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…

09 Jul 2024
#130 Pathway to Becoming a Pilot: Admissions and Career Insights with Penny Linsenmayer

In this episode, Lisa and Penny discuss: Different pathways for…

02 Jul 2024
#129 Empowering Teens for Success: Career Readiness with Lorna Bryant

In this episode, Lisa and Lorna discuss: Skills that will…

25 Jun 2024
#128 Winning College Scholarships: Expert Tips with Dave The Scholarship Coach

In this episode, Lisa and Dave discuss: How Dave’s son…

18 Jun 2024
#127 Showcasing Your Teen’s Character & Curiosity to Colleges with Liz Krider

In this episode, Lisa and Liz discuss: How your teen…

11 Jun 2024
#126 Supporting Jewish Students in their College Search Process with Sam Joustra

In this episode, Lisa and Sam discuss: How Jewish students…

04 Jun 2024
#125 Colleges Share How Admissions by Major Works with Lisa Marker Robbins

In this episode, Lisa discusses: Using the clues from colleges…