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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12 Aug 2025
#187 Authenticity Wins: How Intentionality Led Jack Goldstein to UPenn

In this episode, Lisa and Jack discuss: How authenticity influences a student’s journey through high school and college admissions Making intentional academic and extracurricular choices instead of chasing prestige Personal growth through adversity and how it can translate into advocacy and leadership Using entrepreneurship to solve real-world problems in the college admissions process Key Takeaways: …

01 Jul 2025
#181 How to Stay Close as a Family When Life Gets Busy with Jeremy Hill

In this episode, Lisa and Jeremy discuss: Navigating the tension…

24 Jun 2025
#180 Is an AI Major Right for Your Teen? with Dr. Jennifer Stephan

In this episode, Lisa and Jennifer discuss: AI as a…

17 Jun 2025
#179 Music Career Myths: What Parents Need to Know with Melissa Mulligan

In this episode, Lisa and Melissa discuss: The misconceptions and…

10 Jun 2025
#178 The New Admissions Reality: Prove Your Academic Preparedness with David Blobaum

In this episode, Lisa and David discuss: Evolving expectations in…

03 Jun 2025
#177 Empower Teens to Bridge Differences and Thrive with Tara Harvey

In this episode, Lisa and Tara discuss: Navigating cultural, generational,…

27 May 2025
#176 Boosting Selective College Admissions and Affordability with Phil Black

In this episode, Lisa and Phil discuss: The increasing competitiveness…