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Kenan Thompson: From Nickelodeon to SNL Legend | IMO

Kenan Thompson has been making audiences laugh for nearly three decades — from All That and Kenan & Kel to his record-breaking run on Saturday Night Live. In this episode, Kenan opens up about what keeps him inspired after so many years in comedy, how fatherhood changed his perspective, and why humility has always been his superpower. He shares stories from his early days at Nickelodeon, how he’s navigated fame while staying grounded, and the joy he still finds in creating characters that connect with people. It’s a conversation full of laughter, heart, and wisdom from one of comedy’s most enduring voices. [00:00:00] Opening: Introducing Kenan Thompson [00:04:36] Why Kenan Feels Like Family [00:06:10] Growing Up Funny in Atlanta [00:09:55] Fatherhood and Finding Balance [00:10:32] The Joy of Raising Two Girls [00:12:45] Lessons from Parenthood [00:15:10] Early Ambitions and the Nickelodeon Break [00:16:18] Becoming a Child Actor at 15 [00:18:05] Breaking into Comedy and Learning the Craft [00:22:40] Landing SNL: The Journey to New York [00:28:56] Life Behind the Scenes at Saturday Night Live [00:33:30] Teamwork, Trust, and the Culture of SNL [00:34:16] Staying Grounded After Two Decades on SNL [00:40:25] On Fame, Longevity, and What Really Matters [00:50:55] A Bike Accident and Learning Resilience [00:58:00] Navigating Fame and Privacy [01:00:00] Thoughts on “Fame for Fame’s Sake” [01:06:45] The Listener Question: What’s Next for Kenan? [01:08:27] A Message to His Daughters [01:09:50] Closing Reflections and Gratitude Subscribe to IMO with Michelle Obama & Craig Robinson on YouTube: Have a question for the show? Let us know at IMOpod.com Follow us on social! Instagram: www.instagram.com/imopodcasts TikTok: / imopodcasts Facebook: / imopodcasts X: https://x.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:   / michelleobama   Follow Michelle Obama on Facebook:   / 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:   / 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