Podcast appearances and mentions of Stephen Donnelly

This week, Stephen Donnelly covers election results in the ACT, the NT, and Western Australia.First-time guest Louise Crossman is a Canberra based political strategist and former president of ACT Labor. She and Stephen discuss the ACT results, including the rise of independents and how Labor almost lost the seat of Bean.In the Northern Territory Ryan Neve explains how turnout for Labor in remote communities ensured big swings in Lingiari, and the impact a popular CLP Chief Minister had on the race in Solomon. Finally in Western Australia Priya Brown revisits her original predictions and wagers - Bullwinkel's surprising swing to Labor did indeed signal a nationwide triumph for Labor - even if it hurt Priya in the pocket. Join us for this joyful episode - and don't forget to book tickets for our live show if you live near Melbourne!May 29, 7pmThe Toff in Town52 Swanston St, Melbourne VIC 3000Team Leaders and Campaign Organisers - Message Us for 2 x Free TicketsCanvassers- Book Tickets Here.CHAPTERS:00:00 Episode Start03:01 The ACT06:26 Bean14:19 The Senate23:26 The NT24:41 Solomon29:19 Lingiari34:15 Territory Election40:11 Western Australia46:39 Bullwinkel49:22 Pearce52:58 Canning56:51 Tangney01:02:11 MooreNew episodes every Friday.Join our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/SociallyDemocraticFollow 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 Support the showNew episodes every Friday. 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

Hi Social Democrats,We're taking your favourite centre-left podcast out of the studio for our first live audience recording — and you're invited.Join us to celebrate the historic landslide victory of the Albanese Labor government and the spectacular downfall of the Liberal Party.When: 7:00 pm, Thursday 29 May (doors open 6:15) Where: The Toff, 2nd Floor, Curtin House, 252 Swanston Street, Melbourne Tickets: $15 + booking fee – Limited to 110 seats. Book early to avoid missing out! Free entry for ‘Campaign Organiser' level Patreon members & a plus one. Email grace@dunnstreet.com.au to put your name on the door.Join host Stephen Donnelly and our special guests David Feeney (Westgarth Primary booth captain), Jessie McCrone (former Andrews Deputy Chief of Staff), Benita Kolovos (Victorian State Correspondent, Guardian Australia), and Reed Fleming (former Andrews & Ardern Digital Director) to unpack: How Labor won and why it mattered The Liberal Party's collapse Media hits and misses The digital strategy that helped deliver victoryPlus audience category nominationsWhether you're a political tragic or just want to keep bathing in the warm waters of victory, this special night is for you.Secure your seat now and be part of the celebration: BOOK YOUR TICKETS HERE.See you at The Toff,The Socially Democratic TeamSupport the showNew episodes every Friday. 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

Social Democrats, pop the champagne!After five fascinating weeks, we're taking a victory lap. Delightedly digging into every step, misstep, and seat we didn't see coming.So what went wrong for the Coalition's campaign apparatus? And what does it mean that Labor had one of the lowest primary votes and highest 2nd preference votes in history?Stephen Donnelly is joined by his regular election co-hosts, Jessie McCrone and David Feeney, to answer these questions and get a few other things off their chests while they're at it!Plus - your listener nominations, with bonus categories.New episodes every Friday.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 Support the showNew episodes out every Friday.If you like the show leave a comment below or leave us a review on Podchaser: https://bit.ly/36uFbp8Support the show on Patreon. Follow us on YouTube, Facebook, X, Bluesky, and Instagram.

Stephen Donnelly, Jessie McCrone, and David Feeney take us through the final stretch of the Australian Federal Election.From the price of homes to the price of eggs, Albanese and Dutton have some zesty exchanges in the final leaders' debate.Stephen wonders if the Labor campaign is feeling a little too confident.Jessie shares some intel on the hidden - but highly effective - work of the Labor party's “Dirt Unit”  - although she prefers to call it “Democracy Empowerment Unit”.Plus - your listener nominations!Subscribe to Socially Democratic for our post-election re-cap, out next week.New episodes every Friday.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 Support the showNew episodes out every Friday.If you like the show leave a comment below or leave us a review on Podchaser: https://bit.ly/36uFbp8Support the show on Patreon. Follow us on YouTube, Facebook, X, Bluesky, and Instagram.

