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
NFL Tells Fans To Hang In There
"The NFL in 2020 will not look like other years." That's the word from the NFL to fans this week, and we'll find out soon what exactly that means.
Best Places to Camp Outside of Idaho
With this vacation idea, you'll get some road trip therapy and you'll be socially distanced when you arrive at your destination too. It's a true getaway.
Chipotle Shares Another Secret Recipe on TikTok
First the guacamole recipe, and now Chipotle has shared its recipe for medium-roasted corn salsa on TikTok.
FACT OR FICTION: Pizza Boxes Are Not Recyclable
A Treasure Valley pizza restaurant is clearing up confusion about pizza boxes. There's one key factor when it comes to recycling them.
The Truth About Cold Brew
Cold brew is more than just iced coffee. It goes through a different brewing process which changes the taste and brings extra health benefits, and it's getting harder to find in stores.
Idahoans Plan to Continue Support of Local Businesses
Some of the realizations we've had during the pandemic: we'll never actually run out of toilet paper, people on Zoom aren't always fully dressed, and it's important to support local stores and restaurants. At least one of those ideas will linger.
The Dog Breeds Most Likely To Destroy Things
My schnauzer just destroyed my daughter's dental appliance for the second time and schnauzers aren't even on the list of the most destructive dog breeds. Which ones could possibly be worse?
Road Trip Essentials Besides Snacks
Having grapes, yogurt-covered almonds, and Chex snack mix within arm's reach used to make for a pretty good road trip, but there's a whole new list of essentials to pack now.
Kids Can Get An Economic Bailout Too
The situation has squashed a lot of economic opportunities, including innocent little lemonade stands. But now there's a bailout plan for that too, and kids can get a $100 stimulus check.
The Kids Are Calling Me ‘Bro’ And I Can’t Even
I'll always remember the first time they said "Mama," and I'll always remember the first time they called me "Bruh." One makes way more sense than the other.