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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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 far more than getting into college. In this solo episode, Lisa Marker-Robbins explains why this common admissions prompt reflects a question students will continue answering throughout internships, scholarship applications, graduate school, networking conversations, and future careers. Drawing from years of coaching students and families, Lisa…

04 Feb 2025
#160 How World Languages Open Doors with Dr. Karyn Koven

In this episode, Lisa and Dr. Karyn Koven discuss: Importance…

28 Jan 2025
#159 Study Strategies to Beat Your Teen’s Mid-Year Slump with Katie Azevedo

In this episode, Lisa and Katie Azevedo discuss: The mid-year…

21 Jan 2025
#158 Behind the Mic: Lisa’s Journey to Launch Career Clarity

In this special third-anniversary episode, Lisa steps into the guest…

14 Jan 2025
#157 Decoding GPA Confusion Before College Apps with Ann LaFemina

In this episode, Lisa and Ann discuss: The role of…

07 Jan 2025
#156 Unlock What College Admissions Officers Want with Dr. John Durante

In this episode, Lisa and Dr. John discuss: Importance of…

31 Dec 2024
#155 Best of 2024: Colleges Share How Admissions by Major Works with Lisa Marker Robbins

In this episode, Lisa discusses: Trends in highly competitive majors…