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James Fendek @fendek.com · 06/09/2026

An incredible morning at @dudleyzoo.bsky.social for their 'Wake Up the Zoo' tour! 🦁 We got early access before opening to feed mealworms to meerkats, wolverines & Arctic foxes, fish to penguins, and vegetables to the monkeys. What a fantastic experience! 🐧🐒 #DudleyZoo

A photograph of a collage displaying four moments from a Dudley Zoo experience. Top-left: A wolverine on a log. Top-right: A black spider monkey perched high on a wooden post in greenery. Bottom-left: Four visitors with blue gloves on a wooden deck, feeding penguins in a green pool. Bottom-right: A group of pink flamingos wading in their enclosure with water reflections.

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James Fendek @fendek.com · 31/08/2026

An incredible takeaway dinner from Cock and Bull in Stourbridge yesterday! 🍔🔥 Tucking into the Bourbon Bull Burger paired with katsu loaded fries—my absolute favourite treat. What’s your go-to order? #Stourbridge #Foodie #Takeaway

A close-up of a large Bourbon Bull Burger served in foil, featuring a golden bun, melted cheese sauce, shredded lettuce, and rich BBQ sauce dripping down the sides.

An open takeaway box containing thick-cut katsu loaded fries generously topped with golden curry sauce, chopped spring onions, and black sesame seeds.

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James Fendek @fendek.com · 31/08/2026

Went to see Mrs Doubtfire the Musical at the Birmingham Hippodrome last night, and what a sensational show! 🎭 Pure energy, side-splitting laughs, and so much heart. West End entertainment right in the Midlands. 🎟️✨ #Theatre #Birmingham

An exterior daytime photograph of the Birmingham Hippodrome theatre in England. The tall 'HIPPODROME' sign runs vertically down the side. A massive vertical LED screen displays a scene from Mrs. Doubtfire the Musical, featuring the main character leaping while holding a vacuum cleaner. Above the image is text that reads, 'Helloooo, Birmingham!'. A crowd of people is visible on the street below and in the foreground.

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James Fendek @fendek.com · 24/08/2026

First in the office this morning with a big milestone on the agenda: interviewing my own replacement! Ready to hand off the IT reins and make the official leap into Risk & Compliance. Onwards and upwards. 🚀 #CareerGrowth #RiskAndCompliance

High-angle view looking down at an empty, quiet tarmac car park surrounded by lush green and golden autumn trees under a bright blue morning sky.

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James Fendek @fendek.com · 21/08/2026

Nature pulled off a proper plot twist today! 🌅➡️🌧️ We went from a stunning, vibrant sunset to absolute torrential downpours in about 10 minutes.

A wet residential street with terraced houses lined with parked cars, glistening from heavy rain under a hazy, dim sky.

A vibrant sunset over a suburban neighbourhood, featuring a sky filled with deep blue clouds lit by bright orange and pink light along the horizon behind house silhouettes.

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James Fendek @fendek.com · 21/08/2026

Watching Lanterns last night and seeing Garret Dillahunt play Jason Ritter’s dad made zero sense at first—there’s no way he’s old enough?! 🤯 Turns out Garret is 61! Absolutely mind-blown. He looks incredible for his age! 👏 #Lanterns #GarretDillahunt #JasonRitter #TVShows

A side-by-side comparison image of two headshots. On the left is Garret Dillahunt, labelled "William Macon". On the right is Jason Ritter, labelled "Billy Macon".

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James Fendek @fendek.com · 20/08/2026

Lovely to see the rain today! 🌧️ After all the heatwaves and dry weather, the garden is finally getting a well-deserved drink. Everything feels so much fresher already. 🌱

An elevated view overlooking red-brick rooftops and lush green back gardens in a residential neighbourhood under a overcast, rainy grey sky

A wet stone patio with dark metal garden chairs and a table in the foreground, showing a green lawn and garden path leading toward a shed under a rain-streaked sky.

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James Fendek @fendek.com · 18/08/2026

Had an absolute treat today feeding the inquisitive lemurs at Rodbaston Animal Zone! 🐒 Getting so close to these playful creatures made for a brilliant outing. #RodbastonAnimalZone #Lemurs #Staffordshire #Wildlife

A ring-tailed lemur sitting on a wooden perch in an outdoor enclosure, holding a piece of food with its tail resting alongside the beam.

Close-up of a ring-tailed lemur sitting on a elevated wooden platform, nibbling on a slice of carrot with its distinctive black-and-white striped tail hanging down.

A brown lemur perched on a wooden beam under a shelter, nibbling food with a cheeky expression.

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James Fendek @fendek.com · 17/08/2026

At Ironbridge today—ground zero for the climate emergency as the birthplace of the Industrial Revolution. It’s fascinating to stand in this quiet Shropshire valley and trace 200 years of global industry right back to where it all started. 🌉 #Ironbridge #Shropshire

Me in a black hat with yellow glasses and a pink shirt looking a bit miserable

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James Fendek @fendek.com · 16/08/2026

Final morning of the MBA residential! 🎓 Today we are going through the assessment details: crafting a marketing report and a digital artefact. Ready to bring it all together. #MBA #Marketing #HigherEd

A modern dark-brick university building displaying "THE ALAN WALTERS BUILDING" in white lettering, framed by tree branches with autumn-coloured leaves and a leaf-strewn lawn in the foreground.

