The Look Live from DC: Legacy, Oprah, and That Tan Suit | The Look

Join Michelle Obama and Pulitzer Prize–winning critic Wesley Morris for a powerful, funny, and deeply personal conversation about The Look—her new book exploring the stories and meaning behind her most memorable public moments. From the inauguration gown that changed a designer’s life to the day she was “Oprah-ed,” Michelle reflects on fashion as a unique political and cultural force, the power that comes with how you show up, and how finding your personal style is a lifelong journey. She also honors the incredible creatives behind the scenes who helped her show up authentically and purposefully for every moment.

00:00:00 — Oprah’s Unexpected Gift
00:03:47 — Michelle Takes the Stage
00:06:00 — Fashion, Coordination & First Impressions
00:09:20 — Barack’s Simple Style Philosophy
00:12:40 — East Wing vs. West Wing Energy
00:16:10 — Opening the White House to the People
00:19:30 — The Meaning Behind The Look
00:23:50 — Choosing the Book’s Title & Cover Photo
00:28:10 — Childhood Memories and Early Style
00:32:20 — Growing Up Without Fashion Access
00:36:40 — Princeton Years & Discovering Personal Style
00:41:00 — Becoming a Young Professional Woman
00:45:30 — Life as a Working Mom in Politics
00:49:50 — Preparing for Barack’s Breakout Moment
00:54:15 — Oprah Interviews the Obamas
00:58:40 — Navigating Sudden Public Attention
01:03:10 — Evolving Style in Public Life
01:08:00 — Natural Hair, Identity & Freedom
01:13:20 — Representation and the Power of Visibility
01:18:40 — Braids, Versatility, and Authenticity
01:23:55 — What Style Means Beyond Clothing
01:29:10 — Reflections on Legacy and Impact
01:34:20 — Closing Thoughts & Audience Goodbye

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About IMO with Michelle Obama & Craig Robinson

Michelle Obama and her big brother Craig Robinson bring their unique experiences and candid perspectives to a range of personal dilemmas, from the everyday to the existential. Each week, they’re joined by a special guest to tackle audience questions with practical advice, terrific stories, and plenty of laughs. From dating and relationships to parenting and financial planning, IMO sees the iconic First Lady at her most relaxed and honest. This podcast will leave you laughing, reflecting, and feeling more prepared to tackle life’s challenges.

About Michelle Obama

Michelle’s passion for storytelling has set sales records, garnered awards and accolades, and earned her global acclaim. Her memoir, Becoming, spent over 130 weeks on the New York Times Bestsellers list, sold more than 17 million copies worldwide, and won a Grammy Award. American Factory, the first film produced by her and her husband Barack Obama’s media company Higher Ground, won the Academy Award for Best Documentary in 2020. Upon its release in 2020, The Michelle Obama Podcast was the most successful original in Spotify history, bringing in more women listeners over 40 than any other podcast. Through the Obama Foundation, she founded the Girls Opportunity Alliance, which supports adolescent girls' education and empowerment around the world.

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About Craig Robinson

Craig is the Executive Director of the National Association of Basketball Coaches (NABC) and host of the Higher Ground podcast Ways To Win with Hall of Fame coach John Calipari. From 2017-2020, he served as the vice president of Player Development and Minor League Operations for the NBA’s New York Knicks. Previously, he was a Division I head men’s basketball coach at Oregon State and Brown, and spent more than a decade working as a trader in the investment banking industry. Most importantly, he is a husband and father of four.

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About Higher Ground

Higher Ground was founded by President Barack Obama and Michelle Obama in 2018 to tell powerful stories that entertain, inform, and inspire—while elevating new and diverse voices in the entertainment industry. Learn more at https://highergroundmedia.com/

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