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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18 Nov 2025
#201 Building Post High School Resilience and Career Confidence: Ethan Zellner’s Journey

In this episode, Lisa and Ethan discuss: Managing setbacks and academic struggles in demanding college programs The importance of resilience, networking, and real-world experience in career development How communication and soft skills enhance technical education and employability Navigating college, internships, and professional growth with persistence and adaptability Key Takeaways:  When traditional learning methods don’t meet…

24 Sep 2024
#141 Lessons Learned from 200+ Colleges with John Durante

In this episode, Lisa and John discuss: Identifying the controllables…

17 Sep 2024
#140 Avoiding the Pitfalls of College Transfers with Jaime Smith

In this episode, Lisa and Jaime discuss: How to prevent…

10 Sep 2024
#139 Showcasing Leadership in College Admissions with Lee Norwood

In this episode, Lisa and Lee discuss: Why it’s a…

03 Sep 2024
#138 Your Teen’s (Perfect) College Application Essay with College Bound Mentor

In this episode, Lisa, Lisa, Abby, and Stefanie discuss: Busting…

27 Aug 2024
#137 Raising Resilient Teens with Dr. Tovah Klein

In this episode, Lisa and Tovah discuss: The nuisance stressors…

20 Aug 2024
#136 Performing Arts Majors: Tips for Navigating Admissions with Mollie Reznick

In this episode, Lisa and Mollie discuss: The biggest uncertainties…