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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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54:04

From Passive to Proactive: Making Your Wildlife...

Fancy Scientist with Dr. Stephanie Manka ·

2026/03/23

How do you actually make your wildlife career happen when you feel like you’ve missed your window? You got the degree, maybe even got some temporary jobs here and there, but you felt like you weren’t getting traction. Or couldn’t see how it could all come together. And time just keeps ticking away…That’s exactly how my former Successful Wildlife Professional student, Makeela Magomolla, was feeling before she joined my group mentoring program. Even though she was young at 25, the world was taken over

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57:22

No Experience, No problem! Building a Wildlife Career...

Fancy Scientist with Dr. Stephanie Manka ·

2026/03/14

Christina Weber did what most aspiring wildlife professionals think is impossible: she got every single offer she applied to with absolutely NO EXPERIENCE! How did she do it? That’s what this week’s episode of the Fancy Scientist Podcast is all about. After listening to this episode, I know you’ll walk away inspired, ready to take action, and make things happen in your career so that you can work towards having a real impact on the species that need our help.I invited my former Successful Wildlife

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69:02

From Flour Beetles to Forest Elephants: My 20 Year...

Fancy Scientist with Dr. Stephanie Manka ·

2026/03/08

I’ve recently gained a lot of new followers, so for this week’s episode of the Fancy Scientist Podcast, I wanted to share with you my vast experience that I’ve had working as a wildlife biologist for nearly twenty years, so that you can fully understand what this field is like.My career has taken me all over the world, and I’ve been on all different kinds of adventures: from hiking the deserts of Utah to the top of Mount Kenya, and from flour beetles to forest elephants. I have worked across four

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65:13

Building a Wildlife Career on Your Own Terms:...

Fancy Scientist with Dr. Stephanie Manka ·

2026/02/21

Normally when I do an interview for the Fancy Scientist podcast, it’s me interviewing a guest. But for this week’s episode, I’m flipping the script and the guest is….yours truly: Me!!You see, last year I was interviewed by my friend and fellow podcaster Andrew Lewin, who hosts the How to Protect the Ocean Podcast. Because I had such a great time chatting with him and my audience has grown so much recently, I thought It would be a great opportunity for you to get to know me more so that you can learn

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7:16

Observing Nature Through TOUCH | Wildlife Biology for...

Fancy Scientist with Dr. Stephanie Manka ·

2026/02/16

Making observations in nature isn’t just about what we see. Scientists use (almost) all of their senses to make observations, and in this video, we are focusing on the sense of touch. After exploring nature through sight, sound, and smell, it’s now time to focus on the textures of nature and discover how different plants, surfaces, and organisms actually feel. Make sure to watch the ENTIRE video and read ALL of the text here for best practices for you and wildlife, as well as helpful apps to

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6:08

Smell of the Wild: Observing Nature with Your Nose

Fancy Scientist with Dr. Stephanie Manka ·

2026/02/05

Scientists use most of their senses to conduct observations, a critical step in conducting research, and one of those senses is SMELL. We might not think of nature as being smelly, but we get so many of our everyday smells from nature. From the scents in our perfumes, deodorants, or candles to bringing nature into our homes to change the smell (think flowers or pine branches during the holidays) to our cleaning products, nature provides an abundance of smells. In this video, you'll learn about

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5:50

LISTEN Like a Scientist: Tips & Tools | Wildlife...

Fancy Scientist with Dr. Stephanie Manka ·

2026/01/21

Today, we're tuning into the world of animal sounds and learning to observe nature like true scientists. We'll sharpen our sense of SOUND, and I'll introduce an activity to close your eyes and listen to the natural world around you. Once you start REALLY listening, you'll be amazed at how noisy our world really is. You'll likely hear birds, mammals, and, depending on the time of year, insects and maybe even herps like amphibians!You'll also notice how much noise HUMANS make

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7:42

Learn Animal Behavior with Squirrels | Wildlife...

Fancy Scientist with Dr. Stephanie Manka ·

2026/01/13

Animal behavior is one of my FAVORITE topics, and we’re studying it through an animal you’ve probably seen a thousand times but never truly observed: squirrels!Why squirrels? They’re abundant, easy and fun to watch (one of my friends called them “our” monkeys), and perfect for learning how scientists study behavior in the real world. In this video, I talk about:What animal behavior is 💡The kinds of animals scientists study to understand behavior 🌍How YOU can help scientists by joining Project

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4:10

OBSERVE Like a Scientist: Tips & Tools | Wildlife...

Fancy Scientist with Dr. Stephanie Manka ·

2025/11/13

Conducting accurate and meaningful observations are a CRITICAL part of being a scientist. In this video, learn how to conduct DETAILED observations in nature. Discover the benefits of nature journaling and using a camera to capture intricate things you wouldn't notice.Are you a parent wanting to get your kids outside and learning about wildlife? Join the Wildlife Biology for Kids Club! You'll receive exclusive access to the accompanying downloadable activities, printables, get connected with

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51:44

Plentiful Work in a Competitive Field: Wetland...

Fancy Scientist with Dr. Stephanie Manka ·

2025/11/06

It’s well known that careers in wildlife, conservation, and the environment are incredibly competitive. In fact, it’s not uncommon for a job to have hundreds of applicants. So you might be surprised to hear that there are jobs that are difficult for employers to fill. Yes, difficult! (insert mind blown emoji here). To be honest, I was surprised too. Today’s episode of the Fancy Scientist podcast is inspired by this recent insight, and it came about through a new connection on LinkedIn. Dr. Patrick

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11:13

Leave the Leaves: Fall Leaf Science & How Leaves Help...

