Join us in Dallas, TX at The Wild Detectives for a night of true, personal stories about journeys in science!
Hosted by Hoda Emam and Juan Carlos Martinez Jr.
Stories by:
Adithi Ramakrishnan is a Science Reporting Fellow with The Dallas Morning News, where she's written about everything from marine lizard fossils to cancer-killing molecules. She's a Virginia native and has a degree in neuroscience from the College of William and Mary in Williamsburg, VA. When she is not writing about science, Adithi enjoys dancing, reading and listening to podcasts.
Maddison Hall is a mother and rare disease advocate. She lives in McKinney, Texas with her daughter, Eleanor. Maddison is the Communications Coordinator for the Glut1 Deficiency Foundation and became involved with them when her daughter was diagnosed with Glut1 Deficiency Syndrome shortly before her 2nd birthday in 2021. She remains an active research participant in a search for answers as her daughter remains genetically undiagnosed.
Dan Sturdivant has captivated audiences for the past five years with his true, heartfelt stories. Dan is known for his honesty, humor, and ability to connect with a diverse audience. He tells stories that are relatable to people from all walks of life. His stories, whether poignant, funny, or inspirational, reveal universal truths about the human condition. Dan has honed his craft by performing at various venues throughout Texas. Dan is excited to be a part of tonight's show, and he hopes his stories will help you see a little of yourself in others.
Hoda Emam is the co-producer for the Story Collider Dallas show. She is a multimedia journalist with 15+ years of experience reporting in the Middle East and the U.S. Hoda holds a Bachelor's degree in science with a minor in chemistry as well as a Master's degree in Digital Media. Her passions include exploring new trails and playgrounds with her little humans and drinking coffee…lots of coffee.
Once deep-fried in an almost 20-year-long restaurant career, Casie Caldwell has now simmered down into the world of marketing consulting. While her culinary chronicles remain a proud part of her legacy, it's her newfound passion for pickleball that's spicing up her life. Her friends joke about her undeniable "pickleball problem” now that she’s crafted her work schedule around being on the court five times a week without fail. And her penchant for decorating everything, including her Halloween décor, with everything pickleball-related, truly gives the game away! Beyond the court, Casie cherishes the art of storytelling and life's quieter moments on the lake with her wife and ever-loyal Australian Shepherd, Indigo. Trading the sizzle of restaurant operations for the pop of pickleball shots, she's found a delightful balance between her professional journey and her playful present.