Civic Cipher

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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 eng

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The podcast currently has 559 episodes available.

Civic Cipher episodes:

July 02, 2022 Civic Cipher 070222 The Life and Death of Roe v. Wade with Dr. Camilla Westenberg (Part 1)
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In the first half of today's episode, Dr. Camilla Westenberg joins us to discuss Roe v. Wade from the beginnings of its protections to the recent end. We deal with disparities and statistics on how this decision disproportionately affects Black and Brown people in this country and offer some insight into movements that could help reestablish the freedoms that women should be enjoying in this country.
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Follow us: @CivicCipher @iamqward @ramsesja

Consideration for today's show was provided by:
Major Threads menswear www.MajorThreads.com
Hip Hop Weekly Magazine www.hiphopweekly.com
The Black Information Network Daily Podcast www.binnews.com
Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/civiccipher?utm_source=search
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25min
July 02, 2022 Civic Cipher 070222 Interacting with Listeners who Disagree with Us (Part 2)
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In the second half of the show today, we respond to a letter from a listener. Philip sent us a note detailing some disagreements with respect to the intention and the tone of the program and we felt it was necessary to address his concerns which may possibly be shared with other folks. Per usual, we attempt to be as kind and deliberate as possible while still accounting for our own Black, distinct reality.
Support the Show.
www.civiccipher.com
Follow us: @CivicCipher @iamqward @ramsesja

Consideration for today's show was provided by:
Major Threads menswear www.MajorThreads.com
Hip Hop Weekly Magazine www.hiphopweekly.com
The Black Information Network Daily Podcast www.binnews.com
Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/civiccipher?utm_source=search
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35min
June 25, 2022 Civic Cipher 062522 How to Celebrate Juneteenth with Black People (Part A)
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In the first half of today's episode, we discuss the appropriate way to approach and celebrate Juneteenth...especially for non-Black people. We discuss the increased attention and celebrations of the newly founded federal holiday (as well as some examples of things that feel offensive).
Support the Show.
www.civiccipher.com
Follow us: @CivicCipher @iamqward @ramsesja

Consideration for today's show was provided by:
Major Threads menswear www.MajorThreads.com
Hip Hop Weekly Magazine www.hiphopweekly.com
The Black Information Network Daily Podcast www.binnews.com
Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/civiccipher?utm_source=search
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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25min
June 25, 2022 Civic Cipher 062522 The Commercialization of Juneteenth (Part B)
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In the second half of today's show, we discuss the commercialization of the Juneteenth holiday and explain the difference between authentic celebrations and performative demonstrations. Our Way Black History Fact details the origins of the holiday!
Support the Show.
www.civiccipher.com
Follow us: @CivicCipher @iamqward @ramsesja

Consideration for today's show was provided by:
Major Threads menswear www.MajorThreads.com
Hip Hop Weekly Magazine www.hiphopweekly.com
The Black Information Network Daily Podcast www.binnews.com
Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/civiccipher?utm_source=search
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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35min
June 18, 2022 Civic Cipher 061822 The January 6th Insurrection Through a Racial Lens (Part 1)
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In the first half of today's episode, we ponder how the insurrection on January 6, 2021 would be different if there were Black protesters or a Black president...and how things would have played out differently in terms of culpability of the former president. We make it a point to explain how the country has changed as a result of this and what the impact on marginalized communities has been.
Support the Show.
www.civiccipher.com
Follow us: @CivicCipher @iamqward @ramsesja

Consideration for today's show was provided by:
Major Threads menswear www.MajorThreads.com
Hip Hop Weekly Magazine www.hiphopweekly.com
The Black Information Network Daily Podcast www.binnews.com
Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/civiccipher?utm_source=search
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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25min
June 18, 2022 Civic Cipher 061822 A Case for Reparations (Part 2)
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In the second half of today's show, we finally broached the topic of reparations. We outline some of the less obvious 'whys' in terms of how it makes sense. We also take the time to perform another thought experiment that helps you to understand how simply acknowledging that the harm of slavery can be beneficial.
Support the Show.
www.civiccipher.com
Follow us: @CivicCipher @iamqward @ramsesja

Consideration for today's show was provided by:
Major Threads menswear www.MajorThreads.com
Hip Hop Weekly Magazine www.hiphopweekly.com
The Black Information Network Daily Podcast www.binnews.com
Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/civiccipher?utm_source=search
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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35min
June 11, 2022 Civic Cipher 061122 Another Deadly Week/Weekend in America (Part 1)
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In the first half of today's episode, we discussed the several mass shooting incidents that took place over the past week and weekend. We use the time to establish the extent of gun violence in this country and to breathe life into some stories that didn't reach the same extent as the Uvalde and Buffalo shootings.
Support the Show.
www.civiccipher.com
Follow us: @CivicCipher @iamqward @ramsesja

Consideration for today's show was provided by:
Major Threads menswear www.MajorThreads.com
Hip Hop Weekly Magazine www.hiphopweekly.com
The Black Information Network Daily Podcast www.binnews.com
Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/civiccipher?utm_source=search
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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26min
June 11, 2022 Civic Cipher 061122 The Real Issue is Guns and Gun Control (Part 2)
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In the second half of today's show, we begin to address the real issue of the day which is guns. We talk about how the narrative is constantly being shifted away from the real solutions and that there are many distractions that pull folks away from key focal points of the topic of gun control.
Support the Show.
www.civiccipher.com
Follow us: @CivicCipher @iamqward @ramsesja

Consideration for today's show was provided by:
Major Threads menswear www.MajorThreads.com
Hip Hop Weekly Magazine www.hiphopweekly.com
The Black Information Network Daily Podcast www.binnews.com
Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/civiccipher?utm_source=search
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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34min
June 04, 2022 Civic Cipher 060422 Did Police Really Just Stand There While Children Were Shot? (Part 1)
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In the first half of today's episode, we discussed the articles that have since come out about the shooting in Uvalde Texas. We discussed how the police stood outside of the school while the children were being murdered. We use this as an opportunity to reexamine the myths surrounding policing in society and to rethink their role.
Support the Show.
www.civiccipher.com
Follow us: @CivicCipher @iamqward @ramsesja

Consideration for today's show was provided by:
Major Threads menswear www.MajorThreads.com
Hip Hop Weekly Magazine www.hiphopweekly.com
The Black Information Network Daily Podcast www.binnews.com
Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/civiccipher?utm_source=search
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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26min
June 04, 2022 Civic Cipher 060422 Do Police Actually Help Prevent Crime? (Part 2)
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In the second half of today's show, we discuss a story where Q's son was almost kidnapped. He immediately called the police and got the full experience of exactly what could be done about his child's near-kidnapping. This prompted us to rethink the role of police in society and to ask whether or not they actually prevent crime and keep us safe.
Support the Show.
www.civiccipher.com
Follow us: @CivicCipher @iamqward @ramsesja

Consideration for today's show was provided by:
Major Threads menswear www.MajorThreads.com
Hip Hop Weekly Magazine www.hiphopweekly.com
The Black Information Network Daily Podcast www.binnews.com
Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/civiccipher?utm_source=search
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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FAQs about Civic Cipher:

How many episodes does Civic Cipher have?

The podcast currently has 559 episodes available.

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