Beyond the Barside

Beyond The Barside Meets... | Matt Hudson

Beyond the Barside

Show Notes

BEYOND THE BARSIDE MEETS… MATT HUDSON

Aaron speaks to former Colchester United Media and Marketing Manager Matt Hudson about his 18 years at the club.

From starting as website editor to becoming one of the key figures behind the club’s media and marketing operations, Matt reflects on his journey, the changes he saw during his time at the U’s, and some of the memorable moments along the way.

The conversation also covers Colchester United’s success in being named Football League Family Club of the Year in 2015, supporter engagement, and what it was like working for a club he supported himself.

🎶 Intro music by Sam Hopkins.

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