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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25 Nov 2025
#202 How to Raise Curious, Future-Ready Teens – with Kami Wanous

In this episode, Lisa and Kami discuss: How curiosity shapes the development of lifelong learners who can adapt and grow over time Why box-checking habits weaken authentic engagement with learning What project-based learning offers as a bridge between interests and academics The role family culture plays in nurturing natural curiosity and supporting ongoing personal growth…

20 Jan 2026
#210 From College First to Career Fit: How College and Career Clarity Has Evolved

Lisa Marker Robbins has spent decades helping young people navigate…

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…

06 Jan 2026
#208 How to Support Career Planning When Chronic Health is a Factor with Annie Tulkin

In this episode, Lisa and Annie discuss: Career planning when…

30 Dec 2025
#207 Best of 2025: The Hidden Impact of College Major Selection on Admissions with Rick Clark

In this episode, Lisa and Rick discuss: How a student’s…

23 Dec 2025
#206 Best of 2025: How Small Academic Changes Can Mean Big Merit Aid Dollars with Brian Eufinger

In this episode, Lisa and Brian discuss: Strategies for maximizing…

16 Dec 2025
#205 Best of 2025: Scientifically Matching Your Teen to an Ideal Career Path with Amy Shepley

In this episode, Lisa and Amy discuss: Identifying personality traits,…