I've been on the air in the Treasure Valley 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
Sweethearts Conversation Hearts Are Back in the Treasure Valley, With Changes
If you get some Sweethearts candies this Valentine's Day, appreciate the journey those things have been on. It hasn't been easy getting them back into stores, but after a one-year hiatus, they'll be back with two new flavors and a lot more blanks.
5 Things That Will Make You Bail On Your Workout
More than a third of people will cut a workout short if they forgot something. Others will quit early because they ate a waffle first and shouldn't have. It turns out, there are a whole host of reasons for not finishing strong at the gym.
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The hottest jobs in 2020 lean heavily on science and technology, but if that's not the career path you're on, there's still one thing you can do to guarantee success in your field.
Kids in Idaho Are Getting a Bad Education, According to This
Idaho is almost dead last in the nation for education, and we're in the bottom half overall on Wallethub's list of the Best & Worst States to Raise a Family. What are we doing wrong?
How to Save $5000 in 2020
To have $5000 in your bank account by the end of the year, it's a matter of putting aside a little bit every week and being disciplined about the process. This is the way to do it.
Your Last Great Idea for Elf on the Shelf
Imagine that the kids come barreling down the stairs in the morning looking for their beloved Elf on the Shelf, and the elf has become trapped inside the TV screen. Here's how you can make it happen.
The Biggest Reason Secret Santa Gift Exchanges Could Be Banned
Not everyone loves a Secret Santa gift exchange at the office, and here's why.
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Writing a letter to Santa can be fun, but it might take a week or two for a response from the North Pole. If kids leave a voice mail for Santa using Mom's cell phone, he might call back a whole lot quicker.
What Small Business Saturday Means to Treasure Valley Businesses
Every time you shop at Ruby Lou Clothing Boutique or have breakfast at Guru Donuts, you're helping a Boise small business. And with Small Business Saturday coming up tomorrow, you'll be part of what could be the single biggest day of their year.
How Long Can the Pie Stay on the Counter?
The safest place for pumpkin pie is probably in your belly, but let's just say you get full and can't quite polish off the whole thing. Is it safe to let it sit on the counter, or should you refrigerate it?