FULHAM CHRONICLES

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  

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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 Fulham Social Hub's business members.

Hosts: Zara Thomas & Melinda Shelbourne

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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.

Hosts: Zara Thomas & Melinda Shelbourne

Guest: Priscilla Pollara  

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In 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 prestigious Central London venue became one of their first wholesale clients and continues to order their croissants from Bridge Baker today. 

Hosts: Zara & Melinda 

Guest: Gauri Nafrey 

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In 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.

Hosts: Zara & Melinda 

Guest: Jackie Lee 

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In 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. 

Hosts: Zara & Melinda 

Guest: Julia Fitzelle 

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In 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. Listen in to the conversation which touches on everything from James's big break to the pros and cons of changes within the music industry.