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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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36:16

Becoming Unstoppable: Traits of a Successful Wildlife...

Fancy Scientist with Dr. Stephanie Manka ·

2024/08/01

What does it take to be successful in wildlife careers?You might be thinking: Lots of experience in far away placesHaving a strong network of top scientists and other wildlife professionalsKnowing GIS like a proCourses in wildlife handling, trapping, and trackingHaving a Master’s or Ph.D.Some of those things *do* help (others don’t even help much!), but they still are not getting at the core of what it REALLY takes to be successful in a wildlife career.You see, those things are the results of first

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38:38

Breaking through Wildlife Career Despair: Why...

Fancy Scientist with Dr. Stephanie Manka ·

2024/07/16

If you’re like most people pursuing a wildlife career, at some point, you’ve felt like you’re giving it your all, but going nowhere. Like a field vehicle stuck in the mud, you’re pressing the gas pedal as hard as you can, but the wheels are just spinning, flinging mud (maybe even in your face - I’ve been there!) and you’re in the exact same spot. Or maybe you’ve felt like you’re furiously treading water, moving your body as fast as you can, you're exhausted just trying to keep up, but no matter

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35:59

Wildlife Career Salaries: The Hidden Costs Behind Job...

Fancy Scientist with Dr. Stephanie Manka ·

2024/07/02

On the surface, it seems like careers in wildlife are pretty financially solid. If you search online for how much wildlife biologists make, you’ll discover it’s about $70K here in the US. In fact, when I discovered wildlife biology as a career option, I was incredibly relieved to see a solid salary posted! I was previously pursuing a career in acting, which is notorious for having low salaries, lots of unpaid work, uncertainty, and risk. But after 20 years of being in this field working in

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28:41

9 Networking Mistakes Aspiring Wildlife Professionals...

Fancy Scientist with Dr. Stephanie Manka ·

2024/06/18

Networking is super important. As someone who has been in the wildlife field for over 20 years and has attended countless scientific conferences since 2006, I know firsthand how networking can influence your career success. Experience is most important, but at times, who you know can even trump this. Networking can lead to jobs you didn’t know about, or maybe didn’t even exist in addition to other helpful career-building impacts like publication and volunteer opportunities. And if you want to study

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29:15

Best Scientific Conferences for Wildlife: What are...

Fancy Scientist with Dr. Stephanie Manka ·

2024/06/04

Have you heard of scientific conferences, but are not sure what they are? Do you think you should be attending, but aren’t sure exactly why? Or are you attending scientific conferences, but not getting as much out of them as you think you should? Whether you are a scientific conference newbie or a seasoned attendee, as we head into the summer conference season, I wanted to get you the inside scoop on what these events are all about and why they're an important component to becoming a successful

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49:25

Powering Conservation: Interview with The Nature...

Fancy Scientist with Dr. Stephanie Manka ·

2024/05/21

When I was working as a postdoctoral researcher studying wildlife using camera traps, I had the pleasure of working alongside Dr. Liz Kalies who was integral in modeling the results of our large-scale projects. Back then, we were both passionate young(er) scientists trying to figure out our role in conservation biology. While my path eventually led me here to science communication and career mentoring, Liz took her to a seemingly unexpected, but exciting path - she's now the lead renewable

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57:38

Unplugged Adventures: The Art of Nature Journaling...

Fancy Scientist with Dr. Stephanie Manka ·

2024/05/07

As someone who deeply values the importance of connecting people with nature, I was thrilled to have John Muir Laws as a guest on the latest episode of The Fancy Scientist podcast. Ever since completing my PhD and working with kids, I've recognized that fostering an emotional attachment to nature, especially during childhood, is a central solution to all conservation problems. Because when people aren’t emotionally attached to nature, they won’t know how to care about its decline and loss. These

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48:02

From Science to Storytelling: Interview with...

Fancy Scientist with Dr. Stephanie Manka ·

2024/04/24

This week, I’m continuing to turn the tables on conservation podcasters by interviewing them. I had the great pleasure of sitting down with one of the Earth to Humans podcast hosts, Hannah Mulvany. Earth to Humans explores humankind's relationship with planet Earth, covering topics within the environmental and conservation space through the diverse perspectives of its three hosts—including this episode's guest, Hannah Mulvany.In addition to being a host and a part-time field biologist,

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34:03

Inspiring Powerful Forces for Nature: Interview with...

Fancy Scientist with Dr. Stephanie Manka ·

2024/04/09

I was instantly captivated when I first discovered Crystal DiMicelli's podcast, Forces for Nature. You know that feeling when you find someone who shares your passion and vibe on a level that just feels right? Well, that's exactly what I felt when I tuned in!You see, Crystal and I share a deep love for conservation and wildlife issues, and like me, Crystal understands that the “doom and gloom” narrative is not the most effective when inspiring change. Instead, on her podcast, she spotlights

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42:30

Journey from Nepal to a Master's degree in the US:...

Fancy Scientist with Dr. Stephanie Manka ·

2024/03/19

When it comes to careers in wildlife, one of the things you’ll hear me say over and over again is that you need to go after what you want - you can’t just sit back and wait for things to happen. YOU have to make them happen. But what happens if you don’t know how to go after what you want? You aren’t sure exactly what to do? That was the case for Chitra Rekha Basyal, one of my students in the Successful Wildlife Professional program. In this episode of the Fancy Scientist podcast, I want to share

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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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