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: 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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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 […]

Certified fraud examiner, Professor at Governors State University, and expert on all things fraud, William Kresse joins Jon Hansen to discuss how scammers target 96% of Americans.

The Dolton Bowl has been all about growth over the past two years with a new owner. Yianni Mavrakis bought the alley when he was twenty-two years old. He joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to talk about his journey to owning the Dolton Bowl and how he’s managed the business so far. For […]

Tim Stearns, owner and president of TJ Stearns Financial Planning & Benefits, joins Jon Hansen to discuss the 4% rule, boomers coming out of retirement, and how annuities work. For more information, call 800-640-2256 or visit tjstearns.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 Public Transit In Limbo After State Lawmakers Fail To Fill Nearly $1 Billion Budget Gap: State lawmakers missed a deadline Saturday to fill a $770 million budget gap […]

It’s a Mesirow Monday! Gary Pattengale, Advanced Planning Specialist and Wealth Advisor at Mesirow, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters. The two discuss having a Roth investment account, when it makes sense to add money into your accounts, and moving money from IRAs.For more information, visit www.mesirow.com or call 877 Mesirow.

Jon Hansen fills in for Lou Manfredini with a roundtable of experts including MegaPros‘ Jeremy Hogel, Michael Huston with Lindholm Roofing, and Joe Parisi from Norman Mechanical.

On this airing of Your Money Matters: Segment 1: Kevin Micheli, President and COO at Charles Hall Construction, joins Jon Hansen to discuss Kevin’s latest building project, a 154-unit development. The two also talk about the hurdles in the building process and the best aspects of Fox Lake. Segment 2: Ben Salinski, a Statehouse reporter […]

Kevin Micheli, President and COO at Charles Hall Construction, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters. The two discuss Kevin’s latest building project, a 154-unit development, the hurdles in the building process, and the best aspects of Fox Lake.

Nick Schlanger, director of research services at NAI Hiffman, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters. The two discuss what's fueling the data center boom and the most significant hurdle being power availability.

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.

Shannon Martin, Insurance Expert at Bankrate, joins Jon Hansen to discuss how much drivers can expect their car insurance rates to increase after getting a speeding ticket.

Sarah Gomm is a Productivity and Organizing Professional, as well as the Founder of New Chapter Transitions. She joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to share how she found her way to becoming a senior move manager and how she helps people declutter for moving. To find a senior move manager near you, visit […]

Tomi Lahren shares her concerns over the ugly things that could have been lurking inside the Big Beautiful Bill. South Dakota State Speaker of the House and Gubernatorial Candidate, Jon Hansen, reacts to that, his run for the Governor's mansion, supporting American ranchers, and more. Then, HHS Secretary RFK Jr. took the first step in rectifying the COVID vaccine sham and Tomi has some Final Thoughts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tim Stearns, owner and president of TJ Stearns Financial Planning & Benefits, joins Jon Hansen to discuss how to manage your 401(k) and the fees. Plus, Tim talks about taxes, company matching, and the rule of 55. For more information, call 800-640-2256.

Faran Krentcil, Fashion Writer and Columnist at BBC and Business of Fashion, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss why most clothes aren’t made in America. The two discuss the cost of making clothes in the States and the ethics of purchasing American-made items. To find more work by Faran, visit www.hifaran.com/writing.

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 emotion behind investing and how dips in the market can affect how you feel about your portfolio. To learn more, visit www.mesirow.com.

Brian Hoogeveen, ‘The Cash Man' from Americash Jewelry & Coin Buyers, joins Jon Hansen to discuss items that could be worth money. Brian answers listener calls about Jackson 5 albums, tea sets, and trading cards. If you think you have items you'd like to have appraised, visit TopCashBuyer.Com or call/text 630-969-9600.

Brenda Bickett of Local Glass Studio and Adam Farrand Hodge of Farr and Swit join Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters. Both businesses have participated in Innovation DuPage’s Owner to CEO course. Dan Facchini, the Managing Director of Innovation DuPage, also joins to discuss how businesses can use Innovation DuPage to take their businesses to the next […]

Tim Stearns, owner and president of TJ Stearns Financial Planning & Benefits, joins Jon Hansen to discuss long-term goals and the benefits of working with an advisor. For more information, call 800-640-2256.

Mildred V. Palmer, Founding Partner at Navigant Law Group, joins Jon Hansen on Let’s Get Legal to discuss the latest trending estate planning news. The two talk about documentation that helps when writing a will, if there is a need for a will when you only have one child, and she answers listener questions. For more […]

Real Estate Attorney Dave Schlueter, who works with the Law Offices of Dave Schlueter Ltd., joins Jon Hansen to discuss deadlines in real estate contracts. Dave breaks down what’s non-negotiable and what can result in losing a property altogether. To learn more about what Dave Schlueter can help you with, go to wgnattorney.com or call 1-630-285-5300.

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: $50 Million, Adults-Only Magic Theater Coming To Former Lawry's Prime Rib Downtown: The Hand & The Eye is slated for a spring 2026 opening. It will have 37 magic […]

Amanda Hoover, Senior Correspondent at Business Insider, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters. She talks about her latest story on how young people are choosing blue-collar jobs and their thoughts on the ROI of a college degree.

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 what data he uses to help create the best financial plan for his clients. To learn more, visit www.mesirow.com.

Jon Hansen chats with former WGN agri-business broadcaster Max Armstrong about how tariffs affect agriculture. Plus, corn production in May, why did beef prices spike 11%, and more! You can find Max's book More Stories from the Heartland here: More-Stories-Heartland-Americas-Broadcasters.

On this special edition of Worker Wednesday, Ed Maher, Associate Executive Director of the National Coalition of Labor and co-host of The Workers' Mic here on 720 WGN, joins Jon Hansen on the show to share key details from the WGN Radio live labor panel discussion that occurred at the IUOE Local 399 Union Hall on May […]

Craig Bolanos, Co-Founder and Wealth Advisor at VestGen Wealth Partner, joins Jon Hansen to discuss the latest ruling from the Federal Reserve not lowering interest rates. Bolanos thinks that despite the improvement on inflation, there is still some hesitancy to cut the interest rates until there is still more economic stability.

Employment Lawyer Patrick Dolan, Founding Partner of Conti and Dolan, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss the latest employment news. Patrick also answers questions from listeners about 401(k) plans, guaranteed payouts in contracts, and more. For more information, visit www.contidolanlaw.com or call 312-332-7800.

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: Pope Leo's Chicago: Where The Pontiff Lived, Studied And Worked: From where Robert Francis Prevost lived and studied to where he dined as a cardinal, here are the places […]

U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth joins Jon Hansen, filling in for John Williams, to talk about new Pope Leo XIV being from Chicago, if she believes this pope was picked as a pushback to the new administration, the challenges of Democrats not having a majority in Congress, if she has any relationship with President Trump, the […]

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, today, Jon Hansen has some great recommendations for your trip! Today, Jon is joined by Susan Yarolem, Director of Sales & Marketing, Celebration River […]