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 @dunnstreetaustralia Twitter at @Dunn_Street_LinkedIn at Dunn Street Website at dunnstreet.com.au 

  1. Ep. 334: Feeney Files with Jessie McCrone - January 2026

    2D AGO

    Ep. 334: Feeney Files with Jessie McCrone - January 2026

    Hey Social Democrats, Happy 'Feeney Files with Jessie McCrone' Day! 🧐 One Nation leads the Coalition in the polls, and even the recent acquisition of Barnaby Joyce can't fully explain it... 🤪 ... sending the Coalition into internal tatters days later. 🔥 So gather 'round the campfire while we roast the Tories. ...plus, the Royal Commission into Antisemitism, the South Australian Election, a look at the nation's political media AND the usual category nominations. #RoyalCommission #Spill #Coalition #Split #OneNation #BarnabyJoyce #Liberals #Labor #ALP #politics #auspol Support the show New episodes every Friday. Access ad-free episodes and send in questions by joining our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SociallyDemocratic If you like the show, rate and review us on your favourite podcast app. Follow Us on Socials: Facebook (https://tr.ee/9jGIOy) Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/sociallydemocratic) LinkedIn (https://tr.ee/YxyYJh) Twitter (https://x.com/SocialDemPod) Bluesky (https://tr.ee/EqdapC) YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@DunnStreet) The presenting sponsor of the Socially Democratic podcast is Dunn Street. For more information on how Dunn Street can help you organise to build winning campaigns in your community, business or organisation, and make the world a better place, look us up at: dunnstreet.com.au

    1h 11m
  2. Ep. 333: How Long will Keir Starmer Last? with John Mcternan

    JAN 29

    Ep. 333: How Long will Keir Starmer Last? with John Mcternan

    Note: This month’s Feeney Files with Jessie McCrone will come out next week, due to a scheduling conflict (a.k.a Stephen's globetrotting). But not to worry, we have an equally formidable guest for you this week. John Mcternan is back! He shares his expert analysis of UK politics and the health of social democracies around the world.  Mcternan formerly served as the Director of Political Operations for Tony Blair from 2005-2007 and the Director of Communications for Julia Gillard from 2011-2013. In addition to working as a senior political strategist within UK Labour, he is a prolific political commentator and a pretty cracking podcast guest as well.  This week, we discuss: 🚨The one thing that would make John leave the Labour party. ❄️The challenges faced by Starmer’s government, including declining voter support and the uncertain future of the leadership.  ⚡The ongoing battle between social democracy and right wing populism around the world. Plus a mea culpa from Stephen - a few Patreon questions for John that we missed last time! #AusPol #UKPolitics #LabourParty #SocialDemocracy #PoliticalPodcast #Leadership #ProgressivePolitics #Unions #ClimateCrisis #AI #Geopolitics #ALP #Labor Support the show New episodes every Friday. Access ad-free episodes and send in questions by joining our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SociallyDemocratic If you like the show, rate and review us on your favourite podcast app. Follow Us on Socials: Facebook (https://tr.ee/9jGIOy) Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/sociallydemocratic) LinkedIn (https://tr.ee/YxyYJh) Twitter (https://x.com/SocialDemPod) Bluesky (https://tr.ee/EqdapC) YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@DunnStreet) The presenting sponsor of the Socially Democratic podcast is Dunn Street. For more information on how Dunn Street can help you organise to build winning campaigns in your community, business or organisation, and make the world a better place, look us up at: dunnstreet.com.au

    1h 8m
  3. Ep. 332: The Mailbag Episode with Lissie Ratcliff and Todd Pinkerton

    JAN 22

    Ep. 332: The Mailbag Episode with Lissie Ratcliff and Todd Pinkerton

    This week, regular guests Lissie and Todd answer listener questions from Patreon: ⭐ What has the Federal Labor Government done well? Our pro-Labor bonafides are called into question! 💪 Is the Victorian Government in good shape for this election year? 🥊 What 'inevitable tensions' arise between the Labor government and the unions - and why is it so much trickier to bargain when you're on the same side? 🤳 Can unions do more to engage content creators in their campaigns? Do you have a question for the next Mailbag? Join our Patreon at: https://www.patreon.com/c/SociallyDemocratic #Labor #vicpol #auspol #nswpol #unionsnsw #union #labour #collectivebargaining #analysis #experts #politics #ALP #JacintaAllan #Albanese #ChrisMinns Support the show New episodes every Friday. Access ad-free episodes and send in questions by joining our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SociallyDemocratic If you like the show, rate and review us on your favourite podcast app. Follow Us on Socials: Facebook (https://tr.ee/9jGIOy) Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/sociallydemocratic) LinkedIn (https://tr.ee/YxyYJh) Twitter (https://x.com/SocialDemPod) Bluesky (https://tr.ee/EqdapC) YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@DunnStreet) The presenting sponsor of the Socially Democratic podcast is Dunn Street. For more information on how Dunn Street can help you organise to build winning campaigns in your community, business or organisation, and make the world a better place, look us up at: dunnstreet.com.au

