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The Mountain Life
Wednesday, 9-10 AM

The Mountain Life hosts Lynn Ware Peek and Mary Beth Maziarz explore a wide variety of topics from health and fitness, nutrition and parenting as well as lifestyle and education. Hear from experts, authors, explorers and Wasatch Back locals who share ways to maximize your mountain life.

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For questions and inquiries, or to inquire about appearing on the show, contact the hosts directly at themountainlife@kpcw.org.

  • In a world obsessed with answers, author Simone Stolzoff makes the case that having uncertainty isn’t the problem, and that the power of not knowing may be the solution in his new book, "How to Not Know: The Value of Uncertainty in a World that Demands Answers."Then, in recognition of Survive Stroke Week, Dr. Blaise Baxter breaks down the critical warning signs of stroke because knowing them could save a life.
  • Mary Beth and Lynn interview mothers in the Park City community, as well as their own moms, on the challenges and joys of motherhood ahead of Mother's Day.
  • In this month’s Resilient Youth segment, science journalist Melinda Wenner Moyer challenges the “teens-in-crisis" narrative. Then, Dr. Susie Wiet reveals why stress, trauma, and avoidance form a dangerous trifecta, possibly leading to burnout and quiet unraveling.
  • From teen sex educator to global intimacy expert with 150 million views, Caitlin V joins us to share the science—and straight talk—behind her new book “Harder, Better, Longer, Stronger.” (0:45)Then, therapist Keith Kurlander and Dr. Will Van Derveer unpack the promise and limits of psychedelic therapy in their book, “Psychedelic Therapy: A Revolutionary Approach to Restoring Your Mental Health and Reclaiming Your Life.” (26:21)
  • Allergies affect one in three Americans—so what’s really going on in our immune systems? Allergist Dr. Zachary Rubin unpacks the science behind asthma, food allergies, and hay fever. (0:42)Then, therapist Jenna Free shares her new book, “The Simple Guide to ADHD Regulation: The Secret to Finding Balance, Getting Things Done, and Enjoying Your Life.” (26:56)
  • Paralympic gold medalist Chris Waddell talks Olympics and Paralympics, medals, peaks, TV projects, and his new school initiative. (1:18)Then, Dr. Ezekiel Emanuel pairs common sense with uncommon wisdom from decades of expertise and experience to consider which lifestyle changes are worth making and how to most easily implement them for longer, healthier, and happier lives. (27:31)
  • Author Lindy West discusses her new funny and touching new book, "Adult Braces," an engaging and laugh-out-loud narrative of becoming as Lindy transforms from a passenger into the active navigator of her own life.
  • Dr. Aaron Fischer of the University of Utah’s Huntsman Mental Health Institute breaks down how families, schools, and communities can better support youth mental health for this month's installment of the Resilient Youth series. (1:12)Then, Melany Bishop of Operation Smile discusses the causes, prevalence, and treatment of Cleft Palate and Cleft Lip conditions and how Operation Smile provides corrective surgery to children all over the world. (26:10)
  • Former C-Suite executive Amy Leneker explores a new approach to leading and living with less stress and more joy. (1:05)Then, Ellen Brown of Stacy Wellness Center, a medical practice in Orem and Heber, tells how women benefit from focused, specialized healthcare. (26:18)And Park City local Elisabeth Lentz shares info on the Silent Walk for Peace, a meditative group walk that’s taking place every Saturday in March with the intention of expanding peace and compassion. (39:25)
  • Renowned neurologist Dr. Majid Fotuhi explains how to protect your brain, sharpen memory, and reduce your risk of dementia. Then, science writer and editor for Scientific American Eric Sullivan explores the promise and risks of living in what he calls the "Copilot Society."