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CNBC
09-07-2025
- General
- CNBC
Michelle Obama: I learned this great parenting tip from my mom and dad—they did a 'beautiful job' modeling it
Michelle Obama learned a valuable parenting lesson from her own mom and dad: Be straightforward about what you know and what you don't. The former U.S. first lady's own parents did a "beautiful job of making themselves plain to us," even if that meant admitting they didn't always know what they were doing, she said on a June 18 episode of the "IMO" podcast, which she hosts with brother Craig Robinson. "I think [our] mom and dad modeled that for us in a really powerful way," Obama said, adding that the siblings' late mother Marian Robinson was particularly "very up front with us about her strengths, but also her weaknesses. She talked to us about everything and tried to put her parenting lessons in some context for us." Robinson agreed, recalling their mother saying "on more than one occasion: 'Hey, look, this is my first time being a parent. So, I'm not sure if I'm doing this right.'" That "always resonated with me," Robinson continued, noting that their parents' transparency helped him see his parents as "just regular folks [who were] trying to figure it out." Their mother, who died in 2024, once noted herself that "parents think they have to know all the answers," which can be a source of stress, she said in 2020 on an episode of "The Michelle Obama Podcast." "Nobody knows all the answers," she said at the time. "I was very comfortable saying, 'I don't know.'" Being open about your own limitations, as a parent and a person, can be a safe way to remind your children that you don't expect perfection, and neither should they. Parents who are transparent about their mistakes — and can explain how they strive to learn from them — effectively model mental toughness to their kids, which is a key to becoming a successful adult, psychologist Allison Butler told CNBC Make It on January 23, 2024. "You can be more confident in [your] desired outcome if you have opened yourself up to feedback and testing and prototyping along the way," said Butler. Parents who model accountability to their children by admitting mistakes after they happen, apologizing when necessary, have a better chance of raising successful kids, some experts say. Doing so helps your kids see how a mature person can identify and articulate their emotions to de-escalate conflict, psychologist Caroline Fleck wrote for in April. Obama believes it's important for parents to learn that "your kids don't need you to be an expert on [parenting]," she said on the "IMO" podcast. "That was some of the wisdom that [our parents] understood..." she added. "Showing your flaws to your children [is] not always a bad thing. It's OK to say that you're afraid or that you don't know, or that you're not sure — and to make [your kids] a part of a bigger conversation." Being vulnerable with your children isn't a path toward losing your authority, Obama said. If anything, she said, her parents' openness "gave us context to how they were parented [and] what they thought their parents got right and wrong." Those conversations helped Obama and her brother "understand their principles of parenting," giving them a framework for how to confidently raise their own children when they became parents. Being transparent with your kids can help you show them some respect, which can build their confidence, parenting coach and author Reem Raouda wrote on June 22. "Explaining your reasoning, even just briefly, helps your child feel respected," wrote Raouda. "You're not debating or negotiating — you're modeling respectful leadership. [Explaining yourself] acknowledges their feelings and reinforces that you're in charge in a calm, grounded way."
Express Tribune
12-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
Michelle Obama and brother Craig Robinson launch new podcast series
Michelle Obama and her brother Craig Robinson have announced the launch of their new podcast, "IMO with Michelle Obama & Craig Robinson." The podcast, which premieres on today, aims to provide a space for honest conversations about life's complexities. With the world facing challenging times, Michelle Obama hopes the podcast will offer moments of light and understanding. The siblings will discuss everyday issues like family dynamics, relationships, and personal growth, all while featuring special guests from various fields. The podcast will also welcome prominent guests such as actors Issa Rae and Keke Palmer, soccer star Abby Wambach, authors Jay Shetty and Glennon Doyle, and media mogul Tyler Perry, among others. These guests will join Michelle and Craig to provide insights, share stories, and offer advice. New episodes will be released weekly on all audio platforms and YouTube. In a statement, Michelle Obama emphasized the importance of openness and vulnerability. "We all need to talk more about life's struggles," she said, adding that such conversations help people feel less isolated and more equipped to navigate their challenges. Michelle's previous podcast, "The Michelle Obama Podcast," and her 2023 series "The Light We Carry" also explored similar themes of personal growth and resilience. "IMO with Michelle Obama & Craig Robinson" is a production of Higher Ground, the media company co-founded by the Obamas. With a focus on real stories and shared experiences, the new podcast promises to be a relatable and uplifting addition to the growing trend of podcasts that seek to address the complexities of modern life. Episodes 1 and 2 will drop today, with the first episode serving as an introduction, followed by a conversation with Issa Rae. Listeners can submit their questions at for potential discussion in future episodes.
