David Hyde
Reporter
About
David’s people-focused politics coverage tracks local and national races. At KUOW, David has also reported for our Hearken Team answering listener questions,and covered a variety of other topics ranging from vaccine hesitancy to climate change.
Previously David worked as talk show producer and also frequently hosted interviews and live call-in segments. David's education includes PhD ABD in U.S. History from Rutgers University and a BA in History from Reed College.
Location: Seattle
Languages: English
Professional Affiliations: Society of Professional Journalists
Stories
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David Montgomery: "The Rocks Don't Lie"
There are many stories of great floods out there, first and foremost the fable of Noah's ark. But some geologists have found that many of these legends have some basis in historical fact. We talk with University of Washington professor and MacArthur award-winner Dave Montgomery, the author of "The Rocks Don't Lie: A Geologist Investigates Noah's Flood."
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Stacy London’s Terrifying Message For Seattle: Style Matters
Stacy London believes that personal style matters, and she’s made a career of coaching people on how to look their best. As a co-host of the TV show What Not To Wear and a fashion consultant for various media outlets, London stresses that style is more about feeling great than wearing the hottest trends.
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Which Party Is Going To Be In Charge Of The Washington State Senate Next Year?
Although the governor’s race is receiving the most press coverage this year, it’s not the only battle for control of state government. Republicans think they have a chance to win control of the state Senate for the first time in a decade. Democrats also hope to increase their majority.
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When Did Presidential Debates Become Such A Big Deal?
The presidential debates are a major factor in this year’s race for the White House. When did the debates become such a big deal?
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Randy Dorn: Over $4 Billion Needed For State Education Funding
Washington lawmakers have a mandate from the State Supreme Court to fully fund basic K-12 education. State School Superintendent Randy Dorn says that will cost taxpayers an additional $4.1 billion per year.
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Voters: Should Restrictions On UW And WSU Investments Be Lifted?
The state constitution currently restricts how the University of Washington and Washington State University can invest their operating funds. Currently they’re only allowed to invest in government-backed securities. But there’s a proposed constitutional amendment to lift that restriction in November's election. How are you going to vote? We talk to James McIntire, Washington state’s treasurer.
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Jaime Herrera Beutler: Too busy gardening to decide about a run for WA governor
Some big names are being floated as possible candidates for governor next year, including former Washington Congresswoman Jaime Herrera Beutler. She’s perhaps best known nationally for being one of 10 U.S. House Republicans who voted to impeach Trump in 2021. That vote still angers some Republicans but could be an asset in a general election race for governor in heavily Democratic Washington state.