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
Even Peeps Haters Will Love This
I was in Walmart this week and noticed Peeps Cereal in at least different three places around the store. Peeps are everywhere! And they're a sign that we're nearing the end of the pandemic. Let me explain.
Texas is One of the Richest States in America
So, how much money do you make? Compared to much of the country, Texas is filthy rich, and things are only going to get better.
How Many Devices Can Your Home Wi-Fi Handle?
The average family has ten or eleven devices hooked up to the home Wi-Fi, but most devices can hold a lot more than that. Would you believe it's more than two hundred?
How To Get Free Pancakes At IHOP
IHOP canceled National Pancake Day this week, but there's still a way to get a free short stack at East Texas restaurants.
Cold Weather Bonus; You’re Burning More Calories!
If you're looking to burn calories, shivering may be almost as good as a few minutes on the elliptical. It's a bright side of this crazy winter cold spell, proven by some guys in the nude!
Name a Rat After Your Ex And Watch Reptiles Eat It on Valentine’s Day
This is gross, but it could be strangely therapeutic if you've been scorned and want to see your ex's namesake rat devoured by an enormous python on social media. It's happening this Valentine's Day.
98 Percent Of Us Will Fail To Complete These Easy Phrases
Let the ___ out of the bag.
That's easy, right? But 98 percent of people will miss at least one of these easy fill-in-the-blanks.
Gifts For Kids That Parents Hope They Never Get
It's the thought that counts. Unless the thought includes something that creates more work for mom and dad, or noise, or trash. There are some gifts that make parents cringe!
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.
5 Ways The Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade Will Be Different
The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade is changing so much this year, that it may be less of a parade and more of a stationary exhibit. But at least it's on!
5 Things To Buy In November
If you know when stores are moving out certain items to make room for holiday sets and seasonal products, you can save a bunch of money. And November is a great month to score some deals if you know where to look.