Start with 1%: Small Steps, Big Change

Hit Pause: Stop Life’s Repeating Mistakes

Host David explores the feeling of déjà vu when life’s same problems keep repeating, urging listeners to hit pause, reflect, and learn from past patterns instead of waiting for harder wake-up calls. This short episode offers a practical life lesson: stop automatic reactions, assess why situations recur, and intentionally change course to break the cycle and move forward. Links D-Constructing Podcast https://tvtegus.com/main [https://tvtegus.com/main] Support: PayPal.me/davidmalave564 Host David M. D-Constructing Topics podcast: https://dmalave.podbean.com/  [https://dmalave.podbean.com/] Email: dconstructingtopics@gmail.com [dmalave1126@gmail.com] Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@D-constructingTopics [https://www.youtube.com/@D-constructingTopics]  IG: https://www.instagram.com/dconstructingt/  [https://www.instagram.com/dconstructingt/] (X): https://twitter.com/DConstructingD [https://twitter.com/DConstructingD]

Is AOC an Anti-Establishment Illusion?

David, host of the Deconstructing Topics podcast, takes a personal and critical look at Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio‑Cortez, tracing her background from the Bronx to Boston and examining how establishment forces and donors shaped her rise.   He argues AOC often serves optics over grassroots change, questions her alignment with powerful backers, and calls for more independent voices that truly represent local communities. Links D-Constructing Podcast https://tvtegus.com/main [https://tvtegus.com/main] Support: PayPal.me/davidmalave564 Host David M. D-Constructing Topics podcast: https://dmalave.podbean.com/  [https://dmalave.podbean.com/] Email: dconstructingtopics@gmail.com [dmalave1126@gmail.com] Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@D-constructingTopics [https://www.youtube.com/@D-constructingTopics]  IG: https://www.instagram.com/dconstructingt/  [https://www.instagram.com/dconstructingt/] (X): https://twitter.com/DConstructingD [https://twitter.com/DConstructingD]

Citizenship by Act and War: The Jones Act(Puerto Rico)

Host David breaks down how Puerto Ricans became U.S. citizens, tracing events from the Spanish–American War of 1898 through the Jones Act of March 2, 1917, and the role of the draft in World War I. The episode also explores debates over statehood versus independence, Puerto Rican cultural identity, and why the island’s political status remains complicated today.   Links D-Constructing Podcast https://tvtegus.com/main [https://tvtegus.com/main] Support: PayPal.me/davidmalave564 Host David M. D-Constructing Topics podcast: https://dmalave.podbean.com/  [https://dmalave.podbean.com/] Email: dconstructingtopics@gmail.com [dmalave1126@gmail.com] Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@D-constructingTopics [https://www.youtube.com/@D-constructingTopics]  IG: https://www.instagram.com/dconstructingt/  [https://www.instagram.com/dconstructingt/] (X): https://twitter.com/DConstructingD [https://twitter.com/DConstructingD]

May the Fourth in the Hood: My Star Wars Story

Host David celebrates May 4th with a personal look at how Star Wars shaped his life—from childhood movie trips in Puerto Rico to growing up a fan in the Bronx. He shares memories of Empire Strikes Back, Return of the Jedi, toys, VR moments with Darth Vader, and his love for shows like The Mandalorian and Clone Wars. This episode mixes nostalgia and fandom, explores how Star Wars connected people across different backgrounds, and teases more deep dives and conversations about favorite films, characters, and fan stories.   Links D-Constructing Podcast https://tvtegus.com/main [https://tvtegus.com/main] Support: PayPal.me/davidmalave564 Host David M. D-Constructing Topics podcast: https://dmalave.podbean.com/  [https://dmalave.podbean.com/] Email: dconstructingtopics@gmail.com [dmalave1126@gmail.com] Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@D-constructingTopics [https://www.youtube.com/@D-constructingTopics]  IG: https://www.instagram.com/dconstructingt/  [https://www.instagram.com/dconstructingt/] (X): https://twitter.com/DConstructingD [https://twitter.com/DConstructingD]

Start with 1%: Small Steps, Big Change

In this short, motivational episode host David of the Deconstructing Topics podcast shares a pep talk about starting small to tackle life’s goals. Using a gym anecdote and everyday examples, he encourages listeners to make 1% changes — reductions or increases — and build consistent progress over time. Whether it’s fitness, finances, or habits, the message is simple: do something, no matter how small, and let those tiny steps compound into real change without getting discouraged by imperfect results.   Links D-Constructing Podcast https://tvtegus.com/main [https://tvtegus.com/main] Support: PayPal.me/davidmalave564 Host David M. D-Constructing Topics podcast: https://dmalave.podbean.com/  [https://dmalave.podbean.com/] Email: dconstructingtopics@gmail.com [dmalave1126@gmail.com] Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@D-constructingTopics [https://www.youtube.com/@D-constructingTopics]  IG: https://www.instagram.com/dconstructingt/  [https://www.instagram.com/dconstructingt/] (X): https://twitter.com/DConstructingD [https://twitter.com/DConstructingD]