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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28 Oct 2025
#198 Match Majors to Money: A Scholarship Strategy with Lisa, Dave & Mike

In this episode, Lisa, Dave, and Mike discuss: How career direction and college major alignment influence scholarship success The role of personal narrative and authenticity in admissions and financial aid Strategies for early scholarship searching and intentional college preparation How real-world experiences and self-awareness shape stronger college and scholarship applications Key Takeaways:  When applying for…

06 Jan 2026
#208 How to Support Career Planning When Chronic Health is a Factor with Annie Tulkin

In this episode, Lisa and Annie discuss: Career planning when…

30 Dec 2025
#207 Best of 2025: The Hidden Impact of College Major Selection on Admissions with Rick Clark

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

23 Dec 2025
#206 Best of 2025: How Small Academic Changes Can Mean Big Merit Aid Dollars with Brian Eufinger

In this episode, Lisa and Brian discuss: Strategies for maximizing…

16 Dec 2025
#205 Best of 2025: Scientifically Matching Your Teen to an Ideal Career Path with Amy Shepley

In this episode, Lisa and Amy discuss: Identifying personality traits,…

09 Dec 2025
#204 How Personal Storytelling Builds Confidence, Clarity, and Career Readiness with Jackie Bailey

In this episode, Lisa and Jackie discuss: How personal storytelling…

02 Dec 2025
#203 Surviving Winter Break with Family: Andrea Malkin Brenner on Staying Connected

In this episode, Lisa and Andrea discuss: Navigating family dynamics…