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Socially Democratic

Stephen Donnelly
Labor Party
Labour Party
Liberal Party
Community Organizing
Cost Of Living
Queensland State Election
Donald Trump
One Nation
Australia
Kamala Harris
Dunn Street
Victoria
Federal Budget
Democratic Party
Australian Politics
Melbourne
Climate Change
Morris Blackburn Lawyers
Tasmania
LNP

Socially Democratic is your weekly centre-left politics and campaign podcast hosted by Stephen Donnelly, founder of Dunn Street - a campaign agency bringing change by organising from the ground up. Each Friday, Stephen and guests breakdown the issues shaping Australia and the rest of the world and the social democrats leading them. Follow on Instagram at @dunn.street Facebook at @dunnstreetaustral... more

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Australian Labor politics podcast Socially Democratic is back with the October Mailbag, and with the Victorian state election just weeks away, this one’s a cracker.

Former Chief Minister of the Northern Territory and two-time election-winning Labor ... more

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Australian Labor politics podcast Socially Democratic continues 'The Recount', our month-by-month journey through every federal election since 1972.

On the 18th of May 1974, just 17 months after Labor's historic It's Time victory, Gough Whitlam was ... more

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Socially Democratic turns its attention to one of the most consequential elections in Israeli history.

On the 27th of October, Israel goes to the polls. Host Stephen Donnelly is joined by Will Cubbison, political consultant based in Israel and holde... more

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Australian Labor politics podcast Socially Democratic is back with the Feeney (McCrone) Files, with Lissie Ratcliff subbing in for David Feeney. 

This month's episode covers three big threads: the media's campaign to blame the Andrews government for... more

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Recent Guests

Will Cubbison
Political analyst specializing in survey statistics and Israeli elections
Independent political analyst based in Israel
Episode: Ep. 372: The Israeli Elections with Political Analyst Will Cubbison
Jessi McCrone
Mailbag expert substitute host
Unspecified
Episode: Ep. 371: The Feeney (McCrone) Files with Lissie Ratcliff: The Andrews Legacy, Immigration, and One Nation's New Voters | Australia's Labor Podcast
Dr. Stephen Mills
Former Canberra Press Gallery journalist, former Hawke speechwriter, academic and author
Academic/Author on political campaigns
Episode: Ep. 370: Socially Democratic: The Recount 1972 — It's Time
Lisa Mittelman
Director of Public Affairs for the Zionist Federation of Australia
Zionist Federation of Australia
Episode: Ep. 366: The Royal Commission on Antisemitism: What We're Learning with Lisa Mittelman | Australia's Labor Podcast
Bisma Asif
Member for Sandgate in the Queensland Parliament; former welfare system navigator and student activist
Queensland Parliament
Episode: Ep. 364: Growing the Labor Party: Membership, Recruitment and Retention - LIVE at the ALP National Conference Fringe | Australia's Labor Podcast
Priya Patel Brown
Priya Patel Brown, partner at GRA Partners WA
GRA Partners
Episode: Ep. 361: One Nation's Soft Vote and the Secret Harbour By-Election | Australia's Labor Podcast
Dom Ofner
General Secretary of the NSW branch of the ALP
Australian Labor Party (NSW)
Episode: Ep. 356: The NSW Labor Conference with Dom Ofner, NSW ALP General Secretary | Australia's Labor Podcast
Greta Carnes
American political campaigner and Relentless co-founder
Relentless, Good Influence (advisor)
Episode: Ep. 348: The Future of Organising with Greta Carnes and Josh Cook | Australia’s Labor Podcast
Josh Cook
President and co-founder of Good Influence
Good Influence
Episode: Ep. 348: The Future of Organising with Greta Carnes and Josh Cook | Australia’s Labor Podcast

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Stephen Donnelly
Host of Socially Democratic

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 286 ratings
  • Essential Listening for Progressive Political Minds

    Rating:★★★★★

    If you’re a progressive political animal like myself, the *Socially Democratic* podcast is a must-listen. Stephen Donnelly brings a sharp, insightful perspective on the latest political developments and Labor Party dynamics, blending interviews with key figures and deep dives into policy discussions. Whether you're a seasoned campaigner or just passionate about the direction of our country, this podcast delivers thoughtful, engaging content that keeps you informed and inspired. It’... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Adrian B, NSW, 2251
    Australia2 months ago
  • Too much vitriol

