IMO with Michelle Obama and Craig Robinson
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Michelle Obama and her big brother Craig Robinson bring their unique experiences and candid perspectives to a range of listeners’ personal dilemmas, from the everyday to the existential. Each week, they’re joined by special guests to tackle audience questions with practical advice, relatable anecdotes, and plenty of laughs. From dating and relationships to parenting and financial planning, IMO sees the iconic First Lady at her most relaxed and honest. This podcast will leave you laughing, reflecting, and feeling more prepared to tackle life’s challenges. Join the fun and submit your questions at imopod.com!
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Trust Your Creativity with Mahershala Ali
Academy Award-winning actor Mahershala Ali joins the show to discuss his upbringing in the Bay Area, his conversion to Islam, and how becoming a father has shaped his perspective on life. Plus, he talks about …
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Academy Award-winning actor Mahershala Ali joins the show to discuss his upbringing in the Bay Area, his conversion to Islam, and how becoming a father has shaped his perspective on life. Plus, he talks about his new film Your Mother Your Mother Your Mother, which is out now.
In this episode: Dr. Kathleen Jordan, Chief Medical Officer, of Midi Health.
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Acknowledge the Challenge with Kylie Kelce
This week, Not Gonna Lie podcast host, field hockey coach, and mom of four Kylie Kelce joins Michelle and Craig on IMO! They touch on Kylie’s Philadelphia roots, her certified tall girl status, and the example …
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This week, Not Gonna Lie podcast host, field hockey coach, and mom of four Kylie Kelce joins Michelle and Craig on IMO! They touch on Kylie’s Philadelphia roots, her certified tall girl status, and the example she aims to set for her children and the athletes she coaches. Plus, Kylie spills how she met her husband.
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Stay Curious with Debbie Allen and Phylicia Rashad
This week, multi-hyphenate sisters Debbie Allen and Phylicia Rashad join the show to discuss growing up in a supportive Houston household, the legacy of education in their family, and the HBCU experience at …
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This week, multi-hyphenate sisters Debbie Allen and Phylicia Rashad join the show to discuss growing up in a supportive Houston household, the legacy of education in their family, and the HBCU experience at Howard University. Plus, they talk about Netflix’s reboot of A Different World, and how they developed careers in acting, dancing, producing and directing as two of the most iconic women in show business.
In this episode: Dr. Kathleen Jordan, Chief Medical Officer, of Midi Health.
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Living Unapologetically with Sharon Stone
Sharon Stone joins Michelle and Craig for an honest, and wide-ranging conversation. The three sit down to talk about Sharon’s childhood, her climb into Hollywood, the power of aging publicly, and the freedom …
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Sharon Stone joins Michelle and Craig for an honest, and wide-ranging conversation. The three sit down to talk about Sharon’s childhood, her climb into Hollywood, the power of aging publicly, and the freedom that comes from genuinely not caring what anyone thinks anymore.
In this episode: Dr. Kathleen Jordan, Chief Medical Officer, of Midi Health.
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Pursue What You Love Before You Pursue Love with Jay Shetty [From the Archives]
Today we're revisiting one of IMO's most memorable episodes. World-renowned life coach, podcaster, and former Hindu monk Jay Shetty joins Michelle and Craig to dive into a listener's question about professional …
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Today we're revisiting one of IMO's most memorable episodes. World-renowned life coach, podcaster, and former Hindu monk Jay Shetty joins Michelle and Craig to dive into a listener's question about professional ambition and dating. The trio discuss money in relationships, finding balance between work and romance, and Michelle shares her advice for choosing a life partner. Is the pursuit of perfection — in work or dating — worth it?
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Stories of Motherhood and Home (from “Stories From a Stranger with Hunter Prosper”)
This week, we’re taking a break and sharing something special, from Stories From a Stranger, part of our podcast network at Higher Ground.Stories From a Stranger, hosted by Hunter Prosper, features intimate …
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This week, we’re taking a break and sharing something special, from Stories From a Stranger, part of our podcast network at Higher Ground.
Stories From a Stranger, hosted by Hunter Prosper, features intimate, longform conversations connected by love, loss, regret, family connections and more. It’s a show that inspires empathy and connection, proving that every stranger has a story. In this episode, Hunter interviews four powerful women about their relationships with their mothers and their experiences as mothers themselves; including our very own Michelle Obama.
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Embracing a New Era with H.E.R.
