Episode 22: Presiding Over Your Life

On this episode I sat down with Judge Shelyna Brownto talk about how she became a judge and a ton of other important topics

 

Outline for interview

 

Intro

-Welcome to the podcast

Intro Judge Brown - a little about yourself

- how we know each other

 

Main interview

• A little about yourself 
• How you became a judge 
• Tips for others
  • Dream bigger – listen to God’s calling for you
  • Just because you don’t see it doesn’t mean you can’t be it – Don’t limit yourself by what is around you.
  • Don’t be afraid to be different!
  • Do what you have to do now so you can do what you want to do later
  • Get ready for the things you want to do – learn what you will need

 

Hot topics 

• Thoughts on cases in recent history involving police shootings (especially of unarmed black persons)?; Does it hit a bit different being a part of the justice system and a black woman?
• What do you see as the role of judges and the justice system in tackling injustices like this
• What is role for judges to tackle unconscious bias (Shelyna's work in this area)

 

 

Other Topics

Sheylna’s forthcoming book – Preside

• The idea of stewarding/presiding over your own life
  • Matthew 25:14-30 (NIV Version)

How people can reach you & stay tuned to keep and eye out for the book 

https://www.shelynabrown.com/

Shelyna on LinkedIn