Craig Robinson
Host of IMO with Michelle Obama and Craig Robinson
Craig Robinson is an American basketball executive and former college basketball coach who currently serves as the executive director of the National Association of Basketball Coaches. He previously coached men’s basketball at Oregon State and Brown and worked in player development for the NBA’s New York Knicks. He is also known as the older brother of former First Lady Michelle Obama and co-host of the podcast “IMO with Michelle Obama and Craig Robinson.”
Products they talk about
American Symphony👍 Recommends
…recommending a film about Jon Batiste and Suleika Jaouad that moved the speaker emotionally
“I watched American Symphony for the first time. A higher ground production. A higher ground production. Every month. That every, I recommend it for everyone. But let me tell you, I was bawling almost, it wasn't quite the beginning, but early on. And, and let me tell you, it's a little different than bawling over great writing or great acting. It was the combination of their story together, which is a love story. And, and, and, and his music, his music touched me in a way that when I met him, I almost started crying.”
on IMO with Michelle Obama and Craig Robinson
American Tall👍 Recommends
…discussing tall-friendly clothing brands and getting sponsored partnerships
“If anybody cares I'm wearing American tall. Yeah, that's all American tall is always good. It's American tall. You know, we want to get him another. And also American tall needs to be a sponsor. Sponsor. So American tall. American tall. I think we shout you out all the time this guy.”
on IMO with Michelle Obama and Craig Robinson
Everywhere You Are👍 Recommends
…victoria monét's debut children's book about working parents and separation anxiety
“Her debut book, Everywhere You Are, is a heartfelt tribute to working parents, which we have both been. And they're little ones inspired by her own journey as a parent. And it features her four-year-old daughter, Hazel, who I guess you've met. She's voicing the audio book at four years old.”
on IMO with Michelle Obama and Craig Robinson
Firestarter👍 Recommends
…discussing the first book that inspired craig robinson to become a reader
“I didn't become a reader until I was an adult. I knew how to read. I know the way you say that. But I was like, whoa, I missed that part. I'm going to go to school. I've told this story many times that the first book that got me to be a reader was Firestarter by Stephen King.”
on IMO with Michelle Obama and Craig Robinson
GOAT👍 Recommends
…discussing the animated film GOAT that stephen and ayesha curry voice
“And speaking of basketball, how did you guys decide to do GOAT? How did that all come about? Because your team. That was so good. It's coming out today. It's out today. Today. I know we're dating this. It's out today. It's so good. Thank you so much. It's been a seven-year journey, to be honest. Animation takes forever. And then that initial process of working with the Sony Animation, Sony Studios.”
on IMO with Michelle Obama and Craig Robinson
King Oscar sardines👍 Recommends
…discussing specific grocery preferences when using delivery service
“There's a few items that I am really picky about at the grocery store. I like my sardines, but I want King Oscar sardines only. I don't want any substitutes.”
on IMO with Michelle Obama and Craig Robinson
Ralph Lauren Olympic Sweater👍 Recommends
…discussing official olympic team apparel and quality
“the Ralph Lauren outfits the U.S. Olympic team and Paralympic team and has been for quite a while. And they were kind enough to send me this authentic Olympic sweater that is actually very comfortable.”
on IMO with Michelle Obama and Craig Robinson
Rivian R1S👍 Recommends
…discussing the Rivian electric SUV gifted to the hosts and driving experience on Martha's Vineyard
“So you know, you all have heard, for those of you who have heard the podcast, you know we were gifted Rivians. You didn't know that? It's pretty nice. She let me drive hers around the island and I got to take some pictures. You know, I might have to adjust my vacation plans.”
on IMO with Michelle Obama and Craig Robinson
Rivian R1S👍 Recommends
…craig robinson discussing the vehicle he's been driving in los angeles
“I've been tooling around in my Rivian R1S here in LA. And, well, it's actually not mine. Rivian has been kind enough to gift us with vehicles.”
on IMO with Michelle Obama and Craig Robinson
The Can-Do Mindset: How to Cultivate Resilience, Follow Your Heart, and Fight for Your Passion👍 Recommends
…introducing candace parker's newly published autobiography and encouraging listeners to read it
“I mean, the book, Can Do Mindset. I mean, really, a really amazing read. And before we bring her out and get so wrapped up in the conversation, I just want to make sure that everybody picks up this book and reads Candace Parker's story. Her voice in this book is amazing. It's real. She's down. If you liked her before, you will love her after really hearing how deep and thoughtful she is on a number of different fronts.”
on IMO with Michelle Obama and Craig Robinson
Uncommon Favor👍 Recommends
…discussing dawn staley's new memoir about her basketball career and leadership journey
“And her debut book, Uncommon Favor, is out now. Now, please welcome our good friend now, I guess we can call her, Dawn Staley... Yeah, I mean, I think one is Crystal has to find out who she is... That's a chapter in Uncommon Favor. And that's Dawn Staley's book. So, develop habits and stick to them... listeners pick up Uncommon Favor. It is an important read. It's a beautiful story about an amazing life and all the lessons you've learned from it.”
on IMO with Michelle Obama and Craig Robinson
Yet Here I Am👍 Recommends
…discussing jonathan capehart's pulitzer prize winning memoir and bestselling book
“His memoir, Yet, Here I Am, was published earlier this year and was an instant New York Times bestseller. Yes, it was. And it is a really nice read. It's a beautiful book and I'm looking forward to talking to him about it.”
on IMO with Michelle Obama and Craig Robinson