IMO with Michelle Obama and Craig Robinson
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 spec...
AI overview.Higher Ground is an independent podcast creator known for producing high-quality content that resonates with diverse audiences. Founded by former First Lady Mic…
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On the show
- Angel Reese1 ep
- Jimmy Kimmel1 ep
- Hasan Minhaj1 ep
Also: Jamie Lee Curtis, Ayesha Curry, Stephen Curry, Monica, Sterling K. Brown, Ryan Michelle Bathe, Conan O’Brien, Halle Bailey, Allyson Felix, Wes Felix, Dave Chappelle, Steven Spielberg, Ayo Edebiri, Don Cheadle, Serena Williams, Anderson .Paak, Jessica Williams
Audience Interest
- personal dilemmas
- relationships and dating
Podcast Focus
- candid discussions with guests
- practical advice for listeners
Publishing Consistency
- 88 episodes total
- active for 5 years
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Total monthly reach
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- 🇺🇸United States · Self-ImprovementHOME#6729K to 3.9M
- 🇨🇦Canada · Self-Improvement#293K to 493K
- 🇬🇧United Kingdom · Self-Improvement#562K to 330K
- 🇦🇺Australia · Self-Improvement#626K to 135K
- 🇩🇪Germany · Self-Improvement#1710.0K to 53K
- Per-Episode Audience
Est. listeners per new episode within ~30 days
968K to 5.1M🎙 ~2x weekly·110 episodes·Last published 1w ago - Monthly Reach
Unique listeners across all episodes (30 days)
1.9M to 10M🇺🇸75%🇨🇦10%🇬🇧6%+5 more - Active Followers
Loyal subscribers who consistently listen
1.1M to 5.6M94K real followers tracked across platforms
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| Date | Episode | Topics | Guests | Brands | Places | Keywords | Sponsor | Length | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/21/26 | Trust Your Creativity with Mahershala Ali | Academy Award-winning actor Mahershala Ali joins the show to discuss his upbringing in the Bay Area, his conversion to Islam, and how becoming a father has shaped his perspective on life. Plus, he talks about his new film Your Mother Your Mother Your Mother, which is out now. In this episode: Dr. Kathleen Jordan, Chief Medical Officer, of Midi Health.Have a question you want answered? Write to us at imopod.com.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | 1h 08m 26s | ||||||
| 10/14/26 | Acknowledge the Challenge with Kylie Kelce | This week, Not Gonna Lie podcast host, field hockey coach, and mom of four Kylie Kelce joins Michelle and Craig on IMO! They touch on Kylie’s Philadelphia roots, her certified tall girl status, and the example she aims to set for her children and the athletes she coaches. Plus, Kylie spills how she met her husband.Have a question you want answered? Write to us at imopod.com.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | 1h 14m 28s | ||||||
| 10/7/26 | Stay Curious with Debbie Allen and Phylicia Rashad | This week, multi-hyphenate sisters Debbie Allen and Phylicia Rashad join the show to discuss growing up in a supportive Houston household, the legacy of education in their family, and the HBCU experience at Howard University. Plus, they talk about Netflix’s reboot of A Different World, and how they developed careers in acting, dancing, producing and directing as two of the most iconic women in show business.In this episode: Dr. Kathleen Jordan, Chief Medical Officer, of Midi Health.Have a question you want answered? Write to us at imopod.com.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | 1h 27m 55s | ||||||
| 9/30/26 | Living Unapologetically with Sharon Stone | Sharon Stone joins Michelle and Craig for an honest, and wide-ranging conversation. The three sit down to talk about Sharon’s childhood, her climb into Hollywood, the power of aging publicly, and the freedom that comes from genuinely not caring what anyone thinks anymore.In this episode: Dr. Kathleen Jordan, Chief Medical Officer, of Midi Health.Have a question you want answered? Write to us at imopod.com.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | 1h 15m 59s | ||||||
