Libby Denkmann
Host, Soundside
About
Libby Denkmann has covered veterans' issues, homelessness, and local politics during her radio journalism career. She became the host of KUOW's Soundside in November 2021. Previously she was a producer, reporter, anchor, and host for stations KIRO, KFI, and KPCC in Seattle and Los Angeles. During a yearlong hiatus from journalism in 2011, she worked as a congressional staffer in Washington, D.C.. Libby was born in Seattle, grew up on the eastside, and graduated from the University of Washington. Her favorite things include soccer, video games, and her dog, Monty.
Location: Seattle
Languages: English, limited Japanese and Portuguese
Pronouns: she/her
Podcasts
Stories
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Democrats' big, blue branding problem
What’s so wrong with the Democratic party? And what’s it gonna take to fix it?
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Liquor before beer, best to steer clear? Why people are drinking less these days
A new Gallup poll found that Americans are drinking less than ever before. We want to know how local businesses are navigating this -- and what could be behind this shift.
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Amanda Knox on empathy in storytelling and working with Monica Lewinsky in new 'Twisted Tale' series
For the first time, Amanda Knox is using scripted TV series to tell her story the way she wants.
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The prison shaped loophole in Washington's sanctuary laws
Governor Ferguson continues to defy demands from the Trump Administration to end Washington’s “sanctuary state” policies. But lawmakers say there’s one place here where protections for immigrants are falling short: state prisons.
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"He doesn't have any authority": WA Sec. of State defends mail-in voting against Trump
President Trump has threatened to sign an Executive Order that would end mail-in voting in America.
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What the Oregon desert has to do with your Seattle electricity bill
Seattle City Light is contracting for two solar projects in Oregon, but the public utility is still looking for ways to keep up with growing demand.
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What recent protests tell us about the tech industry and employee power
Recent tech company protests are highlighting the connection between worker power and free speech here in Seattle.
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Letter(s) of the law(s): WA and DC trade angry notes
The Trump Justice Department is threatening to withhold funds or even prosecute local officials who enforce Washington’s sanctuary policies. But can they?
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You asked, we answered: On helmets and head protection
A listener asks us about helmets, cyclists, cars and safety.
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It’s a gallery. It’s a theme park? It’s Cannonball Arts in downtown Seattle!
Soundside got a behind the scenes tour of the arts space/gallery/museum in the heart of the old Bed Bath & Beyond building - Cannonball Arts.