Grammy-award H.E.R. joins the show to talk about her new DreamWorks animation film, Forgotten Island, celebrating Filipino culture and what it means to see those stories represented on screen. She reflects on …
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Grammy-award H.E.R. joins the show to talk about her new DreamWorks animation film, Forgotten Island, celebrating Filipino culture and what it means to see those stories represented on screen. She reflects on growing up Filipino-American, getting discovered at a young age, and navigating the music industry while learning the business as a young woman.
In this episode: Dr. Kathleen Jordan, Chief Medical Officer, of Midi Health.
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Harness the Hustle with 2 Chainz
This week, Grammy Award-winning rapper, songwriter, actor and entrepreneur 2 Chainz joins the show to discuss growing up as an only child in College Park, playing basketball, and the business of trapping. Plus …
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This week, Grammy Award-winning rapper, songwriter, actor and entrepreneur 2 Chainz joins the show to discuss growing up as an only child in College Park, playing basketball, and the business of trapping. Plus, 2 Chainz goes deep on what it meant to reconnect with his father late in life.
In this episode: Dr. Kathleen Jordan, Chief Medical Officer, of Midi Health
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The Michelle Obama Interview (from “Talk Easy with Sam Fragoso”)
This week, we're taking a break and sharing something special, from Talk Easy, part of our podcast network at Higher Ground.On Talk Easy, host Sam Fragoso shares deeply researched conversations with actors …
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This week, we're taking a break and sharing something special, from Talk Easy, part of our podcast network at Higher Ground.
On Talk Easy, host Sam Fragoso shares deeply researched conversations with actors, politicians, activists and so many others, getting guests to open up in ways they haven't before. In this episode, Sam talks with Mrs. Obama. They get into her pivot to podcasting, her version of doomscrolling, and why these times are janky. She describes the complicated dynamics of life inside (and outside) the White House, the enduring influence of her late mother, the beloved Marian Robinson, and how her hard-fought belief in the American people has never faltered.
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You Need to Learn to Say No (Even to an Inauguration) with Taraji P. Henson [From the Archives]
Today we're revisiting one of IMO's most beloved episodes. Actress, businesswoman, and mental health advocate Taraji P. Henson joins to talk about setting boundaries, why Michelle didn't attend the …
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Today we're revisiting one of IMO's most beloved episodes. Actress, businesswoman, and mental health advocate Taraji P. Henson joins to talk about setting boundaries, why Michelle didn't attend the inauguration, post-White House therapy, and the glories of the Real Housewives franchise. Plus Craig gets a birthday surprise!
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Write Down the Stupid Thoughts with Jon Stewart
On this episode of IMO, comedian, writer & producer Jon Stewart opens up about being a child of divorce, his brutal early days on the New York stand up scene, and how he discovered his comedic voice. He also …
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On this episode of IMO, comedian, writer & producer Jon Stewart opens up about being a child of divorce, his brutal early days on the New York stand up scene, and how he discovered his comedic voice. He also reflects on the challenge of balancing work and family life during The Daily Show’s rise, and the responsibilities of comedians in an intense political climate.
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In this episode: Dr. Kathleen Jordan, Chief Medical Officer, of Midi Health
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Some Friendships Need to Go with Issa Rae [From the Archives]
This week we are throwing it back with a re-release of one of IMO's very first episodes! Issa Rae is an acclaimed actor, producer, writer, and restaurateur—but she’s also a student of modern adult friendships …
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This week we are throwing it back with a re-release of one of IMO's very first episodes! Issa Rae is an acclaimed actor, producer, writer, and restaurateur—but she’s also a student of modern adult friendships. She joins Michelle and Craig to answer a question from a listener who is struggling with the unexpected end of a long-term friendship. Issa asks why male friendships are so weird and shares lessons from a friendship falling out. Michelle offers lessons on how to maintain connections throughout life, and Craig takes a stand for the fellas – who, Issa and Michelle claim, have no idea how to use emojis to express actual emotion.
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Forgiving Yourself with Mary J. Blige
Queen of hip-hop soul, Mary J. Blige, joins IMO for an honest conversation about healing, self-worth, and the journey behind her music. She reflects on navigating the music industry at a young age, learning to …
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Queen of hip-hop soul, Mary J. Blige, joins IMO for an honest conversation about healing, self-worth, and the journey behind her music. She reflects on navigating the music industry at a young age, learning to forgive herself, and how music became her therapy through difficult moments.
