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
The Best Time to Sell a House in Boise is Coming Up
Spring is usually an active time for real estate transactions, and there is a two-week period coming up that is supposed to be hotter than hot. If you're selling a home, put it on the market during this time and it will sell faster, and for more money.
Lady Gaga and Taylor Swift are Favorite Road Trip Artists
It's Friday and it's been a long, crazy week. If you're ready for a road trip like we are, one of the best artists to crank up is Lady Gaga, according to a new survey.
Boise Farmer’s Market Opens This Weekend
The Boise Farmer's Market opens this weekend, and we'll be able to stock up on a bunch of great food at its peak freshness. So what's in season?
Things Besides Chocolate That Can Kill Your Dog
I had a dog once that ate half a bag of coffee grounds and miraculously survived. Don't let your dog get into that! Caffeine can cause serious problems for pets, along with chocolate, meds, and a few surprise items around the house.
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.
A Teacher Lets Students Doodle On Her Clothes And It Works
Rebecca Bonner is an art teacher in Texas who is inspiring the internet with her doodle skirt. This is an idea that we could use in Treasure Valley schools and at home too, for some clothes that will have the whole office talking.
Why A Trip To The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Surprised Me
Tonight's the night for the official induction ceremony for the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, and it will add lots of new memorabilia to a collection that's already pretty incredible. I stopped by the Hall on a trip to Cleveland, and I was really surprised by what I saw.
It’s Opening Day for MLB and Concessions are Wilder Than Ever
One Major League ballpark this year will sell sweet potato fries with powdered sugar, chopped pecans, and whipped cream on top, and they're drizzling it with chocolate sauce and Nutella. Just take our money right now. Who says baseball is about baseball? Concessions for the win.
Avocado Hacks That Will Change Your Life
If you love avocados, there's nothing worse than getting hit by the craving and having to wait three long days to dig in! Help is on the way. This avocado life hack will short circuit the ripening process, and turn a rock hard avocado into something edible in fifteen minutes or less.
Two Mountain View High School Students Get the Attention of C-SPAN
Two Treasure Valley high school students earned money this month from the cable channel C-SPAN for creating a documentary called "American Immigration."
Out of more than six thousand entries, these two were in the top 150 nationwide!
Out of more than six thousand entries, these two were in the top 150 nationwide!