Civic Cipher

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 half by sharing the Trump administration’s thoughts on the President in their own words. Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/civiccipher?utm_source=search See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/civiccipher?utm_source=search See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/civiccipher?utm_source=search See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/civiccipher?utm_source=search See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/civiccipher?utm_source=search See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Second 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. Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/civiccipher?utm_source=search See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(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! Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/civiccipher?utm_source=search See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(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! Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/civiccipher?utm_source=search See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(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 Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/civiccipher?utm_source=search See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(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 Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/civiccipher?utm_source=search See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/civiccipher?utm_source=search See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Second Half: In the second half of the show, we discuss how religion has begun to infiltrate the command structure of our military and the implications thereof. Finally, we discuss how the NFL is a socialist enterprise. Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/civiccipher?utm_source=search See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

First Half: In the first half of the episode, we discuss the impact of the Raegan administration on Black Americans and explain the harms that are still being felt today. Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/civiccipher?utm_source=search See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Second Half: In the second half of the show we explain how DEI positively and disproportionately impacted White women relative to other groups. Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/civiccipher?utm_source=search See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

First Half: In the first half of the episode, we discuss the implications for the MAGA voter base of Trump’s immigration policy and its effect on the job market. We also discuss how Trump and other conservatives hide racism behind their proximity to Black conservatives and how this phenomenon is mutually beneficial to them. Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/civiccipher?utm_source=search See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Second Half: The second half of the show sees us discussing a new trend of MAGA Christians referring to empathy as ‘sinful’ and ‘toxic’ as a way to provide cover for their extreme beliefs. We also discuss the shifting trends in Pew Research data of Black Americans over the last quarter-century and discuss the implications. Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/civiccipher?utm_source=search See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

First Half: In the first half of the episode, we comb through several statements typically made by folks who intend to distance themselves from racists but they end up sounding racist themselves. We examine the intention typically found behind these statements, but also how they can be perceived as problematic. Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/civiccipher?utm_source=search See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Second Half: The second half of the show is dedicated to The 8 White Identities by Barnor Hesse—a supposition by the professor that segments different White identities based on their level of racist/anti-racist behavior. We give our thoughts on this insightful chart and share examples of how we see these behaviors played out in real life. Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/civiccipher?utm_source=search See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In This Episode 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. First Half: We begin this segment by discussing Elizabeth Lee’s background as a national figure and advocate for IVF treatment for individuals struggling with conception. She makes her case as a congressional candidate and discusses what she plans to bring to Washington D.C. if elected. Second Half: The second half of the show is dedicated to uncovering some of the shortcomings of the current administration and discussions of how Elizabeth Lee plans to interject common sense, diversity of thought, and a scientific/fact-based approach to problem-solving if elected. Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/civiccipher?utm_source=search See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

First Half: We begin this segment by discussing the importance of Black women and the fact that they continually work to heal this country and save America from itself. We also discuss a new study that reveals the lifelong effects of enduring racism and how it leads to early deaths in the Black population. Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/civiccipher?utm_source=search See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.