I don’t think this is hypocritical. The rav is saying he personally discourages Internet use. However, if one is already in a position where they need to use the Internet, (for parnassah or school, for example) they might as well use it for good by listening to shiurim.
That seems very creative and is also being mekadesh shem shomayim by using a potentially dangerous kli for good. Shkoyach to this group!