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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10 Mar 2026
#217 Why “Find a Job You Love” Sends the Wrong Message to Gen Z

In this continuation of her series unpacking common phrases we say to young people about careers, Lisa Marker-Robbins tackles the well-known advice, “Find a job you love, and you’ll never work a day in your life.” She explains how this inspirational soundbite, while poetic, creates unrealistic expectations about what work should feel like.  Drawing on…

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

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

26 Nov 2024
#150 Move Beyond Helicopter Parenting with Cheryl Pankhurst

In this episode, Lisa and Cheryl discuss: Strategies to help…

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…