I've been on the air 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
Why Texans Should Be Excited About the NIT
The goal for every college basketball team is to make the NCAA Tournament, but the National Invitational Tournament carries extra prestige this year too. It kicks off tonight, and Texas gets to be the host.
Dairy Queen is Canceling Free Cone Day This Year
First, the free pancakes at IHOP were canceled, and now this! Dairy Queen won't be giving out free ice cream next month and we have the pandemic to blame.
Ten Christmas Songs That Actually Boost Your Heart Rate
A Christmas song doesn't have to be up-tempo to boost your heart rate by ten or fifteen beats per minute. Even if it's slow, we might be able to count it as a workout!
Watch Out For This Santa Scam
Tis the season for scams, and the last thing you need is to hand over your credit card information to a criminal that's posing as Santa. But how will you know?
The ‘Pecan’ Pronunciation Debate Has Been Settled
Is it PEA-can or Puh-CON? The internet may have gotten this right and either way the pie is delicious.
How To Order White and Blue Oreos For Your Next Cowboys Party
This could change Oreo-eating forever. Instead of settling for what's offered at the store, now we can choose the color of the filling and even put a picture of our favorite football team on the outside to level up the party.
An Easy Way To Avoid A Hangover After a Holiday Party
Forget chugging pickle juice and popping B vitamins. There's another hangover prevention method that might work without putting anything new in your system.
Thanksgiving Sides That Guests Don’t Like, But Eat Anyway
There are certain side dishes that Thanksgiving guests will eat even if they're not too fond of them, just because it's Thanksgiving. Most of them are green.
The List Of Stores Closed On Thanksgiving Continues To Grow
Walmart and Target were among the first to announce they would be closed on Thanksgiving Day, and others are adding their names to the list as we speak.
Can You Really Kill COVID With Mouthwash?
It turns out that mouthwash isn't just useful when it comes to good hygiene and hot dates. It might protect you from COVID-19 too.