    1h 18m
  4. Ep. 331: Courage Under Fire: Iran’s Tipping Point with Zahra Amanpour

    JAN 15

    Ep. 331: Courage Under Fire: Iran’s Tipping Point with Zahra Amanpour

    Hey Social Democrats. Welcome to a new season of Socially Democratic.  Mass protests in Iran are entering their third week.  Go behind the headlines with Iranian-American entrepreneur Zahra Amanpour. Born during the Iranian revolution of 1979 and hailing from a family of anti-authoritarian activists, Zahra is a fierce advocate for democracy, human rights, and gender equality, particularly in her home country.  Drawing on her strong connection to the Iranian Resistance movement, she shares insights rarely reported in the media: 👉 What makes this moment different from uprisings of the past? 👉 How do Iranians feel about U.S. intervention? 👉 If the regime is toppled, who will step in to fill the void? 👉 How can we in the West best show our support and solidarity? If you haven’t been following the Iran protests closely, this episode is a great explainer. If you have, this episode will take you deeper.  Find Zahra on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/zahraamanpour Mentioned in the Show: National Council of Resistance of Iran: https://www.ncr-iran.org/en/ X: @iran_policy #Iran #protests #democracy #theocracy #ayatollahkhamenei #dictatorship #humanrights #IranianResistance #NCRI  Support the show New episodes every Friday. Access ad-free episodes and send in questions by joining our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SociallyDemocratic If you like the show, rate and review us on your favourite podcast app. Follow Us on Socials: Facebook (https://tr.ee/9jGIOy) Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/sociallydemocratic) LinkedIn (https://tr.ee/YxyYJh) Twitter (https://x.com/SocialDemPod) Bluesky (https://tr.ee/EqdapC) YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@DunnStreet) The presenting sponsor of the Socially Democratic podcast is Dunn Street. For more information on how Dunn Street can help you organise to build winning campaigns in your community, business or organisation, and make the world a better place, look us up at: dunnstreet.com.au

    47 min
  5. Ep. 330: Pop Culture Year in Review 2025 with Tess Farrell

    12/31/2025

    Ep. 330: Pop Culture Year in Review 2025 with Tess Farrell

    Happy New Year Social Democrats! This week, Stephen and resident pop culture expert Tess Farrell discuss the Netflix political thriller, 'The Diplomat'. Stay tuned for some non-political recommendations for what to watch and read in 2026. Mentioned in the show: 'The Diplomat' starring Keri Russell and Rufus Sewell, created by Deborah Cahn. 'Always' by Bon Jovi https://tr.ee/6FZwx1 #podcast #popculture #politics #TheDiplomat #KeriRussell #RufusSewell #AllisonJanney Support the show New episodes every Friday. Access ad-free episodes and send in questions by joining our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SociallyDemocratic If you like the show, rate and review us on your favourite podcast app. Follow Us on Socials: Facebook (https://tr.ee/9jGIOy) Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/sociallydemocratic) LinkedIn (https://tr.ee/YxyYJh) Twitter (https://x.com/SocialDemPod) Bluesky (https://tr.ee/EqdapC) YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@DunnStreet) The presenting sponsor of the Socially Democratic podcast is Dunn Street. For more information on how Dunn Street can help you organise to build winning campaigns in your community, business or organisation, and make the world a better place, look us up at: dunnstreet.com.au

    1h 2m
  6. Ep. 329: State Politics Year in Review 2025 with Minister Harriet Shing

