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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Pursue What You Love Before You Pursue Love with Jay Shetty [From the Archives]
#4 trending · Education
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
Sep 25 42 min
Stories of Motherhood and Home (from “Stories From a Stranger with Hunter Prosper”)
#39 trending · Self-Improvement
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, hoste
Sep 23 52 min
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
Sep 16 1 h 14 min
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 basketb
Sep 9 1 h 21 min
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
Sep 2 1 h 17 min
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
Aug 28 59 min
Write Down the Stupid Thoughts with Jon Stewart
#33 trending · Self-Improvement
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
Aug 26 1 h 26 min
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
Aug 21 59 min
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 mus
Aug 19 1 h 09 min
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
Aug 12 1 h 22 min
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 per
Aug 5 1 h 01 min
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, gai
Jul 29 1 h 09 min
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 journe
Jul 22 1 h 14 min
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 int
Jul 15 1 h 07 min
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 share
Jul 8 1 h 08 min
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 open
Jul 1 1 h 21 min
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 tal
Jun 24 1 h 35 min
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
Jun 17 1 h 00 min
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 earl
Jun 10 1 h 09 min
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,” th
Jun 3 1 h 20 min
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Love love this show! A good mix of knowledge, guests, humor, self-improvement. All generations can benefit from listening. I’m a Millennial who first voted in the presidential election when I was 18, during the Obama 2nd term era. I grew up admiring the Obama family. So inspiring to see Michelle Obama continuing to use her voice and platform to spread goodness. And Craig Robinson is a funny guy and adds good flare to the conversations. I love their sibling relationship. Very good! Also like the recent additions of pop culture/rappers as guests! Haha Meg thee Stallion & 2 Chainz episodes were a good listen. You can learn a lot, down to medical health self-help and more from their expert guests. Thanks for sharing your gifts with the world. 🤍
ReviewerRach · Sep 2026
I love listening to Michelle and Craig interact with each other while interacting with their guests. The sibling banter is beautiful and reminds me that no matter how far we go in life, it’s important to keep the people who know our origin story close. In many instances they are the ones who keep us steady and grounded in our purpose in the world. I also love the choice of guests. It’s a great podcast from two voices that are very much needed and appreciated!!!
Lariya Tali · Sep 2026
Been listening to the IMO podcast since the beginning. I love the dynamic between Michelle and Craig. Especially how they honor their roots and talk love and respect about their parents growing up on the South side of Chicago. I’d love to spend an afternoon at the Robinson House circa 1980s.
Lmac48072 · Sep 2026
I appreciate and admire Michelle Obama deeply. I am profoundly grateful for her work. This show provides an array of smart, interesting, insightful guests. I expected and wanted to love it. So why don’t I?
The way she interrupts and speaks to her brother Craig is disrespectful, dismissive, and distracting. Even if the “talking down to my sibling“ and “boys are dumb“ elements are comedy bits for this show, her communication with him does not model equal partnership. I am left wondering why she even has him on the show because she does not appear to value him as an equal in this context. I’m sure they’re quite close personally and, besides, their personal relationship is really none of my business, but how she speaks to him and what she says when he contributes do not reflect the respectful inclusivity and genuine listening I would expect from this phenomenal woman. She is at risk of appearing disingenuous - as if she can talk the talk about listening, respecting, etc., but does not walk the walk IRL. I love humor and affectionate ribbing, but there’s a time and place. Please encourage her to revise how she communicates with him and start including him more and actually listening to him respectfully when on this show or else don’t have him on. Whatever banter and familial communication patterns they have IRL are their business. When speaking as co-hosts, however, it does not foster an environment of curiosity, learning, respect, and growth for the listener when she interrupts and disregards him.
SmacVery · Aug 2026
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