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James Fendek @fendek.com · 15/08/2026

Day 2 of my University of Birmingham residential! 🎓 Yesterday's AI deep dive revealed a fascinating insight: data suggests if you're rude to AI, you're likely unkind to people too. Mind your manners, even with machines! 🤖 #UniOfBirmingham #AI

A view of the University of Birmingham campus featuring the historic red-brick Joseph Chamberlain Memorial Clock Tower (Old Joe) in the background beside a modern glass and concrete academic building, framed by leafy tree branches under a clear sky.

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James Fendek @fendek.com · 14/08/2026

Kicking off Day 1 of a 3-day MBA residential at the University of Birmingham! 🎓 We’re diving headfirst into digital marketing strategy over the next few days. Looking forward to some great discussions and insights. 🚀 #MBA #DigitalMarketing #UniversityOfBirmingham

A wide, paved walkway leading straight towards the tall, red-brick Joseph Chamberlain Memorial Clock Tower at the University of Birmingham. The path is flanked by wild, golden grass and green trees, with modern buildings visible on the left under a bright blue sky.

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James Fendek @fendek.com · 12/08/2026

Watching the partial eclipse today was pure magic! 🌒 We came prepared with our special glasses, but making DIY pinhole cameras was half the fun. The coolest part was seeing hundreds of tiny crescent shadows projected all across the car —science in action! 🚗✨ #SolarEclipse #ScienceIsCool #NatureLover

Hundreds of tiny, bright crescent-shaped shadows are projected across the silver bonnet and fender, demonstrating the pinhole effect of light filtering through trees during a partial eclipse.

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James Fendek @fendek.com · 12/08/2026

Apparently, once the chain from the crucifix has burned through to the dermis, there really is little to do but depart and spend more time with your young children and family.

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James Fendek @fendek.com · 11/08/2026

My office view for today! 🌿 Making the most of this stunning sunshine with a garden workspace. Fresh air and focus. ☀️💻 #RemoteWork #WFH #GardenOffice

A close-up, low-angle photograph taken from beneath a beige fabric gazebo or canopy, looking out across a wooden picnic table. A silver MacBook Air laptop is open and centered on the table, its dark screen reflecting the sky and buildings. Beyond the table and a wooden slatted fence are traditional brick terraced houses under a bright blue sky. Green garden foliage and a paved path are visible on the left. The scene is bathed in direct sunlight, suggesting a warm day.

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James Fendek @fendek.com · 09/08/2026

Just finished watering the allotment. I honestly think eating fresh, sun-warmed tomatoes straight off the vine is one of life’s most understated pleasures. 🍅☀️ #AllotmentLife #Gardening

A paved garden path running through a sunny allotment plot, bordered by vibrant orange marigold flowers, leafy crops, and tall sweetcorn stalks under a blue sky with light clouds.

A view down a narrow allotment pathway featuring lush tomato plants laden with ripening cherry tomatoes, flanked by tall runner bean vines climbing a frame.

Looking through a garden archway covered in leafy runner bean vines with long green pods, with purple blooming lavender lining the path below.

A neatly maintained allotment garden showing a wooden mesh crop protection frame on dark soil, surrounded by fruit trees and leafy green plants under a bright sky.

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James Fendek @fendek.com · 09/08/2026

Brilliant day out in London with the boys yesterday! 🏛️ We explored the Natural History Museum, Camden Lock Market & Battersea Power Station. Great fun, though our 10-year-old declared the Northern line far too hot, noisy & busy! 🚇 #London #FamilyDayOut

The grand Romanesque exterior facade and twin towers of the Natural History Museum on a bright, clear day.

A close-up of a carved stone wolf-like creature sitting on a ledge along the slate roof of the Natural History Museum.

Interior view of Hintze Hall at the Natural History Museum, showing the blue whale skeleton suspended from the grand, ornate Victorian ceiling.

A low-angle shot looking up at the iconic brick wall and white chimneys of Battersea Power Station under a blue sky.

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James Fendek @fendek.com · 06/08/2026

Spent a fantastic day exploring @DudleyZoo! 🦁 Brick-tacular spot: they’ve got amazing life-sized brick animals dotted alongside the real wildlife! Such a fun, unique family day out. 🧱✨ #DudleyZoo #FamilyDayOut #WildBricks #DaysOutUK

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James Fendek @fendek.com · 25/07/2026

Currently sat in what apple weather calls light rain barbecuing

A green kettle barbecue with a mesh chair in the foreground and a French road sign behind it. The road sign says Prioté à droite

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James Fendek @fendek.com · 23/07/2026

Summer nights don’t get much better than this. ✨ Warm lights, fresh air, and no reason to head inside anytime soon. 🌙 #BackyardOasis #SummerNights #OutdoorLiving #GardenDesign #CozyVibes

A long residential backyard illuminated by warm outdoor lights at twilight. In the foreground sits a patio table with four metal mesh chairs with teal cushions. The lawn stretches down toward a lit gazebo at the far end, which covers a wooden dining table and a glowing TV screen. Warm solar lights line the wooden fence on the left and illuminate lush hedges on the right against a deep blue evening sky.

