Podcast

If you're feeling overwhelmed by your young person's next steps—or unsure how to help them choose a college major or career path—you're not alone. The College & Career Clarity podcast equips you with expert insight and practical strategies to support your 15–25-year-old with confidence.

Each weekly episode with Lisa Marker-Robbins and her guests offers actionable takeaways to spark meaningful conversations and help your family move from confusion to clarity—one step at a time.

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25 Aug 2026
#241 Could Your Help Be Holding Your Young Person Back? with Jason Robinovitz

Helping a young person succeed can sometimes keep them from becoming independent. In this episode, Lisa Marker-Robbins and Jason Robinovitz examine how support can either build independence in teens and young adults or unintentionally get in its way. In this episode, Lisa and Jason discuss: The expectations young people face as they move into college,…

25 Aug 2026
#241 Could Your Help Be Holding Your Young Person Back? with Jason Robinovitz

Helping a young person succeed can sometimes keep them from…

18 Aug 2026
#240 College Majors, Admissions, and Career Direction: Your Questions Answered

Choosing a college major can raise bigger questions about career…

11 Aug 2026
#239 Who Should Be on Your Teen’s College Planning Team? with Stephanie Simpson

Parents often assume their teen’s school counselor can handle every…

04 Aug 2026
#238 The “Why This Major Essay” Isn’t Really About Your Major

The college essay that asks, “Why this major?” is about…

28 Jul 2026
#237 How to Tell If a College Will Prepare Students for Career Success with Julia Lapan, UVA

Choosing a college is about far more than rankings, majors,…

21 Jul 2026
#236 How Families Eliminate the Best Career Fits Too Soon

Many families eliminate strong career options long before a student…