Anna Davlantes
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On The Rise with Calamos Investments – Financial Insights: Revisiting how we should think about retirement
May 19, 2023 00:30John Campbell, Chief Wealth Strategist with Calamos Wealth Management, joins Anna Davlantes, in for Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters, to break down the “Three Bucket” Financial Framework, remind young investors that time in the market is more important than timing the market, and to offer practical advice to our listeners who may be thinking about relocating […]
On The Rise with Calamos Investments – Financial Insights: An insight on how A.I. will affect the financial world
May 19, 2023 00:30Jon Adams, Chief Investment Officer at Calamos Wealth Management, joins Anna Davlantes, in for Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters, to share some insight on how A.I. will affect the financial world, to share some of the strengths and weaknesses within the market, and to discuss what he foresees for inflation going forward.
On The Rise with Calamos Investments – Financial Insights: Financial literacy includes much more than investments
April 28, 2023 00:12John Campbell, Chief Wealth Strategist & Head of Wealth Planning at Calamos Investments, joins Anna Davlantes, in for Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters, to discuss the importance of financial literacy, explain how listeners can maximize savings for retirement in a volatile environment, and to break down the impact new tax changes have on taxpayers.
On The Rise with Calamos Investments – Financial Insights: Where is this recession we’ve heard so much about?
April 27, 2023 23:48Matt Freund, the Senior Portfolio Manager and Co-Chief Investment Officer at Calamos Investments, joins Anna Davlantes, in for Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters, to discuss where this “recession” we’ve heard so much about is and to break down how the market looks after Q1. Then, listen in while Matt shares what he likes, investment wise, […]
On The Rise with Calamos Investments – Financial Insights: What you should know about sustainable investing
January 26, 2023 00:02Jim Madden, the Senior Vice President, Co-Portfolio Manager at Calamos Investments, joins Anna Davlantes to talk about what sustainable investing is, and why it’s important to know details about companies before you decide to invest in them.
On The Rise with Calamos Investments – Financial Insights: Calamos’ Head of Wealth Management on moving forward with investments in 2023
January 25, 2023 23:44Joe Weidenbach, the Head of Calamos Wealth Management, joins Anna Davlantes, to explain why it’s important to have a good financial advisor to guide you through turbulent times in the stock market.
On The Rise with Calamos Investments – Financial Insights: What is the ‘not yet’ market?
January 25, 2023 22:43Matt Freund, the Senior Portfolio Manager and Co-Chief Investment Officer at Calamos Investments, joins Anna Davlantes to explain why 2023 is a good time to invest, even though the Federal Reserve and the markets are at a standoff on rate hikes.
What the Illinois Report Card is telling us about our child’s education as we edge closer to 2023
November 18, 2022 03:56Mackenzie Price, founder of the afterschool program, gt.school, joins Anna Davlantes, filling in for John Williams, to discuss this year’s Illinois Report Card that was released. Together, they address how parents should feel in regards to the evaluation of their children’s schools and education as well as the improvements and missteps students have made both […]
On The Rise with Calamos Investments – Financial Insights: Senior VP and CMO of Calamos shares why you should join Calamos
November 14, 2022 21:51Jessica Fernandez, Senior Vice President, Chief Marketing Officer, Calamos Investments, joins Anna Davlantes in for John Williams to talk about the importance of trusting a brand (both big and small) and how Calamos is that brand for people and their money.
On The Rise with Calamos Investments –Financial Insights: Calamos’ Co-CIO shares where inflation will go from here
November 14, 2022 21:41Matt Freund is a Senior Portfolio Manager and Co-Chief Investment Officer at Calamos Investments. He joins Anna Davlantes, filling in for John Williams, to share a broad overview of the economy at this point in Q4 and what to look forward to in Q1 of 2023. Listen in while Matt gives us insight on where inflation will […]
On The Rise with Calamos Investments – Financial Insights: ‘The market is the pulse of what is going on in our society’ | Founder of Calamos John Calamos
November 14, 2022 19:45John Calamos, Founder, Chairman and Global Chief Investment Officer, Calamos Investments, joins Anna Davlantes in for John Williams to talk about his military service, what it means to be a veteran, the importance of philanthropy to Calamos investments, and more.
