The Bully Chain : Episode 18 : "I Reached Out To Gary"

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A man who was bullied for four years at King David High School has told Hot 1027 News the abuse stopped when he asked the right person for help.

Over the course of this week, we’ve taken you through the remarkable story of how Clinton Fein bullied Bryan Schimmel and then decades later apologized giving rise to an extraordinary friendship.

Today , we tell you why after 4 years the bullying finally stopped.

If you know of a school that might benefit from hearing Bryan and Clinton's insights on bullying first hand, send an e-mail to gemma@stageworx.co.za .

The National Arts Council of South Africa is covering the costs for them to visit schools in February 2023.
11 Nov 2022 English South Africa Entertainment News · Documentary

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