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
Boise State Offers $30,000 in its Cybersecurity Challenge
Boise State is giving you the chance to compete for huge cash prizes if you can solve cybersecurity challenges, and you'll be able to make your pitch with the help of several amazing Boise businesses.
8 Popular Halloween Costume Ideas for Boise Kids
Some of the cuter kids' costumes this Halloween might be Flo the Progressive Lady, a Grandma and her walker, or Forest Gump running. When kids are adults it's fun for everyone, but the most popular costumes will likely be the ole standbys.
Time is Running Out to View Fall Colors Before Idaho Peaks
Boise is in a section of Southern Idaho that has one week left before the gorgeous fall leaves peak, and then give up on the season and fall off. So, exactly how long do we have to find a guy on the dating apps to come and rake 'em?
[Mom Team] The Most Popular Baby Names in Idaho Have Lots of Vowels
Girl names that end in A sound great when you sing them, and they're amazingly popular in Idaho. And if you're having a boy, start the name with an E and he will be surrounded by alphabetical friends in the lunch line.
Too Soon? A Sneak Peak at This Year’s Hottest Christmas Gifts
We've barely digested the pumpkin spice, and now they want us to think about Christmas shopping? Really. But getting a jump now will help ensure the hottest gifts won't sell out on you.
Your Mail Is Going to Slow Down Dramatically Starting October 1
If it takes three days for a letter to reach your mailbox now, starting on October 1 it may take five days or more for the same letter to get where it's going. The Treasure Valley is in a section of the country that will be the most negatively impacted by the new slowdowns.
A Dog is Killed After a Car Veers Off the Road in Southeast Boise
A teenage girl was behind the wheel when her car veered onto a sidewalk and hit two women and a dog Sunday in Southeast Boise and the dog was killed, and now the teen driver might be facing criminal charges.
8 Incredibly Fun Ways to Spend 10k in Boise in One Day
If you had to spend $10-thousand dollars in Boise in a 24-hour period without putting it toward big purchase items like houses and cars, how would you do it? Get the flat cart ready for your Costco trip and load up!
[Mom Team] 5 Healthy Snack Hacks That the Kids Won’t Hate
In an active place like the Treasure Valley, you don't have oodles of extra time to make a fancy charcuterie board for the kids at snack time, so it's a good thing frozen grapes will do. These snack hacks are timesavers that will keep kids out of chip bags too.
See Boise Like Never Before Through Spectacular Drone Shots
The latest drone's eye view of Boise State is incredible. The 8k video was filmed in late spring of this year, and you can see glimpses of the river, foothills, and the City of Boise too.