Podcast
IMO with Michelle Obama and Craig Robinson
Episodes
- 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…
- 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…
- 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…
- 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 industr…
- 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 abou…
- 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 expe…
- 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 confi…
- 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…
- 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 everythi…
- 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…
- 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…
- 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 h…
- 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…
- 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 a…
- 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 devastat…
- 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 legend…
- 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. The…
- 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 rai…
- 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…
- 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…