In this mega-episode, Stephen Donnelly goes on a whirlwind tour of Australia's most hotly-contested seats for Labor. He is joined by campaign experts (see below) from each state, who shine a spotlight on the candidates, the constituents, and the issues shaping each electorate.They share the betting odds and lay their predictions on the table. This is the ultimate election night primer.***Use the Chapter headings to jump to the seats that pique your interest - or listen to the whole episode like the absolute beast you are.***Can Labor get to 76 this Saturday night? Join us to find out. CHAPTERS:00:00 Introduction01:18 Welcome to NSW06:00 Bennelong12:42 Gilmore21:51 Paterson29:52 Hunter34:48 Robertson41:47 Welcome to QLD45:39 Leichardt54:39 Bonner01:03:23 Brisbane01:08:51 Longman01:14:16 Welcome to TAS01:15:44 Lyons 01:30:27 Bass01:35:49 Franklin01:38:22 Welcome to the NT01:39:20 Solomon01:48:18 Lingiari01:56:35 Welcome to SA02:00:42 Boothby02:10:19 Sturt02:19:41 Welcome to WA02:25:13 Bullwinkle02:29:32 Tangney02:37:16 Pearce02:42:47 Canning02:48:58 Welcome to VIC02:52:58 Chisolm 03:00:58 Menzies03:03:19 Aston03:07:50 Dunkley03:10:33 Bruce03:11:59 McEwan03:15:21 Hawke03:17:37 Mcnamara03:29:08 Wills 03:40:27 Wrap UpSPECIAL GUESTS:NSW - Todd PinkertonTodd is the director of campaigns and strategy at Unions NSW, a former federal and state Labor staffer, and he's been on every campaign cycle since 2011.QLD - Evan MoorheadEvan is the director of Anacta Strategies, former Director of Strategy for the Office of the Premier and Minister for Trade, former State Secretary for Queensland Labor, and former State Member for Waterford.WA - Priya BrownPriya is a partner at GRA Partners, the former Chief of Staff in the WA Government, a former Senior Advisor in the Vic Government, and the former Regional Field Director for the Community Action Network.TAS - Jack MilroyJack is a senior strategist and public affairs professional with more than 20 years of experience in progressive political campaigns in Australia and abroad.SA - Matt ClemowMatt is a former Senior Advisor and Chief of Staff in the SA Labor Government, to successive SA Labor Premiers and current consultant for Capetal Advisory in Adelaide.NT - Ryan NeveRyan has over 20 years of experience as an advisor in the NT Government, as well as stints in the UK and Victoria. Most recently he was Executive Director for the Finance, Communications, Policy, and Strategy Divisions within the Dept. of Environment, Parks, and Water Security in the NT. VIC - Jessie McCroneJessie is a managing partner at FMRS advisory, the former Deputy Chief of Staff to Daniel Andrews, and former ALP National Organiser.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 Support the showNew episodes out every Friday.If you like the show leave a comment below or leave us a review on Podchaser: https://bit.ly/36uFbp8Support the show on Patreon. Follow us on YouTube, Facebook, X, Bluesky, and Instagram.

Early voting is now open, and E-Day is drawing near!Stephen Donnelly, Jessie McCrone, and David Feeney are back to unpack the previous week. Both campaigns briefly paused for Easter and out of respect for the passing of Pope Francis. Who was helped, and who was hurt by this hiatus? The hosts are joined by former digital strategist for Daniel Andrews and Jacinda Ardern, Reed Fleming.  Reed reveals what both major parties (and a few minor ones) have spent on their social media campaigns - plus their messaging missteps and sometimes bizarre attempts to go viral.Everyone wonders what the LNP campaign would look like if Dutton could be to his inner Darth Vader. Plus - your listener nominations!Mentioned in the episode:Reed Fleming's Good to Go https://www.goodtogo.digital/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 Support the showNew episodes out every Friday.If you like the show leave a comment below or leave us a review on Podchaser: https://bit.ly/36uFbp8Support the show on Patreon. Follow us on YouTube, Facebook, X, Bluesky, and Instagram.

Happy Easter! In this episode, Stephen Donnelly and resident pop culture expert Tess Farrell review the TV series ‘Say Nothing', created by Joshua Zetumer, and the film ‘Conclave' directed by Edward Berger.‘Say Nothing' goes inside the Provisional IRA during The Troubles in Northern Ireland. ‘Conclave' depicts the highly secretive process of selecting a new pope. If the Easter holiday has you craving a political thriller with a heavy dose of Catholicism, we've got you covered. Say Nothing Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=seCMPomkpR4Conclave Trailer:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JX9jasdi3icRegister for our Phone Bank:https://shorturl.at/NT6vxThe 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 Support the showNew episodes out every Friday.If you like the show leave a comment below or leave us a review on Podchaser: https://bit.ly/36uFbp8Support the show on Patreon. Follow us on YouTube, Facebook, X, Bluesky, and Instagram.

In the Dáil today, Sinn Féin TD Pearse Doherty said previous health minister Stephen Donnelly was informed last year that hundreds of unnecessary hip operations may have taken place. Responding on behalf of the government, Minister Helen McEntee said these surgeries were the subject of a HSE audit. Political Correspondent Michael Lehane has more..

This week: Dutton executes a 10/10 backflip, while Albanese merely tumbles. Who will take home the gold?Stephen Donnelly is joined again by former Senator and former ALP campaign director, David Feeney, and former Deputy Chief of Staff to Daniel Andrews, Jessie McCrone.They cover the polite and somewhat snoozy first debate,and the rise and fall of the Liberal party's disastrous attempt to force public servants back into the office. Then, they speak to campaign expert and Director of Qdos research, John Armitage, about messaging from both major parties. Plus, your questions and nominations!Mentioned in the show:https://thisislabor.org/get-involved/attend-an-event/socially-democratic-online-phone-bank/https://www.alp.org.au/CHAPTERS:00:00 Episode Start02:53 Guest Introduction04:41 The Debate20:32 Dutton's Backflip25:43 John Armitage45:52: This Week's AwardsSupport the showNew episodes out every Friday.If you like the show leave a comment below or leave us a review on Podchaser: https://bit.ly/36uFbp8Support the show on Patreon. Follow us on YouTube, Facebook, X, Bluesky, and Instagram.

