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
If You Have to Clean, These Songs Have The Best Rhythm
After all the time at home over the past few months, the house has collected some dust and randomness, and some songs will motivate us to get after it more than others. Not every song on the cleaning soundtrack is upbeat.
Technology May Let Sports Fans Cheer From the Couch
Arenas may be empty when sports start up again, but we could still hear the roar of the crowd when there's a touchdown. A tech company is working on a way to include live cheers from living rooms, and the sound would become part of the broadcast.
Your Body Will Tell You When It’s Enough Exercise
If you're exercising to the point that you're out of breath, you're doing yourself a huge favor. They've increased the amount of cardio we should be getting each week, and this number alone is enough to knock the wind out of you.
What I’ve Noticed at the Gym, the Nail Salon, and the Grocery Store
Now that things are opening up, it's full speed ahead for me. I'm not being reckless, but if they'll let me in, I'm sanitizing my hands and I am coming. And I've noticed that some of the changes are consistent from one place to the next.
What If 2020 Is Our Best Year Ever?
Social media has been hosing 2020 and asking for a do-over, but what if all of this rough stuff actually makes us better in the long run?
Why You’re Having Weird Food Cravings Right Now
Is anyone else craving spaghetti for breakfast? The pandemic has wreaked havoc on many things, including our food cravings. There's one main reason behind the need for carbs right now.
A Boise Store Will Be Part Of The Rescheduled Record Store Day
The annual Record Store Day has been rescheduled twice, but this time it looks set in stone. Britney Spears, Billie Eilish, and Kesha are a few of the artists who will be releasing exclusive new music, and a Boise Store is participating.
UV Light May Be Key in Killing the Coronavirus
Instead of hand sanitizer, soon we may be carrying hand-held UV devices that can zap the novel coronavirus within a few seconds. There's only one drawback to this scientific breakthrough.
If You’re Feeling Stressed, Hug Your Cat
Cats never seem too thrilled with a hug, but June 4th is National Hug Your Cat Day so today is a good day to try. And it turns out there's one cat hugging method that's better than all the rest.
What To Get a Low Maintenance Dad for Father’s Day
Most people are planning to spend $149 on dad for Father's Day this year, and if your low-maintenance dad is anything like mine, that's a lot of barbecue sauce.