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The Mountain Life

The Mountain Life | June 10, 2026

By Lynn Ware Peek,

Mary Beth Maziarz

Published June 10, 2026 at 3:03 PM MDT

Linguist Valerie Fridland, author of "Why We Talk Funny: The Real Story Behind Our Accents," shares the surprising science behind the way we speak. (0:56)

Then, Karen Stolman, owner of Park City Dermatology and Heber City Dermatology, discusses skin cancer risk in our high-altitude state and the simple steps that can help protect your skin all summer long. (26:13)

The Mountain Life

Lynn Ware Peek

KPCW Co-Host / Producer of The Mountain Life and Cool Science Radio

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Mary Beth Maziarz

Co-host of The Mountain Life

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