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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26 May 2026
#228 Why Capable Kids End Up Stuck in Miserable Jobs

What if the biggest challenge facing young adults isn’t a lack of opportunity, but a lack of intentional direction early on? In this episode, Lisa Marker-Robbins explores how delayed self-awareness and career exploration can leave capable young adults feeling stuck despite outward success. Using the story of Molly, a 26-year-old HR professional, she illustrates how…

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…