A NEW SEASON OF MOTHERHOOD

A New Season of Motherhood

You’ve described this pregnancy as entering motherhood with “a little more ease, a lot less anxiety, and gratitude for the unexpected.” What has changed within you between becoming a mother the first time and preparing to welcome another baby?

I think the biggest difference is that I know myself a lot better now. The first time I became a mother, I was learning everything for the first time, but I was also experiencing a level of fear that I don’t think I fully understood at the time. I almost lost Chandler. I had to have surgery at 22 weeks to help save him, and then he spent four weeks in the NICU. So motherhood, for me, was introduced alongside fear, uncertainty, and the constant worry that something could go wrong. This pregnancy has been different because I’ve lived through some of those things and come out on the other side. I’ve learned that I can’t control every outcome, and that trying to anticipate everything doesn’t protect me from it. Now, I trust myself more. I trust my body more. I trust my instincts as a mother. And more than anything, I’m able to experience this pregnancy with a lot more gratitude and a lot less fear. I’m not taking any of it for granted. I know how quickly things can change, which is probably why this time around, I’m really trying to slow down and enjoy the miracle of simply being here, preparing to welcome another baby.

Beyond the Gavel: “Judge Randi” on Tubi

Your new Tubi series gives audiences an opportunity to experience you beyond the courtroom. What did creating Judge Randi reveal about you that viewers may not have seen before, and what do you hope they take away from watching?

Creating Judge Randi revealed a side of me that people don’t always get to see. A lot of people know me as Randi, the person who is outspoken, opinionated, and never afraid to say what I’m thinking. But Judge Randi has allowed people to see a different side of me: my ability to listen, to understand different perspectives, and to recognize that sometimes there isn’t a simple right or wrong answer. What I really hope people take away from watching is that conflict doesn’t always have to mean destruction. Sometimes people just need to be heard, held accountable, and given an opportunity to move forward. And I hope they see that you can be strong in your convictions while still leading with empathy. That’s something I try to carry into every part of my life, and Judge Randi gave me a really fun way to bring that to the screen.

Purpose Beyond Television

Your impact extends far beyond entertainment—from highlighting Black-owned businesses through your new series to creating a literacy app for young children. Why is it important for you to use your platform to create opportunities and pour back into the community?

I’ve always believed that having a platform comes with a responsibility. For me, it’s not enough to just entertain people. I want the things I create to have a purpose and to leave something behind. The literacy crisis happening in America is a huge part of why creating opportunities for young children is so important to me. Too many children are struggling to read at the level they should be, and I think we have to be intentional about giving kids the tools, resources, and confidence they need early on. That’s why creating a literacy app for children is something I’m especially passionate about. I also want to use my platform to highlight Black-owned businesses and create opportunities for other people. I know how powerful visibility and access can be, and I don’t take it lightly that I have a platform where people listen to what I have to say. At the end of the day, success means more to me when I can bring other people with me. Whether it’s through my businesses, my media work, or the community initiatives I’m building, I want my work to create something that lasts beyond me.

The Woman Behind the Platform

With hundreds of thousands of followers watching your journey online, you’ve allowed your audience to see different sides of Randi—the judge, wife, mother, entrepreneur, and woman. How intentional are you about what you share on social media, and what have you learned about the responsibility that comes with having such a powerful digital platform?

I’m very intentional about what I share because I understand that once you put something online, you don’t necessarily control how people interpret or use it. That’s why it’s always funny to me when someone tries to use something I’ve shared against me. It’s like, you only know my business because I told you my business. 😂 I’ve learned that being authentic doesn’t mean being completely unfiltered. There are parts of my life that I choose to keep private, and there are parts I’m comfortable sharing because I believe they can connect with, encourage, or even help someone else. Having a large platform has also taught me that people are watching more than just what you say. They’re watching how you respond, how you navigate life, how you handle success and failure, and how you treat people. So I take that responsibility seriously. At the same time, I refuse to let the responsibility of having a platform make me stop being myself. I think people connect with me because what they see is real. I just understand that I get to decide what parts of my real life I invite them into.

Building a Legacy

You’re entering a season where family, television, entrepreneurship, and community impact are all growing simultaneously. When you look beyond the titles and accomplishments, what do you want this chapter of your life to ultimately mean—and what legacy are you building for your children?

I think the biggest thing I’m teaching my children is to go after their dreams, even when other people don’t see the vision yet. I remember being a high school senior and having my guidance counselor tell me that I should probably stick to nursing because it took someone “very special” to make it in media. I remember thinking, Okay, watch me. 😂 I knew even then that I was going to be in this type of position. I just didn’t know exactly what the journey would look like. That experience has stayed with me because I never want my children to feel like someone else gets to decide what they’re capable of. I encourage them to try new things, explore different interests, and especially to do things that make them uncomfortable. Sometimes you have to be willing to be bad at something before you can become great at it. So when I think about legacy, it’s not just the businesses or television shows or things I’m building. I want my children to inherit the courage to believe in themselves. I want them to know that they don’t have to fit into someone else’s idea of success. They can create their own lane, take risks, and go after the life they envision for themselves.