Civic Cipher
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…
Nicole Mikhael Discusses Reconstruction After Cancer (Part 1 of 2)
The first part of our show features Nicole Mikhael—the founder of Reconstruction After Cancer (RAC). RAC funds cancer survivors reconstructive care when insurance doesn’t cover the cost because feeling confident matters too. RAC was created by Nicole Mikhael after her own breast cancer and reconstr…
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John Hope Bryant on the Future of Black Wealth (Part 2 of 2)
The second part of our show features John Hope Bryant discussing the future of Black wealth taken straight from our conversation at the 2026 Congressional Black Caucus. While speaking to Arizona State University Students in a lecture hall in Washington, D.C., John discusses what Black youth can do …
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A Trip to Palestine PART 3 of 4
Ramses returns to the show from his trip to Palestine and is interviewed by Q Ward. He discusses Palestinian activism, solidarity across different groups of marginalized peoples, and the daily struggle of Palestinians.
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A Trip to Palestine PART 4 of 4
Ramses returns to the show from his trip to Palestine and is interviewed by Q Ward. He discusses Palestinian activism, solidarity across different groups of marginalized peoples, and the daily struggle of Palestinians.
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A Trip to Palestine PART 1 of 4
Ramses returns to the show from his trip to Palestine and is interviewed by Q Ward. He discusses Palestinian activism, solidarity across different groups of marginalized peoples, and the daily struggle of Palestinians.
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A Trip to Palestine PART 2 of 4
Ramses returns to the show from his trip to Palestine and is interviewed by Q Ward. He discusses Palestinian activism, solidarity across different groups of marginalized peoples, and the daily struggle of Palestinians.
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Professor Brian Rathbun on U.S. – Canada Relations Under Trump’s Second Administration (First Half)
It took several years of insults and economic attacks, but Canadians are finally starting to dislike the USA. A survey released Saturday by polling firm Leger finds that a plurality of Canadians now view the US as an “enemy” nation thanks to President Donald Trump’s repeated attacks on their econom…
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Professor Brian Rathbun on U.S. – Canada Relations Under Trump’s Second Administration (Second Half)
It took several years of insults and economic attacks, but Canadians are finally starting to dislike the USA. A survey released Saturday by polling firm Leger finds that a plurality of Canadians now view the US as an “enemy” nation thanks to President Donald Trump’s repeated attacks on their econom…
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Dr. Corinice Wilson on the Importance of Local Politics (First Half)
In the first half of the show, we are visited by Dr. Corinice Wilson. Dr. Corinice Wilson is an educator, advocate, and proven leader committed to building a stronger, safer, and more prosperous city in Tulsa, OK. She appears today to discuss the importance of community leadership, local politics, …
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Senator Mark Kelly on the Educators for America Act and the Building Community in America Act (Second Half)
The second half of the show we talk with Senator Mark Kelly. Senator Mark Kelly is an American politician and a retired astronaut and naval officer. He is the senior United States senator from Arizona, a seat he has held since 2020. He is a member of the Democratic Party
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