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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Washington's longest-serving House speaker reflects on three decades in Olympia
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An Oregon newspaper died. Then, A.I. technology stole reporting to resurrect it
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One year later: San Juan County assesses how the 32-hour work week is working
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Politics
‘Gaslighting and manipulation.’ Why Tammy Morales is leaving Seattle City Council
Tammy Morales wants Seattleites to know that her decision to leave the Seattle City Council has nothing to do with policy differences. She says her early departure in January is more about gaslighting, toxicity, and a lack of democratic process.
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Seattle City Council Member Tammy Morales explains why she's leaving the job
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Hear it again: What can twins teach us about human nature and personal identity?
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Hear it again: Remembering the Battle of Seattle, 25 years later
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Soundside's Producer Picks: AI vs Art, Roller Derby, and Stuntmen
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Soundside's producer picks: Sick pay, space umbrellas, and volunteering in Ukraine
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A first of its kind state agency faces a slow start, and pushback from police reform advocates