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In this episode money isn't a taboo subject as wealth managers and Fulham residents Max & Dasha join Zara & Melinda at Blueprint Studios. The discussion covers not just investment and financial planning, but changes in the industry and how they both found a community in Fulham.   Raymond James, Fulham helps clients achieve their financial objectives and life goals. As a branch of Raymond James, clients benefit from the security of a large firm while enjoying a personalised boutique service.   Disclaimer:  Please be aware that capital is at risk when investing! Hosts: Zara Thomas & Melinda Shelbourne Guests:  Dasha Plotnikova & Max Scholey  Web: https://fulham.raymondjames.uk.com Follow us and subscribe to our Youtube Channel: Fulham Social Hub / “Fulham Chronicles”  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fulhamsocialhub Web: www.fulhamsocialhub.co.uk  

In this episode Zara & Melinda sit down with Siân Harrington, Chief Executive at Fulham Palace Trust.  Find out more about the Palace, future plans, Sian's love of history and her journey from a volunteer collections assistant to joining the Fulham Palace Trust in 2011.     The Trust's vision is to engage people, through the stories of Fulham Palace and the Bishops of London, in 6,000 years of English history, and to become one of the UK’s most inclusive and inspiring historic houses and gardens.   Hosts: Zara Thomas & Melinda Shelbourne Guest: Siân Harrington  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fulhampalace Web: https://www.fulhampalace.org Follow us and subscribe to our Youtube Channel: Fulham Social Hub / “Fulham Chronicles”  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fulhamsocialhub Web: www.fulhamsocialhub.co.uk  

In this episode Zara & Melinda talk to Sarah Bender about the story and the man behind Ray's Playhouse.  A charity set up in January 2011 to save the Sands End Playhouse which had been operating in Fulham for over thirty years.   The playhouse is a lasting legacy to Ray Bender who was born and raised in Fulham. Situated in the heart of Sands End, Ray’s Playhouse is a charity-funded early-years children’s centre, providing daily inclusive stay and play sessions for parents and carers with children under 5 years old. The Bender Family Trust fund core costs to keep the Playhouse running but rely on the generosity of Trusts, Foundations, Corporate givers and individuals to provide added services to benefit families and the wider community.    Hosts: Zara Thomas & Melinda Shelbourne Guest: Sarah Bender  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/raysplayhousesw6 Web: https://raysplayhouse.org Donate: Fulham Social Hub are proud to be supporting and fundraising for Ray's Playhouse and the refurbishment of their outdoor sandpit.  DONATE HERE:  https://raysplayhouse.org/product/donate/?source=podcast Follow us and subscribe to our Youtube Channel: Fulham Social Hub / “Fulham Chronicles”  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fulhamsocialhub Web: www.fulhamsocialhub.co.uk  

In this episode Zara & Melinda are back in the Blueprint Studios talking to Paola di Lanzo, Fulham resident and founder of Paola's Body Barre Studio in SW6.  Paola's passion for health and fitness began three decades ago in Australia, led her to study at the Pilates Institute and develop her unique PBB Method.   Hear the story of how Paola left Perth Australia for London. The hard work, setbacks and struggles of running a business, whilst raising a young family, and never giving up in the face of adversity to make the PBB Studio a success.   Hosts: Zara Thomas & Melinda Shelbourne Guest: Paola di Lanzo  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paolasbodybarre Web: https://www.paolasbodybarre.com/   Follow us and subscribe to our Youtube Channel: Fulham Social Hub / “Fulham Chronicles”  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fulhamsocialhub Web: www.fulhamsocialhub.co.uk  

