I've been on the air in East Texas since 1999, and in radio for my whole adult life. I've been single, married, and single again, and weeding through the dating apps as a single mom of three girls is quite the adventure. It all leads to one fun and embarrassing story after another for the radio show. We chat about fitness and exercise, relationships, and workplace experiences, pop culture news, kids, and things that bother us and make us laugh and bawl our eyes out too. Faith, fitness, and family are really important to me, and I love shopping and sports too. My daughters crack me up and ask odd questions and challenge me, and you'll hear me talking about wild parental adventures with them too. Life is full and a little nuts, so let's hang out and do it together. It's better with friends, and sometimes vodka.
Jen Austin
Little Highs Come From Checking Your Phone
It's right up there with food, alcohol, and even some drugs. The buzz we get from checking our phones explains why we do it so much.
The Top 5 Biggest Summer Fails in East Texas
It's hammered into our heads to be more active overall in life, but in Texas, that can be a big summer fail because it's too darned hot! Hydrating with beer is also bad. And there are several other things we should be skipping during the summer months.
Why Dogs are Freaked Out By Fireworks
If your dog is anything like mine, she'll be hiding under the bed for another ten days or so, until the possibility of hearing the pop of a firecracker is gone. There are four big reasons why dogs are not fans of the 4th of July.
There’s a Huge Mistake In This Bestselling Book Series
As my daughter was reading her favorite book series one night last week she stumbled upon a huge error. She scratched out a note on a paper towel so she would remember where she left off when she discovered it.
One of the Best Lines in Toy Story 4 Comes After The Movie
Don't get up too soon, or you'll miss the credits and one of the best lines in the movie!
It tries to answer the single biggest question of the entire movie series.
It tries to answer the single biggest question of the entire movie series.
Demolition Begins for a Tyler Restaurant
The iconic building has been in Tyler for more than 50 years, but crews started knocking it down this week. We're going to have to drive a long way to find that LuAnn Platter now.
There’s a Good Chance a Tipsy Vegetarian Will Eat Meat
If your diet is plant-based like mine, does vodka make you suddenly want to eat bacon? It happens pretty often, apparently.
Old Toys That Are Worth Big Money Right Now
Anyone else have a Furby? Or a Lite Brite? Even though newer versions are still in stores, the vintage ones are worth a ton. And those old Star Wars and G.I. Joe action figures might even help you with a down payment on a car.
Get Paid To Travel Around And Eat Barbecue
Wanna get paid to travel around the country in August for two weeks and eat barbecue? What a great job for a Texan.
East Texas Pools Join World’s Largest Swimming Lesson
Six hundred locations around the globe are going to be part of the World's Largest Swimming Lesson this Thursday, including two places in East Texas. Take the kids! Anyone can be part of it.
The 5 Best Zip Lining Adventures in Texas
I'm seeing a ton of zip lining pictures on social media right now, and that made me do a little digging to find the zip lining spots that Texans love the most. Feel free to add your favorites.
Longview Is Looking For Ways To Celebrate Its 150th Birthday
Longview's 150th birthday is coming up in 2020, and they may celebrate with a "Walk of Stars." Longview High School graduate and Oscar winner Matthew McConaughey could be one of those honored.