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
Two Children Die After Tragedy Strikes a Texas Drag Race
Two kids, ages 6 and 8, died over the weekend after a drag racer in Kerrville lost control and spun into the crowd.
When To Catch The Massive Meteor Shower In East Texas
The oldest and largest meteor shower in the world is about to flash over East Texas, and there is one day that the display will be at a peak.
Jumping Snake Worms Are Hiding in East Texas
If you've seen an earthworm that wiggles and thrashes like a snake, you've seen a jumping snake worm. They're taking over East Texas as we speak.
How To Order Starbucks’ Secret Pumpkin Cheesecake Frappuccino
The seasonal offerings are starting to explode across East Texas, and so are the secret menus. And it turns out, if you request an extra squirt of the right syrups at Starbucks, your frappe will taste just like pumpkin cheesecake.
Chick-fil-A’s Secret Menu Item Is A Huge Challenge For Employees
The newest secret menu item at Chick-fil-A is so obscure that most employees don't even know how to make it.
This Is Your Chance To Get Married at Whataburger
Couples who tie the knot at Whataburger are just Texas cool. There's no other way to describe them. And this is your chance to join the club, and have the most memorable wedding ever.
5 Things That Will Make You Bail On Your Workout
More than a third of people will cut a workout short if they forgot something. Others will quit early because they ate a waffle first and shouldn't have. It turns out, there are a whole host of reasons for not finishing strong at the gym.
20 Ways That Alexa Can Help You Get Organized
Alexa devices were hot gifts over the holidays, and as you're setting them up there are several things you might want to try to make life more organized. With Alexa's help, we'll never forget anything again.
I Witnessed a Lottery Winner Pay-It-Forward
Granted, the lottery win was small and the pay-it-forward deed was too, but everyone who saw it happen had a big smile on their face. Tis the season for generosity in East Texas.
Kids See Their First Horror 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?
Beware of the Hidden Costs of Halloween
Halloween will really ding you if you let it because, well, Twix ain't cheap. But it's the hidden costs that will take a huge bite out of your budget.
The Best Labor Day Weekend Getaways In Texas
School has started and the fall routine has begun, but there's already a three-day weekend ahead that's begging for us to goof off. Ideas, we need ideas!