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United States
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WGN Radio
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“Your Money Matters” features topics including the basics of personal finance, investing and wealth management, financial security, financial literacy, and retirement planning. Host Jon Hansen leads sharp, engaging conversations with personalities and experts in the world of finance, offering a fresh take on complex issues presented in an approachable and fun way.
Language:
English
Website:
https://wgnradio.com
Craig Bolanos: The S&P 500 rose 0.6%
5/13/2026
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 Nasdaq hits record highs, Kevin Warsh is confirmed as the new Fed chair as inflation is kicking higher, and credit card delinquencies are high. Jon and Craig break down these topics and more. […]
Duration:00:08:21
Tim Stearns: Sequence-of-returns risk
5/12/2026
Tim Stearns, owner and president of TJ Stearns Financial Planning & Benefits, joins Jon Hansen to discuss what happens if the market drops right after you retire. Tim talks about the importance of having a financial plan and breaks down why longevity risk is the biggest retirement risk out there. For more information, call 800-640-2256.
Duration:00:05:26
Build-A-Biz: Financial literacy from Illinois to Zambia
5/12/2026
Build-A-Biz is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing financial literacy education to students from Kindergarten to young adults. Two of the minds behind the organization join Jon on Your Money Matters. Students Idhant Ranjan and Ankita Senapati share how Build-A-Biz got started. The duo shares how they give classes twice a week, their work in […]
Duration:00:07:50
Max Armstrong: Farmers might look to side hustles to support themselves
5/12/2026
Former WGN agri-business broadcaster Max Armstrong joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss the latest in agriculture news. Max and Jon talk about diesel prices, fertilizer, and what Max predicts for the world of farming in the future months.
Duration:00:07:52
Avride self-driving cars under investigation after crashes
5/11/2026
Sean O’Kane, Senior Reporter of Transportation at TechCrunch, joins Jon Hasen to discuss how Avride, Uber’s partner, is under investigation for crashes involving their driverless cars. To read more stories that Sean has covered, visit techcrunch.com/author/sean-okane/.
Duration:00:07:34
Dave Schlueter: Joint tenancy with right of survivorship
5/11/2026
Dave Schlueter of the Law Offices of David R. Schlueter joins Jon Hansen to explain joint tenancy with right of survivorship and what you should know about it. To learn more about what Dave Schlueter can help you with, go to schlueterlawoffice.com or call 1-630-285-5300.
Duration:00:07:52
Making medical decisions for your child when they are over the age of 18
5/11/2026
Rebecca J. Solomon, Senior Vice President and Estate Planning Specialist at Mesirow, joins Jon Hansen on Mesirow Monday. Once your child turns 18, you can’t make medical decisions for them. Rebecca talks about the importance of having a power of attorney for health decisions in case something happens to your child.
Duration:00:07:12
Getting sued after thinking student loans were paid
5/7/2026
Rae Kaplan of Kaplan Law joins Jon Hansen to discuss the story of a borrower who received a letter stating her loans had been paid off, then received a lawsuit from the company to collect her full balance. Plus, Rae shares the changes coming to Parent PLUS loan borrowers.
Duration:00:07:21
Bankrate: What is carrying the markets?
5/7/2026
Stephen Kates, Financial Advisor at Bankrate, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss the latest market numbers plus the opportunity for prospective buyers based on current prices. For more information about Stephen, visit www.bankrate.com/authors/stephen-kates.
Duration:00:06:16
Waiting for lower rates might cost you in the long run
5/6/2026
Steve Baranowski, Senior Vice President of Residential Lending at Marquette Bank, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to talk about hidden inventory and private listings. Steve shares how waiting for lower rates might cost buyers, as the market will be flooded with buyers and home prices will rise. Plus, Steve shares the mistakes buyers are […]
Duration:00:09:40
The future of shopping: Digital price tags
5/4/2026
Dominick Reuter, Senior Retail Reporter at Business Insider, joins Jon Hansen to talk about how Walmart is using digital price tags and how both customers and workers are reacting to them.
Duration:00:08:15
Gifting your kids money while you’re still alive
5/4/2026
Rebecca J. Solomon, Senior Vice President and Estate Planning Specialist at Mesirow, joins Jon Hansen on Mesirow Monday to discuss gifting. The two talk about gifting your children money for a down payment, tax hits, and where things can get complicated. Rebecca and Jon talk about how to make the best decision if you want […]
Duration:00:11:12
An autographed Michael Jordan Jersey worth thousands of dollars
4/30/2026
Bears footballs, Michael Jordan autographed jerseys, and sterling silver. Your items could be worth a lot of money. Brian Hoogeveen, The Cash Man from Americash Jewelry & Coin Buyers, joins Jon Hansen to talk about these items and more! Visit topcashbuyer.com or call (630) 969-9600. To get your item appraised in person, go to Americash Jewelry and Coin Buyers (16 W. Ogden […]
Duration:00:13:12
Ask a Plumber: Water heaters with sediment
4/30/2026
It’s time to “Ask a Plumber.” Center Guard Plumbing’s Mike Epping joins Jon Hansen to answer listener questions about replacing toilets, water heaters, and ice makers.
Duration:00:08:18
Your Hometown: Elburn Chamber of Commerce
4/30/2026
Susan Anderson, Director of Marketing and Outreach for the Elburn Chamber of Commerce, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to talk about the hometown of Elburn. Building business and building friendship, Susan talks about what growing businesses would thrive in Elburn.
Duration:00:03:34
Republic Bank: A plan, a partner, and patience to achieve your financial goals
4/29/2026
Knowledge is power, and it’s Financial Literacy Month. Jack Nick, Director of Marketing & eCommerce for Republic Bank of Chicago, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to talk about working towards your financial goals. Plus, the importance of giving yourself grace and how we can all learn something by starting small. For more info, visit […]
Duration:00:07:08
The Tag Outlet: Creating products to enhance your lifestyle
4/29/2026
Chuck Fraelich, President of Tag Outlet, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to talk about their returning tent sale this weekend. Chuck talks about how Tag managed tariffs over the past year and how they strategized to continue sourcing unique pieces for their shop. Plus, Chuck shares the type of brand Tag is creating, what their […]
Duration:00:14:32
Beating the heat with Doornbos Heating and Air Conditioning
4/28/2026
Gil Wagner, Operations Manager at Doornbos Heating and Air Conditioning to talk about getting homes ready for the summer heat. Gil answers questions about putting filters in vents, having upper-level exhaust fans, and more! Listeners call in to ‘Ask a Plumber.’ For more information on Doornbos, visit doornbos.com. Mention WGN Radio, and you’ll get $50 […]
Duration:00:08:10
Now is the time to put money away for retirement
4/28/2026
Tim Stearns, owner and president of TJ Stearns Financial Planning & Benefits, joins Jon Hansen to discuss IRAs and how converting now can help reduce the size of your traditional IRA, which in turn lowers your required minimum distributions later. For more information, call 800-640-2256.
Duration:00:10:42
Why buying and selling a home in the same day might not be a good idea
4/27/2026
Dave Schlueter of the Law Offices of David R. Schlueter joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss why back-to-back closings might not benefit you. Dave shares what the alternative is and why it might work better for the buyer and seller. To learn more about what Dave Schlueter can help you with, go to schlueterlawoffice.com or call 1-630-285-5300.
Duration:00:08:19