Years ago, as a high school graduate applying for a college scholarship, I (Tanya) tried an innovative research strategy. I was investigating the case of a Canadian man who was questionably convicted of murder. I decided to call his mother and ask about the defense’s evidence. She answered all my questions and sent a box of materials that convinced me of his innocence. I won the scholarship, and years later, after 23 years in jail, David Milgaard was freed. Now I find my boldness amazing, but I learned a lesson we’ve both applied in our teaching. A lot can happen when you dare to ask an expert.