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Civic Cipher is a weekly radio show created to foster allyship for social justice. Hosted by Ramses Ja and Q. Ward, this show is dedicated to empowering Black and Brown voices, allowing them to engage directly with diverse populations across the country. Self-determination is critical to securing a future free of oppressive systems, and Civic Cipher exists to facilitate discussions toward this end... more

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In the first half of the episode, we discuss 5 tactics MAGA uses to avoid healthy discourse in conversations and ways you can identify and steer the conversation in a healthier direction.

Support the show: www.patreon.com/civiccipher?utm_sou... more

In the second half of the episode, we discuss an essay by Stacy Muhammad entitled ‘The Politics of Consequence’ and connect Hollywood’s influence on culture to the division we are seeing in American life today.

Support the show: www.patreon.... more

Willie Jolley is a man on a mission! He is a Hall of Fame speaker, singer, best-selling author, and popular media personality. In January 2023, he received the Joseph R. Biden Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award.

In July 2023, he was the recipi... more

Congressional candidate Elizabeth Lee is a nationally recognized nurse, board-certified patient advocate, and reproductive healthcare policy expert with over a decade of experience advancing access to care. She built a career helping thousands of pat... more

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Dr. Willie Jolley
Hall of Fame speaker, singer, bestselling author, media personality
Episode: Rich is Good…Wealthy is Better! A Conversation with Dr. Willie Jolley on Building Wealth for the Historically Marginalized (First Half)
Kim Hunt
Political influencer, @SlaytheGOP on social platforms
Self/Slay the GOP
Episode: Guest Interview with Political Influencer Kim Hunt @SlaytheGOP (Second Half)
Elizabeth Lee
Congressional Candidate, nurse Lee for AZ? (from context: Elizabeth Lee involved in local race)
Nurse Lee for AZ / Local election slate
Episode: Congressional Candidate Elizabeth Lee, and SRP Board Presidential and VP Candidates Sandra Kennedy and Casey Clowes Discuss the Importance of Local Elections (Second Half)
Sandra Kennedy
SRP (SRP Clean Energy Team) candidate for SRP leadership
SRP Clean Energy Team
Episode: Congressional Candidate Elizabeth Lee, and SRP Board Presidential and VP Candidates Sandra Kennedy and Casey Clowes Discuss the Importance of Local Elections (Second Half)
Casey Clowes
SRP Vice Presidential candidate
SRP Clean Energy Team
Episode: Congressional Candidate Elizabeth Lee, and SRP Board Presidential and VP Candidates Sandra Kennedy and Casey Clowes Discuss the Importance of Local Elections (Second Half)
Raven Schwam-Curtis
Activist/Journalist discussing Black and Jewish intersections
Blavity ( correspondent )
Episode: Raven Schwam-Curtis Discusses the Political Intersection of Black and Jewish Americans Under Trump (Second Half)
Russell Jolly Ellis (Jolly Good Ginger)
North Carolina born social media activist and former Survive the Raft contestant
Independent activist
Episode: Jolly Good Ginger Discusses What White People Still Need to Learn About White Supremacy (First Half)
Russell Jolly Ellis
Continues the discussion on education and deconstructing white supremacy
Independent
Episode: Jolly Good Ginger Discusses What White People Still Need to Learn About White Supremacy (First Half)
Dr. Kerry Sampson
Returning guest discussed National School Choice Week
Episode: Racism is Killing Us…Literally (Part 1)

Hosts

Ramses Ja
Host of Civic Cipher, focused on critical analysis of racial and social justice issues.
Q. Ward
Co-host, engages in rigorous dialogue on race, policy, and political economy.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 99 ratings
  • Racist

    They use a hate word for Latinos. Disgusting.

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    Foshizzlemynizzle
    United Statesa year ago
  • AL

    Like the ethos expressed in the About section n as a non US resident helps provide some insight into the US society w all its contradictions. Also listen to Past, Present and Future w D Runciman.

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    O42042
    Australiaa year ago
  • One of my Favs!!!

    This is one of my favorite podcasts!! These brothers are so real & timely with their topics. I enjoy listening to them.

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    5
    Libragirl75
    United States3 years ago
  • Must listen!

    Absolutely love this show; the difficult and important topics discussed with contemporary and historical perspectives given should be mandatory listening. All the things I should have learned in school as a child. Great give and take between the hosts and an unbelievable way of keeping kindness and a path forward when discussing incredibly difficult/horrifying facts. Thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
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    cyclingforsanity
    United States3 years ago

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Balanced dialogue with clear takeaways for listeners and sponsors.
Engaging and timely conversations with strong guest selections.
Provokes difficult but necessary conversations about systemic injustice.
Thoughtful, data-driven discussions on race and policy.
Challenging and insightful perspectives that push for accountability.

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Rich is Good…Wealthy is Better! A Conversation with Dr. Willie Jolley on Building Wealth for the Historically Marginalized (First Half)
Q: You describe a distinction between being rich and wealthy. Could you summarize this difference and explain how someone can start applying that concept in their daily life?
Being rich is money earned from work; being wealthy is money generated from ownership and assets that provide income even while sleeping. Start by understanding your own income streams, seek opportunities to own a portion of assets or businesses, and adopt habits like insurance planning and prudent investing to move toward wealth.
Rich is Good…Wealthy is Better! A Conversation with Dr. Willie Jolley on Building Wealth for the Historically Marginalized (First Half)
Q: For listeners who feel they can't invest now because they are juggling bills, how is this book relevant to them and what practical steps can they take today to move toward wealth?
The book emphasizes mindset and three legged wealth: increasing income streams, starting with small fractional investments, and securing insurance to protect a future. It illustrates that wealth is not exclusive to high earners and provides actionable steps to begin with what you have, including learning, budgeting, and gradually expanding investment and protection strategies.
Where are Democrats Falling Short? A Conversation with Congressional Candidate Elizabeth Lee (First Half)
Q: How do you view Right to Dissent regulations and their impact on political participation?
Lee explains the tension between civil liberties and political activism, arguing these regulations can chill dissent and restrict peaceful protest, while emphasizing the need to protect constitutional rights for all communities.
Where are Democrats Falling Short? A Conversation with Congressional Candidate Elizabeth Lee (First Half)
Q: What have you learned about the district and your campaign that listeners nationwide should know?
She highlights the power of showing up for people, building trust through earnest engagement, and the potential for a new generation of candidates to challenge established molds.
Where are Democrats Falling Short? A Conversation with Congressional Candidate Elizabeth Lee (First Half)
Q: So bring us up to speed since we last spoke. What new things have developed?
Lee describes a growing coalition in a red district, emphasizing consistent, attentive service to community members, and the belief that new voices can shift political dynamics; she frames this as progress toward meaningful governance.

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What is Civic Cipher about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on race, justice, and power in American society, with long-form conversations that challenge mainstream narratives and highlight systemic inequities. Across episodes, discussions span Reagan-era policy effects on Black communities, DEI debates and intersectionality, immigration and labor, faith communities and political identity, as well as civil rights, policing accountability, and education policy. The hosts likely attract audiences seeking rigorous critique, historical context, and practical implications for equity and policy reform; the show is notable for its direct, data-informed analysis and willingness to interrogate uncomfortable truths. Listeners may likely value thoughtful dialogue that connects historical actio... more

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Recent guests on Civic Cipher include:

1. Dr. Willie Jolley
2. Kim Hunt
3. Elizabeth Lee
4. Sandra Kennedy
5. Casey Clowes
6. Raven Schwam-Curtis
7. Russell Jolly Ellis (Jolly Good Ginger)
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