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…

19 Nov 2024
#149 Boosting STEM Student Success Through Math Contests with Vida John

In this episode, Lisa and Vida discuss: How math contests…

12 Nov 2024
#148 Teen Career Development: From Overwhelm to Confidence with Lisa Marker Robbins

In this episode, Lisa discusses: The ideal time to start…

05 Nov 2024
#147 Law Careers Beyond the Courtroom with Lauren McClain

In this episode, Lisa and Lauren discuss: Different legal field…

29 Oct 2024
#146 Overcoming Student Procrastination with Michelle McAnaney, the College Spy

In this episode, Lisa and Michelle discuss: The real reasons…

22 Oct 2024
#145 Early College Application Strategies with Jeff Levy & Jennie Kent

In this episode, Lisa, Jeff, and Jennie discuss: The different…

15 Oct 2024
#144 Military Service Academy Majors & Career Paths with Phil Black

In this episode, Lisa and Phil discuss: Understanding the unique…