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

The hidden story behind our accents

The Mountain Life is a weekly, hour-long program that focuses on variety of topics from health and fitness, nutrition and parenting as well as lifestyle and education. Co-hosts Lynn Ware Peek and Mary Beth Maziarz hear from experts, authors, explorers and Wasatch Back locals who share ways to maximize your mountain life.

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