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
You Have Extra Time To Get That Gold Star On Your License
Because DMVs are closed and it's harder to get a driver's license right now, they've extended the Real ID deadline by a whole year.
Most Popular Grocery Items in Boise
If you've got disinfecting wipes, toilet paper, and oat milk at the house, you're in on some popular buys. And what's with all the beans?
7 Things That Are Incredibly Comforting And We Don’t Know Why
It's really hard to focus on stress and anxiety when there's a cat purring in your ear. Cat purrs and the sound of Bob Ross's voice are two strangely comforting things that we need more of right now.
You May Be Banned From Costco Starting in March
After March 1st, you'll no longer be able to sneak into Costco to eat that enormous slice of reasonably-priced pizza if you're not a member. Costco is going to start enforcing a ban.
Idahoans Are Turning To Crowdfunding Sites to Cover Medical Costs
More people than ever are running into medical bills that they can't pay, and they're turning to crowdfunding sites to ask for help. And if you're like me, you've donated to their cause.
Boise Will Be Covered in Random Acts of Kindness This Weekend
Make a toy for a homeless pet, make a card for someone in the military, or donate some food. This is a pretty cool way to celebrate Valentine's weekend.
Horseback Riding Helps Treasure Valley Kids with Autism and ADHD
It's been proven that horseback riding helps kids with Autism and ADHD improve strength and dexterity, but the benefits don't stop there. We've got the best horseback riding spots around the Treasure Valley so all of us can make the most of it.
The Mail Carrier Has a Harder Job Than You Think
That guy or girl that comes to your house six days a week, 52 weeks a year and leaves envelopes in your mailbox...well, today is the day to say thanks.
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.