Election Countdown 2025 is on!Stephen Donnelly is joined by former Senator and former ALP campaign director, David Feeney, and former ALP national organiser and Deputy Chief of Staff to Daniel Andrews, Jessie McCrone.They unpack the first week of the campaign, answering questions like:Key battleground seats to watch?How will Trump's assault on our trade agreements influence the campaign?Do leader debates really matter?Which Tory got their hands on a typewriter this week?If you're looking for your politics fix, we've got you covered.New episodes every Friday.CHAPTERS:00:00 Episode Start01:49 Guest Introduction04:08 Campaign Kickoff22:15 Campaign Narrative35:10 The Debate Forecast50:20: This Week's AwardsThe 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 Support the showNew episodes out every Friday.If you like the show leave a comment below or leave us a review on Podchaser: https://bit.ly/36uFbp8Support the show on Patreon. Follow us on YouTube, Facebook, X, Bluesky, and Instagram.

“You have an autocrat president next door who is threatening annexation of your country. And it's not a joke anymore..”In December of 2024, former Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau resigned with an approval rating of just 22%. His centre-left Canadian Liberal Party had been in government for the last ten years - through COVID-19, the cost of living crisis, housing shortages, and party in-fighting. Canada was ready for a change.And yet, with the federal election mere weeks away, Liberals are once again the popular favourite. Why?Jack Milroy, a veteran political consultant and Canadian-Australian dual-citizen, gets Stephen Donnelly and our listeners up to date.Follow Jack Milroy on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/j-stor.bsky.socialand at Progressive Breakdown on substack: https://progressivebreakdown.substack.com/Mentioned:Abundance by Ezra Klein and Derek ThompsonCHAPTERS:00:00: Episode Start02:08 Jack Milroy Introduction03:56: Canadian Party Politics 10119:11: Canadian Liberal Party Leader Selection27:20: Mark Carney34:24: The Threat from Below47:06: Abundance Mindset52:52: Campaigning in CanadaThe 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 Support the showNew episodes out every Friday.If you like the show leave a comment below or leave us a review on Podchaser: https://bit.ly/36uFbp8Support the show on Patreon. Follow us on YouTube, Facebook, X, Bluesky, and Instagram.

The federal election is on!And we don't want to jinx it, but Labor is looking up in the polls. Is the spotlight on Dutton and his recent slip ups impacting the Coalition's numbers? Or has the Labor government finally struck a chord with voters on the kitchen table issues?Trump looms large in this campaign, and Australia's next PM has a choice to make.Will they be defiant, like Trudeau? Obsequious, like Argentine's Javier Milei?Or play it somewhere in the middle, like Kier Starmer?Stephen Donnelly and David Feeney break it down in this week's episode of Socially Democratic.Dutton Ad Link Canada Ad LinkLabor's Dutton Attack AdCHAPTERS:00:00 Episode Start01:55 The Polls!09:38 The Conservative Cooldown14:39 Party Positions 28:08 Dutton's Proposals34:33 Campaign Ads28:08 Albanese's Announcements50:30 WA's Results55:57 Listener Questions01:19:09 Vale David CraggThe 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 Support the showNew episodes out every Friday.If you like the show leave a comment below or leave us a review on Podchaser: https://bit.ly/36uFbp8Support the show on Patreon. Follow us on YouTube, Facebook, X, Bluesky, and Instagram.

Rapha Manajem walks into a bar. He picks up a microphone. Amidst the deafening roar of mostly oblivious pub-goers, he manages to entertain two or three people. And for some reason, he keeps going back.Now he's a big shot with a recurring spot at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival, opening next week. He also just so happens to be a fellow comrade and passionate Labor volunteer and campaigner, which makes him the perfect guest for us.From an awkward encounter with Chris Bowen, to a somehow even more awkward encounter with Dan Andrews, Rapha's got plenty of stories. But it's not all jokes. Rapha shares his perspective on being “diverse” in Australia, being Jewish in a fraught time, and the absurdity of answering for an identity you didn't choose. He also turns the tables on Stephen Donnelly and asks some fantastic questions about campaign organising!We loved this episode, and hope you do too. See Rapha at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival:Bar 1806169 Exhibition Street, Melbourne 30006:15 - 7:05 PMApril 9-11, 13, 15-18, 20CHAPTERS:00:00 Episode Introduction01:55 Guest Introduction11:56 Equality in Schools, Dignity in Work17:46 Rapha Interviews Stephen on Field Organising35:55 How Rapha Got Into Comedy41:37 Rapha's Act (And Ensuing Thoughts)59:56 Wrap UpThe 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 Support the showNew episodes out every Friday.If you like the show leave a comment below or leave us a review on Podchaser: https://bit.ly/36uFbp8Support the show on Patreon. Follow us on YouTube, Facebook, X, Bluesky, and Instagram.

