In this powerful episode of *Black Arm of the Law*, host Dr. RaShall Brackney sits down with retired Detective and author Brenda Tate to explore her incredible journey through law enforcement, addiction, recovery, and resilience. Brenda, author of *Journal of a Black Woman in Blue*, opens up about her early leadership experiences, the barriers she broke as a Black woman in a male-dominated profession, and the childhood trauma that shaped her path.

Together, they discuss the ‘mercy moments’ that influenced Brenda’s healing, the impact of mentorship, and the importance of empowering the next generation—especially women of color—to serve their communities with strength and purpose. This episode is a moving testament to courage, vulnerability, and the power of telling one’s truth.