Overview

• In the latest episode of IMO, Michelle Obama said Barack Obama considered Sasha more “difficult” to raise than Malia.
• She recalled Malia intentionally engaging her father as a teen—stopping by the Treaty Room to discuss issues like Syria—while describing Sasha as “like a cat” who was not a people pleaser.
• Michelle framed the contrast as a matter of temperament and told listeners that parents should adjust their approach to each child.
• She also shared dating guidance for her daughters, encouraging them to “date a lot” and to move on quickly from bad experiences.
• The comments drew wide coverage as ongoing tabloid speculation about the Obamas’ marriage continues, which the couple has previously addressed on the podcast.