Sir David Attenborough - Memories of the University of Leicester

Sir David Attenborough grew up in College House on the campus of the University College, Leicester, where his father, Frederick, was principal.
In this interview David talks about his memories of family life on the campus and his journey to become an educationalist just like his father.
This film was produced by External Relations, University of Leicester.
Filmed and Edited by Carl Vivian
Produced by Jon Shears

[@elletuppen4844]

No surprise that Sir David comes from a family with those values of education and social conscience. Wonderful and irreplaceable! ❣️❣️❣️

[@rawhydemusic8620]

I could sit there and listen to his stories all day long.... What a treat that would be

[@MrProwler101477]

91 and still as sharp and more active than ever a true legend and a living icon of broadcast and naturalism he speaks with frank words and grace the sometimes difficult topics that humankind can glaringly see but deem much easier to ignore .. "We need to control our population or nature will control it for us "

[@saozita50]

Absolutely adore this gentleman, I could listen to him all day.

[@CookingAroundTheWorld]

He is truly a lovely man.

[@wakajawaka44]

It seems we owe a lot to Dr H H Gregory. Without him inspiring Sir David at an early age, we may never have experienced the wonderful programmes he and his team have presented to us over the years.

[@rickybuhl3176]

He reads his own memoirs in his audio book "Life On Air: Memoirs of a Broadcaster" - can not recommend it enough to anyone who enjoys his voice.

[@DivineSource444]

A truly wonderful and inspiring man!

[@Mpower20188]

I love David, he's such a wonderful human. He makes me proud to be from Leicester

[@albussd]

A true gem of a person. Thanks for posting this interview!

[@paulyk7092]

Simply thank you Sir David for the many years I have spent watching, listening and been amazed by you kind Sir

[@BibtheChib]

His father was indeed very wise in the way he coaxed David into following his own curiosity. I'll be keeping that in mind :)

[@paulharvey2396]

Thank you Sir David for this wonderful conversation and sharing, and for inspiring me by your hard work for so many years, and continuing - if we are to make repairs and restorations to the planet we will all have to work a lot harder!

[@miriambourke4505]

Sir David came from a loving family.I wish I had parents like that hold high valves. Sir David has a genlte soul

[@janeling2526]

what a wonderful man shame there isn't mjore the like.

[@sekeriyasharif6593]

I live in Leicester 🤗

[@balmoraltowers]

Sir David is going to Heaven 😊🥰

[@cerileannewallace9387]

Sir David Attenborough is My Hero 🙂❤

[@youssifjassim1814]

Dear Mr. Sir David Attenborough: I just like to express my heartfelt admiration and gratitude to you. I have been eagerly watching and enjoying your documentary videos since I was 10 years old. Your god’s giving unique style, body language and knowledge to showcasing various characteristics of animals, species and their roles in the mutual interconnection system is really remarkable. I believe you are one of those chosen to do so. As a Muslim, I strongly believe that ALLAH Almighty is the creator, the keeper of the whole universe and everything else it it. No other associates nor partners with him. Consequently, must be solely worshipped, feared and given all credit ,acknowledgment and gratitude. I know that you aren’t a religious man as you stated in one of your TV interviews, but in my opinion you don’t have to be a religious to give credit to God. Just let nature’s instincts kick. We all going die sooner or later. As a Muslim, I believe in judgement day as well as the eternal life after death. (Another life). I also believe that we all going to meet God almighty individually and therefore we will be held accountable for our actions. And everyone will get a fair return for good or bad behaviors. In conclusion, I would like you put all our religion and cultural differences aside and think this matter over. What if I was telling you was true? And that you were convinced and embraced Islam, therefor you will be one those lucky survivors in the other eternal life. Now It’s up to you sir. Because I like you very much, I strongly feel obligated to inform you that. I wish you all the best. I will keep watching, enjoying your documentary videos no matter what your response is. Best regards. Youssif Jassim Saudi Arabia

[@scatman9166]

Youssif Jassim this video is 4 years old and isn’t owned by him, he’s not going to see this message

[@youssifjassim1814]

Scatman you are right. My message should have been addressed to Mr. Attenborough instead. Plz accept my apology dear. Nevertheless, do happen to know his email address or his channel? Much appreciative Sir.

[@anuradhainamdar8967]

As a admirer of Sir David Attenborough as well as a Indian and lover of Indian jungle I think he may be having the Jim Corbett omnibus ,as well as read William Blake poem on Indian Tiger " Tyger, Tyger, burning bright, in the forest of the night ".

[@stevenwatsham5973]

Quite chuffed that David has connections with the University that has accepted me to read an Archaeology MA.. Love the fact that Leicester started life as a Lunatic Asylum... I'll fit right in .. lol

[@PrivateAckbar]

His upbringing sounds like Lyra in The Northern Lights.

[@christinedegarmo4714]

Love this man! That portrait behind him is distracting though, kinda just sittin there looking at the camera. 🤭

[@dingodundee1212]

His brother did the world a great service by bringing Dinosaurs back from extinction.

[@phoebusapollo4677]

Seen

[@jacksmorrow2724]

When you can say you went to the same school .......

[@boadicea5856]

I predict you will live ten more years because of your vitality and besides I need to come to England to meet you or I be quite disappointed.