Michelle Obama and Craig Robinson: The Power of Knowing Your "Why" | Aspire with Emma Grede

Emma sits down for an intimate, inspiring conversation with former First Lady Michelle Obama and her big brother, Craig Robinson. In this special episode, Michelle and Craig open up about family, leadership, and the values that shaped them, from their early years sharing on Chicago’s South Side to the White House. Michelle reflects candidly on balancing motherhood, public life, and personal ambition, while Craig shares heartfelt stories that highlight the emotional intelligence and unwavering support they learned from their parents. Together, they discuss how everyone can create meaningful change—starting exactly where they are.

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ABOUT ASPIRE WITH EMMA GREDE
Build the life of your dreams and learn from the world’s most successful people.

Emma Grede, one of America’s richest self-made women - wants you to make the most of your life. On ‘Aspire with Emma Grede', learn through thought-provoking conversations with some of the most successful and smartest minds on the planet, including goop founder Gwyneth Paltrow, investor, philanthropist and former chair of Starbucks Mellody Hobson international bestselling author and “On Purpose” podcast host Jay Shetty, and former First Lady Michelle Obama. Each episode will unpack their habits, philosophy and strategies, covering career advice, well-being, psychology, and, of course, how to win in business. The show offers personal stories, data-driven advice, real-world strategies, and the experience you need, to turn your dreams into reality.

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ABOUT EMMA GREDE
Emma Grede is a founding partner and chief product officer of SKIMS and CEO of Good American. She also made history as the first Black woman to serve as an investor on Shark Tank.
00:00:00 Introduction
00:03:09 Working with your sibling
00:13:22 The Obama Foundation
00:18:45 Ad
00:22:32 The essence of Michelle Obama and Princeton memories
00:27:17 Tools for success and guiding principles
00:30:38 Parenting success
00:37:18 Importance of questioning yourself
00:45:15 Sharing what. you've learned
00:50:36 Ad
00:53:08 Start small for a broader impact
01:01:37 Becoming a public figure
01:09:51 Siblings in the limelight
01:13:00 Work/parenting balance
01:18:01 Parenting principles
01:27:16 Leaving people behind
01:32:04 Going high and rapid ffire