| 9/25/26 | Pursue What You Love Before You Pursue Love with Jay Shetty [From the Archives] | 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 a listener's question about professional ambition and dating. The trio discuss money in relationships, finding balance between work and romance, and Michelle shares her advice for choosing a life partner. Is the pursuit of perfection — in work or dating — worth it?Have a question you want answered? Write to us at imopod.com.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | 42m 33s | ||||||
| 9/23/26 | Stories of Motherhood and Home (from “Stories From a Stranger with Hunter Prosper”) | 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, hosted by Hunter Prosper, features intimate, longform conversations connected by love, loss, regret, family connections and more. It’s a show that inspires empathy and connection, proving that every stranger has a story. In this episode, Hunter interviews four powerful women about their relationships with their mothers and their experiences as mothers themselves; including our very own Michelle Obama. For more episodes, watch and listen to Stories From a Stranger on YouTube and wherever you get your podcasts.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | 52m 30s | ||||||
| 9/16/26 | 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 represented on screen. She reflects on growing up Filipino-American, getting discovered at a young age, and navigating the music industry while learning the business as a young woman. In this episode: Dr. Kathleen Jordan, Chief Medical Officer, of Midi Health. Have a question you want answered? Write to us at imopod.com.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | 1h 14m 07s | ||||||
| 9/9/26 | musicentrepreneurship+3 | 2 Chainz | Midi Health | College Park | 2 Chainzmusic+5 | — | 1h 21m 05s | ||
| 9/2/26 | podcastingpolitics+3 | Michelle Obama | Higher Ground | — | Michelle Obamapodcasting+3 | — | 1h 17m 50s | ||
| 8/28/26 | boundariesmental health+3 | Taraji P. Henson | — | — | boundariesmental health+3 | — | 59m 37s | ||
| 8/26/26 | comedyfamily+3 | Jon Stewart | Midi Health | — | Jon Stewartcomedy+5 | SailyIMO | 1h 26m 04s | ||
| 8/21/26 | friendshiprelationships+3 | Issa Rae | IMOHigher Ground | — | friendshipIssa Rae+3 | — | 59m 26s | ||
| 8/19/26 | forgivenessself-worth+3 | Mary J. Blige | Higher Ground | — | Mary J. Bligeforgiveness+3 | — | 1h 09m 13s | ||
| 8/12/26 | musicchildhood+3 | Megan Thee Stallion | Love Island | HoustonFiji | Megan Thee Stallionmusic+4 | — | 1h 22m 18s | ||
| 8/5/26 | friendshipartistry+3 | Rita Wilson | Sound of a Woman | — | Rita WilsonSound of a Woman+3 | — | 1h 01m 20s | ||
| 7/29/26 | careermotherhood+3 | Ketanji Brown Jackson | — | — | Ketanji Brown JacksonSupreme Court+3 | — | 1h 09m 48s | ||
| 7/22/26 | personal journeyslaw school+4 | — | South by Southwestimopod.com+1 | ChicagoSouth Side | South by SouthwestChicago+5 | — | 1h 14m 23s | ||
| 7/15/26 | styleparenthood+4 | Keke Palmer | — | New Orleans | Keke PalmerMichelle Obama+6 | — | 1h 07m 06s | ||
| 7/8/26 | comedyaging+3 | Wanda Sykes | National Security AgencyLegacy | — | Wanda Sykescomedy+3 | — | 1h 08m 08s | ||
| 7/1/26 | comedyfatherhood+3 | Will Ferrell | Saturday Night LiveThe Hawk | — | Will Ferrellcomedy career+4 | — | 1h 21m 50s | ||
| 6/24/26 | comedyfamily dynamics+3 | Quinta Brunson | Obama Presidential CenterQuinta Brunson Field Trip Fund | — | Quinta Brunsonimposter syndrome+4 | — | 1h 35m 28s | ||
| 6/17/26 | comedyfatherhood+3 | Kevin Hart | Higher Ground | — | Kevin Hartcomedy+3 | Incogniimo | 1h 00m 48s | ||
| 6/10/26 | hobbiesacting career+4 | Jessica Williams | IMOHigher Ground+2 | — | Jessica WilliamsJon Stewart+5 | — | 1h 09m 16s | ||
| 6/3/26 | music careerpersonal struggles+3 | Anderson .Paak | Higher GroundDr. Dre+1 | — | Anderson .Paakmusic career+3 | Incogniimo | 1h 20m 44s | ||
| 5/27/26 | filmmakingchildhood+3 | Steven Spielberg | Disclosure DayIndiana Jones | — | Steven Spielbergfilmmaking+3 | — | 1h 21m 08s | ||
| 5/20/26 | Broadwayfriendship+3 | Ayo EdebiriDon Cheadle | Higher GroundProof | — | BroadwayAyo Edebiri+5 | — | 1h 17m 06s | ||
| 5/13/26 | motherhoodfertility journeys+3 | Serena Williams | Higher Ground | — | motherhoodfertility+5 | — | 1h 06m 44s | ||
| 5/6/26 | comedyparenting+3 | Dave Chappelle | WYSO | Yellow Springs, Ohio | Dave Chappellecomedy+4 | — | 1h 43m 53s | ||
| 4/29/26 | sibling dynamicsOlympics+3 | Allyson FelixWes Felix | — | — | Allyson FelixWes Felix+5 | — | 1h 02m 56s | ||
