flight and piloting.

Jon Hansen, filling in for Lisa Dent, checks in with the newsroom to share their stories.

Patrick Dolan, Employment Lawyer at Conti & Dolan, joins Jon Hansen, filling in for Lisa Dent, to discuss employment law, listener questions, and rehashing their discussion about a recent memo sent to employees from the AT&T CEO.

Patrick Dolan, Employment Lawyer at Conti & Dolan, joins Jon Hansen to discuss the recent memo sent to employees from the AT&T CEO. Patrick also takes questions from listeners about workplace harassment, commissions, and more. For more information, visit www.contidolanlaw.com or call 312-332-7800.

Jon Hansen, filling in for Lisa Dent, checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories.

Jon Hansen, filling in for Lisa Dent, checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories.

Mack Liederman, Block Club Chicago Reporter joins Jon Hansen, in for Lisa Dent, to talk about Trump Tower and its struggle filling the retail space located at the lower levels of the building. Listen in while Mack discusses what could be hindering the building from filling these spaces with tenants.

Dr. Paul Gordon, St. Charles Unit District 303 Superintendent, joins Jon Hansen, in for Lisa Dent, to discuss their new cellphone policies to help limit distractions while in the classroom.

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: A Micro-Cinema In Pilsen? Fundraising Underway To Open An Independent Movie Theater: Tesseract Cinema is raising an initial $50,000 to open a movie theater and cafe in Pilsen. There […]

Craig Bolanos, Founder and Wealth Advisor at VestGen Wealth Partners, joins Jon Hansen, filling in for John Williams, to talk about the overall health of the markets and the economy, how market volatility has almost collapsed, why it’s a good time to rebalance your portfolio, Trump nominating CEA chair Stephen Miran to the Federal Reserve board, what’s […]

Chris Anchor, Senior Wildlife Biologist, Forest Preserve District of Cook County, joins Jon Hansen, filling in for John Williams, to talk about the safety of swimming in the Chicago River. Chris said he would definitely swim in the river after years of improvements.

NewsNation Now anchor Connell McShane joins Jon Hansen, filling in for John Williams, to talk about the Texas legislators coming up to Chicago to avoid voting on a new map that would favor the GOP. Connell gets us up to speed on the latest developments.

Craig Bolanos, Founder and Wealth Advisor at VestGen Wealth Partners, joins Jon Hansen, filling in for John Williams, to talk about the overall health of the markets and the economy, how market volatility has almost collapsed, why it’s a good time to rebalance your portfolio, Trump nominating CEA chair Stephen Miran to the Federal Reserve board, what’s […]

NewsNation Now anchor Connell McShane joins Jon Hansen, filling in for John Williams, to talk about the Texas legislators coming up to Chicago to avoid voting on a new map that would favor the GOP. Connell gets us up to speed on the latest developments.

Chris Anchor, Senior Wildlife Biologist, Forest Preserve District of Cook County, joins Jon Hansen, filling in for John Williams, to talk about the safety of swimming in the Chicago River. Chris said he would definitely swim in the river after years of improvements.

NewsNation Now anchor Connell McShane joins Jon Hansen, filling in for John Williams, to talk about the Texas legislators coming up to Chicago to avoid voting on a new map that would favor the GOP. Connell gets us up to speed on the latest developments.

Chris Anchor, Senior Wildlife Biologist, Forest Preserve District of Cook County, joins Jon Hansen, filling in for John Williams, to talk about the safety of swimming in the Chicago River. Chris said he would definitely swim in the river after years of improvements.

Craig Bolanos, Founder and Wealth Advisor at VestGen Wealth Partners, joins Jon Hansen, filling in for John Williams, to talk about the overall health of the markets and the economy, how market volatility has almost collapsed, why it’s a good time to rebalance your portfolio, Trump nominating CEA chair Stephen Miran to the Federal Reserve board, what’s […]

It's time once again for our Best of the Midwest feature! Are you trying to come up with some vacation ideas that are only a quick getaway from the Chicago area? Well, Jon Hansen has some great recommendations for your trip! Today, we take a trip west and visit the scenic river town of Clinton, […]

It's time once again for our Best of the Midwest feature! Are you trying to come up with some vacation ideas that are only a quick getaway from the Chicago area? Well, Jon Hansen has some great recommendations for your trip! Today, we take a trip west and visit the scenic river town of Clinton, […]

