Tell a Good Story.
Sharing photos and videos from remote corners of the world. Inspiring students to pursue untraditional, meaningful careers. Equipping other science communicators with ideas, tools, and resources. Bridging the gap between extreme exploration and everyday life.
The presentations I give and the stories I tell illustrate this firm belief: scientific discovery and adventurous pursuits take many different forms.
Speaking on the main stage at Science Talk ‘22 in Portland, Oregon.
Past Speaking Events:
Host of multiple live events aboard E/V Nautilus, including Books and Bathymetry
Main Stage Presenter at Science Talk ‘22 and Science Talk ‘24
Featured Guest for Science Stories in Portland
Featured storyteller on the Story Collider Podcast
Workshop host at Science Talk ‘23
Featured speaker for UNC Research Week 2023
Featured speaker for 2022 Fellows at the STEM Advocacy Institute
Featured guest on Story Collider’s live show Women who Adventure
Featured guest on Closing the Gap podcast
Speaker for Carolina Women in STEM Seminar Series
Upcoming Speaking Engagements:
ComSciCon Triangle
Date: Sunday, January 26th, 2025
Location: Morehead Planetarium in Chapel Hill, NC
I am honored to be a panelist for the Entrepreneurship and Multimedia in SciComm event during the 10th annual ComSciCon - Triangle 2025. Facilitated through Harvard University, ComSciCon is a workshop for current graduate students interested in bolstering their science communication skills. Learn more (and apply to join us!) here: ComSciCon-Triangle 2025 Application
Research Beyond Academia
Date: Monday, March 24th, 2025
Location: Phillips Hall, campus of UNC-Chapel Hill
Chatting with current college students about untraditional career paths is always fun and rewarding. I am excited to return to the classroom to share my career story with students enrolled in Research Beyond Academia.
Science on Tap
Date: Wednesday, April 23rd, 2025
Location: Hatfield Marine Science Center in Newport, Oregon
Beers, science, and stories from the high seas! I am delighted to host the April Science on Tap at Hatfield Marine Science Center. My presentation will include photos, videos, and many stories about the challenges and rewards of conducting deep sea research. This event is free and open to the public.
“I first saw Marley present at the 2022 Science Talk conference and the experience left me very inspired. I had a ton of questions. I immediately invited her to talk with our Fellows at SAi to share her story and advice.
True to form, the session she hosted with our Fellows was another inspirational hit covering many important topics for early stage founders who are building informal science initiatives. I have no doubt we will have her back to talk to future fellows and residents at SAi.”
“Science communication is often an exciting but daunting field that students don’t always know how to get into. Marley’s talk was enlightening for students in our visual communications program, highlighting the importance of sharing not only science but the stories of the people behind discoveries. It was really inspirational to us – we all keep talking about it!”
“Marley’s talk was one of my favorites at the conference. Obviously, she has a dream job and career, but the choices she has made and the reality of doing some serious self-evaluation really resonated with me. It was validating and affirming to hear from someone successful but super relatable! Thank you for sharing your experience and advice!”
Want Marley to speak to your students or organization?
Please email mlparkermedia@gmail.com with the subject line “speaking”