S1 E44 | Can Football Really Save a Man’s Life? These Guys Say Yes

Matt Hudson, Associate Director of MAN v FATMatt has been involved in sport, community, health and wellbeing for his whole career, firstly at Colchester United Football Club and latterly Thrive Tribe and MAN v FAT.As Associate Director of Marketing for MAN v FAT, Matt is part of the HQ team that has built a programme that supports over 8,500 men every week to improve their health and wellbeing as part of an incredible national community. And, with MAN v FAT Soccer going live last year, that community is transatlantic too!Matt also oversees the MAN v FAT customer service team as part of his role and retains his interest in putting the customer at the heart of all of his decision making.Born in Colchester, Matt remains an ardent U’s fan and continues to follow their fortunes closely whilst looking after his two daughters.You can find out more about MAN v FAT on their website and connect with Matt directly on LinkedinKey points of the interview:How a lady inspired him.How he lost his Mum somewhat young, and how it affected the family.The need for female influence in his life.What he did in his 18 years at Colchester, and his thoughts on the positive change in masculinity.The importance of mental health awareness in sport.The financial pressure in the game and in teams.The 2 kinds of intelligence that football managers need for most effect.The value of family support.Man V Fat - what it is?His last 5 and a half years there.The main challenges the men they serve face.Andrew's threat to wear Speedos!How men worry about showing vulnerablilty.The simple criteria needed to join.Reach out at www.manvfat.com If you enjoyed listening, please leave a review and recommend us to your communities. To find out more about Andrew's work, check out...www.andrewpain.co.ukLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewpain Twitter:https://twitter.com/andrewpain1974 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/andrewpain1974