Sarah Leibovitz

Seattle

Producer at KUOW-FM (Seattle, WA)

Supervising producer @Soundsidekuow. Not good at twitter, not willing to try any harder.

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Soundside's "Weekend Warmup" - June 18th-22nd

1 week ago | m.kuow.org | Jason Burrows |Libby Denkmann |Shane Mehling |Sarah Leibovitz

We are officially in the summer busy season. Solstice, pride, Juneteenth — if you’re looking for something to do this week, have no fear, there’s something for you. Soundside is off tomorrow for Juneteenth, so we're bringing you an EARLY edition of the WEEKEND WARMUP.
Iranian Americans wonder “what is the end game” for war in Iran

1 week ago | m.kuow.org | Libby Denkmann |Hans Anderson |Sarah Leibovitz |Gabrielle Healy

Israel and Iran continue to trade missile and drone attacks as the war stretches into its fifth day. This conflict started last week with Israeli airstrikes that targeted top military commanders and nuclear facilities in Iran. Here in the Seattle area, members of the Iranian diaspora are experiencing a familiar anxiety: Trying to keep tabs on friends and family during a bloody conflict.
The split screen of protests across Washington

1 week ago | m.kuow.org | Libby Denkmann |Sarah Leibovitz |Jason Burrows

Millions of Americans across the country gathered over the weekend in support of “No Kings Day”, a nationwide protest against the Trump Administration. Marches were planned to contrast with a military parade at the nation’s capital, commemorating the 250th anniversary of the Army. The events also coincided with President Trump’s birthday.
The new food that has beekeepers "buzzing"

3 weeks ago | m.kuow.org | Gabriel Spitzer |Sarah Leibovitz

When you buy a fruit, a vegetable, a carton of almond milk - you might assume it’s an animal free product. But all of those foods, and many more, rely on one small but mighty member of the animal kingdom: the bee. Bees – especially honeybees – are an important part of any working farm. They pollinate everything from papayas to cucumbers to coffee beans.
Soundside's "Weekend Warmup" - May 23-26

1 month ago | m.kuow.org | Shane Mehling |Sarah Leibovitz

Jason Megatron Burrows is out this week, so Shane NoCoolNickname Mehling rattles through some of the best things to do this Memorial weekend. Northwest Folk LifeSeattle Black Nerd FestSecond Breakfast - Hobbit Feast and Painting Party!Charcuterie Board WorkshopKevin Diers Benefit ShowThank you to the supporters of KUOW, you help make this show possible! If you want to help out, go to kuow.org/donate/soundsidenotesSoundside is a production of KUOW in Seattle, a proud member of the NPR Network.
Why a gun that's been banned from WA's police academy is still being used by officers

1 month ago | m.kuow.org | Libby Denkmann |Sarah Leibovitz

Several law enforcement agencies across the country have decided to replace a popular model of pistol due to concerns about misfires – the guns have been reported to fire accidentally, even when in their holsters. Washington’s police academy earlier this year banned the firearm at all its training facilities. It’s a move that’s drawn protest from several local police departments. In some cases, when agencies choose to replace the guns, they aren’t being sent to a landfill, or a recycling center.
Is Seattle's port empty?

1 month ago | m.kuow.org | Libby Denkmann |Sarah Leibovitz

If you’ve logged into TikTok or Instagram in recent weeks, you may have heard that the port is empty. Social media videos have been popping up claiming that Seattle’s port has no cargo ships docked. And Seattlites are pointing the finger at the continuous threat of new tariffs. But is that actually the case? KUOW labor and economy reporter Monica Nickelsburg headed to the port to find out in the newest episode of KUOW's Booming podcast. Guest: Monica Nickesburg is KUOW’s labor and economy reporter.
Negotiations stall on Columbia River Treaty

1 month ago | m.kuow.org | Libby Denkmann |Sarah Leibovitz

Signs of the frosty relationship between the United States and Canada are everywhere: from additional checkpoints at border crossings, to fewer Blue Jays fans showing up to T-Mobile Park to see their team play here recently. Rhetoric from the President about making Canada the 51st state and tariffs have put a wedge between the two countries. And the effects of this split are spiraling to how we manage natural resources that cross the border.
The end of Bartell Drugs and the rise of pharmacy deserts

1 month ago | m.kuow.org | Libby Denkmann |Sarah Leibovitz |Shane Mehling

Founded in 1890 in the Central District, Bartell Drugs may be entering its final days. Its parent company, the national pharmacy chain Rite Aid, exited Chapter 11 bankruptcy late last year, but continues to struggle financially. Now, the fewer than 30 Bartell Drugs and around 100 Rite Aids will be sold or closed forever. This continued hemorrhaging of retail pharmacy stores will likely be felt most acutely in lower-income neighborhoods.
Washingtonians may soon have the "right to repair" their technology

1 month ago | m.kuow.org | Libby Denkmann |Sarah Leibovitz

A new law waiting to be signed by the governor would give you more options when your technology breaks. House Bill 1483 establishes a “right to repair” for consumer electronics, including tech like phones, laptops, and home appliances. Its partner bill in the Senate (SB 5680) also establishes the right to repair electric wheelchairs. This is part of a larger, nationwide movement to create more accessible technology.