    12/26/2025

    Ep. 329: State Politics Year in Review 2025 with Minister Harriet Shing

    Another year in The Garden State has come to an end. In keeping with tradition, Minister Harriet Shing is here to help us review the past 12 months. 💜Drawing from her own family’s experiences, Harriet brings warmth and clarity to the fight against hate speech, and stresses the need to create a society where all people are safe in their identities. Plus: 🛣️Victoria’s massive year of road and rail - how has life changed for commuters, and what’s still to come? ✍🏽The First Nations Treaty - what does it really mean, and can the Tories still take it away? 🗳️The Victorian State election - One year out, what key issues and major challenges will Vic Labor face? All this and more. Including donkeys! 🫏😯 #vicpol #Victoria #State #Politics #JacintaAllan #Housing #suburbanrailloop #SRL #WestGateTunnel #metrotunnel #housing #Treaty #FirstNations #VicElection #HarrietShing #donkeys Support the show New episodes every Friday. Access ad-free episodes and send in questions by joining our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SociallyDemocratic If you like the show, rate and review us on your favourite podcast app. Follow Us on Socials: Facebook (https://tr.ee/9jGIOy) Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/sociallydemocratic) LinkedIn (https://tr.ee/YxyYJh) Twitter (https://x.com/SocialDemPod) Bluesky (https://tr.ee/EqdapC) YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@DunnStreet) The presenting sponsor of the Socially Democratic podcast is Dunn Street. For more information on how Dunn Street can help you organise to build winning campaigns in your community, business or organisation, and make the world a better place, look us up at: dunnstreet.com.au

    1h 22m
  7. Ep. 328: After Bondi: Has the Left Failed Jewish Australians?

    12/18/2025

    Ep. 328: After Bondi: Has the Left Failed Jewish Australians?

    Socially Democratic is an opinion-based political and campaign podcast that facilitates discussion on a range of topical issues. The opinions of guests are not an endorsement and do not necessarily reflect the views of the staff at Dunn Street and Socially Democratic. -- After the horrific events at Bondi Beach, it’s time for the Left to reflect. ​ How can we be better allies to the Jewish community and fight anti-Semitism? First Stephen, Jessie, and David break down the event, including the response from police, ASIO, Labor and community leaders. Then they move to a broader discussion about Labor's historic relationship with the Jewish community, the rise of anti-Semitism in Australia, and critical reflections on how the Australian Left can reckon with their failings. Sections: 00:00 Reflections on the Attack 25:05 Broader Discussion about the Left and Anti-Semitism #AntiSemitism #StandAgainstHate #BondiBeach #Jewish #Australians #terrorism Support the show New episodes every Friday. Access ad-free episodes and send in questions by joining our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SociallyDemocratic If you like the show, rate and review us on your favourite podcast app. Follow Us on Socials: Facebook (https://tr.ee/9jGIOy) Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/sociallydemocratic) LinkedIn (https://tr.ee/YxyYJh) Twitter (https://x.com/SocialDemPod) Bluesky (https://tr.ee/EqdapC) YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@DunnStreet) The presenting sponsor of the Socially Democratic podcast is Dunn Street. For more information on how Dunn Street can help you organise to build winning campaigns in your community, business or organisation, and make the world a better place, look us up at: dunnstreet.com.au

    1h 7m
  8. Ep. 327: International Politics Wrap with Katie Parsons

    12/11/2025

    Ep. 327: International Politics Wrap with Katie Parsons

    Viktor Orbán, Hungary Netherlands, the PVV Sanae Takaichi,  Japan and the LDP Canada is quoting Reagan UK Labour’s badly shaken Germany. AFD. What’s wrong with democracy? We didn’t start the fire,  But Katie’s here, she’s going to make it clear We didn’t start the fire, But our episode will help you carry the load Romania - a little win Proto-fascists back again U.S. shut down, long delays But Trump sends money to Milei We didn’t start the fire.  But we’ve got Parsons, And we know it’s arson. We didn’t start the fire, But we can talk and learn, To help control the burn  The burn the burn the burn [fade out] #Hungary #ViktorOrban #Netherlands #PVV #UK #KeirStarmer #UKPolitics #USPolitics #EU #AFD #Germany #Romania #Milei #Argentina #ShutDown #Trump #Japan #SanaeTakaichi #internationalpolitics #Canada #MarkCarney #farright #left #socialdemocrats #democracy #podcast #politics Support the show New episodes every Friday. Access ad-free episodes and send in questions by joining our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SociallyDemocratic If you like the show, rate and review us on your favourite podcast app. Follow Us on Socials: Facebook (https://tr.ee/9jGIOy) Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/sociallydemocratic) LinkedIn (https://tr.ee/YxyYJh) Twitter (https://x.com/SocialDemPod) Bluesky (https://tr.ee/EqdapC) YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@DunnStreet) The presenting sponsor of the Socially Democratic podcast is Dunn Street. For more information on how Dunn Street can help you organise to build winning campaigns in your community, business or organisation, and make the world a better place, look us up at: dunnstreet.com.au

    1h 16m
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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 @dunnstreetaustralia Twitter at @Dunn_Street_LinkedIn at Dunn Street Website at dunnstreet.com.au 

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  • Creator
    Stephen Donnelly
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2026
  • Episodes
    334
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Socially Democratic
  • Show Website
    Socially Democratic

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