Welcome to another episode of the Dre & Smiley podcast, where we bring you inspiring stories of people who have overcome adversity and achieved incredible success. And today, we have a very special guest, Judge Robin Kimbrough Hayes.Judge Hayes was raised in a trailer park in Lexington, Kentucky, where she and her mother were the only black people in the community. Despite the challenges she faced growing up, Judge Hayes was determined to succeed and realize the greater opportunities that lay ahead.In this episode, Judge Hayes shares her inspiring story of pursuing a bachelor's degree from Fisk University in 1992, a J.D. from Emory School of Law in 1995, and a master's degree from Vanderbilt Divinity School in 2000. She talks about her career experience as a chaplain and licensed attorney, and how these experiences ultimately led her to become a judge.But more than just Judge Hayes' personal story, this episode is about the importance of representation in the legal profession and the judiciary. Judge Hayes shares her insights on the challenges faced by underrepresented groups in the legal profession and how we can work towards creating a more diverse and inclusive legal system.We also hear about some of the amazing work that Judge Hayes is doing in her role as a judge, including her efforts to promote restorative justice and rehabilitative programs for offenders.So, whether you're interested in the legal profession, social justice, or simply inspired by stories of resilience and determination, this episode is for you. Join us as we learn from Judge Robin Kimbrough Hayes about her incredible journey and the importance of representation in the legal system.Judge Hayes' books can be purchased belowExercise Your Faith: A 21-Day Journey to Physical and Spiritual FitnessBe Encouraged: 100 Messages of Hope and Healing

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