Episode
“Kids Just Want Our Gladness” with Hoda Kotb
40:39
Published: Tue Mar 21 2023
Description
Hoda and Michelle go deep on the importance of shining our light for others, especially children. They also talk about how they’ve navigated the most daunting challenges in their lives—from Michelle’s time as the first Black First Lady or Hoda’s decision to adopt kids late in life.Find the episode transcript here: audible.com/tlp/episode1 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Chapters
In this first episode of the podcast, the host introduces the idea of light, which is the central theme of her book, and shares some tools she has developed to help with difficult times.
00:00 - 06:27 (06:27)
Summary
In this first episode of the podcast, the host introduces the idea of light, which is the central theme of her book, and shares some tools she has developed to help with difficult times. The episode features conversations about regaining one's footing and reconnecting with important people and practices.
Episode“Kids Just Want Our Gladness” with Hoda Kotb
PodcastMichelle Obama: The Light Podcast
Serena Williams reflects on the influences that have shaped her worldview, particularly her father and mother-in-law, and discusses the importance of self-reliance, autonomy, and representation in her personal and professional life.
06:27 - 18:03 (11:35)
Summary
Serena Williams reflects on the influences that have shaped her worldview, particularly her father and mother-in-law, and discusses the importance of self-reliance, autonomy, and representation in her personal and professional life.
Episode“Kids Just Want Our Gladness” with Hoda Kotb
PodcastMichelle Obama: The Light Podcast
The way we treat children, even in small ways, can have a lasting impact on how they view themselves and their place in the world.
18:03 - 25:16 (07:13)
Summary
The way we treat children, even in small ways, can have a lasting impact on how they view themselves and their place in the world. Treating them as nuisances or not acknowledging their worth as individuals can leave a negative mark on them for years to come.
Episode“Kids Just Want Our Gladness” with Hoda Kotb
PodcastMichelle Obama: The Light Podcast
The speaker shares her belief that one should not get married just to check a box and responds to a story about Sandra Bullock adopting a child, emphasizing that there are many ways to have a family and to be happy in life.
25:16 - 29:33 (04:16)
Summary
The speaker shares her belief that one should not get married just to check a box and responds to a story about Sandra Bullock adopting a child, emphasizing that there are many ways to have a family and to be happy in life.
Episode“Kids Just Want Our Gladness” with Hoda Kotb
PodcastMichelle Obama: The Light Podcast
A transcript recounting a story of a parent coach who was tasked with coaching President Obama in basketball and feeling the pressure of the high-profile player.
29:33 - 39:35 (10:01)
Summary
A transcript recounting a story of a parent coach who was tasked with coaching President Obama in basketball and feeling the pressure of the high-profile player.
Episode“Kids Just Want Our Gladness” with Hoda Kotb
PodcastMichelle Obama: The Light Podcast
In a podcast episode with Hoda Kotb, the speaker discusses the challenging yet beautiful experience of being a parent, with insights on how to handle parenting fatigue and finding joy in the journey.
39:35 - 42:46 (03:11)
Summary
In a podcast episode with Hoda Kotb, the speaker discusses the challenging yet beautiful experience of being a parent, with insights on how to handle parenting fatigue and finding joy in the journey.