TREVOR NOAH Reflects on 10 Years of “Born a Crime” and the Life That Inspired It | IMO

This week on IMO, Michelle Obama and Craig Robinson are joined by comedian, author, and former host of The Daily Show, Trevor Noah, for a hilarious and deeply personal conversation about growing up under apartheid in South Africa, the extraordinary woman who raised him, and the experiences that shaped his outlook on life. As he celebrates the 10th anniversary of his bestselling memoir Born a Crime, Trevor reflects on his unconventional childhood, the fearlessness and wisdom of his mother, Patricia, and how humor helped his family navigate some of life's most difficult circumstances. He shares hilarious stories from his troublemaking youth, opens up about receiving an ADHD diagnosis as an adult, and reveals how an unlikely series of events led him to discover stand-up comedy. Trevor also gets candid about the unexpected challenges of fame, the loneliness that can accompany success, and why maintaining meaningful friendships has been so important to him. Plus, he, Michelle, and Craig reflect on the state of the world, the lessons history can teach us, and how to hold on to hope and optimism even when progress feels out of reach. In this episode: Dr. Kathleen Jordan, Chief Medical Officer, of Midi Health. Have a question for the show? Let us know at IMOpod.com Follow us on social! Instagram: www.instagram.com/imopodcasts TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@imopodcasts Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/imopodcasts/ 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. Follow Michelle Obama on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michelleobama Follow Michelle Obama on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/michelleobama Follow Michelle Obama on X: https://x.com/MichelleObama 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. Follow Craig Robinson on X: https:/x.com/craigmalrob Follow Craig Robinson on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/craigmalrob/ 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/ Follow Higher Ground on Instagram: instagram.com/highergroundmedia Follow Higher Ground on X: https://x.com/HGMedia