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**Civic Cipher**

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. Furthermore, Civic Cipher seeks to inform non-POC allies who may not be privy to these types of discussions and optics. Finally, Civic Cipher seeks to provide long-form conversations in spaces where there is often a lack of significant resources, potent dialogue, or the necessary engagement for facilitating a healthy and productive civil discourse. FB/Instagram/Fanbase: @civiccipher

Latest Episodes:

Operation Wetback Feb 08, 2025

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Our Way Black History Fact examines Harry Truman and Dwight Eisenhower’s ‘Operation Wetback.’

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The Day Without Immigrants Protests with UN Speaker Ritzy P (Part 2) Feb 08, 2025

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Today’s guest, Ritzy Periwinkle is a UN Speaker, first-generation Mexican American Activist and host of WORD TO YOUR MAMA: the podcast that amplifies diverse voices and celebrates shared experiences. She is also the co-host of THE GET DOWN podcast which covers policy and industry trends in DeFi and Web3, and emerging tech affecting Black, Latin@, and Indigenous communities.

In the second half of the show, we discuss the Day Without Immigrants protests that have erupted around the country and how we can best show up in support of those most in need.

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NAACP’s Jevin Hodge on the Importance Community Organizing Feb 01, 2025

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Today’s guest, Jevin Hodge serves as the President a NAACP branch representing nearly 2 million people. He is currently leading one of the nation’s most historic and influential civil rights organizations in advancing equity, opportunity, and community empowerment. He previously served as a state Representative and a former congressional candidate.

In the first half of the show, we examine the role of civil rights organizations now that there is a new administration. We also discuss community organization and what it encompasses. Furthermore, we have a brief conversation on the best way to begin a career in local politics.

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The Long History of Black History Month Feb 01, 2025

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Our Way Black History Fact examines the very history of Black History Month, itself.

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Boycotting the Boycott of DEI (Part 2) Feb 01, 2025

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In the second half of the show, we discuss Al Sharpton’s request for all Americans to boycott companies that have abandoned their diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts. We discuss how these efforts initially came to be, and our capacity to effect change as individuals with spending power.

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Trump’s Immigration Policy Hits Home (Part 1) Jan 25, 2025

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In the first half of today’s episode, Q shares a story where he was notified by his children’s school that ICE agents have been empowered to perform sweeps of school campuses prompting him to immediately drive over to discuss a plan of action with the principal so that his children will be safe.

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Way Black History Fact - What Dr. King Would Have Wanted Jan 25, 2025

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Our Way Black History Fact comes from the daughter of MLK and some words of wisdom to help us reflect on what he stood for.

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Empathizing with the Wildfire Victims in California (Part 2) Jan 25, 2025

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In the second half of the show, we try and humanize the victims of the wildfires in southern California especially since the tragedy has been politicized prompting many to withhold their empathy and support.

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The Whitewashing of Martin Luther King by Conservatives (Part 1) Jan 18, 2025

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In the first half of today’s episode, we discuss the intentional whitewashing of the politics and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King by the Raegan administration to gain a broader appeal to middle America. We also discuss how Dr. King’s image is used and his words are cherry-picked by far-right conservatives to provide a veneer of decency where there often is deep-seated bigotry, fear, and division.

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Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. - A Letter From a Birmingham Jail Jan 18, 2025

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Our Way Black History Fact is Dr. King’s Letter from a Birmingham Jail.

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