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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12 May 2026
#226 What Your “On Track” Child Might Be Missing

What if students who seem “on track” are actually headed in the wrong direction? In this solo episode, Lisa Marker-Robbins challenges the traditional focus on grades, college acceptance, and achievement, revealing why these milestones often create a false sense of progress. She explains how families unintentionally prioritize the wrong finish line, leading students to graduate…

08 Sep 2026
#243 Personal Safety: Is Your Young Person Prepared? with S. Gale Bleth

As young people gain independence, recognizing risk becomes an important…

01 Sep 2026
#242 Think Your Young Person Isn’t a Leader? Look Again

Leadership does not always look like a team captain, club…

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…