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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06 Jan 2026
#208 How to Support Career Planning When Chronic Health is a Factor with Annie Tulkin

In this episode, Lisa and Annie discuss: Career planning when chronic health conditions or physical disabilities affect daily functioning Self-advocacy and accommodations across education, training, and employment Aligning career choices with realistic capacity and long-term sustainability Using real-world experiences and conversations to validate career fit Key Takeaways:  College provides a structured environment where students can…

19 Sep 2023
#088 Executive Function Skills for College Success with Lauran Kerr-Heraly

In this episode, Lisa and Lauran discuss: The 4 (surprising)…

12 Sep 2023
#087 Why Applying Early to Your College Of Choice Could be a Strategic Win with Julie Kelsheimer

In this episode, Lisa and Julie discuss: Explaining the menu…

05 Sep 2023
#086 Advice for High School Athletes About Playing in College with Dave Morris

In this episode, Lisa and Dave discuss: The lucrative nature…

29 Aug 2023
#085 Upcoming Changes to Federal Financial Aid with Beth Walker

In this episode, Lisa and Beth discuss: The changes to…

22 Aug 2023
#084 How to Write the “Why this Major” College Essay with Lisa Marker Robbins

In this episode, Lisa discusses: What supplemental college essays are…

15 Aug 2023
#083 Life Preparation through the SAT/ACT with Barak Moore

In this episode, Lisa and Barak discuss: Life skills, not…