Justin Kaufmann

Heather Cherone, Chicago City Hall reporter and Managing Editor of The Daily Line, joins Justin on Extension 720 to discuss the week in politics including the busy day in Springfield. Heather talks about Mayor Lori Lightfoot meeting with Illinois lawmakers, the latest on a deal for a Chicago casino, the chances we see an increase in property taxes, Governor Pritzker’s pension consolidation bill and Mayor Lori Lightfoot accusing Uber of trying to pay black ministers $54 million to defeat her ride-share tax hike plan. This […]

Veteran comedian, performer, instructor and “Improv Nerd” host Jimmy Carrane joins Justin on Extension 720 to discuss his new Second City show, “World’s Greatest Dad (?).” Jimmy talks about why he decided to put on this show, the life experiences over the last five years that influenced this show, what he’s learned from doing “World’s Greatest Dad (?),” if the show is therapeutic to him, what drew him to putting on this type of show and his experience becoming a […]

Al Gini, Extension 720’s resident philosopher, joins Justin to discuss, on the eve of tomorrow’s impeachment hearings, the nature of lying. Al talks about what constitutes a lie, some of the reasons why people lie, the role that social media plays in embellishment, the different types of lies, the way politicians stretch the truth, the reasons against lying and the impact that lying has on our society. This is the podcast for Extension 720. The show originates from Chicago on WGN Radio […]

Award-winning investigative journalist and author Ben Westhoff joins Justin on Extension 720 to discuss his new book, “Fentanyl, Inc.” Ben talks about what fentanyl actually is, where fentanyl came from, why he became interested in fentanyl, when we started seeing fentanyl hitting the streets, how easy it is to find out how to make fentanyl, the way fentanyl is smuggled into the United States, why we aren’t hearing more about fentanyl, why he decided to go undercover and visit fentanyl […]

It’s another edition of the “Monday Evening Quarterback!” Tonight, Justin and WGN Bears Insider Adam Hoge break down the Bears somehow disappointing 20-13 win over the hapless Detroit Lions. Adam talks about savoring the victory despite the overall lackluster performance from the Bears, Matt Nagy’s play-calling, the communication level between the offensive line and Mitch Trubisky, the lack of production from the TE (despite the one TD yesterday) and WR positions (excluding Allen Robinson), the defense not creating enough turnovers, Khalil Mack […]

Legendary fashion designer Diane von Furstenberg joins Justin on Extension 720 to talk about her amazing career, why she has always been an advocate for women, how success brings confidence, the importance of character and owning who you are, how she is able to set herself apart in a male-dominated field, the legacy of her brand and what she has created, the current health of the fashion industry, why value is more important than price, how she is able to […]

Heather Cherone, Chicago City Hall reporter and Managing Editor of The Daily Line, joins Justin on Extension 720 to discuss the week in politics including the future of Chicago Police Supt. Eddie Johnson, the Chicago teachers strike aftermath and the veto session in Springfield. This is the podcast for Extension 720. The show originates from Chicago on WGN Radio and features newsmakers, tastemakers and trailblazers.  Hosted by award-winning broadcaster Justin Kaufmann, this talk show/audio magazine goes in-depth to help you better understand the city (and world) […]

It’s Wednesday so it’s time to brag about your favorite memorabilia! Greg Flamm aka The DuPage Picker is here to evaluate your old stuff on the Swap Meet! Are you looking to unload some of your old ‘Star War’ memorabilia? Are you wondering if that vintage ceramic cat is worth any money? How about that ‘Saved by the Bell” board game? Greg is here to answer all of your questions. It’s the Swap Meet! This is the podcast for Extension 720. The […]

Political scientist, professor and author Dr. Allison Stanger joins Justin on Extension 720 to discuss her new book, “Whistleblowers: Honesty in America from Washington to Trump.” Dr. Stanger talks about how whistleblowing is not a partisan issue, how long whistleblowing has been around in the United States, the difference between whistleblowers and leakers, why whistleblowers are patriotic, why whistleblowers often suffer tremendously for what they do, the impact that technology is having on whistleblowing and how American the story of […]

It’s “The Download on Chicago Business” sponsored by Signature Bank. Tonight, Justin speaks with Todd Connor, CEO and founder of Bunker Labs, about helping veterans and military spouse entrepreneurs find the quickest route to creating successful businesses. Todd talks about where the idea for Bunker Labs comes from, what veterans need when coming back from their military service, the amount of veterans that have a desire to start their own business after serving, why veterans often make successful entrepreneurs and why […]