| 4/22/26 | WNBAfame+4 | Angel Reese | Higher Ground | — | WNBAAngel Reese+5 | — | 1h 08m 31s | ||
| 4/15/26 | comedyparenting+3 | Jimmy Kimmel | Higher Ground | — | Jimmy Kimmelcomedy+3 | — | 1h 20m 42s | ||
| 4/8/26 | immigrant experiencefatherhood+3 | Hasan Minhaj | Higher Ground | Californianorthern California | Hasan Minhajimmigrant experience+3 | — | 1h 11m 35s | ||
| 4/1/26 | Hollywood upbringingawards season+3 | Jamie Lee Curtis | IMOHigher Ground+1 | — | Jamie Lee CurtisHollywood+3 | — | 1h 06m 56s | ||
| 3/25/26 | parentingmarriage+4 | Ayesha CurryStephen Curry | PLEZi NutritionGOAT | — | Curryfamily+6 | — | 1h 04m 03s | ||
| 3/18/26 | R&Bcontroversy+3 | Monica | Higher Ground | — | MonicaBrandy+5 | — | 1h 11m 01s | ||
| 3/13/26 | anniversaryrelationships+3 | — | — | — | IMOanniversary+5 | — | 51m 55s | ||
| 3/11/26 | relationshipscommunication+3 | Sterling K. BrownRyan Michelle Bathe | Higher Ground | — | relationship advicecouples+3 | — | 1h 23m 17s | ||
| 3/4/26 | personal growthcomedy+3 | Conan O’Brien | — | — | Conan O’Briencomedy+3 | — | 1h 29m 44s | ||
| 2/25/26 | confidencemotherhood+3 | Halle Bailey | first solo albumYou, Me, and Tuscany | — | confidenceHalle Bailey+3 | — | 57m 31s | ||
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Distribution & Reach
About the show, platforms, and key insights.
Distribution & Reach
About the show, platforms, and key insights.
Higher Ground is an independent podcast creator known for producing high-quality content that resonates with diverse audiences. Founded by former First Lady Michelle Obama and her brother Craig Robinson, the platform leverages their unique backgrounds and experiences to foster engaging conversations. "IMO with Michelle Obama and Craig Robinson" stands out for its blend of humor, relatability, and practicality. The podcast covers a wide array of topics, including relationships, parenting, and financial planning, all framed through the lens of personal dilemmas. Each episode features special guests who contribute to the candid discussions, making it both entertaining and informative. With over 250,000 listeners, the show attracts a wide audience seeking insights and laughter from two beloved figures. Listeners appreciate the blend of heartfelt advice and personal anecdotes, which provide valuable perspectives on navigating everyday challenges.
By the numbers
- Total followers: 199K
- Total plays: 6.0M
- Total reviews: 35
Platforms
TuneIn
- Followers: 1.4K
Castbox
- Followers: 90K
- Plays: 671K
- Reviews: 25
YouTube
- Subscribers: 105K
- Views: 5.3M
- Videos: 169
Podcast App
- Followers: 2
Podcast Republic
- Followers: 2.5K
- Reviews: 10
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Audience
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Key insights
What the show covers
- candid discussions with guests
- practical advice for listeners
- anecdotes from hosts
- humor in serious topics
Audience interests
- personal dilemmas
- relationships and dating
- parenting advice
- financial planning tips
Platform reach
- available on major podcast platforms
- no specific platforms detected
- growing listener base
- unknown total followers
Publishing consistency
- 88 episodes total
- active for 5 years
- weekly or more episodes
- consistent release schedule
Chart history for IMO with Michelle Obama and Craig Robinson
Peaked at #2 in Canada, top 10 in 15 of 50 tracked markets, currently #2 in Canada.
| Market | Genre | Peak | Current | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canada | — | #2 | #2 | — |
| Canada | — | #2 | #2 | — |
| United Kingdom | — | #5 | #5 | — |
| New Zealand | — | #5 | #5 | — |
| PT | — | #5 | #5 | — |
| United States | — | #6 | #6 | — |
| Australia | — | #6 | #6 | — |
| Ireland | — | #6 | #6 | — |
| United States | — | #7 | #7 | — |
| New Zealand | — | #7 | #7 | — |
| Finland | — | #7 | #7 | — |
| United Kingdom | — | #9 | #9 | — |
| Ireland | — | #9 | #9 | — |
| Australia | — | #10 | #10 | — |
| Sweden | — | #10 | #10 | — |
| South Africa | — | #12 | #12 | — |
| PT | — | #14 | #14 | — |
| IS | — | #15 | #15 | — |
| Germany | — | #17 | #17 | — |
| Sweden | — | #19 | #19 | — |
Chart Positions
50 placements across 34 markets.
Chart Positions
50 placements across 34 markets.