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Fancy Scientist with Dr. Stephanie Manka

Dr. Stephanie Schuttler, the Fancy Scientist, is a wildlife biologist who loves breaking stereotypes and talking about the natural world. In this podcast, she shares her knowledge of animals, experiences as a wildlife biologist, and simple lifestyle choices you can make to conserve nature. Her 17 years in wildlife biology taught her that science alone cannot save species. We need to take collective action through simple things we can do every day. This podcast is for anyone who likes animals and

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36:47

Breaking Through the Conservation Career Trap

Fancy Scientist with Dr. Stephanie Manka ·

2024/03/06

This week’s episode of the Fancy Scientist podcast was inspired by an extremely honest and vulnerable article by Georgina Mayhew called The Conservation Career Trap. When I posted this in my Getting a Job in Wildlife Biology Facebook group, it sparked an overwhelming response from others sharing similar sentiments or fears that the same would happen to them. Some standout comments included: “Everyone I speak to in the industry is frustrated, feels taken advantage of because they feel the job is seen

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50:52

Reviving the Soul of Science: Lessons from Braiding...

Fancy Scientist with Dr. Stephanie Manka ·

2024/01/09

The wisdom of Dr. Robin Wall Kimmerer's book Braiding Sweetgrass has lingered in my mind and heart for quite some time. This episode of the Fancy Scientist podcast is pretty different from past ones, and I'm excited to explore with you the bridge between science and spirituality I hope you’ll have an open mind to explore with me.Robin’s book inspired this podcast, leaving me with lots of thoughts and wisdom from her lessons on indigenous knowledge, nature connections, and science. I made

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54:10

From Rescues to Releases: Wildlife Rehabilitation...

Fancy Scientist with Dr. Stephanie Manka ·

2023/12/12

I have so many followers interested in careers in wildlife rehabilitation so I am especially excited about this week’s episode of the Fancy Scientist podcast. I sat down with veterinarian nurse and wildlife rehabilitator, Joey Solimine AKA Joey of the Jungle. Joey is not your average adventurer - she travels all over Central and South America volunteering at different wildlife rehabilitation centers taking care of animals that have been injured, trafficked, and rescued with the hopes that they can

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47:29

Coexisting and Resolving Conflicts with Carnivores:...

Fancy Scientist with Dr. Stephanie Manka ·

2023/11/28

Around the world, carnivores have been and still are heavily persecuted. Although the percentages are low, they do kill livestock, pets, and even people. The most common knee-jerk reaction for people is to do something about it, which almost always means killing the animal. For conservationists and wildlife lovers, this is a tough pill to swallow; it seems unfair to punish an animal for doing what it does and predators play important roles in the ecosystem. But even more fundamental than that -

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48:36

Journeys into the Wilderness: Interview with Explorer...

Fancy Scientist with Dr. Stephanie Manka ·

2023/11/07

I'm thrilled to bring you another exciting episode this week on the Fancy Scientist podcast with National Geographic explorer and science writer Jon Waterman. Jon is not only an author of an impressive 15 books, but a modern-day explorer who's ventured into many remote and wild spaces. In his latest book, "Atlas of Wild America," published by National Geographic, he takes you to North America’s wild areas in a visual masterpiece packed with stunning photographs and intricate maps.In

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40:02

Ensuring Your Own Success in Wildlife Careers

Fancy Scientist with Dr. Stephanie Manka ·

2023/10/24

This week’s podcast is a little different - instead of interviewing a guest or even doing a solo episode, it’s an excerpt from a professional development session in my Successful Wildlife Professional program. I had my students watch a podcast interview of Sara Blakely, the founder of Spanx. Chances are, you’re probably thinking, what in the world does slimming undergarments have to do with wildlife careers? Well not a lot, but the lessons from Sara Blakely’s experiences are pure gold and 100%

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34:20

Road Ecology and Wildlife Conservation Challenges in...

Fancy Scientist with Dr. Stephanie Manka ·

2023/09/27

A big lesson that I learned from studying abroad in Kenya is that the key to understanding a place's wildlife and conservation issues is to connect with the people living there. When my travels led me to Brazil, I knew I had to seize the opportunity to learn about its unique conservation challenges and the incredible research being done there through the passionate scientists who working on the ground.Our guest on this week’s Fancy Scientist podcast, Dr. Fernanda Teixeira, is not only a

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45:38

Leadership Lessons from the Animal Kingdom: Interview...

Fancy Scientist with Dr. Stephanie Manka ·

2023/09/12

Lots of people think that the only way you can work in conservation and make a difference is by studying threatened animals to learn more about them so that we can save them. But there are a million ways to make a difference and drive impact in this field, especially when you follow your heart, pursue your passion, and open yourself up to creative possibilities.In today’s Fancy Scientist podcast episode, we have a guest like none other before, author, keynote speaker, and facilitator Julie C. Henry,

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45:08

What if Cities Weren’t the Bad Guys? Exploring Urban...

Fancy Scientist with Dr. Stephanie Manka ·

2023/08/01

After recently moving to the Chicago area, I have been captivated by the urban wildlife in the area, particularly the coyotes. Seeing them in broad daylight, not just at dusk or from afar, has been a remarkable experience! (I’ve only seen a coyote once in my life and it was in Yellowstone National Park before) I wanted to learn more about the work being done to understand and appreciate urban species like these coyotes.In today's Fancy Scientist podcast episode, I had the pleasure of speaking

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28:53

Resilience in the Face of Setbacks: Interview with...

