Deanna Cruz Unfiltered

Have you heard of the BeReal app?  Have you heard of the term 'reverse catfishing'?  These trends bring to light being the real you.  Could it be unflattering or just misleading?  The DCU Crew explains both in this episode called Be You, Be Real.

One would agree that how singles dated in the past was way simpler.  Men and women met the 'old-fashion' way.  The same old dating advice and modern dating rules don't work.  So what does?  The DCU Crew is here to help!

No luck matching on the apps?  How about turning to the stars.  It may sound a bit cliched but the DCU Crew runs down the list of zodiac signs you are most likely NOT compatible with.  So stop swiping and start listening to the Deanna Cruz Unfiltered podcast.

A happy, satisfying relationship can be the biggest factor in overall health and well-being.  Happy relationships provide emotional support and a means to a healthy lifestyle.  The DCU Crew discuss some of the biggest factors that have been linked to a long and happy relationship.

Every relationship is different.  While some couples prioritize sex, others may consider other aspects of the relationship more important.  Hard to believe?  I mean what's more important than sex?  Here are 5 things you should look for.

After a short break the DCU is back with stories about travel, birthdays, and excessive heat.  Yes, it was a hot week here in Seattle and the crew is not used to it.  Mexico, Portugal, and special birthdays are in this week's episode of Deanna Cruz Unfiltered.

We've all been told to watch out for red flags in our relationships, but have you every paid attention to the green flags? In this episode, the DCU crew review some of the signs that your relationship is headed in a very "green" direction! 

Do you often feel overwhelmed when it comes to talking with someone you have a crush on?  No need to worry.  The DCU Crew has some questions you can ask your crush to spark up the conversation.  A matter of fact, they ask and answers all of the questions.  Take a listen.

Do you have relationship anxiety?  In our last episode the DCU Crew discussed the 4 signs of relationship anxiety.  In this episode we talk about how to cope with it and work through it.  The crew also has a little fun reminiscing about back to school shopping and working their first jobs.  

If you were in a relationship with lots of anxiety and trust was non-existent, whether with a partner or the relationship you had with your parents, you may be drawn to that kind of person over and over again.  But even if the person you are dating is the complete opposite, you can still be feeling relationship anxiety.  The DCU Crew breaks it down for you.

Sometime you may want to scare him off and other times you may be wondering what exactly happened for him to ghost you.  Lucky for you the DCU Crew is here to help.  Here are 6 ways you scare men off before they ever have a chance to love you.  

If you're dating life sucks or just isn't going anywhere and you've tried EVERYTHING maybe it's a sign to try looking at your zodiac sign for answers.  The summer is all about having fun, unwinding, and taking it all in (hopefully with someone by your side).  The DCU Crew gives you what your ideal dating life should be like based on your zodiac sign.  

There are so many new dating terms that you need a dictionary to keep track of them.  Lucky for you, you have the DCU Crew to break it down for you.  Here's an inside look at some terms such as breadcrumbing, freckling, and kittenfishing.  Yes, it's called kittenfishing.  See how many you know.

We here in the PNW are just waiting for the sunny days to arrive.  May has proven to be one of the wettest here in Seattle and fingers crossed that Summer gets the memo.  In this episode the DCU Crew discusses the top things that wake them up in the morning, "traditionally masculine" things, and what a staycation can do for you.  

You walk into a room and all of a sudden your coworkers go silent.  Were they just talking about you?  Maybe they were saying great things about you.  Or maybe not.  Here are 15 ways to tell if someone was just talking about you behind your back.

Have you wanted to crack the secret bro-code?  Apparently there's a list, and the DCU Crew breaks it down.  They also have a little fun with songs that you may not know where written about a celebrity.  Take a listen, sit back and take a sip.  Enjoy!

When's the right time to move in with the significant other? What are some of the Pro's and what are some of the Con's?  The DCU Crew may have some insightful words for you in this week's episode of #DeannaCruzUnfiltered #seattlepodcast #podcast #pnw #datingadvice 

Everyone has thought, "am I with the right person" when it comes to your significant other.  Unfortunately there is no easy way to know but there are some questions you should ask yourself.  The DCU Crew has a list of 35 signs that you just maybe have found the one.

If you've tried to flirt with someone recently but struck out maybe something was wrong with you delivery.  Maybe it was something else.  In this episode the DCU Crew runs down the ten worst things you can do while flirting.  Also, Jeffster is celebrating a special birthday! How did the DCU celebrate?  Listen to find out.

