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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03 Feb 2026
#212 How to Choose a College That Delivers Career ROI, with Jeff Selingo

In this episode, Lisa and Jeff discuss: Why college prestige alone no longer guarantees strong early career outcomes — and what matters more instead How internships, micro-credentials, and co-ops now function as proof of employability How parental decision-making and assumptions about higher ed are shifting post-2008 Where higher education still falls short in delivering hands-on…

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…

31 Dec 2024
#155 Best of 2024: Colleges Share How Admissions by Major Works with Lisa Marker Robbins

In this episode, Lisa discusses: Trends in highly competitive majors…

24 Dec 2024
#154 Best of 2023: College Admissions Demystified—The Role of Majors with Andy Borst

In this episode, Lisa and Andy discuss: Why some universities…

17 Dec 2024
#153 Best of 2022: Simplify College Major Selection Using the Birkman with Sharon Birkman

In this episode, Lisa and Sharon discuss: What sets the…