The Brett Cooper Show Michelle Obama Is Back On Her Victim Tour
Nov 15, 2025
The discussion kicks off with a critique of Michelle Obama's self-curated fashion book, sparking debates on her attention-seeking tendencies. Comparisons are made between the media treatment of Michelle and Melania Trump, raising questions on privilege and public perception. Brett explores Michelle's claims about racial dynamics in beauty standards and critiques her framing of victimhood. The conversation dives into reactions from social media, highlighting the tension between respect for Black beauty and perceived entitlement. Ultimately, the focus is on Michelle's influential choices and their impact.
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Self-Curated Relevancy Push
- Brett Cooper argues Michelle Obama is centering herself and seeking relevance through a fashion book.
- She published The Look to curate and amplify attention on her style rather than share hardship reflections.
Grace Claim Versus Public Adoration
- Cooper contests Michelle's claim she lacked grace in office, noting widespread public adoration.
- He cites repeated magazine covers and ongoing influence as counterevidence to her victim framing.
Glam Team Framed As Necessity
- Cooper recounts Michelle saying daily glam teams and tailoring were necessities, not luxuries.
- He contrasts that with his own experience getting occasional makeup for on-camera work and calls it a privilege.
