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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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 the messy space between high school and career, and she’s seen that landscape shift. College still matters, but alignment matters more than ever—and families increasingly want a steady strategy, not just more information. In this episode, Lisa makes the case for a career-first approach and…

13 May 2025
#174 In-Demand Entrepreneurial Skills Every Teen Needs with Stephen Carter

In this episode, Lisa and Stephen discuss: Entrepreneurial mindset development…

06 May 2025
#173 The Top 3 Scholarship Essays That Win Money with Leia LeMaster Horton

In this episode, Lisa and Leia discuss: Strategies for crafting…

29 Apr 2025
Episode #172 Building Math Confidence for Better Career Options with Ben Orlin

In this episode, Lisa and Ben discuss: The impact of…

22 Apr 2025
#171 Behind the Scenes: What Makes a College Application Fall Flat with Amanda Leszczuk

In this episode, Lisa and Amanda discuss: A holistic admissions…

15 Apr 2025
#170 AI and College Essays: What Families Need to Know with Susan Knoppow

In this episode, Lisa and Susan discuss: How AI impacts…

08 Apr 2025
#169 The Hidden Impact of College Major Selection on Admissions with Rick Clark

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