it’s nice to meet me

it’s nice to meet me

hi everyone, welcome to my podcast “it’s nice to meet me” hosted by me, marcela cruz! this podcast is about self-development, mental health, and relationships. i break down the journey of self discovery by exploring who you are, why you think and act the way you do, and how to grow into a higher version of yourself. it’s time to accept the harsh realities, understand them, nurture them, and grow permanently as individuals. if you enjoy my podcast, please follow, share, or rate it five stars to show your support. thank you, and i’m happy to have you here.

Episodes

December 7, 2025 9 mins

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 partners are authentic, respectf...

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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 personal life, or really anyt...

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November 13, 2025 22 mins

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 future episodes!! bye for now...

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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 recognize them is a significant and nec...

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August 11, 2025 36 mins

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 sure to check out the links be...

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May 15, 2025 23 mins

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 of this episode’s topic. i’...

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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, share it with someone who...

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January 24, 2025 23 mins

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 making changes.


if you en...

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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 relationships as adults.


if you enjoye...

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September 13, 2024 36 mins

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 desire by society. this episo...

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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. if you enjoy the episode;...

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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 may be in the relati...

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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 below! you can stay up-to-date wit...
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July 8, 2024 23 mins
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 impact your entire life, and...
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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, to stay updated with any future p...

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June 13, 2024 26 mins
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 five star rating on this podcast ...
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May 29, 2024 31 mins

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 process, as well as the most promis...

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April 30, 2024 35 mins
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 eldest daughters face, as it’s not oft...
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April 18, 2024 23 mins

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 awareness, to avoid being manipulat...

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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, in order to receive a c...

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