The Mincing Rascals this week are Jon Hansen of WGN Radio and Block Club Chicago, longtime Chicago journalist Cate Plys, and Austin Berg of the Illinois Policy Institute. Our small, but mighty podcast crew start the episode talking about Texas lawmakers coming to Illinois to avoid voting on a new legislative map that would favor the GOP. Governor Pritzker even went […]

Brian Hoogeveen, The Cash Man from Americash Jewelry & Coin Buyers, joins Jon Hansen, filling in for John Williams, to discuss items that could be worth money. Brian talks about the value of items such as a Ryne Sandberg autographed bat, 1940’s silver quarters, and a Morgan dollar from the 1800’s! And as always, Brian urges you to […]

The Mincing Rascals this week are Jon Hansen of WGN Radio and Block Club Chicago, longtime Chicago journalist Cate Plys, and Austin Berg of the Illinois Policy Institute. Our small, but mighty podcast crew start the episode talking about Texas lawmakers coming to Illinois to avoid voting on a new legislative map that would favor the GOP. Governor Pritzker even went […]

Mortgage and real estate expert David Hochberg joins Jon Hansen to talk about mortgage rates easing up, the impact of President Trump firing the head of the Bureau of Labor Statistics, and the overall health of the economy right now. David hosts “Home Sweet Home Chicago” on Saturdays from 10am to 1pm on WGN Radio. […]

NHL Hall of Famer and Blackhawks great Jeremy Roenick joins Jon Hansen to talk about the centennial season for your Chicago Blackhawks, the rich history of the team, why he’s excited about the future of the Blackhawks, his charity Helping Hands Network, the work he is doing with Yuengling, America’s oldest brewery, and his spirit […]

NHL Hall of Famer and Blackhawks great Jeremy Roenick joins Jon Hansen to talk about the centennial season for your Chicago Blackhawks, the rich history of the team, why he’s excited about the future of the Blackhawks, his charity Helping Hands Network, the work he is doing with Yuengling, America’s oldest brewery, and his spirit […]

Brian Hoogeveen, The Cash Man from Americash Jewelry & Coin Buyers, joins Jon Hansen, filling in for John Williams, to discuss items that could be worth money. Brian talks about the value of items such as a Ryne Sandberg autographed bat, 1940’s silver quarters, and a Morgan dollar from the 1800’s! And as always, Brian urges you to […]

Mortgage and real estate expert David Hochberg joins Jon Hansen to talk about mortgage rates easing up, the impact of President Trump firing the head of the Bureau of Labor Statistics, and the overall health of the economy right now. David hosts “Home Sweet Home Chicago” on Saturdays from 10am to 1pm on WGN Radio. […]

The Mincing Rascals this week are Jon Hansen of WGN Radio and Block Club Chicago, longtime Chicago journalist Cate Plys, and Austin Berg of the Illinois Policy Institute. Our small, but mighty podcast crew start the episode talking about Texas lawmakers coming to Illinois to avoid voting on a new legislative map that would favor the GOP. Governor Pritzker even went […]

NHL Hall of Famer and Blackhawks great Jeremy Roenick joins Jon Hansen to talk about the centennial season for your Chicago Blackhawks, the rich history of the team, why he’s excited about the future of the Blackhawks, his charity Helping Hands Network, the work he is doing with Yuengling, America’s oldest brewery, and his spirit […]

Dr. Jeffrey Kopin, Chief Medical Officer for Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital, joins Jon Hansen, filling in for John Williams, to talk about the dangers of wildfire smoke and what you need to know to protect yourself. Dr. Kopin also tells Jon about the importance of getting an early screening for colon cancer.

Chicago Tribune chief political reporter Rick Pearson joins Jon Hansen to talk about Texas lawmakers coming to Illinois (and other states) to avoid a redistricting vote that would favor Republicans. Governor Pritzker says that it’s possible that Illinois may try to counter the GOP effort in Texas.

Marge Sipla, Speed Jokes spirit animal, cataloger and Member of the Speed Jokes Committee, joins guest host Jon Hansen and the gang to give us her favorite Speed Jokes of July 2025! What was your favorite joke this month? Keep sending your jokes to JohnWilliams@wgnradio.com

Rep. Barbara Gervin-Hawkins (D-San Antonio), vice chair of the Texas Black Caucus, joins Jon Hansen to talk about why she and other Texas legislators chose to leave the state to combat the Texas GOP effort to redraw five congressional districts in favor of Republicans.