John McWhorter, author of "The Power of Babel," a clear and witty discussion of the history of speech. ~~~ "Diversity on the Great Plains and Its Role in Developing Quality of Place," a conference at Dickinson State. ~~~ Kathryn Satrom has travel news.AUDIO BECOMES AVAILABLE BY 4:30pm CST.
Wednesday, February 19
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