Living with a Latemarker: Michelle Obama's Reflection on Barack's Punctuality Woes
- Vibe: Loose and chatty
- Timeliness Strained Their Matrimonial Ties
It's no secret that every couple has their quirks, and Barack and Michelle Obama are no exception. In the inaugural episode of their podcast "The Michelle Obama Podcast," the former First Lady confesses to her brother Craig Robinson that Barack tested her patience right at the start of their marriage, notoriously struggling with timeliness.
According to Michelle, the definition of punctuality was a point of contention between them. "Barry had to grasp what punctuality actually meant to me," she quips diplomatically, using his affectionate nickname.
Embrace the Change: When 3 PM Meant 3 PM
When the time arrived for appointments, Michelle would find herself waiting as her husband would casually meander toward the restroom or engage in tasks that ultimately made them run late. "Babe, 3 PM departure time means you should be all set by then, not frantically searching for your specs at 3 PM," she would caution.
Punctuality seemed to be a sticking point for Michelle, and it wasn't just limited to their relationship; even their children Malia (26) and Sasha (23) were well-versed in the importance of on-time traveling when the family ventured out. "The kids have absorbed the message — they're always spot-on when we go places together," Michelle jokes.
Fast-forward through 30 years of marriage, and even Barry has finally accepted Michelle's time management methods. "He's light-years beyond where he was when we first tied the knot," she proudly declares in the podcast. In candid fashion, she adds, "I basically told him, 'Adapt or else.'"
"Dot Your 'I's' Before 3 PM": A Sibling Advice Podcast
Michelle and Craig Robinson's new podcast debuted on March 12, and it's all about sharing wisdom. In a casual back-and-forth style, the podcasters position themselves as your go-to confidants for advice on careers, relationships, parenting, and more. The podcast description on Spotify encourages listeners to reach out to Michelle and Craig for guidance. New episodes will drop every week.
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- Michelle Obama humorously shares in her podcast, "The Michelle Obama Podcast," that her husband, Barack Obama, struggled with timeliness when they first got married.
- In the inaugural episode, Michelle recalls that she often had to remind Barack that 3 PM departure time meant he should be ready by then, not searching for his belongings at the last minute.
- In the new podcast "Dot Your 'I's' Before 3 PM," Michelle and her brother Craig Robinson offer advice on various topics, including relationships, with one recurring theme being the importance of punctuality.
