EPISODE · Jan 20, 2026 · 1H 6M
Dr. Tom Lombardo: The Past, Character, and Foundations of Future Thinking
from Engaged By Design · host Dr. Michael Cottam and Dr. Vernon Smith
Episode Description: In part one of this three-part series, Dr. Tom Lombardo reflects on the experiences that shaped his lifelong curiosity about time, history, and the future. From childhood fascinations with dinosaurs and the Civil War to formative lessons learned through weightlifting, mentorship, and education, Tom explores how character, discipline, and imagination form the foundation for wisdom. Key Topics: - Learning from the past to understand the present - Mentorship and finding your own voice - Discipline, character, and creativity - Why imagination matters for future thinkingFind Dr. Lombardo's work on his website at: https://centerforfutureconsciousness.com/ Join us at www.engagedbydesign.com to learn more aboutThe Course Design Accelerator Faculty-in-the-Loop AI in Higher Education
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Episode Description: In part one of this three-part series, Dr. Tom Lombardo reflects on the experiences that shaped his lifelong curiosity about time, history, and the future. From childhood fascinations with dinosaurs and the Civil War to formative lessons learned through weightlifting, mentorship, and education, Tom explores how character, discipline, and imagination form the foundation for wisdom. Key Topics: - Learning from the past to understand the present &nbs...
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