marcela cruz

it’s nice to meet me

Education EN ↓ 50 episodes

hi everyone, welcome to my podcast “it’s nice to meet me” hosted by me, marcela cruz!my podcast centres around self-development, psychology, and gender studies. i break down the realities of the systems in place in our society today, while also exploring aspects of self-reflection. it's important to face harsh realities, understand them, and consciously grow into higher version's of ourselves. if you enjoy my podcast, please follow, share, or leave a five star rating to show your support. thank you, and i am happy to have you here.

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marcela cruz

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Education

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Latest episode

Apr 17, 2026

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Episodes

the truth about choice feminism 17.04.2026

hi everyone, welcome or welcome back to my podcast! i’m finally back after a long break because i’ve finished my semester!! today’s episode is about the truth about choice feminism. we’re getting into why feminism is not just about individual choices, why that framing is limited, and how it shows up in real life through mainstream media and everyday perspectives. if you enjoy the episode, follow t...

analyzing the dating scene 21.02.2026

hi everyone, welcome or welcome back to my podcast! today’s episode has been requested so much, another dating episode! we will be going over the most common themes i gathered from the thirty seven different interviews i did prior to recording this episode. i will be analyzing them partly from my own perspective and partly through a psychological lens. i hope everyone enjoys, and i will see you ag...

a reflective essay on religion 04.02.2026

hi everyone, welcome or welcome back to another episode. today, after a long break, i will be talking about religion. i created a reflective essay that includes my thoughts on religion in relation to psychology and gender studies, as well as an interview i was grateful to conduct with someone who has a completely different perspective and experience of his religion and overall faith as a man. this...

a reflective essay on submission 07.12.2025

hi everyone!! today is a very late episode, but i wanted to share an essay about submission, womanhood, and what that has truly meant to me, as well as the process of understanding it. this essay is not about the kind of submission where someone feels safe enough to let their partner have “control” over certain things. i see that as a natural, even beautiful, part of a relationship where both part...

an essay about anger 26.11.2025

hi everyone!! i'm super excited to share that as my podcast has gained a lot of popularity on my platforms, i've decided to start posting some of my own personal work in psychology, women and gender studies, sociology, politics, mental health, and more. these episodes will be short and raw, featuring essays i've written during my time at university, as well as reflections on specific studies, my p...

are you a feminist? 13.11.2025

hi everyone, welcome back! in today’s episode we are going to find out if you are truly a feminist or not. we’ll talk about many things, including what feminism actually is, the most common misconceptions, and more. as always, thank you for listening, i really appreciate your support. don’t forget to rate this podcast five stars if you enjoyed it, and check out the links below to stay updated on f...

how the patriarchy shows up in your everyday life 31.10.2025

hi everyone, welcome or welcome back to my podcast!! it’s another late night upload. in today’s episode, we’re diving into how patriarchy shows up in your everyday life in ways you might not even realize. things like small habits or beliefs, to the roles we play without thinking. we’ll talk about how these patterns shape our choices, and distance us from our most authentic selves. learning to reco...

the male loneliness epidemic 11.08.2025

hi everyone, welcome or welcome back to my podcast!! it’s a late night episode this time around.. in today’s episode, we’re breaking down the male loneliness epidemic, including what it is, the different male archetypes i’ve noticed within this epidemic, common patterns, personal stories, and much more so stay tuned!! as always, thank you all for listening, i really appreciate your support. be sur...

patriarchal masculinity 15.05.2025

hi everyone, welcome or welcome back to another episode on my podcast! as you can see, we’re going to be talking about patriarchal masculinity and its connection to narcissism. in this episode, there are many different ideas introduced and discussed, so i want to give a few disclaimers. when i bring up political ideologies, systems, or religious frameworks, i’m strictly speaking within the context...

misogyny ; the psychology, explained. 04.04.2025

hi everyone!! so excited to be back with another episode. today we’re diving into the psychology behind misogyny. we’ll talk about how misogyny shapes men’s views, expectations, and experiences with relationships, their belief systems , and even their friendships. as well as get a better understanding of what misogyny truly is and  looks like in the modern day.  if you found this episode helpful,...

the importance of emotional maturity 25.01.2025

hi everyone!! it feels so great to be back with another podcast episode – i’ve missed recording and connecting with you all! in today’s episode, we’re diving into the topic of emotional maturity and why it’s so important for personal growth and healthy relationships. we’ll talk about the subtle signs of emotional immaturity, how to recognize them in yourself or others, and practical ways to start...

toxic relationships ; the psychology, explained. 30.10.2024

hi everyone!! it’s been SUCH a long time since i uploaded a new podcast episode.. i genuinely missed it so much!! in today’s episode, i will be talking about toxic relationships, and explaining the psychology behind; why we stay in romantic relationships we know are not healthy for us, attachment styles, neural connections we create as children, and how they may show up in our romantic relationshi...

