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FULHAM CHRONICLESWho does What?
Craig McLean Chiropractor and Co-founder of Chiro. London joins Fulham Social Hub founders Zara & Melinda for episode 2 of a new series of "Fulham Chronicles". In the podcast's new home, Blueprint Studios London, they find out how Craig became a chiropractor and hear about his journey from Australia to West London.
Since 2016 Chiro. London's team of experienced and friendly practitioners have been helping the local Fulham community with spinal and health related concerns including (but not limited to) back and neck pain, headaches, joint issues, sporting injuries, pregnancy care and post natal support. They're happy to see clients...
2026-01-0832 minFULHAM CHRONICLESBuilding Foundations
We're back! Dr Simi Wang joins Fulham Social Hub founders Zara & Melinda for the start of a new series of "Fulham Chronicles". In the podcast's new home, Blueprint Studios London, the conversation covers the impact of AI, education and how First Class Learning can help unlock a child's full potential.
Dr Simi Wang has a PhD in Artificial Intelligence, experience as a school governor and a Father. This knowledge gives him a unique skill set as manager of the First Class Learning centre in Fulham. Weekly sessions, held at Cass Halls Parsons Green, provide tailored learn...
2025-11-2040 minFULHAM CHRONICLESAll round talented woman
Hazel Evinson Leach moved to Fulham in 1961 and is still an SW6 resident. Hazel joins Fulham Social Hub founders Zara & Melinda, in the VOXPOD Studios at Parsons Green, to talk about Fulham life in the 60s, the changes she's seen, what she misses and how following a career as a ballet dancer she became a potter.
Hazel is the longest standing member of the Society of Fulham Artists & Potters (SOFAP) which was founded in 1953 to showcase work by artists living in the area during Coronation year. The society has since grown with the next generation of art...
2025-07-1833 minFULHAM CHRONICLESThe Ripple Effect
Mike McSweeney, CEO of Fulham FC Foundation, joins Fulham Social Hub founders Zara & Melinda in the VOXPOD Studios at Parsons Green. Mike's career in sports began at Fulham FC, ten years later he moved to the Lawn Tennis Association and, after volunteering for the Foundation from day one, he returned to join the Fulham FC Foundation in his current role as CEO.
Mike talks about the meaningful impact that the Foundation makes, the ways in which their coaches and programmes change lives, the ripple effect, future ambitions and what his one big ask from the Fu...
2025-07-0335 minFULHAM CHRONICLESWow this is it!
Contemporary fine jewellery designer, and Fulham resident, Jessica Pass takes a break from her Parsons Green studio to join Zara & Melinda in the VOXPOD studio. The conversation begins with tales of Jessica's childhood growing up in the peak district where she was inspired by nature.
Jessica talks about how she found her way into jewellery design, starting with bench space in an Oxfordshire barn, to creating bold pieces inspired by the natural world and collaborating with clients on bespoke commissions. Jessica also holds classes in her Parsons Green studio where beginners can learn how to make the...
2025-06-1925 minFULHAM CHRONICLESWhen you say it like that!Zara & Melinda welcome Charlie Ince-Green, SW6 resident, founder and Managing Director of independent estate agency Beaufort Green, to VOXPOD Studio. Find out more about this new agency, after they recently opened their doors in Parsons Green.
Join them as they talk to Charlie about how he started in the industry and progressed to opening his own agency with childhood friend Sam. Listen in as they discuss the current property market, sure bets, "that feeling" and favorite streets and houses in the area. Find out Charlie's hot spots in SW6, his best advice on buying, and what it takes for first t...
2025-05-2234 minFULHAM CHRONICLESJust the two of us
After celebrating their first anniversary, founders Zara & Melinda talk about what's been achieved since the launch of Fulham Social Hub and "Fulham Chronicles" in April 2024; thanks to the support of sponsors and FSH members.
The conversation includes their most recent event in an iconic Fulham venue, stepping out of their comfort zone to become podcast hosts, reflecting on year one and discussing their ambitions to grow this SW6 community project in year two. Find out more about the Fulhamite membership for residents which gives back and supports local whilst entitling members to discounts and offers from F...
2025-05-0837 minFULHAM CHRONICLESCommunication fascinates me
In this episode of Fulham Chronicles, Fulham Social Hub founders Zara & Melinda talk to journalist, communications and PR expert Priscilla Pollara.
