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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09 Jun 2026
#230 Stop Trying to Impress Colleges: What Admissions Really Want with Susan Knoppow

What if the biggest mistake in college admissions is trying to impress colleges instead of helping them understand who you are? In this episode, Lisa Marker-Robbins sits down with Susan Knoppow to discuss what admissions officers are actually looking for, why applicants often miss the point of essay prompts, and how a strong process leads…

10 Nov 2026
#252 How Career Discovery Helps Students Win Scholarships with Dave Peterson

This episode features a special replay of a live teaching…

03 Nov 2026
 #251 What Are You Teaching Your Kids About Work Without Realizing It?

The way adults talk about work can shape what young…

27 Oct 2026
#250 Are You Making Career Planning Harder Than It Needs to Be?

Career planning can feel overwhelming when young people think they…

20 Oct 2026
#249 From High School Forward: Are You Building What Employers Will Actually Want?

The truth is, a college degree, extra certification, or an…

13 Oct 2026
#248 How to Get Internship Ready and Make It Count with Julia Lapan, UVA

An internship can offer much more than a line on…

06 Oct 2026
#247 4 Steps to Help Your Kid Take Smarter Risks with Matthew Confer

Taking a risk does not have to mean jumping in…