do men desire love? 13.09.2024

hi everyone! welcome or welcome back to another episode on my podcast! i’m so happy to finally come out with a new episode, especially during such busy times in my life. today’s episode is to finally come to a conclusion about men, and if they actually desire romantic love, or not. this isn't simply about desiring the benefits that come with it, nor because that’s what they were taught to desi...

narcissistic personality disorder & infidelity  26.08.2024

hi everyone welcome back to another episode on my podcast! the topic of today is going to be; narcissistic personality disorder and romantic relationships. more specifically, the aspect that is almost guaranteed to occur in a relationship with a narcissist, which is infidelity.  i talk about the narcissist's upbringing, side chicks, the narcissist's mind, and how it all comes back to you....

do men stay in romantic relationships with partners they hate? 11.08.2024

hi everyone! welcome or welcome back to another episode on the "It’s Nice to Meet Me" podcast, hosted by marcela cruz.  this is an interesting topic i’ve wanted to discuss for some time now. i will be breaking down the unfortunate reality of many men who stay in romantic relationships with women they hate, and the psychology behind it, as well as the different signs, that your partner ma...

why men lie ; the psychology, explained. 19.07.2024

hi everyone, welcome or welcome back to another podcast episode!! today, i’m very excited to break down the different reasons for why men lie, using psychology to further explain each point i made, as well as my overall conclusion on this topic. if you enjoyed the episode, definitely leave me a five star rating, and share this podcast with someone that may find it helpful, or check out my links be...

obsession is a sign of desperation 08.07.2024

hi guys! welcome or welcome back!! thank you for joining me today. in this episode, i’m going to be talking about obsession. specifically, the connection between obsession and desperation, as well as going over the most common root causes of desperation, and the characteristics of desperate or obsessive people. at the end of the episode, i tie everything together to explain how this can negatively...

women should only desire romantic relationships that benefit them 22.06.2024

hi everyone! welcome or welcome back to another episode on my podcast!! this topic is breaking down why i believe that women should ONLY desire romantic relationships with men that SIGNIFICANTLY benefit them, their lives, and their overall experience. if you enjoyed, make sure to leave this podcast a five star rating, or show your support by clicking my links below and following my social media, t...

how to actually heal your mind 13.06.2024

hi everyone!! welcome back to another podcast episode, thank you for joining me!! today, i’m going to be chatting about how to ACTUALLY heal your mind permanently, so that you can experience every single one of your desires, to the fullest extent. if you enjoyed the episode, check out my links below, so you can stay up-to-date with any future podcast episodes and information! you can also leave a...

the reality of attracting bad men 29.05.2024

hi everyone !! it’s been so long since i've been able to post on my podcast, but i'm so happy to be back. these past few months have been filled with so many new amazing opportunities, experiences, and memories, hence; being so busy. but i'm back with a new episode all about the reality of attracting bad men. alongside of that, i'll be sharing my personal experience and reflection...

the oldest daughter syndrome 01.05.2024

hi everyone welcome to another episode on my podcast ! i’ve been very eager to come out with episode , so i hope everyone enjoys. today i will be breaking down the experience of the oldest daughter, along with the responsibilities, expectations, struggles, and long term effects this may have. this is not everyone’s experience, but i definitely want to talk about the common realities a lot of eldes...

the art of seduction and manipulation 18.04.2024

hi everyone! welcome or welcome back to another episode on my podcast. today’s topic is the art of seduction, which was inspired by the book “the art of seduction” by robert greene. i also wanted to chat about manipulation, as it connects a significant amount to seduction. at the end of the episode, i'll be discussing the importance of prioritizing self development and increasing your overall...

how to get a man to desire you; the science and psychology, explained. 02.04.2024

hi beautiful people, welcome back to my podcast!!  as you can see from the title, this is a very interesting topic i decided on, but i can assure you that it’s nothing like the dating advice (brain rot) that floods social media nowadays. i will be breaking down the real science and psychology behind men falling into romantic love with a woman. this episode has eleven points to apply into your life...

insecurity is a disease 23.03.2024

hi everyone :) welcome back to another episode!! today’s topic is about insecurity. i’m going to go over the psychology behind it, as well as how insecurity can show up in individuals, and how insecurity guiding you will only negatively affect your friendships, especially as a women. i hope everyone enjoys, and don’t forget to check out the links below!! my socials instagram | https://www.instagra...

ego 12.03.2024

happy monday! i hope everyone’s having a good day today. i wanted to share this episode that’s about our ego, and also what i’ve personally observed from the female ego. i hope everyone enjoys and as always, thank you for listening! if you’d like to learn more about your ego, definitely check out the links i included below! xoxo understanding the ego as a psychological process video | https://yout...

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