The conversation includes Priscilla's teen memories of living in the heart of SW6 and moves onto how she found her way into journalism writing for several British newspapers. Whilst writing about kitchen table entrepreneurs for a national newspaper her journalist's eye led her to found communications consultancy Top Trick. This consultancy continues to support small businesses and has grown to help larger firms with reputation management, corporate training, PR workshops, speech writing and more.
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2025-04-2434 minFULHAM CHRONICLESFrom banking to bakingIn this episode of Fulham Chronicles Zara & Melinda talk to Gauri Nafrey, Fulham resident and Director of Bridge Baker a neighbourhood bakery, food store and cafe that opened in Fulham in 2019.
Listen in to the conversation to find out why Gauri turned her back on finance and opened a bakery which now has two branches in SW6. Find out the behind the scenes story of how the business works to bring locals fresh bread daily and over 200 other products which are all made from scratch in Fulham. Hear what's next as the business grows, how a pre...
2025-04-1031 minFULHAM CHRONICLESWe respond to needIn this episode of Fulham Chronicles Zara & Melinda meet Jackie Lee, Chairman of The Daisy Trust. This volunteer-run charity based in SW6 has supported the Hammersmith and Fulham community for over 40 years.
Despite Fulham being located in a relatively wealthy borough, in one of the richest cities in the world, inequalities persist. Hear about the ways The Daisy Trust supports their beneficiaries, works to relieve the shockingly high statistic of 27.7% of children in H&F living in poverty and how granting funds for a small need can make a big difference.
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2025-03-2734 minFULHAM CHRONICLESEverybody Can DanceIn this episode of Fulham Chronicles Zara & Melinda meet Julia Fitzelle, Director of DanceWest. The mission of this award winning charity, based in SW6, is to enable everyone to have access to dance.
Listen in as they find out what DanceWest has to offer in their purpose built professional dance studio at the Sands End Arts & Community Centre and beyond. The impact their low to no cost dance, well being and health programmes have had and how they support the West London community with events and activities from tea dances to musical theatre classes.
2025-03-1336 minFULHAM CHRONICLESIt all started with the bluesIn this episode Fulham Social Hub's founders Zara & Melinda talk to James F Reynolds, one of the UK's foremost and accomplished producer/mixers. With 5 UK number 1 hits and numerous Billboard # 1's, James has collaborated with artists including Selena Gomez, BTS, Calvin Harris and Paloma Faith in his Fulham studio. James is also the owner of VOXPOD Studios where podcasts including Love Island - The Morning After, Brydon & and Fulham Chronicles are recorded. James is also the producer of the Revival House Project, a collective and label which started as a passion project inspired by a love of house music...
2025-02-2738 minFULHAM CHRONICLESA passion becomes a careerIn the first "Fulham Chronicles" episode of 2025 Fulham Social Hub founders Zara & Melinda talk to Allison Rodger, SW6 resident and womenswear couture designer. Allison Rodger's shop and studio, where she creates bespoke pieces, is located in the heart of Fulham. Listen to their conversation about how Allison's career began, her first job as fashion assistant to David and Elisabeth Emmanuel, the year after they designed Princess Diana's wedding dress and find out which fashionista Allison's got her eye on this year.
Hosts: Zara & Melinda
Guest: Allison Rodger
Instagram: @allisonrodgerdesigns https://www.instagram.com/allisonrodgerdesigns
Web: https://www.allisonrodger.co.uk/
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2025-02-1330 minFULHAM CHRONICLESNot just football"Not just football"
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Zara & Melinda talk to Laura Everton the Health & Development Manager at the Fulham Football Club Foundation. Listen in to find out more about the foundation and the work they do to support the Hammersmith & Fulham community. The programmes they offer that help the next generation find their pathways and what took Laura from trampoline gymnast to her dream job.
Hosts: Zara & Melinda
Guest: Laura Everton
Instagram: @fulhamfcfound
Web: https://www.fulhamfc.com/foundation/
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2024-12-2533 minFULHAM CHRONICLESIt's been quite a journeyDr Daniel Sorli is a GP and the founder of Dr.DropIn a leading Norwegian healthcare provider. Zara & Melinda talk to Daniel about the concept, launched in 2017, its growth to 32 clinics across Norway, Sweden and the first UK flagship clinic which opened in Fulham; in response to the growing NHS waiting times. Listen to Daniel's journey from alpine skier to GP and find out what he'd say to Wes Streeting over a cup of coffee.
