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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25 Nov 2025
#202 How to Raise Curious, Future-Ready Teens – with Kami Wanous

In this episode, Lisa and Kami discuss: How curiosity shapes the development of lifelong learners who can adapt and grow over time Why box-checking habits weaken authentic engagement with learning What project-based learning offers as a bridge between interests and academics The role family culture plays in nurturing natural curiosity and supporting ongoing personal growth…

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

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

13 Aug 2024
#135 Transformative Cultural Abroad Experiences for Teen Personal Growth with Johnny Tock

In this episode, Lisa and Johnny discuss: The pressures students…

06 Aug 2024
#134 Public vs. Private Colleges: Myths and Facts with Dr. Matthew Ward

In this episode, Lisa and Matthew discuss: Common misconceptions regarding…

30 Jul 2024
#133 Tips for College-Bound Neurodiverse Students with Jessica Nelson

In this episode, Lisa and Jessica discuss: The three types…

23 Jul 2024
#132 Computer Science and STEM Admissions Tips with Jyoti Jain

  In this episode, Lisa and Jyoti discuss: Strategies for…

16 Jul 2024
#131 Exploring Liberal Arts Colleges: Benefits and Fit with Anne Ingersoll

In this episode, Lisa and Anne discuss: The benefits of…