Fancy Scientist with Dr. Stephanie Manka ·

2025/11/02

t’s fall, which means the leaves are falling off the trees and soon they’ll be on the ground. But don’t throw those leaves out! Here you’ll learn how leaves are a valuable resource for wildlife. In this video, we’re going to get curious about and explore the beautiful transformation of leaves from their normal green into shades of red, orange, and yellow. Have you ever wondered why this happens? And why, after this color change leaves eventually fall off? Then, I’ll talk about why leaves are so

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110:57

Breaking Through from Rejection & Putting the 3...

Fancy Scientist with Dr. Stephanie Manka ·

2025/10/17

In this special episode of the Fancy Scientist podcast, you'll gain access to my free training series Becoming a Wildlife Professional Training. This 3 part series teaching you the 3 essential factors you need to secure a permanent job in wildlife biology, ecology, zoology, or conservation biology careers so that you can do what you love and make a difference, is available only until October 23rd until midnight. In this epsiode, you'll finally, understand why you are applying and applying to

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84:58

Setting the Winning Strategy to Your Wildlife Dream...

Fancy Scientist with Dr. Stephanie Manka ·

2025/10/15

In this special episode of the Fancy Scientist podcast, you'll gain access to my free training series Becoming a Wildlife Professional Training. This 3 part series teaching you the 3 essential factors you need to secure a permanent job in wildlife biology, ecology, zoology, or conservation biology careers so that you can do what you love and make a difference is available only until October 23rd until midnight. In this training, you’ll learn the three key components that comprise a winning

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83:53

Laying the Foundations of a PAID Wildlife Career:...

Fancy Scientist with Dr. Stephanie Manka ·

2025/10/10

In this special episode of the Fancy Scientist podcast, you'll gain access to my free training series, Becoming a Wildlife Professional Training. This 3 part series teaching you the 3 essential factors you need to secure a permanent job in wildlife biology, ecology, zoology, or conservation biology careers so that you can do what you love and make a difference is available only until October 23rd until midnight. In Training 1, you'll discover the ineffective patterns and outside influences

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8:30

Get to Know Your Trees | Wildlife Biology for Kids Club

Fancy Scientist with Dr. Stephanie Manka ·

2025/09/25

Did you know that by modern definitions, trees ARE wildlife? Often overlooked, trees are actually living, breathing beings. In this video, we’ll explore how magnificent they are, and I’ll give you some tips to get you started with identifications so that you can get to know the trees around you! We’ll dive into the crucial role that trees play in our survival and the survival of the animals we love.As the northern hemisphere transitions from summer to fall, it's the ideal time to study deciduous

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5:30

Increase Your Bird Life List | Wildlife Biology for...

Fancy Scientist with Dr. Stephanie Manka ·

2025/09/20

Learn my 5 BEST and super easy tips to maximize your bird life list. That is, the number of bird species you see over your life! Birds are amazing because they are everywhere and a fantastic way to get hooked on nature. In this podcast, you'll discover things like how different habitats, times of day, expert-led walks, and the power of the Merlin Bird ID app can get you finding new species. In fact, during spring migration, I saw 10 new species using these tips. Perfect for both kids and adults

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7:11

Bird for Science with eBird | Wildlife Biology for...

Fancy Scientist with Dr. Stephanie Manka ·

2025/09/11

Learn how to conduct a real bird survey just like wildlife biologists and provide invaluable data for REAL SCIENCE.In today's episode of the Wildlife Biology for Kids Club, I take you through the steps of using eBird, showing you how to contribute important bird data - no matter where you are located in the world. I will guide you through the process of setting up and conducting your own survey, whether from a single spot or while walking, and show you how to use the eBird app. You'll also

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6:46

Identify Birds by Song EASILY! | Wildlife Biology for...

Fancy Scientist with Dr. Stephanie Manka ·

2025/09/04

When studying birds, you can use two different observational skill sets: sight and SOUND.In today’s episode of the Wildlife Biology for Kids Club, I teach you how to find and identify bird songs with one of my favorite nature apps, Merlin Bird ID developed by the Cornell Lab of Ornithology.I'll show you how easy it is to use and challenge you to find five new bird species using the app's sound identification feature.Don't forget to subscribe for more fun and educational content, and join

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7:35

Beginner Birding Tips for Migration | Wildlife...

Fancy Scientist with Dr. Stephanie Manka ·

2025/08/27

Birds are around us every day, but during migration you have the opportunity to see species that are here for only short windows of time! Once you start looking for birds, you'll realize how many species there are, and you'll want to keep finding more.In this week's episode of the Wildlife Biology for Kids Club, I teach you basic tips on how to find a variety of bird species and the key characteristics to start identification. You’ll learn about why birds migrate for thousands of miles,

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42:18

FULLY Fund Yourself for Graduate School: Interview...

Fancy Scientist with Dr. Stephanie Manka ·

2025/08/22

Today’s podcast episode idea was inspired by an incredible success that I recently discovered from one of my students that I know you’ll be interested in. This episode is highly relevant if you want to go into wildlife careers, especially graduate school, but the lessons that you’ll learn from my student’s experience apply to ANY situation. You’ll learn a winning process that I regularly use with my students that will get you results. In her case, it was an extremely prestigious grant that enabled

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