IMO with Michelle Obama and Craig Robinson Growing Up Robinson with Craig and Michelle
Sep 30, 2020
Craig Robinson, Michelle Obama’s older brother, shares nostalgic stories of their upbringing on Chicago's South Side. They explore the importance of sibling relationships, recalling their playful competition and family dynamics. Musical memories and childhood lessons on financial responsibility are shared, alongside humorous reflections on early sex education. Craig candidly discusses the emotional journey of dealing with their father's disability, while both siblings highlight the lasting values of empathy and connection in their family.
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Euclid Childhood Shaped By Music And Place
- Michelle and Craig remember moving from Parkway Gardens to Euclid and growing up surrounded by trains, jazz records, and family characters.
- Their childhood setting shaped curiosity, music love, and close family rituals that they recount fondly.
Childhood Prank To Stop Parents Smoking
- As kids, Michelle and Craig schemed to break their parents' cigarettes by dipping tips in hot sauce then crushing cartons, hoping they'd quit.
- The plan backfired spectacularly when their parents discovered the destroyed cigarettes and they were punished.
From Doll Worlds To Backyard Sports
- Michelle recalls being territorial with her dolls but still joining Craig in backyard sports, learning to hit and catch.
- Craig included her so she could play with neighborhood kids and eventually join their park teams.