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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Touring the history of Black music at MoPop's "Never Turn Back: Echoes of African American Music"
MoPop's Associate Curator Adeerya Johnson takes Soundside on a guided tour through their new exhibit "Never Turn Back: Echoes of African American Music"
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Soundside's "Weekend Warmup" - June 18th-22nd
It's Juneteenth weekend, with a TON of events to check out. There's also Georgetown Pride, the WA Brewer's Festival, and MORE...
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A Seattle teen's 1936 horror film was lost for 89 years... now you can watch it
Boys and ghouls, allow me to tell you about the mad doctor who injects himself with an experimental serum, turning the scientist into a hideous monster that terrorizes a hospital.
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Iranian Americans wonder “what is the end game” for war in Iran
We talk to four Seattle Iranian Americans about the war between Iran and Israel. We also talk with a Washington, D.C.-based expert for additional analysis.
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Finding a 'Storybook Ending' with Moira Macdonald, Seattle Times arts critic
We talk with Seattle Times arts critic Moira Macdonald about her new novel, 'Storybook Ending.'
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The split screen of protests across Washington
Across Washington on Saturday, cities from Olympia, to Wenatchee, even passengers on a ferry from Bainbridge island - had “No Kings” protests. We wanted to get a sense of what the protests felt like across the state - and how the momentum of crowd participation could spark further action.
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Protest is in the air. Plus, Rep. Smith punches left AND right.
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Washington State, SNAP benefits and the 'Big, Beautiful Bill'
We talk with the executive director of a Seattle food bank about what the 'big, beautiful bill' will do to her organization and its clients. Plus, an update on where the proposed legislation stands.
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Soundside's "Weekend Warmup" - June 13th-15th
Father's Day is on Sunday, but there are PLENTY of events to keep you busy this weekend - check 'em out in the Weekend Warmup!
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MLS players say they're shut out of FIFA's big-money Club World Cup
U.S. fans of the beautiful game are now following an ugly contract dispute.
