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Socially Democratic

Stephen Donnelly
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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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In this episode of Socially Democratic:

📉 Are the Liberals about to finish THIRD? They remain stuck below 20% primary vote, with One Nation moving into second place.

📊 New polling shows Labor holding a commanding lead, but are the figures even un... more

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In this episode of Socially Democratic:

🫥 How will the Liberals respond to the findings of their 2025 Election Review? Or will they just hide it in a drawer?

💸 If we address the housing crisis by favouring owner-occupiers over investors, where wi... more

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In this episode of Socially Democratic:

🍎 Labor Premier Peter Malinauskas announces a policy of 150 minutes per week of ‘Active Learning’ for school aged children, plus free school camp and an expansion of sports vouchers.

🧩 South Australia Liber... more

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Hey Social Democrats. We are back with our first of the 4-part series on the South Australia state elections.

Stephen Donnelly, along with special guests Hannah MacLeod and Matt Clemow, analyse the state of the race, including: 

✅ Peter Malinauskas... more

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Recent Guests

Hannah MacLeod
Executive director for the Macal Institute of South Australia; former campaigner
Macal Institute of South Australia
Episode: Ep. 339 South Australia Election Weekly Recap - 8 Days to Go with Hannah MacLeod and Matt Clemow | Australia’s Labor Podcast
John McTernan
Former Director for Communications for Prime Ministers Tony Blair and Julia Gillard
Episode: Ep. 333: How Long will Keir Starmer Last? with John Mcternan
Zahra Amanpour
Born in Tehran during the Iranian Revolution, a social entrepreneur, and human rights advocate for women's rights and democratic freedom in Iran.
Episode: Ep. 331: Courage Under Fire: Iran’s Tipping Point with Zahra Amanpour
Harriet Shing
Minister for Suburban Rail Loop, Housing and Building Development, and Victoria and Precincts
Victorian Government
Episode: Ep. 329: State Politics Year in Review 2025 with Minister Harriet Shing
Sean Kelly
Former press secretary for Prime Ministers Kevin Rudd and Julia Gillard, political writer and commentator, author of 'The Game: A Portrait of Scott Morrison'.
Episode: Ep. 326: What Does Labor Believe In? with Sean Kelly
Josh Peak
Secretary of the Shop, Distributive and Allied Employees Association
SDA
Episode: Ep. 323: Serving Justice: The Fight for Fair Work at Macca's with Josh Peak
Gary Newman
Filmmaker and documentary director
Episode: Ep. 322: How to Capture a Prime Minister with Filmmaker Gary Newman
Todd Pinkerton
Director for Campaigns and Strategy at Unions New South Wales
Unions New South Wales
Episode: Ep. 319: The Mailbag Episode with Lissie Ratcliff and Todd Pinkerton
Lissie Ratcliff
Former Chief of Staff to Daniel Andrews, now managing partner at FMRS Advisory
FMRS Advisory
Episode: Ep. 319: The Mailbag Episode with Lissie Ratcliff and Todd Pinkerton

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Stephen Donnelly
Host of Socially Democratic, with background in campaign strategy and political analysis.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 272 ratings
  • Falsehoods go unchallenged

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

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    jaspcle
    Australia3 months ago
  • Ehh

    These guys seem to have quite a narrow worldview

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Riley_Pod
    Australia7 months ago
  • Pro-Israel drivel

    Nothing progressive or “socially democratic” about these morally-bankrupt, milquetoast careerists defending Israeli genocide and looking for a safe Labor seat to be parchuted into.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Fabbz3182
    Australia8 months ago
  • Lissie Ratcliff chat

    Thanks for the great chat with Lissie and for her preparedness to give us a look behind the curtain which was illuminating.

    Also a belated thanks for her (& others) work during an extremely difficult period.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MickC1962
    Australia8 months ago
  • Despicable, out of touch Centrists

    Despicable out of touch centrists with no moral compass, real world experience or understanding of average Australians & their material needs, DO NOT WATCH THIS GARBAGE

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Pete_woofa
    Australia9 months ago

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Some listeners feel the show leans toward Labour perspectives, at times echoing party viewpoints.
Guests and topics regularly address unions, governance, and international politics, offering practical insights for political professionals.
Listeners praise high-quality interviews and host facilitation, though a few cite sound design or pacing issues.
Thoughtful, in-depth analysis of Australian politics and campaign strategy.

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Ep. 336: Is This Labor’s “Now or Never” Moment? with Emma Dawson
Q: Is this a now or never moment for this particular government?
It's a now moment for big reforms with a significant parliamentary majority to create real change.
Ep. 336: Is This Labor’s “Now or Never” Moment? with Emma Dawson
Q: What do you think the identity is of this Albanese government?
It's a reformist agenda, aiming to represent the vast majority of interests in the country.
Ep. 335: Capital Gains Tax, The Epstein Files and Other Mailbag Questions with Lissie Ratcliff and Todd Pinkerton
Q: What excites you about Australia's union movement today?
The new generation of politically aware and engaged activists who are advocating for their rights and are motivated about the role of unions in shaping their futures.
Ep. 335: Capital Gains Tax, The Epstein Files and Other Mailbag Questions with Lissie Ratcliff and Todd Pinkerton
Q: What do the ALP or trade unions do to ensure that human considerations are at the center of AI application in the workplace?
The federal government's approach involves using existing regulatory frameworks to manage AI, suggesting a dynamic response rather than new overarching regulations specific to AI.
Ep. 335: Capital Gains Tax, The Epstein Files and Other Mailbag Questions with Lissie Ratcliff and Todd Pinkerton
Q: How much have foreign powers, particularly the US-aligned political entities and corporate interests, made it politically impossible for a trade to secure a fair share of its resource wealth?
The discussion suggests that any major policy change that affects business revenue will face organized resistance, and while money is a factor, persuasion and strategy are essential for success in politics.

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A weekly centre-left politics and campaign analysis show that dissects policy, elections, and strategy from Australia and beyond. Guests span senior policymakers, think-tank leaders, campaign strategists, and political insiders, with deep dives into Labor-era reforms, union dynamics, tax and housing policy, and international politics. A hallmark is long-form conversations that pull apart messaging, governance, and practical campaigning, plus mailbag-style episodes that tackle listener questions. The mix of rigorous analysis, candid interviews, and timely commentary makes it a go-to for listeners who want strategic insight into social democracy and progressive campaigning.

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