What to read, watch, and listen to if you lovedDare to Lead
Brené Brown · Book · 2018
If you loved Dare to Lead, start with Craig Groeschel Leadership Podcast (Life.Church, 2026) — a podcast on the same thread. Below: 4 films, 4 series and 2 podcasts, each matched to Dare to Lead across media.
If you loved Dare to Lead, you will appreciate how these stories examine the raw, uncomfortable courage required to lead effectively.
Films on the same thread
Dune
Denis Villeneuve · Film · 2021
Explores: Destiny vs. Free Will, Colonialism, Environmentalism.
Like Dare to Lead, this epic explores the heavy burden of authority, showing how a leader must reconcile personal destiny with the profound accountability of protecting their people.
Barbie
Greta Gerwig · Film · 2023
Explores: Existentialism, Gender Roles, Self-Discovery.
This story mirrors the vulnerability championed in Dare to Lead by forcing its protagonist to leave a safe, curated existence to embrace the messy reality of true self-discovery.
A Star Is Born
Bradley Cooper · Film · 2018
Explores: Fame and Addiction, The Price of Fame, Intergenerational Romance.
Much like the difficult conversations necessitated by Dare to Lead, this drama highlights how creative collaboration and professional success can be tested by the weight of personal accountability.
Top Gun: Maverick
Film · 2022
Explores: Mentorship, Legacy, Redemption.
This film exemplifies the mentorship principles in Dare to Lead, illustrating how a seasoned leader must move past their own ego to develop the potential of others.
Series on the same thread
Borgen
Adam Price · Series · 2010
Explores: Political Intrigue, Moral Dilemmas, Power and Corruption.
Birgitte Nyborg faces the exact moral dilemmas discussed in Dare to Lead, demonstrating that effective leadership requires balancing high-level political power with deep-seated personal integrity and empathy.
The Bear
Christopher Storer · Series · 2022
Explores: Grief, Family Business, Working Class.
This series captures the grit required to transform a workplace, echoing the Dare to Lead focus on building a resilient, chosen family through transparency and shared, difficult work.
Breaking Bad
Vince Gilligan · Series · 2008
Explores: Moral Decay, Man Breaking Bad, Consequences of Crime.
Watching this character arc serves as a cautionary tale for the leadership concepts in Dare to Lead, highlighting what happens when accountability is abandoned in favor of fear.
Marvel's Daredevil
Drew Goddard · Series · 2015
Explores: Vigilantism, Moral Ambiguity, Disability & Superpowers.
The moral ambiguity here reflects the complex, uncomfortable situations detailed in Dare to Lead, showing how one must navigate personal vulnerability while serving the greater good of others.
Podcasts on the same thread
Craig Groeschel Leadership Podcast
Life.Church · Podcast · 2026
Explores: Mentorship, Team Dynamics, Professional Growth.
This podcast directly expands on the practical coaching lessons found in Dare to Lead, offering actionable insights into servant leadership and the development of healthy team dynamics.
The Curiosity Shop with Brené Brown and Adam Grant
Vox Media Podcast Network · Podcast
Explores: critical inquiry, lifelong learning, intellectual humility.
This show deepens the intellectual inquiry begun in Dare to Lead, fostering the same commitment to vulnerability and lifelong learning necessary for growth in any leadership role.
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Common questions
Is Dare to Lead a practical guide for managers?
Yes, Dare to Lead focuses on cultivating daring leaders by developing potential in people and sharing power. The book provides a framework for aligning authority with accountability while encouraging leaders to engage in difficult conversations rather than avoiding them.
What is the primary goal of Dare to Lead?
The primary goal of Dare to Lead is to help individuals become more courageous leaders. By recognizing the potential in others and embracing accountability, readers learn how to navigate challenging situations and foster a culture of daring leadership within their organizations.
How does Dare to Lead address difficult conversations?
Dare to Lead teaches that effective leadership requires the courage to face difficult conversations and situations directly. Instead of avoiding conflict, the book provides strategies for leaders to address these moments with integrity and accountability to better support their teams.
Does Dare to Lead explain how to share power in a workplace?
Yes, Dare to Lead explores the necessity of sharing power as a component of daring leadership. The book outlines how leaders can move away from traditional hierarchies by recognizing the potential in their team members and fostering an environment of mutual accountability.