Boston Globe
11-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Boston Globe
Michelle Obama and her brother to launch a podcast with weekly guests
Other guests include filmmakers Seth and Lauren Rogan; soccer star Get Love Letters: The Newsletter A weekly dispatch with all the best relationship content and commentary – plus exclusive content for fans of Love Letters, Dinner With Cupid, weddings, therapy talk, and more. Enter Email Sign Up The first two episodes — the first is an introductory one and the second features Rae — will premiere Wednesday. New episodes will be released weekly and will be available on all audio platforms and YouTube. Advertisement 'With everything going on in the world, we're all looking for answers and people to turn to,' Obama said in a statement. 'There is no single way to deal with the challenges we may be facing — whether it's family, faith, or our personal relationships — but taking the time to open up and talk about these issues can provide hope.' Obama has had two other podcasts — 'The Michelle Obama Podcast' in 2020 and another in 2023, 'The Light We Carry.' Her husband, Barack Obama, offered a series of conversations about American life between him and Bruce Springsteen. The new podcast is a production of Higher Ground, the media company founded in 2018 by the former president and first lady.
NBC News
11-03-2025
- Entertainment
- NBC News
Michelle Obama and her brother to launch a weekly podcast
NEW YORK — Michelle Obama and her brother, Craig Robinson, will host a new weekly podcast series starting this month featuring a special guest pulled from the world of entertainment, sports, health and business. "IMO with Michelle Obama & Craig Robinson" will address "everyday questions shaping our lives, relationships and the world around us," according to a press release. IMO is slang for "in my opinion." Some of the guests slated to speak to the former first lady and Robinson, the executive director of the National Association of Basketball Coaches, include the actors Issa Rae and Keke Palmer and psychologist Dr. Orna Guralnik. Other guests include filmmakers Seth and Lauren Rogan; soccer star Abby Wambach; authors Jay Shetty, Glennon Doyle and Logan Ury; editor Elaine Welteroth; radio personality Angie Martinez; media mogul Tyler Perry; actor Tracee Ellis Ross; husband-and-wife athlete and actor Dwyane Wade and Gabrielle Union; and Airbnb CEO Brian Chesky. The first two episodes — the first is an introductory one and the second features Rae — will premiere on March 12. New episodes will be released weekly and will be available on all audio platforms and YouTube. "With everything going on in the world, we're all looking for answers and people to turn to," Obama said in a statement. "There is no single way to deal with the challenges we may be facing — whether it's family, faith, or our personal relationships — but taking the time to open up and talk about these issues can provide hope." Obama has had two other podcasts — "The Michelle Obama Podcast" in 2020 and another in 2023, "The Light We Carry." Her husband, Barack Obama, offered a series of conversations about American life between him and Bruce Springsteen. The new podcast is a production of Higher Ground, the media company founded in 2018 by the former president and first lady.
Yahoo
11-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Michelle Obama and her brother launch new podcast ‘IMO' with star-studded guests
The Brief Michelle Obama and Craig Robinson will co-host "IMO with Michelle Obama & Craig Robinson," a new weekly podcast. Guests will include Issa Rae, Keke Palmer, Tyler Perry, Tracee Ellis Ross, and Dwyane Wade and Gabrielle Union. The first two episodes premiere March 12 on all major audio platforms and YouTube. LOS ANGELES - Former first lady Michelle Obama and her brother, Craig Robinson, are teaming up for a new podcast series that will explore life, relationships, and personal growth with a star-studded lineup of guests. Titled "IMO with Michelle Obama & Craig Robinson," the show will feature conversations with figures from entertainment, sports, and business. The first two episodes debut March 12, starting with an introduction to the series followed by a conversation with actor Issa Rae. The backstory The podcast, produced by Higher Ground—the media company founded by the Obamas—is Obama's third foray into podcasting. Her previous projects include "The Michelle Obama Podcast" in 2020 and "The Light We Carry" in 2023. Some of the high-profile guests confirmed for the new series include: Actors: Keke Palmer, Tracee Ellis Ross, Seth and Lauren Rogen Athletes: Abby Wambach, Dwyane Wade, and Gabrielle Union Authors and media personalities: Jay Shetty, Glennon Doyle, Angie Martinez, Elaine Welteroth Business leaders: Airbnb CEO Brian Chesky Obama said the goal of the podcast is to help listeners navigate everyday challenges. "There is no single way to deal with the challenges we may be facing—whether it's family, faith, or our personal relationships—but taking the time to open up and talk about these issues can provide hope," Obama said in a statement. What's next The weekly podcast will be available on all major audio platforms and YouTube, making it accessible to a broad audience. With its high-profile guest list and conversational format, "IMO" aims to provide thought-provoking discussions on life's big questions. The Source This report is based on information from The Associated Press, which first announced the launch of IMO with Michelle Obama & Craig Robinson.
