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
Be Thankful That East Texas Gas Prices Are Not This High
Gas prices in Tyler are still under $3 per gallon, but $4.19 may not be out of the realm of possibility.
The Top Youtube Videos That Come Up When You Search ‘Tyler, TX’
Youtube gives plenty of love to Tyler with more videos about our town than we ever thought possible. There are reasons to move here, reasons not to move here, and even one guy who says he hates Tyler. What?!
East Texas Hotel Rates Are Up And That’s a Good Thing
Staying at a hotel in Tyler for a week this summer can cost around a thousand bucks! People who visit East Texas must really want to be here.
A Weird Texas Law Lets You Marry Someone Without A Ceremony
Seriously, if you introduce your sig other as your husband or wife three times that's enough to be legally married? This is hard to believe.
The Curb Appeal Improvement Every Tyler Homeowner Can Make Before Summer Ends
I will warn you, this is not a quickie, but it could be well worth the effort if you're looking to increase the value of your home and spiff up the neighborhood too.
My First Post-Pandemic Trip to Six Flags Over Texas Was No Big Surprise
I noticed something during my visit to Six Flags Over Texas over the weekend, and I have to say I wasn't surprised. There's one thing that the pandemic can't change.
A True Texas Gem Gets the Attention of HGTV
A lot of towns have live music, good food, and piles of good ole Texas charm, but there's one thing that sets this town apart from all the rest and it's gotten the attention of HGTV.
A Tyler Record Store Will Have Exclusive Sales Next Week
You won't be able to buy next week's one-of-a-kind music releases everywhere. There's just one Tyler store that's planning to hook you up.
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.