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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.
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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
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https://wgnradio.com
Episodes
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
Meta wants to get solar power from space
4/27/2026
Tim Fernholz, Senior Reporter, TechCrunch, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss how Meta is investing in solar farms and is now looking to use satellites in space to get more power. Tim talks about how the process will work, how safe it will be, and the future of solar power.
Duration:00:07:50
The importance of creating a death plan
4/27/2026
Should you have a death plan? What important information should you leave for your family members to prepare them for your passing? Dr. Gregg Lunceford, Wealth Advisor at Mesirow Wealth Management, joins Jon Hansen for a Mesirow Monday. Gregg shares how you should leave your family with the right plan and information upon your passing. For […]
Duration:00:08:05
Meet the high school student who created a product to help with your travel
4/22/2026
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 Noah Wrodarczyk of Roam Travel. Seventeen-year-old Noah won an Innovation DuPage pitch contest, where emerging entrepreneurs pitch their most promising business ideas to a panel of industry judges. The […]
Duration:00:13:30
Republic Bank: An emergency fund can make all the difference
4/22/2026
Jack Nick, SVP/Marketing and eCommerce Director at Republic Bank of Chicago, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss the importance of having an emergency fund and how to decide where to invest your money. The duo also discusses adding money to your retirement vs adding to your child’s college fund. To learn more tips […]
Duration:00:07:40
Marquette Bank donates $80,000 to BEDS Plus to help create a transitional housing shelter
4/21/2026
Christie Cox, First VP Director of Neighborhood Commitment at Marquette Bank, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters! Christie talks about their commitment to neighborhoods and their focus on shelter, health, and wellness. Marquette Bank recently donated $80,000 in honor of its 80th anniversary to Bedsplus, which is turning the Aloha Motel into a shelter […]
Duration:00:05:48
Tom Fortino on the benefits of health savings accounts
4/21/2026
Tom Fortino, Founder and Principal, Alpha Wealth Group and host of “The Alpha Wealth Hour” on WGN Radio, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters. The two discuss the triple tax benefits of an HSA account. Head over to the Alpha Wealth Group, or give Tom a call today at 630-864-6711. In the meantime, tune into The Alpha Wealth […]
Duration:00:08:02
The market is not the economy and vice versa
4/21/2026
Stephen Kates, Financial Advisor at Bankrate, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss the future of the markets. The duo chats about the labor market, rising prices, and current consumer sentiment. For more information about Stephen, visit www.bankrate.com/authors/stephen-kates.
Duration:00:07:24
Great Lakes Credit Union: Avoid becoming a victim of fraud
4/20/2026
Steve Bugg, President & CEO of Great Lakes Credit Union, joins WGN’s Jon Hansen to discuss fraud. Steve shares how people can avoid falling victim to fraud, how senior citizens are being targeted, and what GLCU does to help prevent it. For more information, visit: www.glcu.org.
Duration:00:07:41
The Candy Hall of Fame makes Chicago its home starting in 2027
4/20/2026
Teresa Tarantino, Executive Director of the NCSA, Candy Hall of Fame, and the Kettle Awards, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters. Teresa talks about how the Candy Hall of Fame Experience is coming to the Magnificent Mile in Chicago and why they chose downtown as the location. Teresa also shares what people can expect […]
Duration:00:06:26
Mesirow Monday: Gaps in the caregiving plan
4/20/2026
Dr. Gregg Lunceford, Wealth Advisor at Mesirow Wealth Management, joins Jon Hansen for a Mesirow Monday. What happens if you put together a caregiving plan and find you have a gap? Gregg talks about getting life insurance, planning where you need to live, and more. Visit www.mesirow.com or call 877 Mesirow for more information.
Duration:00:02:15
From fertility to menopause, Progyny offers comprehensive care for your employees
4/16/2026
Pete Anevski, CEO of Progyny, joins Jon Hansen to talk about infertility and IVF treatment benefits in the workplace. Pete talks about what his company does and why employers should add fertility and family-building benefits to their healthcare plans. For more information, visit progyny.com.
Duration:00:08:20
What’s it worth? Tiffany wine glasses and ungraded baseball cards
4/16/2026
Brian Hoogeveen, The Cash Man from Americash Jewelry & Coin Buyers, joins Jon Hansen to talk about items that could be worth money. Ungraded baseball cards, bicentennial radios, and Tiffany wine glasses, Brian shares what these items are worth and more. If you think you have items you’d like to have appraised, visit topcashbuyer.com or call (630) 969-9600. To get […]
Duration:00:13:37