Richard Luddington

In this episode, hear Olly Belcher, President of the St Edmund Hall Association, in conversation with Richard Luddington who came up to the Hall in 1978 to read History and then did his MPhil in Management Studies.  Richard was the only Aularian to receive a first class honors as well as blues in three different sports and we hear how he balanced his academic and sporting careers.  Richard was at Teddy Hall at a time of change: women were accepted for the first time in 1979 and he also enjoyed three Principals during his five years.  Richard is a great supporter of the Hall and tells us why the current Hallmarks Campaign is so important for the future of the College.


Spirit of the Hall podcast is produced by the St Edmund Hall Association, the voluntary alumni body independent which represents all Aularians. The views and opinions expressed in the podcast are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of the Association, St Edmund Hall or the University of Oxford.

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“Spirit of the Hall” features engaging conversations with some of St Edmund Hall’s most fascinating alumni, fellows and staff. Hosted by Olly Belcher (nee Donnelly), President of the SEH Association for alumni, this podcast provides a special opportunity for current and past members of Teddy Hall to share how that unique spirit has shaped their insights and experiences in politics, academia, business, entertainment, technology and more. Join us as we lead the way and shine a light on some of those who make Teddy Hall - and other Oxford Colleges - the great institutions that they are.