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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12 Aug 2025
#187 Authenticity Wins: How Intentionality Led Jack Goldstein to UPenn

In this episode, Lisa and Jack discuss: How authenticity influences a student’s journey through high school and college admissions Making intentional academic and extracurricular choices instead of chasing prestige Personal growth through adversity and how it can translate into advocacy and leadership Using entrepreneurship to solve real-world problems in the college admissions process Key Takeaways: …

03 Dec 2024
#151 Teen Career Development: Who’s Responsible? with Vicki Weisbrod

In this episode, Lisa and Vicki discuss: How your teen’s…

26 Nov 2024
#150 Move Beyond Helicopter Parenting with Cheryl Pankhurst

In this episode, Lisa and Cheryl discuss: Strategies to help…

19 Nov 2024
#149 Boosting STEM Student Success Through Math Contests with Vida John

In this episode, Lisa and Vida discuss: How math contests…

12 Nov 2024
#148 Teen Career Development: From Overwhelm to Confidence with Lisa Marker Robbins

In this episode, Lisa discusses: The ideal time to start…

05 Nov 2024
#147 Law Careers Beyond the Courtroom with Lauren McClain

In this episode, Lisa and Lauren discuss: Different legal field…

29 Oct 2024
#146 Overcoming Student Procrastination with Michelle McAnaney, the College Spy

In this episode, Lisa and Michelle discuss: The real reasons…