On this airing of Your Money Matters, January 28th 2026:

Segment 1: It’s a Worker Wednesday! Phil Davidson, Communications Director at Mid-America Carpenters Regional Council, joins to discuss the reinstatement of the Job Corps.

Segment 2: Mark Hamrick, Senior Economic Analyst at Bankrate, recaps the Fed meeting and consumer confidence.

Segment 3: Question of the Day

Segment 4: Sean O’Kane, Senior Tech Reporter at TechCrunch, talks about the prices of Uber and Waymo. And Sean also talks about a company that hopes to send your ashes to space.

Tom Appel, Publisher of Consumer Guide Automotive and host of the Consumer Guide Car Stuff podcast, joins Jon Hansen to discuss a ‘kill switch’ for cars to mandate impaired driving prevention systems. Plus, tips for maintaining your car while driving in the winter.

It’s the International Day of Clean Energy, and the Managing Director of Innovation DuPage, Dan Facchini, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters. The duo is joined by Joe Sheehan, owner and operator of JoJo Superfast EV Charging, to discuss clean energy and how his company is ready to build a charging network for electric vehicles. With 20 years in the field, Joe shares how his company got started, where their first charging location is, and how Innovation DuPage has helped the company advance its vision for clean energy.

For more information on Jojo’s visit: jojosuperfast.com

Brian Hoogeveen, The Cash Man from Americash Jewelry & Coin Buyers, joins Jon Hansen to discuss items that could be worth money. Looking to sell your silver or gold? What about a Hot Wheels collection or a watch repair? Brian can help you and answer your questions!

If you think you have items you’d like to have appraised, visit topcashbuyer.com or call (630) 969-9600

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 benefits of having a financial advisor help guide you to your goals. To learn more, visit www.mesirow.com. 

Tom Fortino, Founder and Principal, Alpha Wealth Group, and host of “The Alpha Wealth Hour” on WGN Radio, joins Jon Hansen to discuss tax-free accounts and the importance of knowing what you own.

Tim Stearns, owner and president of TJ Stearns Financial Planning & Benefits, joins Jon Hansen to discuss how a financial plan is made. Jon gives Tim a customer scenario to see how creating a retirement plan would be mapped out at TJ Stearns. For more information, call 800-640-2256.

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 speculation in the market and investing. Sumit shares how things have changed over the years in the market, research, and what he’s seeing with companies today. 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. Looking to sell your silver or gold? What about a Hot Wheels collection or a watch repair? Brian can help you and answer your questions!

If you think you have items you’d like to have appraised, visit topcashbuyer.com or call (630) 969-9600

Mitch Lyons, founder of Mitch Lyons Wealth, joins Jon Hansen to talk about Roth IRA conversions. Additionally, Mitch discusses transitioning from the NFL to helping people secure their retirement. Text Blueprint to 844-86-STEEL (844-867-8335) to speak with a pro to see what a conversion would look like to you, or go to MitchLyonsWealth.com to set an appointment to get your Blueprint.