I've been on the air in the Treasure Valley 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
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Should Daylight Saving Time End For Good?
Daylight Saving Time has been around since 1966, and every time we lose an hour of sleep we get mad and want it to go away. It turns out, even gaining an hour of sleep is bad for us, and that's why one group is calling for an end to clock changes.
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Idahoans are pretty good at grilling any ole weekend, but Labor Day makes for one of the top grilling weekends of the year and therefore we will kick it up a notch.
Boise’s Poison Ivy Problem Is Bigger Than Usual
Now what?! Just when you thought you had a handle on your skin with soap and sanitizer, there's something else to worry about. Poison Ivy is growing faster than ever, and there's one big reason behind it.
The U.S. Navy Is Naming a Ship After Idaho
Idaho will have a namesake submarine soon in the U.S Navy. And a former governor helped launch the USS Idaho earlier this week.
A Rare Blue Moon Is Coming on Halloween
You'll want to notice the sky on Halloween night this year because it could be a little extra spooky. And, all those things you said would happen "once in a blue moon," will have a good chance of coming to fruition.
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.
Dairy Queen Is Calming Pandemic Stress With New Treats
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New Style of Mask Could Be Just What Singers Need
The last thing singers want is for the fabric to rub up against their faces as they sing. For choir singers that have to practice or perform with a mask, a breakthrough could be on the way.
How To Get Kids Used To Wearing Masks Before School Starts
If your kids are pulling their masks underneath their noses and fiddling to leave them hanging from one ear, you're not alone. How will they ever keep them on at school?