Hosts: Zara & Melinda
Guest: Daniel Sorli
Instagram: @dr.dropin_fulham
Web: https://www.drdropin.uk
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2024-12-1236 minFULHAM CHRONICLESThere are black t-shirts and there are back T-shirts!Rain Lyons is a fashion stylist and the founder of Rain Nicole. Rain is also an SW6 resident and in this episode she talks to Zara & Melinda about curating pre loved collections, all things fashion and how she made Fulham her home. Has the tide turned, are more people shopping for pre owned pieces, how can Rain help and what are her hot tips for finding treasures in the charity shops of Fulham?
Hosts: Zara & Melinda
Guest: Rain Lyons
Instagram: @rainnicolestylist
Web: https://www.rainnicole.com
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2024-11-2133 minFULHAM CHRONICLESIt's never easyGeorge Howard and Sabina Skala from Lyceum Fit talk to Zara and Melinda about their community focused Fulham gym.
Working in partnership with the Sands End Arts and Community Centre they make health, fitness and wellness accessible and affordable for all.
Listen to their personal stories from head injury to ultra marathons & kayaking in Poland to climbing the Eiger in Switzerland. Tune in find out what they offer families, first responders, over 60's, singles and how they create bespoke classes to support you and your fitness goals.
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2024-11-0735 minFULHAM CHRONICLESOnce a Fulham girl, always a Fulham girl
Torty Hutton is an advanced crystal practitioner and Reki master who was born in Fulham and practices vibrational medicine in SW6. Zara and Melinda talk to Torty about how, after navigating issues that affected her family, she went from teacher to crystal practitioner. Tune in to hear her deeply personal story and how the power of crystal therapy can help you recharge and reset.
Hosts: Zara & Melinda co-founders of Fulham Social Hub
Guest: Torty Hutton
Instagram: @crystalgardenuk
Web: https://www.crystalgarden.uk
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2024-10-2436 minFULHAM CHRONICLESCheeky Little Swig?In conversation with Thomas Lester Fulham resident, founder and Managing Director of Reverend Hubert a gin liqueur brand born in SW6. Listen to the story of how this brand started with a cherry tree in a Fulham garden, led to the unearthing of some fascinating family history, a recipe from 1904 and stockists including Fortnum & Mason.
Hosts: Zara & Melinda co-founders of Fulham Social Hub
Guest: Thomas Lester
Instagram: @thereverendhubert
Web: https://reverendhubert.com enter FULHAM at checkout for 10% off!
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2024-10-1029 minFULHAM CHRONICLESBack to basics with joyLucy Johnson is a Fulham resident, Hello! Magazine's first green columnist and the Founder of Green Salon, a sustainable lifestyle consultancy. Zara and Melinda talk to Lucy about the path she walked as a political, environmental journalist and psychotherapist to become one of the UK's first green coaches. Find out about the work Lucy does at Green Salon to help individuals and brands transition to a greener future. Are we on the cusp of a green revolution?
Hosts: Zara & Melinda co-founders of Fulham Social Hub Guest: Lucy Johnson Instagram: @greensalonconsultancy Web: https://greensalon.co.uk
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2024-09-2533 minFULHAM CHRONICLESYour body's not Amazon PrimeZara & Melinda talk to Wole Adesemoye who has been a Fulham resident for most of his life. Wole is a London firefighter, a transformation coach, a five times Muscle Model Pro World Champion, host of the "Winning Mindset" podcast and the winner of BBC's Last Man Standing. Join them as they talk about Fulham life and the power of achieving long term goals versus instant gratification.
Hosts: Zara & Melinda
Guest: Wole Adesemoye
Instagram: @woleadesemoye
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2024-09-1326 minFULHAM CHRONICLESFly GurlZara & Melinda talk to Nesse Cannon, founder of Barrefly London, PT, certified nutritionist & cancer survivor. Join the fly girls for this conversation which starts in Miami, busts some myths and touches on topics including the patriarchy, menopause, the fitness industry and whether you can find a decent margarita in London...or not?
