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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24 Feb 2026
#215 Why “Follow Your Passion” Is Bad Career Advice—and What To Say Instead

In this solo episode, Lisa Marker-Robbins continues her series unpacking well-meaning career advice that unintentionally backfires. Following her previous episode challenging the phrase “you can be anything,” Lisa now tackles another cultural staple: “follow your passion.”  She explains that this advice often creates pressure, paralysis, and self-doubt rather than motivation, and why passion is rarely…

11 Feb 2025
#161 Boost Your Teen’s Personal Narrative Before Applications with Dave Peterson

In this episode, Lisa and Dave Peterson discuss: The role…

04 Feb 2025
#160 How World Languages Open Doors with Dr. Karyn Koven

In this episode, Lisa and Dr. Karyn Koven discuss: Importance…

28 Jan 2025
#159 Study Strategies to Beat Your Teen’s Mid-Year Slump with Katie Azevedo

In this episode, Lisa and Katie Azevedo discuss: The mid-year…

21 Jan 2025
#158 Behind the Mic: Lisa’s Journey to Launch Career Clarity

In this special third-anniversary episode, Lisa steps into the guest…

14 Jan 2025
#157 Decoding GPA Confusion Before College Apps with Ann LaFemina

In this episode, Lisa and Ann discuss: The role of…

07 Jan 2025
#156 Unlock What College Admissions Officers Want with Dr. John Durante

In this episode, Lisa and Dr. John discuss: Importance of…