Tough Lessons College ‘AI Czars’ Have Learned
Tough Lessons College ‘AI Czars’ Have Learned  
Podcast: Learning Curve
Published On: Tue May 26 2026
Description: This episode dives into the experiences of Chief AI officers at universities, including some misadventures and lessons learned. “I’m an ‘AI Czar.’ This is the Role,” by Jeffrey Bardzell. "AI-Enhanced Pedagogies: Rethinking Learning, Curriculum, and Human Potential in the Age of Intelligent Machines,” by Alexander (Sasha) Sidorkin. "The Rise — and Fall? — of the AI Czar," in The Chronicle of Higher Education. Jeff's new Jagged Intelligence newsletter about AI on campuses. Thanks to this episode's sponsor, Studiosity. EPISODE CREDITS: Reported and produced by Jeff YoungMusic by Komiku©Copyright 2026 Learning Curve Productions LLC