On The Rise with Calamos Investments – Financial Insights: ‘I do think we’re in a recession and I think that it’s not the end of the world’ | CEO of Calamos
November 14, 2022 19:09John Koudounis, President and Chief Executive Officer, Calamos Investments, joins Anna Davlantes in for John Williams to share his post election observations and makes a point to mention that this country is extremely divided and how this division effects our markets. John also shares some insight on how the inflation will effect our pockets this holiday […]
WGN-TV’s Innocence Lost: The Grimes Sisters Murders Pt I premieres tonight at 9 CT
November 14, 2022 17:47WGN-TV’s Larry Potash talks to WGN Radio’s Anna Davlantes about the three-part true crime series presented by WGN Films which features two unsolved murders that changed Chicago forever. One of the murders involves the story about two sisters who were on their way home from the movies who go missing, later found dead. Could a […]
Financial Insights – Calamos’ Co-CIO shares advice for the first-time investor
July 11, 2022 20:10Matt Freund is a Senior Portfolio Manager and Co-Chief Investment Officer at Calamos Investments. He joins Anna Davlantes, filling in for John Williams, to give us a broad view on the economy. Matt also shares more insight on Fed policy, bond market/bond funds, gas prices, and shares some key advice for the first-time investor.
VIDEO: Financial Insights – CEO of Calamos Investments | ‘I’m not sure if inflation has yet reached its peak’
July 11, 2022 19:55John Koudounis, President and Chief Executive Officer, Calamos Investments, joins Anna Davlantes, in for John Williams, to set table with assessment of current financial markets and economy. Listen in while John shares some insight on inflation and his thoughts on how the Federal Reserve will handle the changes. John and Anna also talk more in depth […]
Are workers going back to the office?
April 07, 2022 01:03Bill Takahashi is the Senior Vice President, Head of Human Resources for Calamos Investments. He joined Anna Davlantes, filling in for Lisa Dent, on Chicago’s Afternoon News to discuss work and life balance, face to face contact, and how people are able to go back to the workplace in a post pandemic world.
What financial trends should you be aware of?
April 07, 2022 00:54Joe Nader is the Head of Calamos Wealth Management. He joined Anna Davlantes, filling in for Lisa Dent, on Chicago’s Afternoon News to discuss the growth of millennial involvement in stocks and bonds, what trends he is seeing in wealth management, and why it’s important to start investing when you’re young.
Here is what to do if you’re an older investor
April 07, 2022 00:34Matt Freund is a Senior Portfolio Manager and Co-Chief Investment Officer at Calamos Investments. He joined Anna Davlantes filling in for Lisa Dent on Chicago’s Afternoon News to talk about inflation and the concern over where to go from here, how inflation can go down, what to do if you’re an older investor, and more.
On The Rise with Calamos Investments – Financial Insights: CEO of Calamos talks gas prices and where they are going
April 06, 2022 22:57John Koudounis, President and Chief Executive Officer, Calamos Investments, joins Anna Davlantes in for Lisa Dent on Chicago’s Afternoon News to talk about the stock market reaction to what is happening with Russia and Ukraine, provides reasoning for huge volatility in the markets, gas prices and where they are going, company’s growth, expansion and more.
Parents for Choice of the Catholic Archdiocese wants to end masks in schools
February 08, 2022 23:02Attorney Rich Lenkov, partner at Bryce Downey & Lenkov and host of “Legal Face-Off,” joins guest host Anna Davlantes to discuss what we need to know about the temporary restraining order issued by a downstate judge that prohibits school districts from enforcing Gov. Pritzker’s mask mandate. Also joining Anna is Robyn Franzen, parent of a preschooler at St. […]
BBB’s Steve Bernas: Beware of romance scams ahead of Valentine’s Day
February 08, 2022 22:32Steve Bernas, President & CEO of the Better Business Bureau of Chicago and Northern Illinois, joins guest host Anna Davlantes to talk about why you need to be aware of romance scams as we head into Valentine’s Day.
Dr. Jeffrey Kopin: When will it be safe for vaccinated people to remove their masks while inside?
February 08, 2022 21:25Dr. Jeffrey Kopin, Chief Medical Officer for Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital, joins guest host Anna Davlantes to talk about when we might see Illinois drop indoor mask mandates, the value of wearing a mask to prevent COVID infection, what we know about the flu season, and how effective the vaccines have been in preventing serious […]
Global Chair of the Counselors of Real Estate discusses the top ten issues affecting real estate in 2022
January 24, 2022 19:40Award-winning columnist and blogger Ilyce Glink, in for Anna Davlantes, is joined by the 2022 Global Chair of the Counselors of Real Estate Marilee Utter to discuss the latest pertaining to real estate trends and what affects them.