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Embrace Your Inner Hottie with Megan Thee Stallion
This week, three-time Grammy Award-winning recording artist, philanthropist and entrepreneur Megan Thee Stallion joins the show! Fresh off a plane from Fiji, Megan shares more about the behind-the-scenes of her …
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This week, three-time Grammy Award-winning recording artist, philanthropist and entrepreneur Megan Thee Stallion joins the show! Fresh off a plane from Fiji, Megan shares more about the behind-the-scenes of her appearance on Love Island, her new music, and goes deep with Michelle and Craig on her Houston childhood and the people that formed her. Plus, she shares her surprising theory on aliens.
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Celebrate Your Girlfriends with Rita Wilson
Actress, singer, producer and all-around great friend Rita Wilson stops by the show! Rita’s here to talk about her record “Sound of a Woman,” and how she channels her personal experiences into her artistry …
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Actress, singer, producer and all-around great friend Rita Wilson stops by the show! Rita’s here to talk about her record “Sound of a Woman,” and how she channels her personal experiences into her artistry. Plus, Rita shares more about her early days on The Brady Bunch, how she continues to evolve, and Michelle gives the story of how they became close friends.
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Move Through the Hard Times with Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson
Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson joins Michelle and Craig to talk through her life before taking the bench. She opens up about past relationship struggles, gaining confidence in her work and …
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Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson joins Michelle and Craig to talk through her life before taking the bench. She opens up about past relationship struggles, gaining confidence in her work and balancing her career with early motherhood. Plus, she shares the romantic comedy-worthy story of how she met her husband.
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IMO Live: Swerving Through Life with Michelle and Craig
Live from South by Southwest in London, Michelle and Craig flip the script and interview each other! In a vulnerable and revealing conversation, they discuss their journeys through Chicago's South Side, law …
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Live from South by Southwest in London, Michelle and Craig flip the script and interview each other! In a vulnerable and revealing conversation, they discuss their journeys through Chicago's South Side, law school, the Oval Office and share what they’ve learned about one another while working together. Plus, a lightning round of questions on beloved British traditions!
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Patent Leather Boots and Purpose with Keke Palmer
The Look takes the Superdome! Emmy-award winning actress, host, singer, and author Keke Palmer sits down with Michelle at Essence Festival in New Orleans. The two get into everything from Michelle’s early style …
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The Look takes the Superdome! Emmy-award winning actress, host, singer, and author Keke Palmer sits down with Michelle at Essence Festival in New Orleans. The two get into everything from Michelle’s early style icons (hey Pam Grier and Teresa Graves!), to Michelle’s first kiss with her husband, and negotiating outfits with Malia and Sasha during the White House years. Keke and Michelle also discuss the impact of fame in parenthood, how the idea of purpose has changed from generation to generation, and staying in the moment when it matters most.
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Enter the Escape Room with Wanda Sykes
Stand-up comedian, actress and writer Wanda Sykes joins IMO to discuss her hilarious encounter with Michelle at the 2009 White House Correspondents dinner. She also shares stories about her time spent at the …
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Stand-up comedian, actress and writer Wanda Sykes joins IMO to discuss her hilarious encounter with Michelle at the 2009 White House Correspondents dinner. She also shares stories about her time spent at the National Security Agency, the peculiarities of aging, and more about her new special Legacy.
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Be Free, Be Yourself, and Be Crazy with Will Ferrell
Actor, comedian, writer and producer Will Ferrell joins the show for a laugh-out-loud conversation about his upbringing, comedy career, fatherhood, and more. Ferrell opens up about what he was like in high …
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Actor, comedian, writer and producer Will Ferrell joins the show for a laugh-out-loud conversation about his upbringing, comedy career, fatherhood, and more. Ferrell opens up about what he was like in high school, the sketches that landed him a spot on Saturday Night Live, and how he and his wife first met. Plus, we hear all about Ferrell’s upcoming Netflix series, The Hawk, which is out July 16th.
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IMO Live: Give Your Parents Grace with Quinta Brunson
Emmy-award winning actress, producer and writer Quinta Brunson joins Michelle and Craig for a conversation during the opening of the Obama Presidential Center. Quinta talks about her early days in comedy, how …
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Emmy-award winning actress, producer and writer Quinta Brunson joins Michelle and Craig for a conversation during the opening of the Obama Presidential Center. Quinta talks about her early days in comedy, how she broached the topic of her career with her parents, and reveals the one surprising situation that gives her imposter syndrome.
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Be a Dumb Genius with Kevin Hart
Comedian and actor Kevin Hart talks about why he put down the basketball shoes and picked up the mic to pursue a long running career in comedy and entertainment. He opens up about his fatherhood journey and the …
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Comedian and actor Kevin Hart talks about why he put down the basketball shoes and picked up the mic to pursue a long running career in comedy and entertainment. He opens up about his fatherhood journey and the crucial lessons he learned from his mother and a fateful run in with his own father.
