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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Will Washington voters pass the gas (initiative)?
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Meet the people on a quest to count every Cooper's Hawk in Seattle
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Should WA Cares be Optional? The case for NO on I-2124
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Should WA Cares be Optional? The case for YES on I-2124
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Why one Constitutional Sheriff has created a growing volunteer posse
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Amid public defender shortage, WA Bar Association suggests caseload limits
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Have democracy vouchers delivered on their promise to make Seattle elections fairer?
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Doggie doo-doos and don'ts. Best etiquette for dog decorum, according to experts
There are now more dogs than children in Seattle, and with all those canines sharing space, things can get tense. Soundside spoke with two dog behavior experts about how we can co-exist a little better in this increasingly dog-centric city.
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Who are the big political donors handing out treats this spooky season?
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Commissioner candidates debate over the future of public lands