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Civic Cipher

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Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Racism
Civil Rights
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Black Lives Matter
Civil Rights Movement
Immigration
Police Violence
Voting Rights
Activism
Systemic Oppression
Systemic Racism
Palestine
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Democratic Socialism
Capitalism
Slavery
White Supremacy

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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Today’s guest is Kim Hunt—better known on social media as @SlaytheGOP. She is a political science major who has studied journalism and amassed a social media following of over 650,000 active supporters. Her experience in the foster care system has gi... more

Today’s guest is Kim Hunt—better known on social media as @SlaytheGOP. She is a political science major who has studied journalism and amassed a social media following of over 650,000 active supporters. Her experience in the foster care system has gi... more

In the first half of the show, we share the latest coming from the White House beginning with the Doordash Grandma that grabbed headlines earlier this week. We then discuss Fox News’ obsession with running stories on trans people. We finish the first... more

For the second half of the show, we discuss Pew Research data showing an increase in unfavorable views of Israel and Netanyahu among younger voters in particular. We also discuss Kamala Harris teasing another White House run.

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Recent Guests

Sandra Kennedy
Running for SRP Board President; former Arizona state representative and senator
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Episode: Congressional Candidate Elizabeth Lee, and SRP Board Presidential and VP Candidates Sandra Kennedy and Casey Clowes Discuss the Importance of Local Elections (First Half)
Casey Clowes
Running for SRP Board Vice President and at-large; ASU and law graduate
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Episode: Congressional Candidate Elizabeth Lee, and SRP Board Presidential and VP Candidates Sandra Kennedy and Casey Clowes Discuss the Importance of Local Elections (First Half)
Raven Schwam-Curtis
Black and Jewish content creator, advocate and speaker; academic background in Feminist Gender and Sexuality Studies and Asian Studies
Independent content creator
Episode: Raven Schwam-Curtis Discusses the Political Intersection of Black and Jewish Americans Under Trump (First 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
Guest, also known as Jolly Good Ginger, anti-racism advocate
Self‑identified speaker on Civic Cipher
Episode: Jolly Good Ginger Discusses What White People Still Need to Learn About White Supremacy (Second Half)
Elizabeth Lee
A nurse and congressional candidate advocating for reproductive health and infertility awareness.
Nurse/Advocate
Episode: What is Needed in Congress? A Conversation with Congressional Candidate Elizabeth Lee
Dr. Kerry Sampson
Returning guest discussed National School Choice Week
Episode: Racism is Killing Us…Literally (Part 1)
Marc Morial
President and CEO of the National Urban League
National Urban League
Episode: A Conversation with Marc Morial—President of the National Urban League (Part 1)
Gigi Assi
Founder and CEO of Prodigy Pathways, a nonprofit focused on expanding access to elite sports development for underserved youth.
Prodigy Pathways
Episode: A Conversation with Gigi Assi (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.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    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.

    Apple Podcasts
    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
    5
    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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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

An Update on Palestine with Suzanne Yatim (Second Half)
Q: What can everyday listeners do beyond protest to support Palestine?
Move toward real community practice by reducing consumption, avoiding complicity with systems that enable oppression, and supporting locally grounded, value-aligned actions rather than relying solely on rapid online activism.
An Update on Palestine with Suzanne Yatim (Second Half)
Q: How do journalists on the ground navigate safety and truth-telling in conflict zones?
Journalists risk their lives to report the truth; their letters and death notices underscore the personal cost and the importance of listening to those on the ground.
An Update on Palestine with Suzanne Yatim (Second Half)
Q: What went through your mind when you saw the new measure in Israel?
I highlighted its discriminatory impact, suggested that if similar measures targeted Black people or women there would be a stronger public outcry, and emphasized the need to scrutinize the policy through a human rights lens.
Jolly Good Ginger Discusses What White People Still Need to Learn About White Supremacy (Second Half)
Q: Do you find that you on your journey fight against maybe white fragility more often than white supremacy?
The guest argues that dehumanization was a precondition for systemic violence and that confronting white fragility is essential to recognizing and dismantling white supremacy; the corrective path involves education, dialogue, and structural action.
Raven Schwam-Curtis Discusses the Political Intersection of Black and Jewish Americans Under Trump (Second Half)
Q: So your thoughts on Kanye's apology, and then we'll go from there.
The guest notes that apologizing is a recognition of harm, but given the ongoing harm and history, forgiveness is not guaranteed and the pattern of harm has broader, real-world consequences.

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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. Sandra Kennedy
2. Casey Clowes
3. Raven Schwam-Curtis
4. Russell Jolly Ellis (Jolly Good Ginger)
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6. Elizabeth Lee
7. Dr. Kerry Sampson
8. Marc Morial

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