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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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 realities of pursuing a music career The value and limitations of majoring in music at college How parents can support teens responsibly pursuing creative paths Building sustainable and financially secure careers in the arts Key Takeaways:  Majoring in music is often unnecessary, and sometimes unhelpful,…

13 Sep 2022
#035 How my course helps with college visits, lists, apps, essays, & more

Show Notes EPISODE SUMMARY How well does your teen know…

06 Sep 2022
#034 Overcoming College Major Confusion

Show Notes EPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of College &…

30 Aug 2022
#033 Your College List: Majors & Careers

Show Notes EPISODE SUMMARY College truly is an investment, often…

23 Aug 2022
#032 Your College List: Financial Fit

Show Notes EPISODE SUMMARY Before you head into what is…

16 Aug 2022
#031 Your College List: Social Fit

Show Notes EPISODE SUMMARY My guest today is Grace Yi,…

09 Aug 2022
#030 Your College List: Academic Fit

Show Notes EPISODE SUMMARY The Four Pillars of Building a…