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The Pod, Episode 2: Lavender Skies

In episode 2 of our new series of "up close and personal" interviews in "The Pod", Denise Waterman chats with Lavender Skies from Earlsfield: https://www.facebook.com/lavenderskieslondon twitter.com/lavenderskiesuk www.instagram.com/lavenderskiesband soundcloud.com/lavender-skies-band/sets/its-only-a-demo To find out more about filming opportunities in "The Pod", as well as how SWL.TV can help put your video in front of 20,000+ YouTube subscribers and 11,000+ social media followers, please head over to: http://www.southwestlondon.tv/ThePod And don't forget to subscribe to our channel! Just click on the "SUB" logo, bottom right in the video player, or follow this link: http://www.youtube.com/user/southwestlondontv?sub_confirmation=1

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Yvonne Ellis, founder of Daughter Arise

The aim of Daughter Arise is to support those who have been through sexual abuse and also emotional and physical abuse who are struggling with the aftermath to help them build a solid foundation for their future by offering encouragement, support, education and spiritual motivation which in turn will empower the individual to make informed choices and positive changes in their circumstances. We work with survivors of sexual abuse, their families and supporters irrespective of faith, culture, life choices or personal background we are here to listen and support. www.daughterarise.org.uk @DAriseCIC

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BoConcept Battersea 360 degree tour

We first came across BoConcept Battersea through the Wandsworth Chamber of commerce and were delighted to be invited back shortly after their refurbishment to film a short store tour in glorious 8K 360 degrees! We hope you like this short video and why not take them up on their offer - pop down one day for a coffee or Prosecco and have a chat about all your interior design challenges? "HYGGE IS A LIFESTYLE NOT A TREND" https://www.boconcept.com/en-gb/ @BoConceptUK

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51st State Band – 360 degree video (1)

Check out our latest 360 degree video! If you're watching on a smartphone you can move around to watch from literally any angle, and if you're watching on a computer, just click and drag the mouse to change the viewing angle. The original video was filmed in 8K so if you have a really good internet connection, feel free to click the "cog" icon at the bottom right of the video player to increase to the maximum possible quality setting. The 51st State Band represents the spirit of World Heart Beat Music Academy, bringing young musicians of all ages, backgrounds and abilities together to learn and play in a band where every member is a vital part of a complete whole. Their annual concert at Putney Arts Theatre was a chance for the band to truly shine and showcased the variety, energy and dedication that students of the World Heart Beat Music Academy thrive on. Over the years they've have had some incredible guests; giving their young musicians the opportunity to play alongside renowned musicians who inspire them and our audience. http://www.worldheartbeat.org @whbeat

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51st State Band at Putney Arts Theatre

The 51st State Band represents the spirit of World Heart Beat Music Academy, bringing young musicians of all ages, backgrounds and abilities together to learn and play in a band where every member is a vital part of a complete whole. Their annual concert at Putney Arts Theatre was a chance for the band to truly shine and showcased the variety, energy and dedication that students of the World Heart Beat Music Academy thrive on. Over the years they've have had some incredible guests; giving their young musicians the opportunity to play alongside renowned musicians who inspire them and our audience. http://www.worldheartbeat.org @whbeat

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Historic Northern Line Breakthrough at Kennington

Our travel and transport correspondent joined Wandsworth Council Leader Ravi Govindia and The Rt Hon Elizabeth Truss MP to witness the historic "breakthrough" moment for the new Northern Line extension. Boring machine "Amy" crunched through the last layer of rock at Kennington, connecting the two 3.2 km tunnels from Battersea Power Station, via Nine Elms.

