Barack Obama - Audio Biography

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When Barack Obama was elected president in 2008, he became the first African American to hold the office. The framers of the Constitution always hoped that our leadership would not be limited to Americans of wealth or family connections. Subject to the prejudices of their time—many of them owned slaves—most would not have foreseen an African American president. Obama’s father, Barack Sr., a Kenyan economist, met his mother, Stanley Ann Dunham, when both were students in Hawaii, where Barack was born on August 4, 1961. They later divorced, and Barack’s mother married a man from Indonesia, where he spent his early childhood. Before fifth grade, he returned to Honolulu to live with his maternal grandparents and attend Punahou School on scholarship.In his memoir Dreams from My Father (1995), Obama describes the complexities of discovering his identity in adolescence. After two years at Occidental College in Los Angeles, he transferred to Columbia University, where he studied political science and international relations. Following graduation in 1983, Obama worked in New York City, then became a community organizer on the South Side of Chicago, coordinating with churches to improve housing conditions and set up job-training programs in a community hit hard by steel mill closures. In 1988, he went to Harvard Law School, where he attracted national attention as the first African American president of the Harvard Law Review. Returning to Chicago, he joined a small law firm specializing in civil rights.In 1992, Obama married Michelle Robinson, a lawyer who had also excelled at Harvard Law. Their daughters, Malia and Sasha, were born in 1998 and 2001, respectively. Obama was elected to the Illinois Senate in 1996, and then to the U.S. Senate in 2004. At the Democratic National Convention that summer, he delivered a much acclaimed keynote address. Some pundits instantly pronounced him a future president, but most did not expect it to happen for some time. Nevertheless, in 2008 he was elected over Arizona Senator John McCain by 365 to 173 electoral votes.As an incoming president, Obama faced many challenges—an economic collapse, wars in Iraq and Afghanistan, and the continuing menace of terrorism. Inaugurated before an estimated crowd of 1.8 million people, Obama proposed unprecedented federal spending to revive the economy and also hoped to renew America’s stature in the world. During his first term he signed three signature bills: an omnibus bill to stimulate the economy, legislation making health care more accessible and affordable, and legislation reforming the nation’s financial institutions. Obama also pressed for a fair pay act for women, financial reform legislation, and efforts for consumer protection. In 2009, Obama became the fourth president to receive the Nobel Peace Prize.In 2012, he was reelected over former Massachusetts Governor Mitt Romney by 332 to 206 electoral votes. The Middle East remained a key foreign policy challenge. Obama had overseen the killing of Osama bin Laden, but a new self-proclaimed Islamic State arose during a civil war in Syria and began inciting terrorist attacks. Obama sought to manage a hostile Iran with a treaty that hindered its development of nuclear weapons. The Obama administration also adopted a climate change agreement signed by 195 nations to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and slow global warming.In the last year of his second term, Obama spoke at two events that clearly moved him—the 50th anniversary of the civil rights march from Selma to Montgomery, and the dedication of the National Museum of African American History and Culture. “Our union is not yet perfect, but we are getting closer,” he said in Selma. “And that’s why we celebrate,” he told those attending the museum opening in Washington, “mindful that our work is not yet done.”

