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…

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…

14 Jul 2026
#235 The Career Lens Most Parents Never Consider

Helping a young person choose a career starts with asking…

07 Jul 2026
#234 Mid-Year Career Clarity Check: Is Your Family Behind?

Time has a way of speeding up, especially when major…

30 Jun 2026
#233 What Parents Get Wrong About Their Kid’s Confidence

Many parents assume confidence comes before action, but Lisa Marker-Robbins…

23 Jun 2026
#232 The Step Where Career Clarity Falls Apart—and Why

Career exploration often starts with enthusiasm but stalls at the…