I've been on the air since 2009, and I love hanging out with ya! We chat about fitness and exercise, relationships, and workplace experiences, pop culture news, kids, and other things that present huge challenges. Like online dating. Oh my goodness. Dating on the apps is time consuming, but if we try to meet someone in person it's stalkery and creepy, so we forge ahead. I was born and raised in the rural town of Elwood, Nebraska with one stop light, a court house, three churches, and a bar. I'm a Cornhusker, and graduated with a Broadcasting degree from the University of Nebraska, and then worked all over the country in radio. When I'm not working, I'm usually running. I try to run between 6 and 9 miles a day because I love that runners high! I try to eat clean too. I love shopping, going out for salmon and wine, seeing live music and comedy, and listening to all kinds of music. I've got three daughters, and that means I'm an Uber mom, taking them to gymnastics, karate, softball, or whatever is in season. They always crack me up and ask odd questions, and give the best hugs and make me realize what's important in life. Feel free to connect via email anytime using the form here on the website. I love hearing from you!
Jen Austin
Free Event Tonight in Boise for ‘Girls Who Code’
An event tonight at a Treasure Valley library will help girls 7 to 18 learn more about the art of telling computers what to do. Just show up, and the coding class is free.
How to Help Kids in Caldwell After Their Bus Was Vandalized
Who would throw rocks and bottles through the windows of the Caldwell Wrestling Club's bus?! While police work to figure that out, we can help them raise funds for a new one.
Eight Out of Ten People Have Done This At Work
It may be slightly embarrassing, but most of us have done this at work.
How To Pick a Great Fantasy Football Team Name
The NFL season starts on September 5th, and now is the time for fantasy football drafts and rosters to be set. If you're still trying to settle on a witty team name and you're a Seahawks' fan, some options might be, "Russell Sprouts," or "Pete Carrol's Gum."
Summer Vacation Warning – Don’t Risk Death for a Photo
It's happening too often. People climb over barriers to get good vacation pictures and get badly injured, or worse. After another incident last week, there's a renewed plea for caution on summer vacations.
Doing This At a Cookout Can Give You Food Poisoning
Nothing ruins a Memorial Day barbecue faster than someone getting violently ill on your brand new patio furniture. Avoid that mess by refusing to let people eat this one thing.
Grilling Etiquette Rules That Idahoans Are Going to Break
Do we really have to light the grill before the guests arrive? There are a few other grilling etiquette rules that Idahoans might toss at the Memorial Day Weekend bash.
The Meaning of Mother’s Day Flowers
Roses are a symbol of love, but there are probably better flower choices for Mom on Mother's day. Know what message you're sending with this handy guide.
Parks in Idaho Host Events for National Park Week
It's National Park Week, and it's a good time for a road trip.
Recipes That Will Help You Get Rid of Easter Candy
While the idea of Peeps on pizza continues to divide the internet, we've got some other interesting ways to insert Easter candy into your favorite foods and watch that stash dwindle. It will be gone in no time.
The Best Time of Day to Buy Gas
Gas stations tend to raise prices at a certain time every day, and if you can get to the pump before that two-hour window you'll be able to beat the price increase. Oh, and the best day of the week to buy gas is not today.
It’s National Peanut Butter and Jelly Day!
Peanut butter and jelly sandwiches might have gotten us through childhood, but now it's time to kick it up a notch with the grilled version. Or with frozen PB&J cups. April 2 is National Peanut Butter and Jelly Day and we're not holding back.