# 549 Why Every Hygienist Should Read "Red Rising"

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Podcast: [A Tale of Two Hygienists Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/a-tale-of-two-hygienists-podcast-466582)
Published: 2026-07-29T10:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

What can a bestselling science fiction novel teach dental hygienists about leadership, advocacy, and challenging the status quo? In this special episode of A Tale of Two Hygienists, Jessica and Dave welcome back Ashley Kear (featured in Episode 521, From Dental Chair to Design Dreams: Ashley Kear on Building an Etsy Shop) for an out-of-the-box conversation about why Red Rising by Pierce Brown has become such a meaningful story for leadership and professional growth. Together, they explore the themes from the series that resonate with dental hygienists, the different leadership styles found throughout the books, and the parallels between Darrow's journey and the evolution of the dental hygiene profession. From questioning old systems to inspiring change, this conversation is all about thinking bigger, leading with purpose, and embracing what's possible. In this episode, you'll hear: Why Red Rising resonates with dental hygienists Leadership lessons from the series How challenging the status quo relates to advancing dental hygiene How stories can inspire stronger leaders, educators, and advocates Ashley's perspective on what hygienists can learn from the series If you enjoyed this conversation, share it with a fellow hygienist, leave a review, and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Resources: Read Red Rising by Pierce Brown: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/221552/red-rising-by-pierce-brown/ Contact Ashley: Amoorerdh@gmail.com Contact the Hosts Jessica Atkinson: jatkinson@endeavorb2b.com Dave Torres: dtorres@endeavorb2b.com

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