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…

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…

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…