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
Watching Texas Birds This Spring Will Make You Happier
The most common bird in Texas is not the woodpecker, although that is in the top ten. In addition to being everywhere this spring, birds also hold a key to happiness. Until the droppings end up on the newly-washed car anyway.
Rangers and Astros Will Have The Highest Fan Capacity in MLB To Start The Season
Some teams will have to wait months to fill up their home ballparks, but the Major League Baseball's Texas teams will have thousands of fans in the seats from the get-go.
April Fool’s Day Jokes To Play On The Kids
It's hard to prank tech-savvy kids by telling them the Wi-Fi is out, but maybe parents can get 'em in other ways. We have a few ideas.
Texans Might Have More Money Than They Think
Does it feel like you have $47,000 per year to spend on whatever you want? You probably do, and you'll want to treat yourself to a relaxing massage after this.
A Texas Grocery Store Is Looking For Products Made in Texas
If you've ever dreamed of having your scratch-made barbecue sauce bottled and sold in grocery stores, this is your shot. One grocery store is looking for products, and the only requirement is that you live in Texas.
When It’s Windy In East Texas, Does It Do Any Good?
The wind blows over patio furniture, whips trash into your backyard, and turns a great hair day into a bad one in five seconds flat, but the spring breeze does have some benefits too.
Despite The Pandemic, Visitors Are Still Flocking to These Spots
Millions of people are flocking to prime outdoor spots around the country, including two Texas locations.
Pets Are Better Off Because of the Pandemic
With more time at home in the past year, we've showered our pets with love and attention and it may have been the best year ever for them. There are plenty of great dogs up for adoption at East Texas shelters this year too.
Texas is Losing the Fight Against Fat
Losing weight takes a whole lot of work and eight out of ten people who hit their goals end up gaining it back later. Ugh! But there is one key to keeping it off.
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.
Help Honor Texas Women Who Have Served in the Armed Forces
The Military Women’s Memorial in Washington D.C. is a powerful way to honor women who have served, and it just opened a new exhibit that honors diversity. We can help East Texas women become honored too.
A Hack That Will Shock Everyone At Your Easter Egg Hunt
Pastel Easter eggs are no big surprise, so if you've grown tired of the ordinary and you're ready to level up to a metallic hunt, this egg hack will solve your problems.