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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10 Mar 2026
#217 Why “Find a Job You Love” Sends the Wrong Message to Gen Z

In this continuation of her series unpacking common phrases we say to young people about careers, Lisa Marker-Robbins tackles the well-known advice, “Find a job you love, and you’ll never work a day in your life.” She explains how this inspirational soundbite, while poetic, creates unrealistic expectations about what work should feel like.  Drawing on…

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…

08 Aug 2023
#082 Facing the Unexpected: How to Get to College During Tough Times with Wendy Briley

In this episode, Lisa and Wendy discuss: What are the…

01 Aug 2023
#081 Free Resources to Search for Colleges that Fit Your Teen with Susie Watts

In this episode Lisa and Susie discuss: When to really…

25 Jul 2023
#080 Steps to Crush Teen Stress and Bring Relief with Dr. Ben Bernstein

In this episode, Lisa and Ben discuss: The biggest challenge…