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From the ski slopes to the soccer field, concussions happen. Concussion expert Annie Howard of Happy Brain Physical Therapy discusses the newest protocols for faster, safer recovery.

From injury recovery to longevity, Dr. Angela Petersen of Amplified Regenerative Health explains the promise, the pitfalls, and the evidence behind peptides and regenerative medicine.

Physician-scientist Florence Comite explores the latest advances in longevity science and how personalized medicine is transforming the way we age.

Melissa Berton discusses how "period poverty" affects young women worldwide and what's changing about menstrual equity.

Park City local Lonnie Mayne, speaker and writer, speaks to us about "Red Shoes Living" -- the path he's forged for himself (and now others) toward living one's most authentic and positive life.

Summer break is here—now what? Jessica Parker and Sierra Darling of Live Like Sam share simple ways to keep kids engaged, connected, and thriving all summer long.

Psychiatrist and author Jennifer Reid explains why guilt has become such a powerful force in so many lives—and how to break free from unreasonable expectations, people-pleasing, and relentless self-criticism. She discusses in her new book, "Guilt Free: Reclaiming Your Life from Unreasonable Expectations."

Dr. Timothy Duerler discusses the rise of concierge medicine, the science of healthy longevity, and the simple evidence-based habits that can have the biggest impact on how well and how long we live.

Julia Geisler of the Salt Lake Climbers Alliance previews the July debut of the new climbing film, "Alpenbock," which showcases the untold history of climbing in Little Cottonwood Canyon.

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.

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

A new community mural project led by Leadership Park City Class 32 is turning walls across Summit County into powerful symbols of healing, resilience, and hope.

Brolly Arts believes in the power of art, story, and activism through water, and this month, the public is invited to join them for their 30th anniversary of work highlighting the spirit, value, and stewardship of the Great Salt Lake.

The Great Salt Lake's decline is already reshaping Utah's ecosystems and future. Jake Dreyfous of Grow the Flow shares how they are working to protect it and how you can get involved.

As part of the Live Like Sam “Resilient Youth” series, therapists James Ott and Nicole Small of Red Willow Counseling & Recovery discuss how to best support teens as they navigate the challenges of adolescence, and how to know when to consider therapeutic approach.

Ivy Watrous and Koby Sommer of The Salted Roots share what goes into creating their unique salt and spice blends, and why salt is such an important part of food's history, flavors, and future.

This summer, let's not let one onion, tomato, or 'scape' go to waste! Brandy Fowers of Farmhouse at Sacco's has creative and practical ways to fully enjoy your garden's crop or your CSA Farmshare this summer.

Horses are beautiful, powerful, and intuitive, and they just might help you get to know and love yourself in ways you never expected. Alejandra Lara of Equellness discusses local programs utilizing equine therapy.

In recognition of Survive Stroke Week, Dr. Blaise Baxter breaks down the critical warning signs of stroke because knowing them could save a life.

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."

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.

Dr. Susie Wiet outlines Sovegna Health's focus on three core mental health challenges: addiction and avoidance, trauma and distress, and psychiatric conditions.

Our “Resilient Youth” series — in partnership with Live Like Sam — features a conversation with writer Melinda Wenner Moyer. She'll share the good news she's discovering about modern kids, as highlighted in her recent Scientific American article, “The kids are all right.”

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.”

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.”

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."

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.

Paralympic gold medalist Chris Waddell talks Olympics and Paralympics, medals, peaks, TV projects, and his new school initiative.

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.

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.

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.

Former C-Suite executive Amy Leneker explores a new approach to leading and living with less stress and more joy.

Ellen Brown of Stacy Wellness Center, a medical practice in Orem and Heber, tells how women benefit from focused, specialized healthcare.

Elisabeth Lentz shares details about the Silent Walks for Peace, a meditative group walk each weekend in March with the intention of expanding peace and compassion in the world.

Artificial Intelligence is moving from tool to teammate. Science writer and senior tech editor for Scientific American, Eric Sullivan, joins us to explore the promise—and the risks—of living in what he calls the Copilot Society.

Brain health is one of the biggest keys to living longer—and better. Renowned neurologist Dr. Majid Fotuhi joins the show to explain how to protect your brain, sharpen memory, and reduce your risk of dementia.

Trauma therapist and parenting expert Maggie Nick discusses the hidden dramas often present within easy-going, dependable, high-achieving kids in her new book, "Good Kids -- Why You Suffered in Silence and How to Break the Cycle.”

From its roots to its future, we dive into cross-country skiing on the Wasatch Back with Nordic ski gurus Charlie Sturgis and Dave Hanscom. They talk trail access, this year's push to keep skiing alive with low snow, and why Nordic skiing is core to the identity of a true ski town.

Author Jonathan Tepper presents a memoir of radical compassion as he shares his story of being raised by missionary parents in Madrid, Spain, in one of the most notorious heroin slums. His book is titled "Shooting Up: A Memoir of Love, Loss, and Addiction."

Gen Z is drinking less, smoking less, and having sex less. Dr. Nicole McNichols breaks down this 'quiet shift' and discusses her new book "You Could Be Having Better Sex."

Whether you're part of a charismatic company culture, church, fandom, or political movement, you're likely invested far more deeply than you realize, according to author Daniella Mestyanek Young in her new book "The Culting of America."

Dr. Anna Baeth discusses her new book, "Fair Game: Trans Athletes and the Future of Sports," which dives deep into the myths and science relevant to competitive trans athletes.

Michael Sapienza, CEO of the Colorectal Cancer Alliance, calls for urgent action, with colorectal cancer now the leading cancer killer for people under 50.

Harvard psychology professor Dr. Ellen Braaten shares exercises, strategies and the science behind how a young brain works and in order to support an emerging motivation mindset in her new workbook, “The Motivation Mindset Workbook.”