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Books by Michelle Obama mentioned on podcasts
Michelle Obama's memoirs, Becoming and The Light We Carry, received commentary and discussion across Breaking Points, Timcast IRL, The Megyn Kelly Show, and On Purpose with Jay Shetty. On Breaking Points, a host discussed the Obamas' marriage by referencing details found within Becoming and contrasting them with her husband's book. Timcast IRL noted that Jack Smith's wife worked as a producer for the Netflix documentary related to Becoming. On The Megyn Kelly Show, Megyn Kelly cited Becoming to criticize the former First Lady's perceived self-importance relative to her educational background and status. On Purpose with Jay Shetty featured an extensive appearance by Michelle Obama, during which Jay Shetty and the author explored themes from both Becoming and The Light We Carry. Shetty highlighted how both books illustrate the numerous trials, challenges, and setbacks she overcame with determination. Furthermore, Obama discussed specific insights from The Light We Carry, including the power of small actions, her perspective on how disadvantaged communities lack a sense of ownership or protection in society, and a significant growth moment she experienced on the campaign trail.
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Becoming
Becoming is a widely discussed memoir by Michelle Obama that details her life, public journey, and transition through various stages, including her time as First Lady of the United States.
Discussed“Secretary Robert Gates wrote about it. Uh, first lady Michelle Obama wrote about it twice in her book, uh, Becoming Michelle, sent me a handwritten note on how much it moved her.”
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The Light We Carry
The Light We Carry by Michelle Obama is an inspiring memoir offering practical wisdom and personal reflections on how to navigate ongoing uncertainty, overcome systemic barriers, and build resilience in challenging times.
Discussed“I think what's beautiful about this book, The Light We Carry, and Becoming, is it shows us just how many trials, challenges, setbacks that you've had to overcome, and that you've gone through in your life so elegantly, gracefully, tactfully, you know, with with so much determination and drive.”
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The Look
Critiqued“Look, tell me if you Yeah, it's called Look with Michelle Obama. By the way, if you take one look at Michelle Obama on her actual podcast, she has the fashion sense of this pen.”
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