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
How to Spend Zero Dollars on This Year’s Costume
My daughter is under there somewhere. I spent zero dollars on her costume this year, and you can get off cheap too.
Kids See Their First Scary Movie At Age 10
Your 4th grader might be watching "Halloween" this week.
Only 46 percent of us think we could survive as a character in a scary movie, but we're quick to let 10-year olds watch and weigh in. Are we nuts?
Only 46 percent of us think we could survive as a character in a scary movie, but we're quick to let 10-year olds watch and weigh in. Are we nuts?
‘Cash Back Day’ Will Pay You to Shop
If you spend a hundred bucks, you can get twenty bucks back.
There's a new shopping holiday coming up that will pay you to shop, and it will only happen during one 24-hour period in November.
There's a new shopping holiday coming up that will pay you to shop, and it will only happen during one 24-hour period in November.
Are Idaho Teens Better Drivers Than Adults?
Adults probably worry more about their teenage kids on the road, but which one is the better driver in Idaho -- the teen or the adult?
Vote Your Favorite Artist Into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
If Whitney Houston and Dave Matthews Band get into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame next year, it might be because you had something to do with it. The fan ballot will have a big impact on this year's class of nominees.
What To Do If Your Chipotle App is Hacked
Hackers are always after something, and now it looks like they're going after your burrito fix. They're trying to make charges to your credit card through the Chipotle app, but there is one simple thing you can do to stay ahead of them.
Doing One Simple Thing On Your Computer Today Will Change Your Week
It's a little move that will take a bunch of stress away, and today is a good day to do it.
4 Reasons to Adopt a Dog This Weekend
There are hundreds of pets in shelters across the Treasure Valley right now, waiting for an awesome home like yours. And we have 4 big reasons why it's the perfect time to adopt.
Oh, Please Bring Christmas Con to the Treasure Valley
The Hallmark Channel's first-ever "Christmas Con" is happening next month in New Jersey, with stars from Hallmark movies, Christmas decorating ideas, and an ugly sweater contest. Yes! How can we bring this seasonal slam dunk to the Treasure Valley?
When Your Child Wants To Put Up The Christmas Tree in October
Every day since October 1, my daughter has asked if we can put up the tree yet. No! So she and the dog are listening to Christmas songs online while she waits. Should I let her do it?