In this week's episode we will run down the top stories from the week.  The mask mandate has been lifted for major airlines, what does your Easter candy say about you, and cheating wives.  Also can cold showers really help with anxiety?  

You probably shouldn't use TikTok to evaluate your relationship, but have you heard of the sidewalk rule? If not, the DCU Crew has you covered.  In this episode they talk about sleeping naked, rules on the sidewalk when in a relationship, and insecurities women have that men don't care about. 

You may feel that being in a relationship means spending 24 hours with each other, but in reality a little alone time is important in a relationship even if it's just to keep your sanity.  Spending time by yourself and focusing on different goals is actually essential for your relationship.  The DCU Crew discusses.  

You love your partner and have a ton of fun with them.  Sometimes you feel like you're the center of their world, but what if your partner has ADHD?  What do they struggle with?  When do they lose focus?  Here are 10 Key Things to know about being in a relationship with someone who has ADHD.  

I'm sorry but what? What is doppelbanging?? You've heard of doppelganger and now doppelbanging?  Clueless?  The DCU will break it down for you.  That and a new dating app for parents.  And of course we can't forget about the gas prices.  Here are some tips to get better gas mileage.

No matter what role you play in your relationship, you are sure to fall under one of four tendencies.  In this episode the DCU Crew dives into Gretchen Rubin's The Four Tendencies.  Know someone's tendency in a relationship and even work relationship will help you understand that person and their point of view.  So are you an Upholder, Questioner, Obliger, or Rebel?  Take this quiz to find out:  https://quiz.gretchenrubin.com/

Texting someone you are dating shouldn't be rocket science, but sometimes it sure feels like it.  What and how often do you text when you first start dating?  Are memes ok?  Are good morning texts ever acceptable?  The DCU Crew breaks it down for you so your dating life can be a little more simple.

Unsure about going on a date alone?  Wish you could bring a friend?  There's an app for that!  Move over Tinder, Bumble, and Match because here comes Fourplay and new dating app for double dates.  The DCU crew discusses why this may be a great new dating option and why it may just sound like trouble.

The DCU Crew has been going strong for over three years so in this episode they decide to have a little fun and get to know each other a little better.  We get nostalgic, put each other on the hot seat, ask vulnerable questions, and get playful.  Join in the fun and take a listen to this episode of Deanna Cruz Unfiltered.

When it comes to relationships, many of us are looking for the 'one'.  Does the 'one' actually exist?  What about changing the focus on finding the 'one' and focus on your own happiness.  The DCU Crew wants to help.  They discuss 18 tips from happy couples on how to have a healthy relationship when you actually find some'one'.  Not necessarily the 'one'.

It's the season of LOVE!  Wondering what to do or get for your Valentine?  How about consulting with their zodiac?  What does your zodiac sign say about how you should celebrate this romantic holiday?  It may be just as simple as making dinner together or getting flowers.  Listen to find out.

Relationships are fun but sometimes your significant other can drive you nuts!  It may start out as cute, but then their annoying habit may potentially become a dealbreaker.  Would you be able to stay in a relationship if he had a wondering an eye?  The DCU Crew breaks down some annoying habits that may potentially become dealbreakers.

The pressure is on.  With Valentine's Day less than three weeks away it may be time to start planning.  The DCU Crew has options for in person dates and virtual.  Yes, some people may have a long distance romance.  Also, do you know what ASMR is?  Jeffster demonstrates for you.  I apologize in advance.

The crew is back in town and in this episode we CHECK, check what everyone has been up to including Deanna's new belt harness.  Not sure what a belt harness is, she'll explain.  Also in this episode the DCU Crew discusses 5 Questions You Should Never Ask Your Significant Other.  

The DCU Crew is back at it in 2022 with the 'Dee-Brief'.  What hit shows did the crew binge on over the holidays?  Who did the most cooking?  The holidays or shall I say the holiday travel was just a rollercoaster and family, geez where do we begin?  Sit back, relax and let the DCU Crew do the talking.

Have you ever noticed you tend to gravitate towards a certain sign?  Zodiac sign?  You tend to date the same Aquarius or Leo sign over and over.  That's because certain signs are attracted to you based on your zodiac sign.  The DCU Crew breaks down each individual sign and celebrates the New Year.  Let's ring in 2022 together.  CHEERS!

