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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09 Jun 2026
#230 Stop Trying to Impress Colleges: What Admissions Really Want with Susan Knoppow

What if the biggest mistake in college admissions is trying to impress colleges instead of helping them understand who you are? In this episode, Lisa Marker-Robbins sits down with Susan Knoppow to discuss what admissions officers are actually looking for, why applicants often miss the point of essay prompts, and how a strong process leads…

21 Mar 2023
#062 Gap Year: Is it a better freshmen start?

Show Notes EPISODE SUMMARY Is the gap year for your…

14 Mar 2023
#061 COVID Impact on College Admissions

Show Notes EPISODE SUMMARY As we hit the third anniversary…

07 Mar 2023
#060 Say Goodbye to the Paper SAT Test

Show Notes EPISODE SUMMARY It’s the end of an era…

28 Feb 2023
#059 Career Close-Up: Accounting Doesn’t Have to be Boring

Show Notes EPISODE SUMMARY Forensic accounting brings some excitement to…

21 Feb 2023
#058 Navigating the Competitive Landscape of Computer Science Admissions

Show Notes EPISODE SUMMARY Computer science is currently one of…

14 Feb 2023
#057 College Admission by Major with Andy Borst

Show Notes EPISODE SUMMARY At many schools, like the University…