Fancy Scientist with Dr. Stephanie Manka ·

2023/06/01

Navigating career paths can be a daunting challenge. We pour our time and effort into applications, only to be met with rejection after rejection. Many aspiring wildlife professionals can relate to the frustration and self-doubt that arise from these setbacks.In the pursuit of our dreams and career goals, we often find ourselves facing moments of self-doubt and uncertainty. Thoughts of inadequacy and imposter syndrome can quietly seep in, casting doubts on our abilities and leaving us feeling

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41:36

Volunteering Abroad for Wildlife Biology: Interview...

Fancy Scientist with Dr. Stephanie Manka ·

2023/05/08

Experience is critical to build your career in wildlife, ecology, or conservation biology. When you’re just starting out though, this can be hard to get. Even unpaid volunteer positions can be treated like jobs where you apply and can get rejected.Some of these volunteer positions are through organizations abroad, especially Africa, where they tell aspiring wildlife professionals that they can get experience by volunteering in their organization doing things like tracking and surveying animals. But

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36:10

The Power of Tiny Changes in Atomic Habits in Your...

Fancy Scientist with Dr. Stephanie Manka ·

2023/03/24

As a wildlife professional, I understand the struggles that many professionals in this field face when trying to secure a job. It’s easy to become overwhelmed by the larger goals and overlook the smaller, yet crucial, steps needed to succeed. Pursuing a wildlife career can be a challenging endeavor that demands significant effort and perseverance.Perhaps you’re currently wondering what the secret ingredient is to achieving a thriving career in wildlife. I myself have pondered the same thing in the

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37:57

Never Give Up on Your Wildlife Dream Job: Interview...

Fancy Scientist with Dr. Stephanie Manka ·

2023/01/27

I love hearing success stories from people who have finally landed their dream jobs, especially after challenging and twisty career paths. I always like to say, your current situation is not your final destination, so I believe to strive toward your dream relentlessly.Additionally, most professors do not know how to advise for non-academic jobs. Have you been frustrated that your university has no experts in the field you wish to pursue and you feel lost? Most aspiring wildlife professionals look

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52:45

Finding Your Identity in Wildlife Work

Fancy Scientist with Dr. Stephanie Manka ·

2022/12/21

When I give advice to young wildlife professionals or those aspiring to go into this career, I always tell them to reverse engineer it. To “start with the end in mind,” (a quote from Stephen Covey), but what if you don’t know what the end looks like?Or what happens if you thought you wanted something and you went after it, but then you realized maybe you want something else. And if you decide to pursue that other thing, what does that mean about you?How do you know who you really are and what you

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20:08

From Web Developer to Starting an Environmental...

Fancy Scientist with Dr. Stephanie Manka ·

2022/12/07

Have you ever thought about starting an environmental career, but instead chose a more “safe” and “secure” route? Or maybe you are currently tempted by it or you simply didn’t know how to go about a wildlife career and took a path that was more easily laid out? Is there a part of you that still wonders “what if?” but worries it might be too late or are too scared to step out of your comfort zone?We only get one life to live and so much of our lives are dedicated to our work – simply by the hours put

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37:51

30 years of Wildlife Career Advice: Interview with...

Fancy Scientist with Dr. Stephanie Manka ·

2022/11/10

It’s no secret that the wildlife or conservation field can be competitive, and many of you have always asked me, “How do I get my foot in the door?” or “Is there any chance that I will get a permanent job in the future?” And my answer is always yes. If this is what you truly want, you can get it, but it will require strategy. Gone are the days of just getting a degree and a job quickly, which will require other things you might not know about and even thinking outside the box. Scott Putnam loves to

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35:33

How I Wrote My First Books and You Can Too!

Fancy Scientist with Dr. Stephanie Manka ·

2022/06/30

You may have heard me on social media talk about how I am writing a kids’ book and unless you are new to the podcast, you will already know that I wrote a book called Getting a Job in Wildlife Biology: What It’s Like and What You Need to Know. I am so excited to announce that my kids’ book, My First Book of Earth, is now available for pre-order and will soon be available everywhere on August 2nd.With this official news, lots of people have been asking me, how I did this. Today I am going into detail

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32:39

9 Biggest Mistakes Struggling Wildlife Job Seekers Make

Fancy Scientist with Dr. Stephanie Manka ·

2022/05/23

I know that so many of you out there are struggling to get jobs in wildlife biology. I see all of these posts in the wildlife Facebook groups, and when people join my own Facebook group, Getting a Job in Wildlife Biology, I reach out to them and ask them what they’re struggling with. I truly understand how tough it is out there to get a job.There is more competition than ever before, and the requirements have changed. What used to get you a job is not good enough now. People are frustrated, tired,

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50:39

Getting a Wildlife Career with NO Wildlife...

Fancy Scientist with Dr. Stephanie Manka ·

2022/05/18

One of my favorite podcast episodes to share with people is #46: Starting a Wildlife Career at 40: Interview with Jeffrey Hunter. In this episode, I interview Jeffrey Hunter of the National Parks Conservation Association on how he left his corporate job to pursue one in wildlife at 40. One of the people listening to this was Ron Lewis. During the pandemic, Ron was let go from his engineering job at 49. He always loved wildlife and it had lingered in the back of his mind that he should pursue a

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30:47

What Do Careers with Endangered Species Look Like?

Fancy Scientist with Dr. Stephanie Manka ·

2022/05/03

Whenever I talk to someone who wants my help, I always ask them “What is your ultimate career goal?” and frequently the answer is “something with endangered species.We’ve all seen the videos of scientists opening up a cage with a wolf inside, and it sprinting out of it to return to the wild where it belongs, or some variation of that with another species. These videos are so inspiring and uplifting – they make us feel so good and like there is hope for conservation. But there’s a lot of work that

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