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
What’s A Zero-Minute Workout?
If you never hit the gym and you don't have an organized fitness plan, you may still be getting a good daily workout. Here's how it sneaks in.
Ways Your Next Hotel Stay Will Be Different [Part 1]
Last weekend I stayed in a hotel for the first time after lockdown and noticed several changes. Like optional housekeeping.
The COVID-19 Test Results Came In
After one of us was exposed, everyone in my house waited eagerly for COVID-19 test results to come in. The answer made me think about the disease in a whole new light.
Signs You’re Becoming Your Father
The average age guys start telling Dad jokes is 37, and that's just one of the signs that he's becoming his father.
‘COVID Campers’ are Selling Like Crazy
Rolling down the highway in an RV this summer sounds like the perfect socially-distanced vacation. We can stay away from everyone else and fit a month's supply of snacks inside those camper cabinets.
A New Virus is Attacking Kids; What to Watch For
Kids are getting a mystery illness that's related to COVID-19, but the symptoms are usually different. Most of the time parents can see them pop up on kids' lips and toes.
Misinformation About COVID-19 Can Come Through One Method
After looking at millions of tweets about coronavirus, they've figured out that there is one method that could be making information about the virus go... well, viral. And it's not always accurate.
Things to Grill Besides Meat
Since there's an apparent meat shortage happening and prices for steaks and burgers are shooting higher at the grocery store, throwing a portabello mushroom on the grill this weekend is sounding like a great idea. And have you ever grilled a peach?
The Easiest Healthy Treat Ever
When you find a treat that everyone in the family likes and it's healthy, you run with it. This is one of those snacks, and it's so versatile you can change it up to make it as unhealthy as you want.
Dogs Are Getting Bad Pandemic Haircuts Too
I couldn't take it anymore, so I had to shave the schnauzer completely. And then I discovered that Purina's "tips and tricks for keeping dogs happy" during the pandemic don't involve buzz cuts. Poor Benny.
Offices May Never Be The Same
Crowded cubicle spaces may be a thing of the past and office desks will be moving at least six feet apart. And you might be getting a temperature check when you enter the building. If you go back.
Moms Should Be Making $94,000 Per Year
Moms, if you received a gift for Mothers Day that truly matched your value, you got a big fat check close to six figures. Moms roll a dozen jobs into one every day, but there's one that's worth more than all the others.