This Week in Chicago History: ‘The Super Bowl Shuffle’ and the coldest day in Chicago history
January 19, 2022 17:28Anna Davlantes, WGN Radio’s new investigative correspondent, joined Bob Sirott to share what happened this week in Chicago history. Stories include the invention of jockey briefs, ‘The Super Bowl Shuffle,’ the coldest day in ‘Windy City’ history, and more!
‘Our schools are safe’ – Anna Davlantes’ exclusive interview with Mayor Lori Lightfoot on CPS vs. CTU, criminal justice, policing, and more
January 06, 2022 18:05In an exclusive interview for WGN Radio and NewsNation recorded Wednesday, January 5, Anna Davlantes spoke with Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot.
This Week in Chicago History with WGN Radio’s investigative correspondent Anna Davlantes
January 05, 2022 17:52From reversing the flow of the Chicago River to a theatre fire, Anna Davlantes highlights the top stories from this week in Chicago history.
WGN Exclusive: Mayor Lightfoot talks Chicago safety, New Year’s Eve fireworks and more
December 29, 2021 21:11Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot joins Steve Dale, filling in for Anna Davlantes, in an exclusive interview where they talk about Navy Pier’s fireworks display and CTA safety concerns. Mayor Lightfoot also tells Steve her favorite part of being the Mayor of Chicago.
Terry Savage discusses why baby boomers are to blame for the labor shortage
December 21, 2021 21:20Nationally syndicated financial columnist and author Terry Savage joins Lisa Dent, in for Anna Davlantes, to talk about and respond to an article in which they sort of blamed baby boomers for the labor shortage and gives some advice for when it comes to saving for retirement.
‘Blue Blue Blue Christmas’ – Navigating this holiday season for all ages with life coach Stephanie O’Dea and clinical psychologist Dr. John Duffy
December 21, 2021 13:16WGN Radio’s Lisa Dent, in for Anna Davlantes, is joined with certified life coach, New York Times best-selling author and mother, Stephanie O’Dea, to talk about protecting boundaries and what are the expected norms and obligations of grandparents along with navigating the muddy waters when mixing money and family. Then, we switch gears and are […]
Attorney Rich Attorney shares some lawsuits we usually see around the holidays and how to avoid them
December 21, 2021 12:59Rich Lenkov, attorney of Bryce Downey & Lenkov, joins Lisa Dent in for Anna Davlantes to discuss Amazon.com Inc. backing off plans to ban cell phones in warehouses, allowing employees to keep their devices with them at work after six workers died at a facility struck by a tornado last week. Lenkov also shared some […]
How to keep your pets out of the ER this holiday with pet expert Steve Dale
December 20, 2021 21:45Noted pet expert Steve Dale joins Lisa Dent in for Anna Davlantes reflect on Steve Dale Day, which occurred on Sunday, December 19th, and to offer up the top 12 things you can do to help ensure that your pet will not end up in an ER this holiday season.
On the Rise with Calamos Investments: How the omicron variant is impacting the stock market
December 15, 2021 23:49John Calamos, Founder, Chairman and Global Chief Investment Officer, Calamos Investments, joins Anna to talk about what he tells clients to expect in 2022, what Fed Chairman Powell announced today about interest rates, the volatility of the stock market, the ongoing fears over inflation, the chances for more economic growth in the future, and how the […]
House Republican Leader Jim Durkin explains why he’s proposing legislation targeting retail theft: ‘We have created a consequence-free society’
December 15, 2021 23:34House Republican Leader Jim Durkin (R-Western Springs) joins Anna to talk about his proposed legislation that would target retail theft and the rise of organized ‘smash and grab’ crimes.
Dr. Jeffrey Kopin: Why now is a good time to get your booster shot
December 14, 2021 23:14Dr. Jeffrey Kopin, Chief Medical Officer for Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital, joins Anna to talk about what we know about the omicron variant, the anniversary of the first person in the U.S. to receive the Pfizer vaccine, the importance of people receiving booster shots, and the latest news on COVID pills.
Tuesdays with Tom Skilling: Beautiful December warmth is on the way
December 14, 2021 23:02The great WGN-TV meteorologist Tom Skilling joins Anna to talk about the windy and warm weather heading into town over the next couple of days, the chances we could see a white Christmas, and to share his thoughts on the tragic storms that hit the Midwest on Friday night.
Could J.B. Pritkzer be in the presidential mix in 2024?
December 14, 2021 22:59Tom Bevan, co-founder and president of RealClearPolitics, joins Anna to talk about the possibility that Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker makes a run for president if President Biden decides not to run for reelection in 2024.