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Get a Hobby, Be Happy with Jessica Williams
On this episode of IMO, actress, host, and podcast veteran Jessica Williams joins the show! She discusses what it was like to have Jon Stewart as a mentor during her early tenure at The Daily Show, how she has …
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On this episode of IMO, actress, host, and podcast veteran Jessica Williams joins the show! She discusses what it was like to have Jon Stewart as a mentor during her early tenure at The Daily Show, how she has had to approach her acting career as a tall Black woman in Hollywood, and the surprising crafting projects she’s picked up in her down time. Plus, Jessica shares her favorite stories from behind the scenes of Shrinking.
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Simplify Your Life with Anderson .Paak
Grammy Award-winning artist Anderson .Paak joins the show today! He talks to Michelle and Craig through his music career, including his early days as “Breezy Lovejoy,” the devastating moment he thought his …
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Grammy Award-winning artist Anderson .Paak joins the show today! He talks to Michelle and Craig through his music career, including his early days as “Breezy Lovejoy,” the devastating moment he thought his career was over before it started, and his big break with Dr. Dre.
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Reach for Greatness with Steven Spielberg
This week, Michelle and Craig are joined by one of the most influential filmmakers in the history of cinema, Steven Spielberg! On only his third-ever podcast appearance, the legendary filmmaker opens up about …
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This week, Michelle and Craig are joined by one of the most influential filmmakers in the history of cinema, Steven Spielberg! On only his third-ever podcast appearance, the legendary filmmaker opens up about his childhood, his craft, and his new movie Disclosure Day. Plus, he shares which actor almost played the iconic role of Indiana Jones, and how the moviegoing experience can build community.
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Try Not to Laugh with Ayo Edebiri and Don Cheadle
Today’s episode of IMO features two very talented (and funny) costars: Ayo Edebiri and Don Cheadle! The two star in the Broadway revival of Proof, co-produced by Higher Ground. They discuss what it’s like …
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Today’s episode of IMO features two very talented (and funny) costars: Ayo Edebiri and Don Cheadle! The two star in the Broadway revival of Proof, co-produced by Higher Ground. They discuss what it’s like starring on Broadway for the first time, their childhood experiences on the stage, and the friendship they’ve developed through the show. Plus, a surprise appearance from a bug sends the whole group reeling…
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It’s Okay to Apologize to Your Kids with Serena Williams
In this special live IMO episode, tennis legend Serena Williams joins Michelle to talk about all things motherhood. They swap stories about their fertility journeys, experience raising daughters, and the …
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In this special live IMO episode, tennis legend Serena Williams joins Michelle to talk about all things motherhood. They swap stories about their fertility journeys, experience raising daughters, and the lessons they learned from their own moms. Plus, Serena shares what it was like to win a grand slam while pregnant!
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Hoard Memories with Loved Ones with Dave Chappelle
Legendary comedian Dave Chappelle joins Michelle and Craig from WYSO, the public radio station in Dave's hometown, Yellow Springs, Ohio. Dave dishes about growing up with a double life -- one in a small town …
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Legendary comedian Dave Chappelle joins Michelle and Craig from WYSO, the public radio station in Dave's hometown, Yellow Springs, Ohio. Dave dishes about growing up with a double life -- one in a small town and one in a city -- what he's learned about himself as a dad, how crucial it is to live in community, and how his mom taught him to not fear being great.
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Come Back for Greatness with Allyson and Wes Felix
On this week’s episode of IMO, Allyson and Wes Felix join Michelle and Craig to share some very exciting news! They also share more about how their sibling dynamic has set them up to work together in their …
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On this week’s episode of IMO, Allyson and Wes Felix join Michelle and Craig to share some very exciting news! They also share more about how their sibling dynamic has set them up to work together in their careers, how Allyson’s approach to the Olympics has changed over the years, and what brings them joy in their lives today.
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Turn off Your Socials with Angel Reese
Two-time WNBA All-Star and fellow podcaster Angel Reese joins Michelle and Craig to dish about their favorite reality TV shows and what it's like to exist in the world as a tall person. Angel opens up about the …
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Two-time WNBA All-Star and fellow podcaster Angel Reese joins Michelle and Craig to dish about their favorite reality TV shows and what it's like to exist in the world as a tall person. Angel opens up about the importance of protecting her peace, what she misses about her life before fame, and why she approaches her career with the same strategy she uses on the court.
NOTE: This episode was taped prior to Angel's trade to Atlanta.
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