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D-constructing Topics
Welcome to the D-Constructing Topics Podcast—where we D-construct conversations about life, culture, politics, philosophy, and everything in between.
This podcast has been years in the making, and I'm honored to welcome you on this beautiful journey.
Always remember: there's a story behind the story. Together, we'll D-construct anything and everything, challenge perspectives, uncover deeper truths, and inspire independent thinking.
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Episodes
- D-constructing Topics
Week 7 NFL Recap: Upsets, Comebacks & Rivalry Fireworks
David delivers a fast-paced Week 7 NFL recap, breaking down every game, upset, and divisional clash from the weekend. Highlights include the Falcons upsetting…
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The Sodder Children: Vanished on Christmas Eve, 1945
On Christmas Eve 1945 in Fayetteville, West Virginia, five children from the Sodder family disappeared after a house fire. No bodies were conclusively…
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Voices of Freedom: Albizu Campos, Malcolm X & the Mirabal Sisters
Host David deconstructs the lives and ideas of Puerto Rican nationalist Pedro Albizu Campos, Malcolm X, and the Mirabal sisters to reveal how colonialism…
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NFL Week 5 Wild Ride: Upsets, Overtime & Surprise Runs
David, host of the Deconstructing Topic Podcast, delivers a fast-paced recap of NFL Week 5: Tampa Bay’s upset of Dallas, Jacksonville’s late surge in London…
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Week 3 NFL Recap: Upsets, Injuries, and Wild Finishes
David hosts an energetic Week 3 recap of the NFL, covering major results, injuries, and surprising performances. He breaks down key games including the Chiefs…
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Week 1 Wildfire: Upsets, Overtime Thrillers & Fantasy Heartbreaks
David launches a new season of the Deconstructing Topic Podcast with a rapid, opinionated Week 1 NFL recap — highlights, upsets, standout performances…
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Saving a Stranger on the Subway: A 15-Minute Turnaround
Host David recounts a tense 15–20 minute subway encounter in New York City where he comforts and guides a nervous man on his first day back to work after…
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Lone Wolf Wisdom: Finding Freedom & Instinct
In this episode David—the self-described "wolfman"—explores the wolf as a symbol of independence, intuition, loyalty and freedom, contrasting the lone wolf…
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The Morning That Changes Everything: Small Gestures, Big Impact
In this episode David, host of the D-constructing Topic Podcast, explores how the way we start our day and small acts of kindness can change lives. He shares a…
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Las Carpetas: Puerto Rico's Secret Files and a Legacy of Surveillance
Host David explores "Las Calpetas," the secret folders compiled by Puerto Rican authorities and U.S. agencies that tracked pro-independence activists from the…
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Ep:52: Legendary Mindset: Embrace the Positivity and feel legendary!
Host David kicks off this upbeat episode of the Deconstructing Topic Podcast with a post-gym burst of motivation, encouraging listeners to answer "legendary"…
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Breaking the Groundhog Cycle: Recognize & Shift Your Patterns
Host David shares a story-driven episode about noticing repeating life patterns — moments of deja vu, the pull of old habits, and the people and…
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Roberto Cofresí — Puerto Rico’s Legendary Pirate
In this episode David explores the life and legend of Roberto Cofresí, a 19th‑century Puerto Rican pirate famed for daring raids across the Caribbean…
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The Surprising Truth About How Change Uncovers Our Hidden Faults
On this episode of the Deconstructing Topic Podcast, the host shares a personal story from a hot day at the park: after a workout and some free-spirited time…
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Ep. 51: Unmasking Political Hypocrisy: A Deep Dive into the Debate
Welcome to another riveting episode of the D-constructing Topic Podcast, hosted by the legendary D-constructing Topics. In this episode, we delve into the…