“A big reason we're up against the wall here is, cost of living's tough. Governments all around the world … have lost some skin. We need a big margin and we haven't got it.”-Peter Dutton has vowed to cut public service jobs and repeal popular laws like the ‘right to disconnect'. Yet somehow, he still poses a credible threat to Labor this coming election.Is this a failure of storytelling?And if so, how can Albanese's team lead the charge to victory?John Armitage sits down with Stephen Donnelly to discuss.CHAPTERS:00:00 Episode Start01:47 Introducing John Armitage02:51 WA Election09:05 Federal Election22:09 Going Deeper on Messaging33:48 Accentuate the Negative50:05 Positive Peter58:30 Wrap UpThe 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 Support the showNew episodes out every Friday.If you like the show leave a comment below or leave us a review on Podchaser: https://bit.ly/36uFbp8Support the show on Patreon. Follow us on YouTube, Facebook, X, Bluesky, and Instagram.

With the relative decline of mainstream media and the rise of podcasts, influencers, and infinite scrolling, how is the Australian Labor party faring in the race to modernise their political campaigns?And how can social democratic parties around the world continue to compete and adapt to the ever-changing new media landscape? What role does data analytics play in shaping effective messaging, and driving innovative, efficient campaigns?On this week's episode of Socially Democratic, Stephen Donnelly sits down with James Booth, an Australian transplant to Washington D.C. and an expert on campaign data and messaging. They discuss, among other things, takeaways from the U.S. Presidential Election, the long road to changing public perception, and the surprising strength of analogue.Enjoy!CHAPTERS:00:00 Introduction2:23 Meet James Booth19:34 Where Australian Campaigns Fit In29:41 U.S. Election Hindsight54:08 Winning the “Battle of the Thumbs”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 Support the showNew episodes out every Friday.If you like the show leave a comment below or leave us a review on Podchaser: https://bit.ly/36uFbp8Support the show on Patreon. Follow us on YouTube, Facebook, X, Bluesky, and Instagram.

On a cloudy day in Melbourne's West, campaign workers in clashing t-shirts formed lines outside of schools and community centres. Residents, who often suffer from congested roads, this time navigated foot traffic on their way to the voting booth. February 8th, 2025 was the day of the Werribee by-election. It came after long-serving Labor MP, Tim Pallas announced his retirement - kicking off Labor's first real pressure test of the year. Stephen Donnelly sits down with seasoned pollster and campaign researcher, John Armitage, for a spirited discussion about why the Werribee by-election matters, and what Labor can learn from this moment as they rise to meet the challenges of 2025.CHAPTERS:00:00 Introduction04:33 Werribee By-Election Overview16:23 The Liberal Strategy23:56 Lessons for Labor36:31 The Western Front47:21 Prahan52:36 Wrap UpThe 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 Support the showNew episodes out every Friday.If you like the show leave a comment below or leave us a review on Podchaser: https://bit.ly/36uFbp8Support the show on Patreon. Follow us on YouTube, Facebook, X, Bluesky, and Instagram.

This week, Stephen Donnelly and former Labor Campaign Director and federal MP, David Feeney, unpack the way forward for Albanese's Labor government as the federal election looms. In a complex, de-centralised, and increasingly click-baity media landscape, the Labor Government has their work cut out for them if they intend to keep the national conversation focused on key issues - particularly while Dutton dangles culture-war bait. Is Labor adequately prepared for the fight ahead? Will Feeney deliver another epic 30 minute address? Listen in to find out. CHAPTERS:00:00 Introduction02:57 Sliding Into Campaign Mode08:04 The Cabinet Reshuffle19:10 Election Date Predictions30:23 Defining the Message47:23 The Victoria Effect53:44 Wrap UpThe 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 #sociallydemocratic #dunnstreet #podcast #auspol #federalelection #Albo #Dutton #AnthonyAlbanese #BillShorten #culturewars #politicalmemes #KarateKid #VoiceReferendum #negativegearing #Labor #DavidFeeney #StephenDonnellySupport the showNew episodes out every Friday.If you like the show leave a comment below or leave us a review on Podchaser: https://bit.ly/36uFbp8Support the show on Patreon. Follow us on YouTube, Facebook, X, Bluesky, and Instagram.

Former Minister for Health Stephen Donnelly sat down with Brendan following the loss of his seat in the recent election, he talks about how his family home was targeted during COVID, creating a culture of productivity in the Department of Health and why you need a healthy ego to go into politics.

