Vivian Zayas, a psychologist from Cornell University, and Stephanie Johnson, from the University of Colorado Boulder, dive deep into the complexities of beauty bias. They explore how our judgments of competence and character are often skewed by appearance, with personal anecdotes revealing the pitfalls of first impressions. The conversation touches on how celebrity endorsements influence consumer culture and the paradox of beauty in the workplace, highlighting the delicate balance between attractiveness and professional success.