# Steven Mintz

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Adulthood Is In Its Flop Era

We chat about the tough transition from college to adulthood and how tapping into community can make all the difference. Further Reading Steven Mintz, “The Tangled Transition to Adulthood” Reddit thread on the transition from college to adulthood  The Whitney Museum, Edges of Ailey Exhibition Leave…

The Learning Centred University with Steven Mintz

In this interview, Alex speaks with Steven Mintz, a renowned scholar and postdoctoral researcher, and author of the book, "The Learning-Centered University: Making College a More Developmental, Transformational, and Equitable Experience" In the following conversation, Mintz discusses what makes a l…

Steven Mintz and Peter Stearns - The American Child

Steven Mintz and Peter Stearns – The American Child Have a child? Want to have a child? Listen to this podcast episode. The book—The American Child: The Transformation of Childhood Since World War II—by Steven Mintz and Peter Stearns, draws on a wealth of sources to bring an historical perspective …

The History of Rum

Global rum sales are expected to reach nearly $28 billion USD by the year 2033, making it one of the ten most popular alcoholic beverages in the world. In this episode we look at the early history of rum, how its invention and production were intertwined with the transatlantic slave trade, and how …

AI in Higher Education

Dr. Francisco Solis, San Antonio College President, talks with Hot Mustard about Artificial Intelligence, AI, in Higher Education. The pair discuss the use of AI in the admissions process at Virginia Tech and the California Institute of Technology. San Antonio College is currently laying the ground…

This is Democracy – Episode 313: Civics and History Education

This week, Jeremi and Zachary speak with Professor Steven Mintz on the critical role of civics and history education in contemporary society. The discussion covers why civics education is crucial for understanding foundational facts of American history, the contentious nature of how history is taug…

Episode 5: Education Takes Place in Life

to US, from US seeks to put public opinion in conversation with scholarly approaches regarding history.   In recognition of the United States’ 250th Anniversary, we ask members of the public what the Declaration of Independence means to them.  Their answers, combined with scholarly essays, provide …

Breaking the Cycle: What History Teaches Us About Today's Family Crisis with Professor Steven Mintz

In this episode of Family Troubles, I sit down with Historian and University of Texas Professor, Steven Mintz to explore the challenges of modern parenting, family dynamics, and building resilience in children and adults alike. Steven shares his expertise on how family relationships evolve, the pre…

June 30, 2026

Europe's record heatwave: Climate catastrophe or world socialism / A letter from historian Steven Mintz on "The American Revolution and its Place in History"/ Millions in US face cut off of food aid, healthcare