In this episode, Stephen Donnelly and former Obama speechwriter Terry Szuplat have a wide-ranging discussion on everything from Obama's journey in public speaking, to Trump's latest inaugural address, to Rev. Mariann Budde's controversial sermon, and the influence of AI in speechwriting. And of course, they chat about Terry's new book, Say It Well: Find Your Voice, Speak Your Mind, Inspire Any Audience. In Say it Well, Terry opens up about his own struggles with public speaking, and lays out a practical guide for those looking to find their own voice for a better world. Click here to purchase your copy.We're also giving away two copies! Listen in for details.CHAPTERS00:00:00 - Introduction00:02:03 - Meet Terry00:03:22 - The Washington D.C. Plane Collision00:14:31 - Why are We Afraid of Public Speaking?00:22:27 - Obama's Challenges in Public Speaking00:28:52 - Beware the Demagogue 00:35:49 - Style versus Substance00:45:41 - Rev. Mariann Bubbe00:48:55 - Chat GPT00:51:28 - Obama's Hurdle in Public Speaking00:53:48 - Vulnerability in Public Speaking00:57:59 - Aussie! Aussie! Aussie!01:01:26 - Speeches in Pop Culture01:03:06:22 - Wrap UpThe 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 Support the showNew episodes out every Friday.If you like the show leave a comment below or leave us a review on Podchaser: https://bit.ly/36uFbp8Support the show on Patreon. Follow us on YouTube, Facebook, X, Bluesky, and Instagram.

“Kennett was … ripping the heart out of country areas.”25 years ago in Victoria, Jeff Kennett's Liberal Party was up for re-election.  Holding a large majority of seats, they were expected to win the election and entrench another generation of conservative rule in Victoria.But, in the background, the Steve Bracks-led Labor Party was building momentum in unlikely places. What resulted was a political upheaval that surprised everyone - even, until the final stretch, Steve Bracks.In this week's episode, Stephen Donnelly is joined by the 44th Premier and the man himself, Steve Bracks. He tells us how they did it, and why assuming leadership of the party was one of toughest choices of his career. CHAPTERS:00:00 Introduction01:46 The Back Story12:51 Replacing John Brumby19:48 Steve's Strategy23:39 Going Head to Head with Kennett26:49 Reaching Out to the Regions31:40 The Prognosis36:33 Election Night45:06 Courting the Independents53:53 Declaring Victory57:24 Successive Wins59:22 Mic Drop!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 Support the showNew episodes out every Friday.If you like the show leave a comment below or leave us a review on Podchaser: https://bit.ly/36uFbp8Support the show on Patreon. Follow us on YouTube, Facebook, X, Bluesky, and Instagram.

“We love what we do, but love is not paying the rent for us right now.”Senator Jess Walsh joins Stephen Donnelly to chat about the Big Steps Campaign, which recently resulted in a historic 15% pay rise for Early Childhood Education and Care Workers across Australia. Senator Walsh covers the strengths and challenges of organising across multiple employers in a typically undervalued and feminised industry.They also discuss how Walsh overcame her fears and got her first taste of organising with cleaners in the United States. Finally, they cover the federal election, the ongoing debate between wind and nuclear, and the perils of a coalition government coming into power.If you are an ECEC worker looking to unionise and negotiate better pay and conditions, then check out the Big Steps website: https://bigsteps.org.au/home/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 New Episodes Out Every Friday. Support the showIf you like the show leave a comment below or leave us a review on Podchaser: https://bit.ly/36uFbp8Support the show on Patreon. Follow us on YouTube, Facebook, X, Bluesky, and Instagram.

Minister for Health, Stephen Donnelly, joins us next to discuss the latest health news, from the government calling for the HSE to shift staff working patterns, to the delayed HRT rollout, as he reflects upon his ten-year career.

Women across County Clare are expressing frustration as they continue to face monthly costs of €30-€70 for prescribed hormone replacement therapy. Last November, Minister for Health, Stephen Donnelly said legislation had been passed to allow the introduction of the measure in January of this year. However, the scheme is not yet operational, with no date provided for its implementation. To discuss this further, Alan Morrissey was joined by Midwest Hospital campaign spokesperson, Hilary Tonge. Image (c) by chrupka from Getty Images Pro via Canva

