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Michelle Obama Reflects on Marriage, White House Years in New Podcast

The former first lady discusses challenges in her marriage to Barack Obama, her dislike for politics, and how her brother helped convince her to support Barack's presidential run.

  • Michelle Obama launched a new podcast, 'IMO with Michelle Obama & Craig Robinson,' co-hosted with her brother, to share personal anecdotes and insights.
  • She candidly discussed her initial reluctance to support Barack Obama's presidential ambitions and credited her brother for persuading her to back the decision.
  • Michelle opened up about frustrations in her marriage, including Barack's tardiness and his lack of deep conversations with friends, while acknowledging his growth over their 30 years together.
  • The podcast also touched on the challenges of maintaining normalcy and friendships during Barack's presidency and the impact on their family life.
  • Despite recent divorce rumors, the Obamas have publicly expressed their love and commitment through social media posts and interviews.
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