Ed O’Bradovich on the future of the Bears coaching staff: ‘All of them have to go. They have to clean house’
December 13, 2021 23:13The great Ed “O’B” O’Bradovich joins Anna to talk about another Bears loss to the Green Bay Packers. Were there any positives to take from this loss?
Illinois Retail Merchants Association president Rob Karr: ‘You can’t put everything in a store behind a locked door, behind a glass case, or tie it to a chain’
December 13, 2021 23:05Rob Karr, president & CEO, Illinois Retail Merchants Association, joins Anna to talk about the rise in retail theft in the area and how it is impacting the holiday shopping season. What needs to be done by leaders to address this issue?
Money Monday with Morgan Stanley’s Steven Esposito: How you can protect your money from inflation
December 13, 2021 22:56Steven Esposito, Executive Director, Wealth Advisor, Senior Portfolio Management Director, Morgan Stanley, joins Anna to talk about how the market is reacting to the news of the first reported death from the omicron variant in the UK, why the news might be good for the long-term investor, and how we can protect ourselves from inflation.
What alternatives exist to the traditional 4-year college degree?
December 10, 2021 00:06Dr. Nancy Ryan, a career consultant at Career Vision, joins Anna to talk about how the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted students, the benefits of a community college, how kids and families can learn more about careers and training requirements, and what we should know about apprenticeship programs, trade schools or technical training programs that might be […]
State Rep. Jonathan Carroll explains why he is not pursuing his bill that would have required unvaccinated residents to pay for their own COVID-19 care
December 09, 2021 23:38State Rep. Jonathan Carroll (D-Northbrook) joins Anna to talk about why he decided not to pursue legislation that would require unvaccinated residents to pay their own medical bills if they contract the virus.
State Rep. Jonathan Carroll is not pursuing his bill that would have required unvaccinated residents to pay for their own COVID-19 care because of violent threats made against his family
December 09, 2021 23:38State Representative Jonathan Carroll (D-Northbrook) joins Anna to talk about why he decided not to pursue legislation that would require unvaccinated residents to pay their own medical bills if they contract the virus.
Treasurer Maria Pappas on the impact of downtown crime: ‘You can’t have a vibrant marketplace when the person who supports the marketplace is fearful’
December 09, 2021 23:23Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas joins Anna to talk about why now is a good time to prepare for property tax bills coming in the new year. The Treasurer has posted the First Installment Tax Year 2021bills on cookcountytreasurer.com. Treasurer Pappas also talks about the Magnificent Mile and the idea that it should be made into a […]
Sheriff Tom Dart: What needs to be done to combat the rise in carjackings
December 09, 2021 23:02Cook County Sheriff Tom Dart joins Anna to talk about his effort to combat the rise in carjackings in the area.
Dr. Jeffrey Kopin: ‘I think we all should expect that, for the next few years at least, we are going to be getting a booster shot of some kind against COVID-19’
December 09, 2021 22:53Dr. Jeffrey Kopin, Chief Medical Officer for Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital, joins Anna to debunk the claim from Sen. Ron Johnson that mouthwash has been proven to kill the coronavirus, Pfizer saying its booster is effective against the omicron variant, how protected you are if you haven’t received a booster yet, and a new study that […]
Mayor Brad Stephens: Fun things to do in Rosemont this holiday season
December 08, 2021 23:49Rosemont mayor Brad Stephens joins Anna to talk about all the fun holiday activities taking place in Rosemont this season. Find more information here.
Attorney General Kwame Raoul explains how a special task force is combatting retail theft
December 08, 2021 23:27Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul joins Anna to talk about the special task force that was formed to combat retail theft. Last week Attorney General Raoul announced that hundreds of thousands of dollars of stolen merchandise had been recovered from several storage units.
What are fibroids and how common are they?
December 08, 2021 23:06‘Fibroids impact more than 50 percent of all women of reproductive age,’ says Northwestern Medicine's Dr. Angela Chaudhari to Anna Davlantes.
Father Pfleger: ‘I have parents in my church who begged their sons not to come home for Thanksgiving because they were afraid they could possibly be killed’
December 07, 2021 23:23With over 1,000 homicides in Cook County this year, what can be done to combat the violence? Father Pfleger of St. Sabina Church weighs in.
Dr. Jeffrey Kopin: ‘People who are sick enough to require admission to the hospital, the vast majority of them are unvaccinated’
December 07, 2021 22:58Dr. Jeffrey Kopin, Chief Medical Officer for Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital, joins Anna to talk about the increase in the amount of people that are being admitted to the hospital with COVID, the chances that omicron replaces delta as the predominant COVID strain in the world, and what we know about the gum laced with a […]