jQuery(document).ready(function(){ cab.clickify(); }); Original Podcast with clickable words https://tinyurl.com/28he7koz Contact: irishlingos@gmail.com Sick children from Gaza in Ireland for medical treatment. Leanaí tinne as Gaza in Éirinn le cóireáil leighis a chur orthu. Health Minister Stephen Donnelly has confirmed that eight sick children have arrived in Ireland from Gaza for treatment in hospitals in this country. Tá sé dearbhaithe ag an Aire Sláinte Stephen Donnelly go bhfuil ochtar páistí tinne tagtha go hÉirinn as Gaza le cóir leighis a chur orthu in ospidéil sa tír seo. Ireland is one of ten countries that has accepted a request from the World Health Organization to come to the aid of children from Gaza suffering from cancer, blood disorders or other serious illnesses. Tá Éire ar cheann de dheich dtír a ghlac le hiarratas ón Eagraíocht Dhomhanda Sláinte teacht i gcabhair ar leanaí as Gaza a bhfuil ailse, aicíd fola nó galar tromchúiseach eile orthu. Around 30 sick children are due to arrive in Ireland from Gaza in the next few months and the first eight were welcomed as they disembarked from a Slovak Government plane at Dublin Airport last night. Tá thart ar 30 leanbh tinn le teacht go Éirinn as Gaza as seo go ceann roinnt míonna agus cuireadh fáilte roimh an gcéad ochtar nuair a tháinig siad amach as eitleán de chuid Rialtas na Slóvaice ag Aerfort Bhaile Átha Cliath aréir. The children were accompanied by caregivers and siblings, and they will live with health workers who have volunteered to provide them with accommodation. In éineacht leis na páistí tháinig cúramóirí agus deartháireacha agus deirfiúracha dóibh, agus cónóidh siadsan le hoibrithe sláinte a dheonaigh lóistín a chur ar fáil dóibh. In light of its implications, the plan has been in preparation for some time by various Government Departments and the Health Service Executive in collaboration with medical professionals and the Irish Red Cross. I bhfianaise a aimpléisí atá sé, tá an plean á réiteach le tamall ag Ranna Rialtais éagsúla agus Feidhmeannacht na Seirbhíse Sláinte i gcomhar le lucht leighis agus Cros Dhearg na hÉireann. It is understood that a medical team from Ireland went to Gaza to assess sick children and to obtain further information about their needs from their families or other caregivers. Tuigtear go ndeachaigh foireann leighis as Éirinn go Gaza le measúnú a dhéanamh ar leanaí tinne agus le tuilleadh eolais a fháil faoina gcuid riachtanas óna muintreacha nó ó dhaoine eile a thugann aire dóibh. However, children with orthopedic needs are not currently being considered due to lack of resources. Níl leanaí a bhfuil riachtanais ortaipéideacha acu á gcur san áireamh faoi láthair, áfach, de cheal acmhainne. RTÉ News and Current Affairs Nuacht agus Cúrsaí Reatha RTÉ

The National Endometriosis Framework, which was initially announced in 2021 by then Minister for Health, Stephen Donnelly, has again been delayed from publishing, into 2025. Andrea chats to Doireann Barrett, who runs Cneasú community and a sufferer from Stage 4 endometriosis, Niamh Mahony who is making a film on the endometriosis experience in Ireland & Illana D'arcy from the Endometriosis Association of Ireland.Photo by Sora Shimazaki

Pat Leahy and Jennifer Bray join Hugh to look at the early indications from count centres and think about what sort of coalitions might emerge. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the lead up to the General Election, big debates are being held on the Hard Shoulder. Today: Health.With it already being the second biggest area of spending from the government, how can the health sector be improved?Joining Kieran to debate is Stephen Donnelly, Minister for Health and Fianna Fáil General Election candidate for Wicklow, Hazel Chu, Green Party General Election candidate for Dublin Bay South, Edward McManus Aontú candidate for Dublin North West and Dean Mulligan, Independents 4 Change candidate for Fingal East.

Drivetime is still on the road today Sarah is in the Wicklow constituency. The panel of candidates includes Social Democrat's Jennifer Whitmore; The Green Party's Steven Matthews; Sinn Fein's John Brady; Fine Gael's Edward Timmins; Fianna Fail's Stephen Donnelly and by Independent Shay Cullen.

We're nearing the end of week one, but things have yet to catch fire on the campaign trail. Is the sparring between Fine Gael and Fianna Fáil a sham or serious agro brewing? Either way, it's good news for Sinn Féin. But there's no doubt that on a constituency level, the ground war is very real (just ask Stephen Donnelly).

Labour TD Alan Kelly joined Kieran earlier to discuss how he begged his father to go to UHL when he was unwell.Alan mentioned that he wants clarity from Stephen Donnelly on when UHL's new 96-bed block would open...Joining Kieran to discuss when we might see change is former HSE Director General and Columnist for the Sunday Independent, Tony O'Brien.

The Health Minister is adamant that the former UL Hospitals Group CEO Collette Cowan's new position within the HSE is not a promotion. Professor Cowan has been on administrative leave since the HSE commenced a disciplinary investigation involving six people, in relation to the death of Shannon teenager Aoife Johnston at University Hospital Limerick in December of 2022. Ms Cowan has since been appointed as an integrated healthcare area manager within the newly created HSE MidWest body. Responding to Clare Fianna Fáil TD Cathal Crowe at the Oireachtas Health Committee, Stephen Donnelly insists that as the position of UL Hospitals Group CEO no longer exists, the new role has a smaller span of control.

Ireland needs a system like the UK's NHS. That's the call from People Before Profit TD Gino Kenny who is a member of the Oireachtas Health Committee. Gino spoke to Newstalk Breakfast to discuss further.

Minister for Health, Stephen Donnelly.

