Sandra Gonzalez

Sandra in The City

Education EN ↓ 60 episodes

Welcome to Sandra in The City, the podcast! This is meant to be safe space to show you my funny personality and share anecdotes as well as offer you a distraction and perhaps guidance to help you navigate this journey of life (quirky). From being raised in a border town, getting a degree in STEM, monetizing social media, and living in the most exciting city in the Midwest. Welcome to Sandra in The City!

Author

Sandra Gonzalez

Category

Education

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Latest episode

Jan 26, 2026

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Episodes

35. bubblegum pop is back: the making of 123 10.03.2025

In this episode, I’m sitting down with… myself! Join me as I dive into the story behind my latest single, 123. I’ll share what inspired the song, how it came to life, and what it means to me as an artist. From the songwriting process to the emotions behind the lyrics, I’m giving you an inside look at everything that went into this release. Plus, I’ll talk about how 123 fits into my musical journey...

34. you are already making an impact 03.03.2025

hii I hope you enjoy my side tangents. you matter :)

33. a weekend living in the city 24.02.2025

I am so lucky to be living this life & it’s only gonna get better

32. rest is productive too 17.02.2025

If you have ever felt guilty about resting, this episode is for you. After pushing myself non stop for 3 consecutive weeks, getting sick forced me to take a halt. This sudden stop in my momentum made me realize how important rest is and that I need to listen to my body more.

31. if PMS could talk 27.01.2025

hiii & welcome back to SITC! pov today we are having a sushi lunch date and I am yapping about my weekend and everything else that’s built up in my mind

30. if you don’t know what the next step is 20.01.2025

if you feel stuck and unsure about life, you aren’t alone. Let’s talk about how to approach New Year’s resolutions and vision boards when you don’t have it figured out, by focusing on values and habits to embracing uncertainty. life is beautiful 💕

29. Releasing my first song: the making of A Few Nights 13.01.2025

ahhh AFN is out to stream everywhere!! This episode covers everything that took place in order to create my debut single

28. your new year isn't ruined 06.01.2025

hi and happy new year !! here to remind you what I look like and also that you decide when one day becomes day one. love talking to you, can't wait to see what this year holds !! new episodes every Monday at 8:00am central time

27. my holiday gift guide for all 16.12.2024

it is the most wonderful time of the year yet stressful at the same time as there is sooo much planning to do. but fear not !! gift giving shouldn’t be that complicated. whether it’s for you or someone you need to get a gift for, here are some gender neutral and specific gift ideas. would love to hear your ideas in the comment below xoxo

26. chicago travel guide !! (holiday edition) 02.12.2024

she is back and in her holiday spirit !! enjoy these recommendations for your upcoming visit to Chicago or overall things to do with loved ones

25. what to wear for halloween (costume ideas) 14.10.2024

hello SITC fam! I’m here once again, yapping about one of my favorite holidays, halloween. today I will be discussing some costume ideas I’m predicting will be popular this year - you still have 2 ish weeks, plan accordingly !!

24. how to make friends as an adult 07.10.2024

Making friends as an adult can be tough, but it’s totally doable! In this episode, I’m sharing four fun and easy ways to find your people—whether it’s through Facebook groups, becoming a regular at a cool spot, hitting up networking events, or trying out Bumble BFF. Let’s make adulting a little more social.

23. things you can do other than mindlessly scrolling on your phone 23.09.2024

phone addiction is very real and has been heavily normalized. technology is not going anywhere, not that it should, but it’s nice to have a reminder of things we can do to be in touch with the pre-phone dependency era. go outside, touch grass, read a book, do a puzzle or the sudoku, look at your window, take a nap, workout, doodle, zone out !! comment below what you like to do that doesn’t involve...

22. Mexico travel guide !! where to go other than Cancun 16.09.2024

hello and welcome to another episode of SITC ! i’m feeling very patriotic and extra proud to be Mexican in this episode as we are celebrating Mexico’s Independence day. Soo I decided to briefly recommend places worth checking out if you are considering going to Mexico, other than Cancun. Pueblos Mágicos are little hidden gems in Mexico that don’t get the attention and love they deserve, I Insist g...

21. dating in Chicago is not for the weak 09.09.2024

Guess who’s back? After a month off, SITC is back with a brand new episode! This week, your host Sandra shares some of the most bizarre and hilarious dating stories from Chicago. Think you’ve heard it all? Think again. Tune in for a fun and eye opening look at the wild side of dating in the city. New episodes every Monday at 9am central time ✨

20. three apps to use instead of mindlessly scrolling on your phone 05.08.2024

1. duolingo 2. elevate 3. lumosity not sponsored but it should be !!!

19. coping with financial anxiety 22.07.2024

don’t be scared to talk about money - with good planning, self care & patience your relationship with money can improve drastically

18. how to get back on track with your life 15.07.2024

hi sitc fam! i’ve been on a slump these past 2 weeks i’ve been on sabbatical and decided to share little things i’ve done to put me back on my feet. enjoy :)

17. three things that have been annoying me lately 01.07.2024

welcome to my mini rant series where I rant about the following things: 1. lawyers not lawyering. 2. former friends who still follow your parent 3. swimwear not being inclusive

16. my first brand trip !! 24.06.2024

lil story time of my time at milwaukee for summer fest

15. living far away from your family is tough 17.06.2024

hello sitc listeners! I am back from a week hiatus to share about the week my parents + brother spent in Chicago and how I’m lowkey sad they left already

14. the balance between going out and staying in 03.06.2024

I’ve been a homebody lately but sometimes your girl has to get out

episode 13. I moved to downtown Chicago !!! 27.05.2024

coming to you live from my gorgeous apartment in downtown chicago one block from the iconic river walk !! last time talking about my move swear lol

episode 12. end of the rivernorth era 20.05.2024

hi!! moving is annoying but I’m excited for change

episode 11. being in the US as a non US citizen/resident is tough - and no one talks about it 13.05.2024

hi all! I decided to share my experience as an immigrant in the US throughout my years on an F-1 student visa, including the OPT STEM extension. some might find this controversial, but this is the reality of many people - this is simply my story and my struggles. if you find this offensive, we clearly don’t have the same problems. hope you listen with some empathy and open mind.

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