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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13 Jan 2026
#209 A Better Path? Why Skilled Trades Might Beat College with JJ Owen

In this episode, Lisa and JJ discuss: Rethinking post-high school pathways and expanding what counts as a successful career beyond the traditional four-year college path The role of curiosity, exposure, and hands-on experiences in meaningful career exploration The growing need for skilled and technical workers across multiple industries Supporting young people in finding aligned career…

05 May 2026
#225 The Real Deadline for Choosing a College Major (What Families Often Miss)

What if the real college major deadline isn’t when applications…

28 Apr 2026
#224 Why “Feeling Clear” Can Lead Your Child in the Wrong Direction

What if the moment your child finally feels “clear” is…

21 Apr 2026
#223 The Connection Skill That Builds Confidence with Dr. Tracy Brower

In this episode, Lisa and Dr. Tracy discuss: The growing…

14 Apr 2026
#222 How Apprenticeships Are Changing Fast and Why It Matters with John Loyack and Andrew Gardner

In this episode, Lisa, John, and Andrew discuss: Apprenticeships are…

07 Apr 2026
#221 The #1 Predictor of Your Child’s Career Success (It’s Not What You Think)

What if the biggest predictor of your child’s future success…

31 Mar 2026
#220 Why Career Focused College Starts Earlier with Champlain’s Alex Hernandez

In this episode, Lisa and President Hernandez discuss: Early career…