The Health Minister has defended his Department's response to enhancing capacity, staffing and resources across the UL Hospitals Group in the face of consistent and worsening overcrowding this year. It follows a fiery debate held in the Dáil on the matter in light of the harrowing findings of former Chief Justice Frank Clarke's Report into the Death of Shannon Teenager Aoife Johnston at University Hospital Limerick. The overcrowding crisis at UHL has once again dominated headlines this week, following the publication of the Clarke Report, which determined the circumstances surrounding Aoife Johnston's death "were almost certainly avoidable". 2024 remains on course to be the worst year on record for trolley numbers at Dooradoyle with the Irish Nurses and Midwives Organisation documenting 2,225 admitted patients without beds up to July . Sinn Féin TD Maurice Quinlivan whose party called for last night's debate insists too many families have unnecessarily lost loved ones at UHL in recent times due to the conditions. The Health Minister has defended the response made by his Department in light of recent events though. Stephen Donnelly claims the bed capacity planned for UHL alone will be the equivalent of bringing a new model 4 and model 3 hospital to the MidWest. He confirmed in the Dáil that the first of two 96 bed blocks due to come on stream at Dooradoyle will be operational by the first quarter of next year, with the second to be built by 2028. Additionally, a site for a dedicated surgical hub has been established at Scoil Carmel in Limerick, which its claimed will cater for 4,000 extra day case surgeries, 6,000 minor operations and 18,000 outpatient consultations annually. Minister Donnelly believes that a failure to reform workplace practices have been to blame for the worsening situation at UHL this year. The Department of Health has also confirmed a committee will be established to implement the recommendations of the Clarke Report. But the Minister is facing criticism from a coalition colleague for a failure to address Oireachtas members and Clare County Council on UHL's Winter plan ahead of the expected seasonal surge. Ennistymon Fine Gael Senator and Oireachtas Health Committee member Martin Conway says the delay is inexcusable.

Dr. Ilona Duffy, Monaghan based GP and Simon Mills, Senior Counsel & Qualified Doctor and Co-Author of Medical Law in Ireland

Stephen Donnelly has announced that he wants to extend the free contraception scheme to 16 year olds. Many have deemed it a brave move - or does it mean we need to rethink the age of consent?Joining Kieran to discuss is Audience Editor and Columnist for the Independent, Saoirse Hanley and member of Ogra Aontú, Luke Silke.

jQuery(document).ready(function(){ cab.clickify(); }); Original Podcast with clickable words https://tinyurl.com/23fwv5n7 Contact: irishlingos@gmail.com Sick children from Gaza to receive medical treatment in Ireland. Leanaí tinne as Gaza le cóireáil leighis a fháil in Éirinn. Health Minister Stephen Donnelly is to ask the Cabinet for permission to bring scores of sick children from Gaza to Ireland to be treated in hospitals in this country. Tá an tAire Sláinte Stephen Donnelly le cead a iarraidh ar an gComhaireacht na scórtha leanaí tinne a thabhairt as Gaza go hÉirinn le cóir leighis a chur orthu in ospidéil sa tír seo. Children with cancer, blood acidosis or other serious illness are involved, but children with orthopedic needs are not currently being taken into account. Leanaí a bhfuil ailse, aicíd fola nó galar tromchúiseach eile orthu atá i gceist, ach níl leanaí a bhfuil riachtanais ortaipéideacha acu á gcur san áireamh faoi láthair. The matter will be discussed in a meeting of the Cabinet today. Pléifear an scéal i gcruinniú den Chomhaireacht inniu. The plan has been prepared for several months by various Government Departments in collaboration with medical professionals and the Irish Red Cross. Tá an plean á réiteach le roinnt míonna ag Ranna Rialtais éagsúla i gcomhar le lucht leighis agus Cros Dhearg na hÉireann. According to the plan, a medical team from Ireland will go to Gaza to assess sick children and to get more information about their needs from their families or other people who are caring for them. De réir an phlean, rachaidh foireann leighis as Éirinn go Gaza le measúnú a dhéanamh ar leanaí tinne agus le tuilleadh eolais a fháil faoina gcuid riachtanas óna muintreacha nó ó dhaoine eile atá ag tabhairt aire dóibh. It is intended to bring around 30 children to Ireland before the end of the year and more afterwards. Tá sé i gceist thart ar 30 leanbh a thabhairt go hÉirinn roimh dheireadh na bliana agus tuilleadh ina dhiaidh sin. Caregivers will accompany the children and they will live in homes with health care workers working in this country. Tiocfaidh cúramóirí in éineacht leis na leanaí agus cónóidh siadsan i dtithe le cúramóirí sláinte atá ag obair sa tír seo. RTÉ News and Current Affairs Nuacht agus Cúrsaí Reatha RTÉ

Yesterday on the show Andrea spoke with Stephen Morrison, whose son Harvey was suddenly removed from the scoliosis surgery list without explanation. Today, Minister for Health Stephen Donnelly comments on the case, and Andrea discusses further with Harvey's mum, Gillian Sherratt.

Proposals for restrictions on sales on vapes in Ireland but how will the implementation work? Minister Stephen Donnelly joined us in studio to discuss.

We speak to Health Minister, Stephen Donnelly

A new Online Health Taskforce has been instructed to develop a public health response to the harms caused to children and young people by some types of online activity.Minister for Health Stephen Donnelly joins Kieran Cuddihy to discuss.

Pharmacists should be able to prescribe for a range of common conditions. So found a new report published today by the Expert Taskforce to Support the Expansion of the Role of Pharmacy. Minister for Health Stephen Donnelly joined Kieran on this....

