How can the worlds of wildlife conservation and music come together in perfect harmony? This episode brings together longtime members of The Wildlife Society, Emily Thoroski and Merlin Shoesmith, to show how science and art collide. Emily shares how she works with children in her school workshops to co-write songs about nature. Merlin brings a lifetime of wildlife experience, including an incredible story about facing over a dozen grizzlies in Yellowstone. Together, they explore the bal...
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How can the worlds of wildlife conservation and music come together in perfect harmony? This episode brings together longtime members of The Wildlife Society, Emily Thoroski and Merlin Shoesmith, to show how science and art collide. Emily shares how she works with children in her school workshops to co-write songs about nature. Merlin brings a lifetime of wildlife experience, including an incredible story about facing over a dozen grizzlies in Yellowstone. Together, they explore the bal...
Navigating the Human Side of a Science Career with Anna Chalfoun
Our Wild Lives
31 minutes
3 weeks ago
Navigating the Human Side of a Science Career with Anna Chalfoun
You signed up for wildlife science to work with animals—then discovered most of the job is working with people... In this episode, Katie sits down with Dr. Anna Chalfoun in Pinedale, Wyoming, to unpack the soft skills that drive great science: building a healthy lab culture, mentoring with intention, and navigating conflict without burning bridges. Anna shares candid lessons you can use whether you’re a new professor, a grad student searching for the right advisor, or a professional trying ...
Our Wild Lives
How can the worlds of wildlife conservation and music come together in perfect harmony? This episode brings together longtime members of The Wildlife Society, Emily Thoroski and Merlin Shoesmith, to show how science and art collide. Emily shares how she works with children in her school workshops to co-write songs about nature. Merlin brings a lifetime of wildlife experience, including an incredible story about facing over a dozen grizzlies in Yellowstone. Together, they explore the bal...