Designed by Default (and That’s the Problem)

Ever heard the riddle about the surgeon who says, “I can’t operate on him—he’s my son”?

If your brain short-circuited for a moment, you’re not alone.

In this episode, Cristina unpacks the quiet yet powerful force of unconscious bias. From everyday language to the assumptions baked into our systems, she explores how these hidden mental shortcuts affect the way we think, build, and connect.

It’s an invitation to slow down, get curious, and ask:

What defaults are we unconsciously designing into the world around us?