'Tis the season and the DCU Crew is celebrating with a White Elephant gift exchange. Will they be naughty or nice?  Before the gift exchange the crew runs over 11 Christmas traditions that no longer exist.  Should we bring them back?  Take a listen and let us know.

As much as we want to forget that date that went totally bad or that guy who had the most awkward things to say, the DCU Crew discusses why you shouldn't unmatch your match on that dating app.  This episode also includes talk of Surprise Karaoke parties and birthday celebrations. Tune in for some good laughs and lots of LOVE!

There are some patterns and behaviors in relationships that are definitely a no-no like lying, cheating, yelling, etc.  But there are also some other habits that could be detrimental to your relationship.  The DCU Crew discusses 7 ways you could be sabotaging your relationship without even knowing it.

Match.com has put together their annual study for "Singles In America" and things have changed since the pandemic.  Who is more ready for a long-term relationship, men or women?  Physical appearance or emotional maturity?  Would you date someone who wasn't vaxxed?  The DCU Crew  reviews this list and gives you their opinion, especially Cindy.

Not everyone has an easy time saying those 3 words.  I love you is tough for some people but there are other ways you can show you care.  Have you heard our episode, Love Languages?  Everyone has their own language of love.  In this episode, the DCU Crew will explore 14 little things you can say to show your partner how you feel.  

Watch out 2022, here we come! Obviously we still need to get thru the holidays but the dating site Plenty Of Fish came up with a list of new dating trends they expect to see in 2022.  Does the DCU Crew know any of these new trends?  Deanna puts them to the test in the episode of Deanna Cruz Unfiltered.

The DCU Crew caught up on office/cubical life with Deanna.  We find out how Tech Tom became famous and no we didn't bring Myspace back.  And we finally get into relationship talk with the top 10 relationship wreckers for men and women.  Grab your tacos, oatmeal, White Claw or whatever you may fancy and we promise we won't judge.

No this isn't another hack brought to you by Tik Tok.  Instead the DCU Crew is trying to help you in the dating world.  Are you an introvert?  Do you have a hard time approaching someone you may be attracted to?  If you feel helpless or insecure, here are 10 Dating Hacks to help.  But before we dive into all the good the DCU Crew talks about Deanna's trip to F1 in Austin and they're new beverage of choice, Ranch Water.

We creep it real in this week's episode of Deanna Cruz Unfiltered.  Halloween is days away, do you have your costume yet?  If not, keep calm and carry a wand AND don't forget your resting witch face.  The DCU Crew discusses which Halloween candy they're oddly obsessed with and what are some great last minute costumes.  Bone appetit my friends!

Let's first ask, do you know what love-bombing is?  No clue?  The DCU Crew will break it down for you.  Maybe it's a good thing, maybe not.  Find out how to spot one in this week's episode.  

The stats are out and sex with roommates has been more common during the pandemic.  Would you hook up with the roomy?  The DCU Crew discusses that and other statistics that came from Match.com's annual "Singles in America" study.

When it comes to relationships are you settling without even realizing it?  The DCU Crew discusses eleven signs you might be settling.  But that's not all.  This episode opens with a seltzer tasting, Cindy getting organized at work, and the latest binge worthy shows and yes it includes SQUID GAME.  

It's been a minute since the DCU Crew have all been together under one roof with four mics.  From touring, to traveling, to just plain living sometimes things get in the way.  In this episode we are catching up and talking about WHAT's GOOD!  Take a listen and please share your thoughts on WHAT's GOOD!!

Your zodiac sign may tell you a ton about your personality, the negatives and positives, but what about the hottest qualities when it comes to dating.  The DCU Crew has a little fun running down the zodiac list and characteristics of each sign.  Are they true?  Find out between the sheets.

There have been plenty of articles written about the size of a guy's junk.  Does the size actually matter?  A new study in England found the length of a guy's manhood might matter after all.  They tested this with silicone rings.  What??  Yes, the DCU Crew had some questions too.  Take a listen and hopefully you'll get the answers you're looking for.

Relationships can be difficult at times and there is a lot of truth about the science of love languages.  Check out one of our previous episodes on the 5 Love Languages.  Small gestures could go a long way.  The DCU Crew runs thru the 8 little things guys don't realize mean a lot to women.  Do they have any truth to them?  We'll find out.