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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Using Instagram to sell a house in Seattle
Log onto Instagram and you’ll see videos of celebrity interviews, food recipes and, lately, homes for sale. A real estate agent shares how she's using social media to sell homes around the city.
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Ask a Doctor: What the latest federal vaccine guidance means for your kids
Last week, a vaccine panel formed by Health and Human Services head Robert F. Kennedy Jr. met to discuss policy regarding measles, Covid-19 and Hepatitis B. Two local doctors help us make sense of what all of this means.
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Affordable Housing vacancies in Seattle rise while the homeless population grows
There is a disconnect between the high level of homelessness in Seattle and the high number of affordable housing units that are sitting unused at the moment. As of the end of last year, nearly 11% of affordable housing in the city were empty – more than 2700 apartments. .
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A high horse and a gaslight walk into a bar (with guest Brandi Kruse)
Our guest this week is Brandi Kruse, conservative influencer and host of the UnDivided Podcast. We decided to have her on as the nation and our region are still reeling from the murder of Charlie Kirk -- and struggling with how to discuss the event.
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Soundside's "Weekend Warmup" - Sept 18-21
It's the final weekend of Summer, with Fall beginning on Monday. How will YOU spend YOUR weekend? Check out these events for great ideas!
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Hear it Again: The hunt for truth behind Oregon's mysterious cattle mutilations
In 2019, the remote plains of Harney County, Oregon made national news. Scattered amongst groves of ponderosa pine were a handful of mutilated cattle. The most astounding thing is that the scenes where these cattle were found were pristine. No tracks. And not one drop of blood – the carcasses were drained dry.
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On the ballot: Rep. Michelle Caldier, 26th Legislative District
The state Representative and her opponent, state Senator Deb Krishnadasan, are in a tight race. One that has the potential to diminish Democratic control in the Senate.
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Trump's push to repeal the Roadless Rule gets mixed reaction in the PNW
The Trump administration is trying to get rid of the Roadless Rule. A few people share why they're either backing the policy's overturn or fighting for its preservation.
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AI is probably coming to the classroom, whether you like it or not
A new school year has started; kids are sharpening pencils and breaking in backpacks. Many are also getting used to another new tool: Artificial Intelligence.
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What a King County case says about abuse in a national police youth program
That allegation mirrors a disturbing pattern of abuse within Explorers programs at law enforcement agencies.