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Two candidates are running to represent Southeast Seattle, including Beacon Hill, the Chinatown-International District, Columbia City, and Rainier Beach.

The District 2 seat was left vacant earlier this year when former City Councilmember Tammy Mor... more

We open this weekend's warmup with a fun chat about the TASVEER FILM FESTIVAL.

Soundside's Libby Denkmann spoke with Tasveer Executive Director Rita Meher about what everyone can expect for this year's festival, and what exciting things they've go... more

Vocal pro-Palestinian protests have been happening within one of the Seattle area’s biggest industries. Groups of tech workers at various companies have campaigned to end their employer’s relationships with the Israeli government. One such group, cal... more

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The news hit like a gulp of bitter cold brew: Seattle-based Starbucks announced last month the company would be closing hundreds of stores and laying off another 900 corporate employees.

Tuesday, October 7th, it was reported that another 369 emplo... more

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Recent Guests

Liora Halperin
Professor of International Studies and History and Distinguished Endowed Chair of Jewish Studies at the University of Washington.
University of Washington
Episode: How Oct. 7th transformed Israeli politics
Dr. James Wallace
Family medicine physician and health officer for Okanagan County
Okanagan County
Episode: Ask A Doctor: How to stay healthy as wildfire smoke gets worse
Fred Podesta
Interim Superintendent of Seattle Public Schools
Seattle Public Schools
Episode: The interim head of Seattle Public Schools on budgets, protests and beyond
Myron Shekelle
Primatologist and senior instructor at Western Washington University, previous collaborator with Jane Goodall
Western Washington University
Episode: Remembering Jane Goodall
Beth Lew-Williams
Professor of History and Director of the Program in Asian American Studies at Princeton University
Princeton University
Episode: What does it mean when a city apologizes?
Christopher Mathias
Journalist covering the far right and Antifa; author of the forthcoming book 'To Catch a Fascist'
Episode: What’s behind the White House’s anti-antifa order
Amy Schaumberg
English professor and author of 'Murder by the Book'
Spokane Community College
Episode: Spoiler Alert: Someone dies in Amie Schaumberg's "Murder by the Book"
Rena Priest
Washington's poet laureate from 2021 to 2023 and a member of the Lummi Nation.
Episode: Rena Priest’s 'Positively Uncivilized' calls on readers to rethink their perspective on the natural world
Victoria Hunt
State Senator of Washington's 5th Legislative District
Washington State
Episode: On The Ballot: State Sen. Victoria Hunt, 5th Legislative District

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Libby Denkman
Host of Soundside

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 94 ratings
  • Truly Balanced

    Libby has a respectful ear to her guests. I value her ability to listen and pose thoughtful questions that broaden my perspective and seam closer the divide. Her professional ability to articulate and gather ideas without offense should be methodically taught across NPR’s journalism.

    I return to Sound Side for the balance.

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    TheWatertree
    United Statesa month ago
  • Brian Heywood is a bigot

    Thanks for holding the facts up to him and questioning his underlying assumption that trans people are worse than cis people. He’s a grifter, a fear-monger, a liar, and a bigot.

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    NoamMomsky
    United Statesa month ago
  • Unfortunate they are covering national stories and lack rigor

    Do we really need kuow’s take on google’s ai synopsis in search results? Do we need them discussing palestine? Why retread ground the NYT and BBC cover with far more resources and access?

    What we need is for kuow to cover solutions for our broken school system, solutions for bike and pedestrian mobility, solutions for the homeless crises, solutions for downtown office vacancies. Keep it local please!

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    Efbrazil
    United Statesa year ago
  • wow. No problems with the interview but I wanted to look up the name of the guest in the book the guest had written and there seems to be no show notes at all. Not even the most basic information such as the name of the guest. Wow.

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    a g
    a year ago
  • Push back

    If you are going to interview public figures, like Mayor Bruce Harrell for the episode on art vs graffiti, don’t just give them an open mic. The interview did not have any follow-up questions or real push back on the mayor’s assertions or points. Sure you opened up with some voices from the local art community, but where was that perspective in the interview? Disappointed.

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    Living in Venezuela
    United States3 years ago

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The interim head of Seattle Public Schools on budgets, protests and beyond
Q: You have said that this interim role, it's really an interim for you. You don't want the full-time job permanently. Is that still the case?
Podesta expresses his commitment to the schools but maintains that he is not pursuing the role permanently, emphasizing the need for community trust and a reset in the district's leadership.
The interim head of Seattle Public Schools on budgets, protests and beyond
Q: What are the major steps that the district is going to be taking in the next months to address that budget shortfall?
Podesta mentions that the district will look at staffing efficiency, potential school closures, and possibly recovering some costs from families for athletics and other programs.
Ask A Doctor: How to stay healthy as wildfire smoke gets worse
Q: What is the level of the air quality app number that you recommend folks kind of think twice and start to either wear a mask or to even maybe change their plans to move things indoors?
He suggested that individuals should be cautious when air quality levels reach yellow or between 51 to 100, and to limit activities indoors when levels reach orange or higher.
Ask A Doctor: How to stay healthy as wildfire smoke gets worse
Q: What kinds of precautions do you advise people take these days when there is air quality effects from wildfire?
He emphasizes the importance of understanding personal risk, using N95 masks, creating clean air spaces in homes, and being aware of air quality alerts.
Ask A Doctor: How to stay healthy as wildfire smoke gets worse
Q: How has wildfire smoke changed since you began practicing in Okanagan County?
Dr. Wallace noted an increased awareness and better preparedness for handling deteriorating air quality due to wildfire smoke over the years.

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Focus on the Pacific Northwest, showcasing local stories, culture, events, and issues that resonate with residents. Episodes feature a mix of community-oriented dialogues, highlighting voices from various sectors including politics, education, and local arts. Unique to the podcast is its emphasis on both contemporary events and historical contexts, weaving narratives that reveal the complexities of life in the region. Engaging conversations with local figures, such as politicians and educators, provide listeners with insights into pressing challenges like homelessness, education policies, and community initiatives, making it an enriching experience for those interested in the area's dynamic landscape.

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8. Rena Priest

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