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Ep.50 :Addicted to Nostalgia: Embracing the Past(Audio)
Host David dives into the charm and risks of nostalgia, tracing its history from 17th-century homesickness to Proust’s madeleine and today’s nostalgia-fueled…
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Ep.47: Julia de Burgos: Poetry, Pain, and a Family Refuge
In this episode of the Deconstructing Topic Podcast, host David explores the life and legacy of Puerto Rican poet Julia de Burgos and shares a personal family…
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Ep. 47: Julia de Burgos: A Poet's Legacy and Personal Resilience
Welcome to a heartfelt episode of the Deconstructing Topic Podcast. I'm your host, David, and today we dive deep into the life of an extraordinary poet…
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Lead Like a Champion: Jalen Brunson's Calm, Consistent Leadership
In this episode David breaks down what makes great leaders on and off the court using Jalen Brunson's rise to NBA champion as the blueprint. He explores how…
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Knicks Champions: My June 13 That Changed Everything
Host David recounts June 13, 2026: a day that started at a Puerto Rican food festival and ended with the New York Knicks winning the NBA championship. He…
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Knicks Stumble in Game 3 — Wemby's Moment, Must-Win Game 4 Looms
Host David recaps the Knicks' 115-111 loss to the San Antonio Spurs in Game 3, highlighting Wemby's impact, physical defense, missed shots, and costly…
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Game 1 Showdown: Knicks vs Spurs — New York’s Shot at a Dynasty
Host previews Game 1 of the NBA Finals between the New York Knicks and the San Antonio Spurs, hyping Knicks momentum, the Madison Square Garden energy, and the…
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Dyatlov Pass: The Night Nine Vanished
On this episode David deconstructs the Dyatlov Pass incident, the mysterious 1959 deaths of a group of Russian hikers who fled their tent in extreme cold and…
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A Love Letter to Destiny 2: Saying Goodbye to the Light
Host David shares a heartfelt, personal reflection on Destiny 2 after Bungie announced the end of content updates, mixing nostalgia from his gaming roots with…
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Vision to Victory: Reset Your Life with Small Steps
David breaks down a step-by-step reset plan to help listeners regain direction: start with a clear vision, define your core values, set short- and long-term…
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He Cut His Pinky to Play: The Ronnie Lott Story
Host David retells the legendary Ronnie Lott moment when the NFL star chose to have part of his pinky removed so he could keep playing, linking it to Mitchell…
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Go New York! My Knicks Journey from Ewing to Brunson
David, host of the Deconstructing Topic Podcast, celebrates the New York Knicks' run to the 2026 NBA Finals and shares his excitement as a lifelong fan. He…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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Deconstructing the White House Shooting: Politics as Wrestling
Host David breaks down the White House shooting and argues that modern politics often plays like scripted wrestling—highlighting Donald Trump’s WWE…
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When a Park Turned Deadly: The Jaden Pierre Tragedy
Host David reacts to a viral video and the recent Queens shooting that left 15-year-old Jaden Pierre dead, reviewing the footage, the arrest of an 18-year-old…
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WrestleMania 42 Hype: David’s Hot Takes & Bold Predictions
Host David previews WrestleMania 42 in Las Vegas with high-energy commentary, personal anecdotes, and match-by-match predictions. He breaks down key…
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Harlem Day Trip: Schomburg, Biscuits & Jazz
Join David and podcast partner Niecy as they spend a day exploring West Harlem. They visit the Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture, the Harlem Jazz…
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Vital Choices: Turning Mistakes into Momentum
David shares a short, personal story from the gym — a coffee order mix-up and low energy — to explore how small mistakes can teach us and shift our…
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Cesar Chavez: Labor Legend or Troubling Secrets?