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James Fendek @fendek.com · 21/07/2026

My garden project has been completed. Really pleased with the outcome

A sunny view looking down a long backyard away from a patio area. In the foreground, a grey mesh outdoor table and chairs sit on a light grey stone patio. Beyond the patio is a green patch of grass next to a dry, yellow section of lawn. In the background sits a raised grey decking platform with a cream gazebo, a red brick garage, and a tall wooden fence running along the left side.

A long residential backyard sunny view looking toward a red brick house. In the foreground, there is a modern grey composite decking platform with a hammock stand, partially covered by a cream gazebo canvas. A paved stone walkway runs along lush green bushes on the left. In the middle ground, a small yellow football goal sits on a lawn, leading to a outdoor dining set near the back of the house.

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James Fendek @fendek.com · 20/07/2026

Having my garden redone—replacing a patio, rotten decking, and an old swing and extending the lawn. But here’s what I don't get: how did it look so awful in the photos the landscapers put on Facebook? I swear it didn’t look that bad before it went online! 😂

A view looking out from the back door at an old, uneven patio with heavy weed and grass growth spreading through the cracks between the grey paving slabs. In the background, a worn-out children's swing set stands on a patchy lawn next to a weathered wooden fence.

An image of a weathered, rotting wooden deck covered in weeds growing through the slats. Collapsed and broken wooden garden chairs sit to the left on dry, patchy grass, and a wooden fence runs along the background.

A high-angle shot of a freshly laid patio made of clean, light-cream rectangular stone pavers. It sits directly outside the back of a brick house with open white double doors. To the right, a patch of cleared, bare brown soil is ready for a new lawn.

A wide shot of a newly installed, dark grey composite decking platform in a long backyard. The garden is enclosed by tall wooden fencing, and construction tools and buckets sit in the foreground under a bright blue sky with scattered clouds.

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James Fendek @fendek.com · 05/07/2026

Fired up the new BBQ for the first time yesterday and it was a total success! 🍔🔥 We’re getting the garden done later this month, so let’s hope for great weather and plenty of reasons to make good use of it. Let summer begin!

A high-angle close-up of a round black charcoal barbecue grill. Six thick beef burger patties and five sausages are sizzling on the metal grate over glowing hot coals and ash.

A long residential back garden on a cloudy day, featuring a weathered wooden decking area with two empty wooden lounge chairs in the foreground. A paved path leads past overgrown green bushes, a lawn, and a football goal toward a brick house in the background.

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James Fendek @fendek.com · 28/06/2026

Last day of this MBA residential today. We presented, had feedback, and modified it for submission.

Brick building with Birmingham Business School written on it

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James Fendek @fendek.com · 27/06/2026

Day 2 of the MBA residential. Campus is buzzing with the undergraduate open day—full of 17‑year‑olds doing their best to look cool while being quietly mortified to be seen anywhere near their parents.

Red brick clock tower, a brutalist building, trees and grass

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James Fendek @fendek.com · 26/06/2026

Back at uni today for my MBA—great session from a marketing director who was part of the team that transformed Jägermeister from “5 bombs for £1” to a premium ice‑cold shot brand. Turns out Wilhelm Mast’s grandchildren weren’t too keen on the old image! Fascinating repositioning story.

A modern dark brick wall with The Alan Walters Building in silver lettering

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James Fendek @fendek.com · 10/05/2026

Wrapping up a brilliant MBA residential weekend at Birmingham—three days of challenging thinking, fresh perspectives, and real-world application. It’s been intense, but exactly what growth feels like. Back to the day job tomorrow with a sharper mindset and plenty to reflect on. #MBA

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James Fendek @fendek.com · 09/05/2026

Day 2 of 3 following class vote, we decided to move back to the building with the free coffee machine

The Alan Walter’s Building at Birmingham University

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James Fendek @fendek.com · 08/05/2026

Day one of three at the University of Birmingham—diving into sustainable operations in this brutalist beauty. Plenty to think about already… 🌍📚 #MBA

University of Birmingham - Old Joe clock tower

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James Fendek @fendek.com · 04/05/2026

Bank holiday highlights ✨ 🎬 The Devil Wears Prada 2 🛍️ Retail therapy 🍜 Salathip Thai, Kingswinford 🍽️ BMK, StourportNo complaints at all 💫#BankHolidayVibes #GoodFoodGoodMood #WeekendRecap

Thai green curry. Fragrant rice and mixed noodles

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