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…

04 Nov 2025
#199 Sports Careers Beyond the Game: Opportunities Off the Field with Stephen Master

In this episode, Lisa and Stephen discuss: How to turn…

28 Oct 2025
#198 Match Majors to Money: A Scholarship Strategy with Lisa, Dave & Mike

In this episode, Lisa, Dave, and Mike discuss: How career…

21 Oct 2025
#197 Avoiding the Default Major: Smart Steps for Aspiring Business Students with Anita Doddi

In this episode, Lisa and Anita discuss: The growing trend…

14 Oct 2025
#196 5 Must-Know Hiring Trends & How They Impact Your Student with Christine Rigby-Hall

In this episode, Lisa and Christine discuss: Shifting hiring timelines…

07 Oct 2025
#195 Modern Manners that Boost Confidence & Career Readiness with Brooke Romney

In this episode, Lisa and Brooke discuss: The role of…

30 Sep 2025
#194 Music Careers Uncovered: Are They Really Viable And A Smart Choice?

In this episode, Lisa, Dr. Gangelhoff, Dr. Alaina, and Melissa…