August 2025

#189 Is It Normal Anxiety—or More? A Guide for Parents with Zack Schafer Transcript

THIS IS AN AUTOMATED TRANSCRIPT… PLEASE FORGIVE THE TYPOS & GRAMMAR! xo-Lisa. Lisa Marker-Robbins 1:04 does sending a simple email fail paralyzing to some young people? Anxiety is becoming more common and more misunderstood among students navigating post graduation decisions, knowing the difference between everyday nervousness and an anxiety disorder can change the way you […]

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#189 Is It Normal Anxiety—or More? A Guide for Parents with Zack Schafer

In this episode, Lisa and Zack discuss: Understanding the difference between everyday anxiety and an anxiety disorder The role of technology and social media in contributing to Gen Z anxiety Evidence-based treatment approaches, including exposure therapy Parenting strategies to support anxious teens without reinforcing fear Key Takeaways:  Anxiety can be defined as an overestimation of

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#188 How to Successfully Align Majors, Credits, and Careers with Jaime Smith Transcript

THIS IS AN AUTOMATED TRANSCRIPT… PLEASE FORGIVE THE TYPOS & GRAMMAR! xo-Lisa. Lisa Marker-Robbins 0:52 Did you know Over a third of college students transfer before finishing their degree, whether your student is already in college and thinking about switching schools or you’re still in the thick of building a college list with your teen.

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#188 How to Successfully Align Majors, Credits, and Careers with Jaime Smith

In this episode, Lisa and Jaime discuss: Understanding the role of impacted majors and prerequisites The critical importance of aligning majors with career goals early Navigating the complexities of college transfers Financial planning and its impact on educational choices Key Takeaways:  Over one-third of undergraduates transfer colleges, and without early planning around majors, prerequisites, and

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#187 Authenticity Wins: How Intentionality Led Jack Goldstein to UPenn Transcript

THIS IS AN AUTOMATED TRANSCRIPT… PLEASE FORGIVE THE TYPOS & GRAMMAR! xo-Lisa. Wwhat if you were teen or 20 something? Stopped chasing perfection and focused instead on what truly lights them up. Jack Goldstein did just that. He leaned into what made him unique, followed his interests with purpose and let go of the pressure

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#187 Authenticity Wins: How Intentionality Led Jack Goldstein to UPenn

In this episode, Lisa and Jack discuss: How authenticity influences a student’s journey through high school and college admissions Making intentional academic and extracurricular choices instead of chasing prestige Personal growth through adversity and how it can translate into advocacy and leadership Using entrepreneurship to solve real-world problems in the college admissions process Key Takeaways: 

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#186 College May Not Be the Next Step—Here’s How to Know with Joanna Lilley

In this episode, Lisa and Joanna discuss: Exploring alternatives to the traditional college timeline The evolving role of parents in post-secondary decision-making Emotional and psychological challenges facing college-bound teens The importance of preparation and intentional planning for life after high school Key Takeaways:  College readiness is less about academic performance and more about whether a

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#186 College May Not Be the Next Step—Here’s How to Know with Joanna Lilley Transcript

THIS IS AN AUTOMATED TRANSCRIPT… PLEASE FORGIVE THE TYPOS & GRAMMAR! xo-Lisa. Lisa Marker-Robbins 0:49 Is your teen truly ready for college or just going through the motions? It’s easy to miss red flags that signal a student may not be prepared for the realities of college life, and that gap in readiness can quickly

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