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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14 Apr 2026
#222 How Apprenticeships Are Changing Fast and Why It Matters with John Loyack and Andrew Gardner

In this episode, Lisa, John, and Andrew discuss: Apprenticeships are expanding beyond traditional trades into diverse modern industries Blending education with real-world work through earn-and-learn pathways Rising demand for soft skills alongside technical knowledge The shift toward flexible career paths and lifelong learning Key Takeaways:  Apprenticeships now span fields like healthcare, cybersecurity, advanced manufacturing, and…

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…

10 Dec 2024
#152 Getting Student Leadership Experiences and Internships with INTERalliance

In this episode, Lisa, Keith, and Tejas discuss: The value…

03 Dec 2024
#151 Teen Career Development: Who’s Responsible? with Vicki Weisbrod

In this episode, Lisa and Vicki discuss: How your teen’s…