Acclaimed actress Keke Palmer joins Michelle and Craig to answer a listener who asks why she feels so bad after a big career win. Keke reflects on how her planned breakout as a young actress went awry, and the ways that failure contributed to her career. Michelle, Craig, and Keke talk about how their perspective on meaningful work has changed over the years—and the advice that Michelle’s girls are finally starting to listen to.

00:00:00 - Akeelah and the Bee: The Start of a Journey
00:02:00 - Dreams and Childhood Ambitions
00:04:30 - Craig’s Dream of Being a Racecar Driver
00:08:00 - Introducing Keke Palmer
00:10:30 - Keke’s Path to Success
00:15:00 - The Role of Family Support
00:18:45 - Our Listener Question
00:22:10 - Overcoming Doubts and Staying Motivated
00:25:30 - Keke on Balancing Multiple Passions
00:30:15 - Parenthood and Raising a Leader
00:34:50 - Lessons from Parents and Finding Your Own Path
00:38:20 - The Reality of Chasing Dreams
00:42:00 - Final Thoughts & Advice from Keke

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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. Join the conversation and submit your questions at imopod.com!

About Michelle Obama

Michelle Obama is one of the most admired women in the world, known for her grounded wisdom, empathy, grace, and commitment to family. She brings cultural impact and an ability to shape the national conversation like almost no one else in America. But when she's facing an issue, there is one person that she has always gone to first…her big brother Craig.

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About Craig Robinson

Craig Robinson is a renowned basketball coach—having worked for the Knicks, Bucks, and Oregon State—who serves as the Executive Director of the National Association of Basketball Coaches. He’s worked at ESPN and co-hosts the Higher Ground original Ways to Win podcast with Hall of Fame coach John Calipari.

But most importantly he is a husband, a father of four and—as his sister always jokes—his mother’s favorite.

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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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