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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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 the essay-writing process for students. Mistaken beliefs about what makes a strong application essay Crafting essays that truly reflect a student’s voice and experiences Helpful strategies and tools that can assist in writing a strong college essay Key Takeaways:  AI should not be used to…

12 Aug 2025
#187 Authenticity Wins: How Intentionality Led Jack Goldstein to UPenn

In this episode, Lisa and Jack discuss: How authenticity influences…

05 Aug 2025
#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…

29 Jul 2025
#185 From “Little Jobs” to Big Wins: Internship Strategies That Work with Ramon Santillan

In this episode, Lisa and Ramon discuss: The importance of…

22 Jul 2025
#184 How Parents Unknowingly Derail Career Launches with Kolby Goodman

In this episode, Lisa and Kolby discuss: Challenges young adults…

15 Jul 2025
#183 Women in STEM Success: College Research Tips with Jyoti Jain

In this episode, Lisa and Jyoti discuss: Evaluating college programs…

08 Jul 2025
#182 Navigating the Secret Workplace Rules No One Tells Gen Z About with Brianne Rush

In this episode, Lisa and Brianne discuss: Navigating unspoken rules…