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…

19 Apr 2022
#014 Undergrad and Master’s Business Programs

If your student is considering a future in business this…

12 Apr 2022
#013 The Many Advantages of a Gap Year

If you’ve always subscribed to the rule that students can’t…

05 Apr 2022
#012 Advice from Empowered Career Women

Secondary education teacher Josh Morgan caught our attention when he…

29 Mar 2022
#011 Student Spotlight: Kate’s High School Internships

As we visit with high school junior Kate Louagie and…

22 Mar 2022
#010 Tips for Sending Student Emails that Get a Response

Sending emails to strangers or acquaintances can feel risky for…

15 Mar 2022
#009 How Smart Parents Find the Right School for the Right Price

“Be smarter about slaying the college planning dragon!” is financial…