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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13 Jan 2026
#209 A Better Path? Why Skilled Trades Might Beat College with JJ Owen

In this episode, Lisa and JJ discuss: Rethinking post-high school pathways and expanding what counts as a successful career beyond the traditional four-year college path The role of curiosity, exposure, and hands-on experiences in meaningful career exploration The growing need for skilled and technical workers across multiple industries Supporting young people in finding aligned career…

02 Dec 2025
#203 Surviving Winter Break with Family: Andrea Malkin Brenner on Staying Connected

In this episode, Lisa and Andrea discuss: Navigating family dynamics…

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

In this episode, Lisa and Kami discuss: How curiosity shapes…

18 Nov 2025
#201 Building Post High School Resilience and Career Confidence: Ethan Zellner’s Journey

In this episode, Lisa and Ethan discuss: Managing setbacks and…

11 Nov 2025
#200 Celebrating 200 Episodes: The Truth About What’s Holding Young People Back

Two hundred episodes strong—and this celebration goes deeper than a…

04 Nov 2025
#199 Sports Careers Beyond the Game: Opportunities Off the Field with Stephen Master

In this episode, Lisa and Stephen discuss: How to turn…

28 Oct 2025
#198 Match Majors to Money: A Scholarship Strategy with Lisa, Dave & Mike

In this episode, Lisa, Dave, and Mike discuss: How career…