In this episode Melinda talks to Pat and Robert Barnett from the family owned and run Koji restaurant in Parsons Green.  A fun fine dining Japanese experience born in SW6 but made for the West End.     Listen in as the mother and son duo talk about how the family business has evolved over 30  years from the Fulham institution that was Mao Tai to a decade of Koji. They discuss favourite dining memories, changes in Fulham, how Robert got involved in the business and what the future holds for Koji.    Host: Melinda Shelbourne Guests: Pat Barnett  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kojirestaurant Web: https://koji.restaurant Follow us and subscribe to our Youtube Channel: Fulham Social Hub / “Fulham Chronicles”  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fulhamsocialhub Web: www.fulhamsocialhub.co.uk Sponsored by Fulham FC Foundation  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fulhamfcfound Web:https://www.fulhamfc.com/found Donate here: https://fulhamfc.enthuse.com/cf/649e#!/

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 of all ages - from new-born babies through to more mature patients and everyone in between! Don't forget to mention Fulham Social Hub for a half price first visit at their Fulham practices on Wandsworth Bridge Road and Bishop's Road.    Hosts: Zara Thomas & Melinda Shelbourne Guest: Craig McLean Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chiro.london Web: https://www.chiro.london/fulham Follow us and subscribe to our Youtube Channel: Fulham Social Hub / “Fulham Chronicles”  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fulhamsocialhub Web: www.fulhamsocialhub.co.uk Sponsored by Fulham FC Foundation  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fulhamfcfound Web:https://www.fulhamfc.com/found Donate here: https://fulhamfc.enthuse.com/cf/649e#!/   Recorded in 2025 at Blueprint Studios in Fulham 

 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 learning plans for every child, targeting specific areas for improvement.  The aim is to build a solid foundation in English and Maths and a genuine love of learning, so every child can progress confidently and at their own pace.    Hosts: Zara Thomas & Melinda Shelbourne Guest: Dr Simi Wang  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fcl_fulham Web:  www.firstclasslearning.co.uk/fulham Follow us and subscribe to our Youtube Channel: Fulham Social Hub / “Fulham Chronicles”  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fulhamsocialhub Web: www.fulhamsocialhub.co.uk Sponsored by Fulham FC Foundation  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fulhamfcfound Web:https://www.fulhamfc.com/found Donate here: https://fulhamfc.enthuse.com/cf/649e#!/

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 artists and potters joining and exhibiting their work.  You can discover art by local artists and depictions of Fulham at their pop up, currently situated on the first floor of the shopping centre at Fulham Broadway.    Hosts: Zara Thomas & Melinda Shelbourne Guest: Hazel Evinson Leach  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sofap_art Web:  https://www.sofap.co.uk/ Follow us and subscribe to our Youtube Channel: Fulham Social Hub / “Fulham Chronicles”  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fulhamsocialhub Web: www.fulhamsocialhub.co.uk Sponsored by Fulham FC Foundation  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fulhamfcfound Web:https://www.fulhamfc.com/found Donate: https://fulhamfc.enthuse.com/cf/649e#!/

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 Fulham community is.  Head to the link below to find out more about Fulham FC Foundation or to make a donation.    Hosts: Zara Thomas & Melinda Shelbourne Guest: Mike McSweeney Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fulhamfcfound Web:  https://www.fulhamfc.com/found Donate: https://fulhamfc.enthuse.com/cf/649e#!/ Follow us and subscribe to our Youtube Channel: Fulham Social Hub / “Fulham Chronicles”  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fulhamsocialhub Web: www.fulhamsocialhub.co.uk Sponsored by Fulham FC Foundation  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fulhamfcfound Web:https://www.fulhamfc.com/found

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 their own jewellery.     Hosts: Zara Thomas & Melinda Shelbourne Guest: Jessica Pass   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jessicapass.london Web:  https://www.jessicapasslondon.com Follow us and subscribe to our Youtube Channel: Fulham Social Hub / “Fulham Chronicles”  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fulhamsocialhub Web: www.fulhamsocialhub.co.uk Sponsored by Fulham FC Foundation  Instagram: @fulhamfcfound  / fulhamfcfound   Web:https://www.fulhamfc.com/found