Michelle Obama Launches New Weekly Podcast with Her Brother Craig Robinson to ‘Provide Hope’

Mar. 15, 2025

Craig Robinson (L) and Michelle Obama (R).Photo:Raven Varona (2)

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Michelle Obamahas announced her next professional venture: a weekly podcast with her older brother, Craig Robinson.

“With everything going on in the world, we’re all looking for answers and people to turn to,” Obama shared as part of their launch announcement. “My brother Craig and I launched theIMOpodcast to create a space for people to come as they are, ask honest questions, give their opinions, and have thoughtful conversations about life.”

“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," she added.

The announcement is the first big news for Obama after a quiet start to the year. She did not attend the funeral of President Jimmy Carter on Jan. 9, and alsoskipped President Donald Trump’s inaugurationlater that month.

Obama, 61, and Robinson, 62, will also take the stage atSXSWin Austin, Texas, on Thursday, March 13, to showcase their new project and record a special live episode ofIMO.

“We grew up talking through life’s big and small questions together,” shared Robinson. “And now, we’re inviting listeners into that conversation, with the hope that it sparks new ideas, new perspectives, and creates the connection we could all use right now.”

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IMOis the latest Higher Ground podcast venture for both of the siblings. Obama hasTheMichelle Obama Podcastand herMichelle Obama: The Lightseries, Robinson, who serves as the executive director of the National Association of Basketball Coaches (NABC), has also hosted theWays to Winpodcast on the network alongside John Calipari.

IMO with Michelle Obama and Craig Robinsonwill be available on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever podcasts are available.

source: people.com