Episode Date
Obama Reveals Presidential Center Opening Date and Reflects on Leadership, Democracy, and Dreams
Dec 09, 2025
Obama's Reflective Return: Bridging Divides, Empowering Youth, and Preserving Democracy
Dec 06, 2025
Obama on Democracy, Patriotism, and Youth Engagement in Arkansas Talk
Dec 02, 2025
Obama's Post-Presidency: Blending Innovation, Hollywood, and Civic Engagement
Nov 29, 2025
Obama's Arkansas Visit: Inspiring Civic Engagement Ahead of America's 250th Anniversary
Nov 25, 2025
Obama's Crystal Bridges Lecture: Renewing Civic Engagement for America's 250th Anniversary
Nov 24, 2025
Obama's Surprise Veterans Day Tribute: A Heartfelt Act of Gratitude
Nov 18, 2025
Obama Stuns Veterans with Surprise Honor Flight Visit, Reignites Nostalgia
Nov 18, 2025
Obama Surprises War Veterans on Honor Flight, Makes History
Nov 15, 2025
Obama's Strategic Surge: Uniting Democrats, Honoring Veterans, and Shaping the Future
Nov 11, 2025
Obama's Fiery Return: Rallying Democrats, Reigniting Hope
Nov 08, 2025
Obama's Fiery Rally Cry: Turning Disapproval into Votes in Key Battlegrounds
Nov 04, 2025
Obama's Battleground Blitz: Rallying Democrats Ahead of Crucial Gubernatorial Elections
Nov 01, 2025
Obama's Campaign Trail Comeback: Rallying Democrats in Crucial Gubernatorial Races
Oct 28, 2025
Obama's High-Stakes Rallies: Shaping the Political Landscape for 2026 and Beyond
Oct 25, 2025
Obama's Political Plays: Shaping Midterms, Reflecting on WTF Podcast
Oct 21, 2025
Obama's WTF Moment: Candid Critiques, Midterm Maneuvers, and a Presidential Legacy
Oct 18, 2025
Obama's Encore: Shaping Politics, Reflecting on Legacy with Marc Maron
Oct 14, 2025
Obama's Global Diplomacy and Political Firestorm: The Controversy Continues
Oct 11, 2025
Obama's Enduring Influence: Milestones, Rumors, and Leadership Lessons
Oct 07, 2025
Barack and Michelle Obama Celebrate 33 Years of Marriage: A Timeless Love Story
Oct 04, 2025
Obama's Global Tour: Inspiration Amid Controversy | Podcast Episode 37
Sep 30, 2025
Obama Sounds Alarm: Democracy Under Threat, AI Dangers Loom
Sep 27, 2025
Obama Speaks Out: Condemning Violence, Championing Civility, and Shaping His Legacy
Sep 23, 2025
Obama's Enduring Influence: Uniting Nations, Inspiring Change
Sep 20, 2025
Obama Headlines Erie Summit, Musical Debut Looms as Foundation Selects Global Leaders
Sep 16, 2025
Obama's Legacy: Art, Activism, and Allegations
Sep 13, 2025
Obama's Emmy Trifecta: Narrating Our Oceans and Nurturing Global Leaders
Sep 09, 2025
Obama's Enduring Legacy: Civic Impact, Controversies, and a Chicago Homecoming
Sep 06, 2025
Obama's Labor Legacy, Erie Appearance, and Swirling Controversies
Sep 02, 2025
Obama's Reemergence: Shaping the Political Landscape for 2026
Aug 30, 2025
Obama's Newsom Nod, Surprise Visits, and Viral Moments: Shaping His Legacy
Aug 26, 2025
Obama Endorses Newsom's Redistricting Plan, Sparks Debate and Legacy Building
Aug 26, 2025
Obama's Redistricting Reversal: Pragmatism or Compromise?
Aug 23, 2025
Obama's Texas Showdown: Defending Democracy and Battling Gerrymandering
Aug 19, 2025
Obama Portrait Relocated: White House Breaks Tradition Amid Tensions
Aug 12, 2025
Obama's Birthday Overshadowed by Redistricting Fight and Gabbard's Explosive Claims
Aug 09, 2025
Obama's Legacy: Conspiracy Claims, Civic Dialogues, and Cultural Tributes
Aug 02, 2025
Obama's Legacy Under Fire: Treason Claims, Classified Reports, and a Return to the Spotlight
Jul 29, 2025
Obama Breaks Silence: Bizarre Accusations, Activism, and the 2024 Battle
Jul 26, 2025
Obama Faces Controversy, Addresses Rumors, and Celebrates Leadership
Jul 22, 2025
Obamas Laugh Off Divorce Rumors as DNI Gabbard Accuses Barack of Subverting Trump's 2016 Win
Jul 19, 2025
Obama's Candid Critiques: Big Law, Universities, and the Future of America
Jul 15, 2025
Obama's Busy Summer: Fundraising, Live Shows, and a New HBO Comedy
Jul 12, 2025
Obama's Global Impact: From Erie to Europe, Inspiring Change
Jul 09, 2025
Barack Obama Audio Biography - Long
Dec 07, 2023
Barack Obama Audio Biography - White House Version
Nov 14, 2023