All The Smoke Michelle Obama on Presidential Pressure, Caitlin Clark vs. Angel Reese & Michael Jordan Stories
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Aug 14, 2025 
Former First Lady Michelle Obama shares inspiring stories about her upbringing and life in the White House, emphasizing the values that guided her journey. Her brother, Craig Robinson, offers insights from his basketball career and their shared childhood experiences. They discuss the evolution of women’s sports, highlighting the challenges female athletes face. With lighthearted moments, they touch on Michael Jordan stories and reflect on the importance of mental health and community building, making this conversation both heartwarming and thought-provoking.
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Childhood Boxing Built Competitive Roots
- Michelle and Craig learned boxing from their father and Michelle usually won their childhood matches.
- Their dad taught them defense and family play shaped their early competitive spirit.
Podcast Was A Way To Stay Close
- Michelle and Craig started a podcast partly to stay connected after their mother became ill and later passed.
- The show also honors their parents and forces regular sibling communication.
Final Months With Mom Felt Like A Gift
- Michelle spent months caring for her mother in Hawaii and saw that time as a gift during her decline.
- She used those months to do intimate caregiving tasks she hadn't had chance to do before.
