Best Episodes of WGN

Extension 720 with Justin Kaufmann Episode #9: How to Make It

Ben Bateman, Mark Reilly and Kristian Harloff join Justin on Extension 720 to discuss the Movie Trivia Schmoedown. Ben, Mark and Kristian talk about the loyalty of their audience, how the Schmoedown is part show and part contest, when they real

Hip hip artist Brother Ali: “If you only know hip hop from commercial radio I could see why you wouldn’t like it”

Tonight on Extension 720: How to make it. Lake Bell has made a name for herself as an indie filmmaker. But next week, she debuts a network sitcom. We talk about her life in Hollywood. Also, Brother Ali is coming to Navy Pier this weekend. The i

Neighborhoods Matter: Off the Record with Heartland Cafe co-founder Katy Hogan in Rogers Park

The tremendous hip hop artist Brother Ali joins Justin on Extension 720 to talk about his great career, when he first became interested in hip hop, the advantages of being an independent artist, why he chooses to be politically active and socia

Actress Lake Bell on her new sitcom ‘Bless This Mess’: “Any kind of comedy that I’m going to be involved with is going to be kind-spirited”

“Off the Record” is a series of conversations with prominent Chicagoans in their communities. Tonight on Extension 720, Justin is joined by Heartland Cafe co-owner Katy Hogan at Royal Coffee in Rogers Park. Katy talks about how the neighborhood

PolyScience President Philip Preston: “There is no future in being an ‘okay’ manufacturer”

The amazing writer, director and actor Lake Bell joins Justin on Extension 720 to discuss her new sitcom, “Bless This Mess,” which debuts on ABC on Tuesday, April 16th. Lake talks about the process of getting the series made, if there is a litt

Lower Wacker Live with Justin Kaufmann 4-11-19

It’s the “The Download on Chicago Business” sponsored by Signature Bank. Tonight, Justin speaks with PolyScience President Philip Preston about being at the forefront of temperature control manufacturing. Philip talks about how he became involv

Celebrating the tremendous legacy of Wax Trax! Records

It’s Lower Wacker Live with Justin Kaufmann! This is the podcast that makes fun of the news and can also get you from Lake Shore Drive to 290 in like 5 minutes. Today’s top stories include Chicago’s Inspector General finding the city’s gang dat

Journalist Ken Davis on his decision to end “Chicago Newsroom” and the current health of media in Chicago

Julia Nash (daughter of Wax Trax! founder Jim Nash) joins Justin on Extension 720 to discuss the history of the great Wax Trax! Records and the new documentary, “Industrial Accident: The Story of Wax Trax! Records.” Julia talks about the impact

So what is next for the Lincoln Yards development after today’s City Council vote to approve TIF money?

The great journalist Ken Davis joins Justin to discuss his recent decision to end “Chicago Newsroom.” Ken talks about why he made the decision to walk away at this time, the goal of the program when he first started the show, the effort he made

Extension 720 with Justin Kaufmann Episode #8: Talk the Talk

The Daily Line‘s Heather Cherone joins Justin on Extension 720 to talk about today’s Chicago City Council meeting that approved TIF money for the highly controversial Lincoln Yards development. Heather talks about what this means for Mayor-elec

Neighborhoods Matter: Off the Record with former mayoral candidate Amara Enyia in Garfield Park

Tonight on Extension 720: If you talk the talk… The Daily Line’s Heather Cherone discusses the chaos at City Council surrounding flip/flops and final votes on Lincoln Yards (and The 78). Ken Davis started a talk show because we needed it. Now,

Author Lori Gottlieb: “It’s almost like we want our therapists to be human but we don’t want to see their humanity”

“Off the Record” is a series of conversations with prominent Chicagoans in their communities. Tonight on Extension 720, Justin is joined by former mayoral candidate Amara Enyia at Inspiration Kitchens in Garfield Park. Amara talks about what pe

Lower Wacker Live with Justin Kaufmann 4-10-19

Psychotherapist, New York Times bestselling author, nationally recognized journalist, and weekly “Dear Therapist” columnist Lori Gottlieb joins Justin on Extension 720 to discuss her new book, “Maybe You Should Talk to Someone.” Lori talks abou

Does the NBA need a winner in Chicago to be successful?

It’s Lower Wacker Live with Justin Kaufmann! This is the podcast that makes fun of the news and can also get you from Lake Shore Drive to 290 in like 5 minutes. Today’s top stories include astronomers capturing the first ever photo of a Black H

Extension 720 with Justin Kaufmann Episode #7: Playing Games

Sports journalist Brandon “Scoop B” Robinson joins Justin on Extension 720 to discuss the end of the NBA season, Magic Johnson stepping down as Lakers’ president, the lack of success of iconic franchises like the New York Knicks and the Chicag

Neighborhoods Matter: Off the Record with author and critic Lee Bey in Pullman

Tonight on Extension 720 with Justin Kaufmann: Playing Games. Governor Pritzker wants to open the state constitution to change the way we do taxes. What else should he be changing while he’s in there? David Greising from the BGA has some ideas.

ReadyUp CEO Roderick Alemania: “You have to persevere when you are on the cutting edge”

“Off the Record” is a series of conversations with prominent Chicagoans in their communities. Tonight on Extension 720, Justin is joined by author, photographer and architecture critic Lee Bey at The Pullman Cafe in Pullman. Lee talks about how

How the Countering Violent Extremism Program is disproportionately targeting Muslim and Arab youth in Illinois

Tonight on Extension 720, Justin is joined by ReadyUp CEO Roderick Alemania to discuss the future of sports…esports. Roderick talks about his career, how he made the transition from media to esports, the importance of perseverance, what he look