Host David breaks down the life and legacy of Cesar Chavez, the founding figures of the farmworker movement, and recent allegations raised by Dolores Huerta…
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24 Hours of Smoke: Joe Kent, Leaks, and Political Theater
Legendary host David dissects the recent controversy around former National Counterterrorism Director Joe Kent, exploring resignations, leaked information…
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Venezuela's Shock: How Team Beat the USA at the World Baseball Classic
David breaks down Venezuela's surprising 3-2 victory over Team USA in the World Baseball Classic, highlighting key players, roster depth, and the game's big…
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83 Points and World Baseball Fever: Deconstructing the Game
Host David breaks down Ben Adebayo’s controversial 83‑point NBA outburst, comparing it to historic scoring feats and discussing the questions about…
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Flow Like Water: Embrace Nothing and Let Life Surprise You
David gives a short, energizing pep talk about letting go of perfection, stopping overthinking, and allowing each day to flow naturally. Using the metaphor of…
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Coach Lou Holtz Remembered: Faith, Football, and Personal Growth
In this episode David reflects on Lou Holtz’s recent passing and how the legendary Notre Dame coach inspired him as a young man growing up in the Bronx…
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Honey, Hood & Health: Exposing Cheap Food's Hidden Costs
Host David examines how cheap, processed foods affect physical and mental health in communities from Puerto Rico to the Bronx. He touches on Walmart's…
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Deconstructing Iran: War, Money and Media
Host David returns from a break to unpack the Iran situation, tracing historical moments like the 1979 hostage crisis and Iran-Contra, and examining how US…
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Listen Up: We Don't Know What Others Are Going Through!
David shares an emotional story about a friend’s heartfelt message and how small acts of listening can change lives. He urges listeners to check in with…
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Schomburg: The Puerto Rican Who Helped Build Black History
Host David explores Black History Month through the life of Arturo Alfonso Schomburg, a Puerto Rican-born scholar whose collection helped shape the study of…
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Bad Bunny, the Halftime Moment, and Puerto Rico's Turn
Host David reacts to Bad Bunny's Super Bowl halftime performance and explores what the spotlight means for Puerto Rico and the Latino community. He urges…
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Super Bowl LX Preview: Seahawks vs. Patriots — David’s Bold Pick
Host David previews Super Bowl LX (Seattle Seahawks vs. New England Patriots) with game context, key players and storylines, and his prediction that Seattle…
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Inside the Epstein List: Power, Platforms, and the Controlled Narrative
David introduces the Epstein list and offers a first-look deconstruction of the story, exploring who is named, how the elite operate, and how tech platforms…
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Royal Rumble Recap: Roman Reigns Wins, Liv Morgan Steals the Show
The D-Constructing Topic Podcast reviews the Royal Rumble held in Saudi Arabia, highlighting Liv Morgan’s victory in the women’s Rumble and Roman…
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D-Constructing & Unfiltered: W/Niecy on Identity, Education, and the Halo Effect
Host David chats with guest Niecy(Real Talk and Unfiltered Podcast) about her journey from the DMV to New York, her work in community outreach and psychology…
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Deconstructing ICE: 9/11, Power and Protest
Host David breaks down the history and controversies around ICE, tracing its roots to 9/11 and the Department of Homeland Security. He connects past events…
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Never Too Late: Break Complacency and Start Today
Host David shares a personal, motivational message about overcoming complacency, procrastination, and fear of change. Drawing on his own experiences and a…
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ARC Raiders Deep Dive: Why This Co‑Op Game Hooks OG Gamers
What's going on everybody — David here with the Deconstructing Topic Podcast. In this episode I review ARC Raiders, the co‑op extraction shooter from…
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2026 Kickoff: Venezuela, Trump, and the Political Script
Host David opens the first episode of 2026 with an energetic take on U.S. foreign policy, focusing on recent moves involving Venezuela and Trump. He links…
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Irish Heartbreak: Why Notre Dame Got Snubbed From the Playoff
David, a lifelong Notre Dame fan, vents about the Fighting Irish being left out of the 2025 college football playoff after key losses to Miami and Texas A&M…
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Airport Delay, Chocolate Discovery, and Networking
David records from Puerto Rico after an airport delay and shares a chance conversation with a retired union worker and his daughter, who runs a chocolate-dip…
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Thanksgiving, Gratitude & Grit: A Legendary Birthday Episode
Legendary host David celebrates his birthday while reflecting on Thanksgiving, gratitude, and the importance of giving. Traveling outside the continental U.S…
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True Story of Japanese Holdouts
David records from Puerto Rico—jet-lagged and surrounded by palms—reflecting on a Gilligan's Island episode that led him to research Japanese…