Michelle Obama

Michelle Obama, born and raised on the South Side of Chicago, is a mother, author, advocate, producer, podcast host and former First Lady of the United States.

Through her writing, advocacy, and media projects, Michelle continues to champion education, health, and storytelling. Her memoir Becoming became a global bestseller, while her second book, The Light We Carry, offers lessons on overcoming adversity. As a co-founder of Higher Ground, she’s helped produce award-winning films and series like American Factory and Waffles + Mochi. Michelle joined the world of podcasting with The Michelle Obama Podcast on Spotify and Michelle Obama: The Light Podcast on Audible.

At 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.At the core of Michelle’s story is a belief not just in telling stories aligned with her values, but in living out those values — especially when it comes to strengthening the next generation. Through the Obama Foundation’s Girls Opportunity Alliance and her work with initiatives like When We All Vote and Partnership for a Healthier America, Michelle remains dedicated to creating opportunities for the next generation, particularly girls and underserved communities.

Craig Robinson

Craig Robinson is the Executive Director of the National Association of Basketball Coaches (NABC) and host of the Higher Ground podcast Ways To Win. 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. He is the brother of former First Lady Michelle Obama.