Hosts: Zara & Melinda
Guest: Nesse Cannon
Instagram: @barreflyldn
Web: https://www.barreflyldn.com/
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2024-08-2831 minFULHAM CHRONICLESGet a GripZara & Melinda talk to Julius & Fabian Cowdrey, twins from a cricketing dynasty. Listen in to hear how history was made and a reality television personality created. The brothers today are co-founders of Safe Space, an expert coaching community providing collective support for all.
Hosts: Zara & Melinda
Guests: Julius & Fabian Cowdrey
Instagram: @wearesafespaceglobal
Web: https://www.safespaceglobal.co.uk/
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2024-08-1332 minFULHAM CHRONICLESSkin DeepZara & Melinda talk to Fulham residents Jonathan Dunne, Consultant Plastic Surgeon & Co-founder of Montrose London and Jolanta Zalagaityte CEO & Founder of Active Drip Skin. In this episode the conversation aims to demystify the confusing language of product ingredients and focuses on taking daily routines back to the basics. Is this and consistency the key to maintaining good skin health?
Hosts: Zara & Melinda
Guest: Jonathan Dunne
Instagram: @drjonathandunne
Web: https://montroseclinics.com
Guest: Jolanta Zalagaityte
Instagram: @activedripskin
Web: https://activedrip.com
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2024-07-2535 minFULHAM CHRONICLESIs it hipsi or hispi?
Zara & Melinda talk to Scott Hallsworth, Pan-Asian Chef, Ex Nobu London Head Chef, author, restaurateur and owner of Freak Scene, Parsons Green. Hear how Scott, thanks to his Mother, started cooking with a Chinese chef, made his way from Australia to London, fell in love with the Nobu style and never looked back. Scott opened Freak Scene in Fulham on Parsons Green Lane in 2023.
Head over to Fulham Social Hub's Instagram for an opportunity to win dinner for two at Freak Scene Parsons Green. Also for the month of July Scott & his team are offering SW6 locals a bottle of "bangin...
2024-07-0932 minFULHAM CHRONICLESAging DisgracefullyIn episode 5 of Fulham Chronicles, Zara & Melinda talk to New York Times Best Selling Author, blogger, speaker and Fulham resident Clare Pooley. Listen in to find out how writing became Clare's new addiction, hear about the Fulham setting for her first novel which is destined for the big screen and get the scoop on Clare's latest book "How to Age Disgracefully" out now.
Hosts: Zara & Melinda
Guest: Claire Pooley
Instagram: @claire_pooley
Web: https://linktr.ee/agedisgracefullyhb
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2024-06-2538 minFULHAM CHRONICLES"We are not ladies that lunch"
In episode 4 of Fulham Chronicles, Zara & Melinda talk to Anna & Annie, the founders of Truffles & Ruffles. Find out about the events they curate and host. How, under one roof and around one table, they connect creative minds, building a community of artists, designers, interiors enthusiasts, journalists, entrepreneurs and more.
Hosts: Zara Thomas & Melinda Shelbourne
Guests: Anna Blakey and Annie Leslie
Instagram: @trufflesandruffles.london
Web: www.trufflesandruffles.co.uk
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2024-06-1149 minFULHAM CHRONICLESCommunity SpiritIn episode 3 of Fulham Chronicles, Zara & Melinda talk to Nina von der Werth, Director of the Sands End Arts & Community Centre (SEACC). Find out about Nina's aspirations for this SW6 space, where her community spirit comes from, what's upcoming at the Centre and how locals can get involved.
2024-05-2133 minFULHAM CHRONICLESSweet As ...
In this second episode of Fulham Chronicles, Zara & Melinda talk to Oussama Azzam, founder and creator of Malik's Raw Honey. Join them as they talk to Oussama about the brand's journey, the heart warming and heart wrenching story behind the brand's name, the highs and lows involved in getting the business to where it is today and what's next.
2024-05-0734 minFULHAM CHRONICLESLet's do this!!!!Join Zara & Melinda, founders of Fulham Social Hub, as they host discussions with residents, local business owners & brands. Find out about the incredible things happening in SW6, an array of stories from the heartfelt to the hilarious conversations that unlock hidden gems in the neighborhood.
2024-04-1130 min