    Can't listen anymore. At least the show now declares itself as a Labor propaganda outlet.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Solowoman07
    Australia4 months ago
  • Please stick to (Australian) Labour Politics…

    I’m very dissapointed with Episode 343: Feeney Files with Jessie McCrone.  In an approx 10 minute rant starting at the approx 50 minute mark David Feeney says among other things “have bleached for international law of all of its meaning and power by talking about a fake genocide claim in Gaza, by talking about a fake famine in Gaza” and “let's not forget that all of those who manufactured these absurd and oversized claims against Israel can themselves take a small bow for having killed it” and “... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    SM0000001
    Australia6 months ago
  • Falsehoods go unchallenged

    So just to make it clear socially democratic don’t believe a genocide is being committed against Palestinians.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    jaspcle
    Australia10 months ago
  • Ehh

    These guys seem to have quite a narrow worldview

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Riley_Pod
    Australiaa year ago

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Some listeners feel the show leans toward Labour perspectives, preferring broader balance.
High-quality interviews with practical campaigning takeaways.
Audience praises depth over surface-level coverage and strong subject-matter expertise.
Insightful and well-informed political analysis.

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#61
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#211
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Talking Points

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Ep. 366: The Royal Commission on Antisemitism: What We're Learning with Lisa Mittelman | Australia's Labor Podcast
Q: What has the Royal Commission revealed about where antisemitism is most embedded?
The guest highlights that antisemitism is pervasive across universities, schools, media, and the arts, and that the commission's hearings are uncovering nuanced, everyday forms of bias that affect daily life.
Ep. 366: The Royal Commission on Antisemitism: What We're Learning with Lisa Mittelman | Australia's Labor Podcast
Q: What changed after October 7 and Bondi, in terms of how the Jewish community sees safety and identity in Australia?
She explains that the October 7 events and Bondi exposed a harsher reality, shifted perceptions of safety, and heightened the importance of leadership and the Royal Commission in addressing antisemitism.
Ep. 366: The Royal Commission on Antisemitism: What We're Learning with Lisa Mittelman | Australia's Labor Podcast
Q: Where did you grow up and what was life like for a young Jewish kid growing up in Australia?
Lisa Mittelman describes growing up as the grandchild of Holocaust survivors in Australia, balancing Jewish identity with Australian life, and the sense of opportunity and safety that came with belonging to a diverse society.
Ep. 355: AI, Authenticity, and Other Mailbag Questions with Todd Pinkerton and Lissie Ratcliff | Australia's Labor Podcast
Q: Are detailed policies being developed for AI displacement, or is the assumption that new jobs will absorb workers and manage the transition?
Todd argues that the union movement is actively thinking about managing the transition through bargaining, workload protections, and reskilling, while also noting the need for regulatory pace that keeps up with rapid AI development.
Ep. 346: How to Talk About a Global Crisis & Other Mailbag Questions with Todd Pinkerton and Lissie Ratcliff | Australia’s Labor Podcast
Q: What reforms could Labor push to address energy and manufacturing sovereignty?
Policies aimed at boosting domestic energy resilience, manufacturing capability, and reforming capital taxation while closing loopholes could be pursued, especially when public urgency is high and political appetite is favorable.

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This weekly centre-left analytical show breaks down current political events, campaign strategy, and policy narratives with a practical, ground-level perspective. Regular hosts dissect Labor politics, electoral dynamics, and media coverage while interviewing a rotating slate of campaign insiders, policy experts, and union voices. Episodes frequently explore messaging, leadership tensions, budget discourse, and how to make complex ideas accessible to voters, often connecting local Australian politics to broader global trends. Noteworthy is the consistent emphasis on disciplined campaigning, data-informed storytelling, and the blend of insider insights with broader public policy context. Potential listeners include political professionals, co... more

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2. Jessi McCrone
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4. Lisa Mittelman
5. Bisma Asif
6. Priya Patel Brown
7. Dom Ofner
8. Greta Carnes

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