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Ernest Bevin College, Tooting

Ernest Bevin College is a secondary school for boys located in Tooting, London, England with a mixed Sixth Form. It has over 1200 pupils and is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. It has STEM Assured Status and also specialises in Sport. www.ernestbevin.london @ErnestBevinColl Address: Beechcroft Rd, Tooting, London SW17 7DF Phone: 020 8672 8582 Founded: 1970 Local authority: Wandsworth London Borough Council Principal: Rukhsana Sheikh

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Nine Elms youngsters bring monsters to life

Pia Jackson visits the Nine Elms regeneration area to see first hand how Wandsworth Council is working with local primary school children to get them interested in the changes going on around them and to excite their interest in the new arts and culture hub which has started to take shape. The "Monster Soup" project, funded by the Wandsworth Council and the Battersea Power Station Foundation, uses puppet theatre to explore connections between the River Thames and local communities, culminating in a lantern puppet parade through the area’s changing landscape. www.nineelmslondon.com www.pumphousegallery.org.uk @wandbc @PumpHouseGal @puppetswithguts @BatterseaPwrStn #monstersoup

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Price Studios, Battersea

Price Studios is an exquisite TV studio and sound recording venue with a vibrant media and arts community using it as their hub in SW London. This short video gives you a quick peek inside at the facilities and people behind the studio, but there really is no substitute for dropping by and having a look around yourself, so please give them a call! On a related note, South West London TV are delighted to be making Price Studios their official home and have all sorts of fun collaborations planned. Watch this space! www.pricestudios.co.uk @pricestudiosltd

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Coming soon – Walker Stalker Con

Hannah Christian braves the queues, crowds and horrors of the UK’s leading Zombie-fest: Walker Stalker con at Kensington Olympia. Panellists include world famous celebrities from The Walking Dead, Bates Motel, The Girl With All the Gifts and more: Andrew Lincoln, Scott Wilson, David Morrissey, Katelyn Nacon, Greg Nicotero, Caitlyn Vanbeck, M.R. Carey, Michael Traynor, Khary Payton, Tom Payne, Xander Berkeley, Jeffrey Dean Morgan, Austin Amelio & Steven Ogg.

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Playmobil Competition February 2017

We're excited to announce the first of a monthly series of free competitions in conjunction with Playmobil who hosted us at the Toy Fair Olympia 2017. This video include's Abigail's Top Picks for product sets being launched in February and you can find out how to enter our competition by going to: www.southwestlondon.tv/playmobil For those interested in Egyptian history, the water machine featured in this report is called a Shaduf. www.playmobil.com @PlaymobilUK

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Getting the most out of your online video

We've learnt a lot of lessons the hard way since since starting our online channel, and this short video contains our Top 10 tips for getting the most out of your corporate or charity video and getting noticed by the people you're trying to connect with. What do you think about our suggestions? What's worked for you? What hasn't worked? We'd love to hear back :) Please subscribe!

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Wimbledon Village raises funds for the Royal Marsden

Lady Wimbledon, Darling Magazine, the Dog & Fox and Dantastic joined Wimbledon Village Stables as they raised an amazing £11,000 for the Royal Marsden Hospital and had an absolute blast in the process. Pets, Fancy Dress, Horses, Families and Children all getting together on a beautifully sunny Autumn afternoon. www.ladywimbledon.com @LadyWimbledon www.darlingmagazine.co.uk @DarlingMagazine www.dantasticproductions.com @Dantastic_Prod www.royalmarsden.org @RoyalMarsden

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Branduin social media workshops at South Thames College

Charlie Shakespeare attends one of several business workshops delivered by Branduin Business Support who help small business owners to improve their business. Branduin works alongside Chambers of Commerce and local councils to provide business support programmes, from startups to established businesses. The Marketing & Social Media workshop in this video is aimed at early stage businesses who are looking to get their marketing on the right track quickly. It is part of a Business Support Programme being delivered in partnership with Wandsworth Chamber of Commerce and on behalf of Wandsworth Council. For further information on the programme, please go to http://www.wandsworthchamber.org/business-support.php

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Introducing the Wimbledon Foundation

Wimbledon All England Lawn Tennis Club is one of South West London's best known sporting venues... but did you know their charitable arm, the Wimbledon Foundation, donates £300,000 to local charities in Merton and Wandsworth every year? This short report gives a flavour of their work and links to four of the many charities they support. www.wimbledon.com/foundation @wimbledonfdn

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