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…

26 Dec 2023
#102 Classic Rewind: College Admission by Major with Andy Borst

EPISODE SUMMARY At many schools, like the University of Illinois…

19 Dec 2023
#101 Classic Rewind: Everything You Think You Know About College Essays Is Wrong with Susan Knoppow

In this episode Lisa and Susan discuss: What admissions officers…

05 Dec 2023
#099 Navigating College with Physical Disabilities and Health Conditions with Annie Tulkin

In this episode, Lisa and Annie discuss: The Disability Tax…

28 Nov 2023
#098 How Your Teen Can Benefit from an Honors College with Sylvia Borgo

In this episode, Lisa and Sylvia discuss: Why Honors Colleges…

21 Nov 2023
#097 How Colleges Assess Your Teen’s Fit to Major with Lisa Marker Robbins

In this episode, Lisa discusses: How your student can demonstrate…