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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

  • Election 2025: Seattle City Council position 9 candidates debate

    Two candidates are running to represent the city of Seattle in one of our two city-wide Council seats. And 2026 will be a big year for the council – we’ve got a looming budget deficit, potential federal funding cuts, and, of course, the continuous threat of federal troops being sent to our fair city.
  • caption: Adonis Ducksworth (L) and Eddie Lin (R) are the 2025 candidates for Seattle City Council Position 2.

    Seattle City Council District 2 candidates talk taxes, housing, and public safety

    The Seattle City Council District 2 seat was vacated earlier this year by former Councilmember Tammy Morales. It has been temporarily filled by interim Councilmember Mark Solomon, but he plans to step aside once voters decide which candidate they want to represent their community — Adonis Ducksworth or Eddie Lin. Soundside’s Libby Denkmann hosted the two candidates for a debate at the KUOW studios about who will join City Council representing the southeast Seattle district that includes the Chinatown-International District through Rainier Beach.

  • Election 2025: Seattle District 2 candidates debate

    The two City Council candidates for District 2 are campaigning on platforms that prioritize key issues, like gun violence, housing and homelessness. In this debate, we'll dig into the ways they differ so you can make an informed decision when you reach for your ballots.  

  • Soundside's "Weekend Warmup" - 10/9-12

    The Weekend Warmup starts with a conversation about the Tasveer Film Festival, with Libby chatting with Executive Director Rita Meher.

  • How Oct. 7th transformed Israeli politics

    What do things look like inside Israel right now? And will a ceasefire, if it happens, or the return of hostages, change the picture in Israel?
  • caption: King County executive candidates Girmay Zahilay (L) and Claudia Balducci (R) speak at a debate hosted by Soundside host Libby Denkmann (C) at the KUOW Studios on Oct. 1, 2025.

    Candidates to lead King County talk taxes, audits, homelessness, and mental health

    The King County executive oversees the sheriff’s department, manages public health, transportation, public housing, and jails. According to the King County website, the executive leads one of the largest regional governments in the United States. And, for the first time in 16 years, there isn’t an incumbent on the ballot. Two county leaders are vying for the job. Soundside’s Libby Denkmann hosted the two candidates — Claudia Balducci and Girmay Zahilay — for a debate at the KUOW studios.