Civic Cipher

Latest Episodes:

Data Shows Increase in Negative Views of Israel / Kamala Harris Teases New White House Run (Second Half) Apr 18, 2026

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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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An Update on Palestine with Suzanne Yatim (First Half) Apr 11, 2026

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Suzanne Yatim is a human rights major former Miss Arab USA, actress, filmmaker, author, and activist. As an activist and Palestinian American, she spent time in Palestine working with a peace keeping team and has a deep and personal understanding of the occupation. She can be found online @theactorvist.

Suzanne discusses the passing of Israeli legislation that exclusively subjects Palestinians to the death penalty. Later she discusses the religious basis (or lack thereof) for much of the fighting in Palestine and Iran. She also discusses politicians distancing themselves from AIPAC.

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An Update on Palestine with Suzanne Yatim (Second Half) Apr 11, 2026

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Congressional Candidate Elizabeth Lee, and SRP Board Presidential and VP Candidates Sandra Kennedy and Casey Clowes Discuss the Importance of Local Elections (First Half) Mar 28, 2026

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First Half:

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 patients navigate complex medical, financial, and ethical barriers—while also advising lawmakers on federal IVF and reproductive health protections.

Running for SRP Board President: Commissioner Sandra Kennedy began her public service career when she was elected to the Arizona House of Representatives in November 1986, where she served for six years. In 1992, Sandra successfully ran for a seat in the Arizona State Senate, serving three terms. Sha has sponsored legislation that was signed into law concerning Domestic Violence Shelters, Foster Care Placement, the Prenatal Care Education Fund, and City Powers related to Fair Housing. Sandra was also elected to the Arizona Corporation Commission in 2008 on a platform of promoting solar energy and serving as a strong consumer advocate. She was re-elected to the Arizona Corporation Commission in 2018 with a focus on restoring integrity and transparency, reducing unjustified utility rate hikes, and increasing solar and renewable energy in Arizona, especially rooftop solar.

Running for SRP Board Vice President: SPR Board At-Large Member Casey Clowes currently serves on the Salt River Project District Board in At-Large seat 11 and is running to support healthy, sustainable communities across the Valley. As VP, she will advocate for a fair transition to a renewable energy economy and ensure AI data centers pay their fair share. She is a graduate of ASU, where she earned a BS in Public Service and Public Policy and a JD from Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law. While working at the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), Casey represented the public interest by ensuring reliable, safe, secure, and cost-effective energy for consumers.

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Congressional Candidate Elizabeth Lee, and SRP Board Presidential and VP Candidates Sandra Kennedy and Casey Clowes Discuss the Importance of Local Elections (Second Half) Mar 28, 2026

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Second Half

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Raven Schwam-Curtis Discusses the Political Intersection of Black and Jewish Americans Under Trump (First Half) Mar 21, 2026

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(First Half) Raven Schwam-Curtis is a Black and Jewish content creator, advocate, and speaker. An academic turned content creator, Raven is an alumna of Cornell University and Northwestern University, and her work uniquely blends personal storytelling with social justice advocacy. She elevates important conversations around intersectionality, political activism, and systemic change. Her contributions have been featured in major outlets like Glamour Magazine, The Washington Post, USA Today, POLITICO, and Buzzfeed. And She is our guest today!

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Raven Schwam-Curtis Discusses the Political Intersection of Black and Jewish Americans Under Trump (Second Half) Mar 21, 2026

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(Second Half) Raven Schwam-Curtis is a Black and Jewish content creator, advocate, and speaker. An academic turned content creator, Raven is an alumna of Cornell University and Northwestern University, and her work uniquely blends personal storytelling with social justice advocacy. She elevates important conversations around intersectionality, political activism, and systemic change. Her contributions have been featured in major outlets like Glamour Magazine, The Washington Post, USA Today, POLITICO, and Buzzfeed. And She is our guest today!

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Jolly Good Ginger Discusses What White People Still Need to Learn About White Supremacy (First Half) Mar 14, 2026

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(First Half) Russell "Jolly" Ellis, known as Jolly Good Ginger, is a North Carolina-born social media activist and former contestant on *Survive the Raft*. With millions of followers across social media, he focuses on deconstructing his upbringing in a racist, white supremacist household to educate others, advocating for racial justice and accountability across American systems.

He’s not a standard political creator.

He’s a loud, profane, unapologetic, anti-racist white Southern man who uses humor, anger, and authenticity to call out white supremacy and MAGA extremism from inside the culture that created it.

He’s rare. He’s needed…and He is our guest today

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Jolly Good Ginger Discusses What White People Still Need to Learn About White Supremacy (Second Half) Mar 14, 2026

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(Second Half) Russell "Jolly" Ellis, known as Jolly Good Ginger, is a North Carolina-born social media activist and former contestant on *Survive the Raft*. With millions of followers across social media, he focuses on deconstructing his upbringing in a racist, white supremacist household to educate others, advocating for racial justice and accountability across American systems.

He’s not a standard political creator.

He’s a loud, profane, unapologetic, anti-racist white Southern man who uses humor, anger, and authenticity to call out white supremacy and MAGA extremism from inside the culture that created it.

He’s rare. He’s needed…and He is our guest today

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Non-Citizen Voting Cases Used to Justify Changes to Elections / Viral Video of Police Profiling (First Half) Mar 07, 2026

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First Half:

In the first half of the episode, we discuss the purported justification for sweeping changes to U.S. elections using data from right-wing think-tanks. We also discuss a viral video of a Black woman being profiled by police as a crack dealer when she was handing a cup of coffee to her child.

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