Dispatches from an Internet PioneerDeep Dive: What Makes Professors Great
In this episode, we explore what makes truly great professors unforgettable, not just for what they know, but for how they teach, mentor, and lead. From championing unconventional students to making complex ideas accessible, from modeling humility at the top to turning brilliance into a teachable process, they unpack the quiet, lasting impact of faculty who shape minds and institutions alike. It’s a conversation about presence, generosity, and the kind of leadership that begins in the classroom but reaches far beyond it.
About the podcast
Technology is reshaping higher education, leadership, and the economy—but the biggest challenges aren’t just technical, they’re cultural and structural. Created by Timothy Chester, this podcast explores the real impact of AI, automation, and digital transformation on universities, work, and society. With a sociologist’s lens and decades in higher ed IT leadership, he cuts through the hype to uncover what truly matters.
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