The Assisted Human Reproduction Bill, which includes a legal framework for both domestic and international surrogacy, has passed all stages in the Oireachtas. We speak to Minister for Health, Stephen Donnelly.

Additional beds for the Midwest healthcare region have been announced under the new Acute Hospital Inpatient Bed Capacity Expansion Plan 2024-2031. The plan has been introduced in response to the ongoing Health Service Capacity Review and aims to bring the number of beds in HSE Midwest from 2 per 100,000 people to 2.7. To discuss this further, on Friday's Morning Focus, Alan Morrissey was joined on the line by the Minister for Health, Stephen Donnelly.

2,285 admitted patients were left waiting for beds at University Hospital Limerick in total this month, which is 1,180 more people on trolleys than the next busiest facility; Cork University Hospital. The INMO says that despite an expert team being in the Dooradoyle facility for the month of May, there was only six days when there was less than one hundred people on trolleys at UHL. This week, the Government has announced that by 2028 an additional 84 acute inpatient beds will be delivered at UHL, an additional 48 will come on stream at Ennis General, and 24 beds will go to Nenagh Community Hospital. Speaking to Clare FM's Morning Focus though, the Health Minister admits increased capacity is needed immediately to combat overcrowding in the region, but insists the delivery of beds takes sufficient time. Stephen Donnelly says that capacity alone won't solve the problem and that patient care reforms at UHL need to come in line with national trends. The leader of the main opposition party, meanwhile, claims while it's committed to providing the public healthcare services in Clare, the Government will not. Under Sinn Féin's alternative plan, launched this month, the party is promising an elective only hospital for the region and making Ennis General a 24/7 Urgent Care Centre. In February, 758 children were waiting to undergo dental procedures in the MidWest and Sinn Féin's is pledging to increase dental training places nationwide by 32%. Speaking during a visit to Clare, Sinn Féin Leader Deputy Mary-Lou McDonald says the coalitions approach lacks all common sense.

Minister for Health, Stephen Donnelly plans to go to cabinet tomorrow to seek approval to raise the minimum legal age of the purchase of tobacco products from 18 to 21.Chris Macey, Director of Advocacy for the Irish Heart Foundation, and Ian O'Doherty, Columnist for The Irish Independent joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

The Health Minister, Stephen Donnelly, is to initiate a review into urgent and emergency care capacity in the Mid-West region. The review will determine whether a second emergency department is required, in light of a big increase in the population in recent years and ongoing pressures at the ED at University Hospital Limerick. Smaller emergency departments in the region closed when configuration happened back in 2009. To discuss this further, Alan Morrissey was joined by Oireachtas Health Committee member and Meelick Fianna Fail TD, Cathal Crowe and Friends of Ennis Hospital Spokesperson, Deirdre Culligan.

A Clare Government Senator is calling for a third new 96-bed block to be approved and delivered at University Hospital Limerick in order to tackle legacy capacity issues. It comes as the third HIQA Report in a row, published this week found patient privacy and dignity continues to be impacted by overcrowding. On it's latest unannounced visit the Health Inspection and Quality Authority found the level of overcrowding at Dooradoyle's Emergency Department was not consistent with a human-rights based approach to care. According to HIQA, University Hospital Limerick's Emergency Department has planned capacity for only 49 service users, but last year an average of 219 patients atended the ED every single day. Despite this, a Clare member of the Oireachtas Health Committee claims reopening a 24/7 Accident Emergency Department in Ennis goes against the wishes of the INMO and the Irish Medical Organisation. There are currently two-new 96 bed blocks planned for UHL which promise to increase bed capacity by 167 in real terms by 2027. But Ennistymon Fine Gael Senator Martin Conway believes until the clinical advice says otherwise, commitment to a third new 96 bed-block at UHL is the most practical solution for now. The Health Minister has commissioned a review though led by MidWest Regional Healthcare Executive Officer Sandra Broderick, that will analyse if another A&E is needed at either Ennis, Nenagh and St.Johns. HIQA's latest report found once again though that patient flow continues to be ineffectively managed at the region's main hospital. Speaking on the floor of the Dáil, Stephen Donnelly says the issue needs to be urgently resolved to improve patient outcomes at the hospital. A Clare Independent TD though believes the Minister must inject as much funding as possible into Ennis Hospital in order to maximise capacity there. Kilrush Deputy Violet Anne-Wynne claims that contrary to government predictions, the second 96-bed block currently planned for UHL is not due to come on stream until the third quarter of 2028. She insists that capital investment is needed in Ennis now as the reopening of the A&E is inevitable.

Stephen Donnelly is currently studying as a psychotherapist and counsellour, he is an artist and works as a freelance creative designer. In this candid conversation Stephen talks about his growing up in Dundalk, Co.Louth, being gay and of his relationship with alchool. Stephen's Music Choice ABBA - Dancing Queen Sexy Boy - Air Heroes - David Bowie (Mackenzie Johnson's Cover) To know more about Stephen check out his LinkedIn page For more information and episodes visit www.socialfabric.ie Warning If you have been affected by any of the topics in this conversation, please do seek professional help.