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
3 Things About Tyler That Are Giving You Gray Hair
It's true that stress can give us gray hair, and there are three big things in Tyler causing it. The good news is, if we can get a grip, it can be reversed.
Cowboys Will Make a Major Team Decision on National Television
The Dallas Cowboys will have their third appearance on HBO's Hard Knocks in August, and there is one big reason why it will be the best one yet.
Are Banks Open or Closed Today?
Since the 4th of July fell on a Sunday, the holiday will be extended through today for some businesses but not all of them. Mondays are usually a little fuzzy, but this time at least there's a good reason for it.
The Pandemic Has Turned Half of Tyler Into Hoarder-ville
Oh, we're not hoarders, that's for people with serious issues. I mean, I am still working my way through a 2020 supply of paper towels, boxed blueberry muffin mix, and elbow macaroni, but that's different. Or is it?
A Viral Parking Hack That Somebody in Tyler is Going to Mess Up
If we could get coordinated on this, our parking problems would be solved and we would forever avoid knicks and door dings in crowded parking lots. But you know somebody in East Texas is not going to get the message.
The Cowboys Are On Track to Make $1 Billion Per Year, And Texans Should be Happy About It
The Houston Texans may not love it, but it's a good thing for other Texans like you and me. The Dallas Cowboys are the wealthiest football team in America, and they're about to break through a new threshold of success.
Take Your Dog to ETX Brewing and Help the SPCA
Our dogs would love to go with us every time we leave the house, and this Thursday it's their turn to hop in the car and go. ETX Brewing is hosting a beer night with the dogs, and it helps the SPCA of East Texas.
Only Four Texas Colleges Require Vaccines (So Far)
The list of colleges that will require students to be vaccinated before August is growing by the day, but so far there are only four Texas schools on it.
The Dallas Cowboy That is About to Have His Best Season Ever
Sometimes setbacks are the best motivator. After a series of unfortunate events, he's got a brand new start, and one Cowboys' linebacker is about to kick some serious butt in the NFL.
Tyler is Rebelling Against Three Texas Food Trends
The food trends are breakfast, lunch, and dinner. While the rest of Texas may be rolling around in sugar and carbs, and overdosing on fiber, Tyler is rebelling by practicing some restraint.
Hundreds in Tyler Could Have the West Nile Virus and Not Know It
We've heard a lot about people walking around "asymptomatic" with COVID in the past year, and it turns out that can happen with West Nile too. Hundreds of East Texans will likely have the West Nile virus this summer and not even know it.
A Post-Pandemic Grocery Store Trend That Texas Will Not Follow
If you see a shopper at Brookshire's wearing a certain color of wristband, that person is sending a post-pandemic signal that they would be cool with it if you got really excited about bananas and wanted to offer a fist bump. Oh, trends.