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The Bully Chain: Episode 37 : "Block, Screenshots, Tell"

If you, or your children are being bullied online, there ARE a few things you can do to strengthen your case against the abuser. Many people jump the gun by hitting the report button which deletes key evidence. As part of our anti-bullying campaign this November, we roped in the…

29 Nov 2022 2 min

Hot Cares Christmas : Breathing Room For Sally & Jane

Two women who have spent the better part of the last two years on the streets of Benoni say they’re overwhelmed by the kindness of strangers who are helping them rebuild their lives. The pair were nominated by a Hot 1027 listener for Hot Care’s Christmas and this morning ,…

28 Nov 2022 2 min

The Bully Chain : Episode 36 : A Soapie Star's Stand

7de Laan actress Ingrid Vraagom has told Hot 1027 news she was bullied by cruel strangers online, mainly about her postpartum appearance. After being subjected to vile and hateful comments the actress says she decided to stand up for herself in a very public way. Hot1027’s Tara Penny has more

28 Nov 2022 2 min

The Bully Chain : Episode 35 : Emily Is Smiling Again

The mother of a Gauteng teenage girl who tried to take her own life after being bullied has told Hot1027 news she’s doing MUCH better now. Last week , we brought you the story of Emily , the 15 year old girl who took a copious amount of pills after…

25 Nov 2022 2 min

The Bully Chain : Episode 34 : The Psychological Blame Game

Many among us are being psychologically and emotionally bullied, with serious consequences.. This month, we're taking a close look at bullying wherever its found.. Experts tell us there are five weapons in an emotional abuser's arsenal.. They are: 1. Intimidation 2. Accusing and Blaming 3. Isolation 4. Humiliation 5. Denial…

24 Nov 2022 2 min

The Bully Chain - Episode 33 - LISTEN To Your Children

School counsellors are calling on parents to keep open lines of communication with their children at all times , so they’re able to talk about bullying as soon as it starts happening. Often these counsellors become the first line of defence when a child is being mistreated at school or…

24 Nov 2022 2 min

The Bully Chain : Episode 32 : There's An App For That

The anxiety and fear related to reporting bullying has given rise to technology aimed at helping a victim, while keeping their identity anonymous. Many among us are battling bullying in the school yard , in the workplace and even in the family… This November, Hot1027 news is trying to rope…

23 Nov 2022 2 min

The Bully Chain: Episode 31 : The Karate Kid

With no end to bullying on the horizon, some children are finding confidence and companionship by taking up martial arts . This month, Hot 1027 News is focusing on bullying wherever it’s found by looking at real-life experiences and how people have managed to get out of the cycle of…

22 Nov 2022 2 min

The Bully Chain : Episode 30 : It Might Not Be All In Your Head

Many among us are being psychologically and emotionally bullied, with serious consequences. This month, we're taking a close look at bullying wherever its found, and the experts tell us there are five weapons in an emotional abuser's arsenal. They are intimidation, constant criticism, isolation, humiliation , and last but certainly…

21 Nov 2022 2 min

The Bully Chain : Episode 29 : You Have Rights At Work

Do you even know what the procedure is for reporting bullying at your workplace? Many are walking around unaware of their rights , and the avenues available to lodge grievances when someone at work steps out of line. For the month of November, Hot1027 news is looking at bullying from…

21 Nov 2022 2 min

The Bully Chain : Episode 28 : Parental Tug Of War

When it comes to one parent bullying another, sadly its the child that usually bears the brunt of the abuse. This November, Hot 1027 News is zooming in on bullying wherever it happens , and we're roping in the experts to guide us through what's happening in our schools, workplaces…

18 Nov 2022 2 min

The Bully Chain : Episode 27 : Fitting In Is Key

Parents are being warned not to underestimate the need for acceptance at all levels of schooling. This November, Hot 1027 news is examining bullying wherever its found , to try and understand why the abuse happens, and more importantly to give insight into what we can do about it. Hot…

18 Nov 2022 2 min

The "Softest" Iron Man in Fourways 😎

A Fourways Man is getting ready to do not just ONE, but TWO Iron Mans back-to-back to raise money for people with disabilities. Co-founder of the “Paige Project” Theo Bierman is putting his body on the line in the Cradle of Human Kind this morning .. as part of his…

17 Nov 2022 1 min

The Bully Chain : Episode 26 : I Couldn't Protect Her

The mother of a teenager who tried to take her own life says she’s racked with guilt over not being able to protect her daughter from schoolyard bullies. The 15 year old overdosed on pills on Saturday afternoon. She was rushed to a Gauteng hospital where a medical team managed…

17 Nov 2022 2 min

The Bully Chain : Episode 25 : On Suicide Watch

A 15 year old girl whose been relentlessly bullied at her Gauteng school and online is on suicide watch this morning after trying to take her own life. The teen overdosed on pills over the weekend. Her mother rushed her to hospital where staff spent hours bringing her back to…

17 Nov 2022 2 min

The Bully Chain : Episode 24 : My Daughter Tried To Kill Herself

A 15 year old girl whose been bullied both at school and online is now recovering at her Gauteng home after attempting suicide. The girl took a copious amount of pills on Saturday afternoon. Her family found her and rushed her to hospital where it took hours to stabilise her…

16 Nov 2022 2 min

The Bully Chain : Episode 23 : Asking your child the right questions

Parents are being urged to ask their children VERY specific questions about their school day. When it’s done right, the answers your children give you, could let you know that they’re being bullied. For the month of November , Hot1027 news is trying to understand why bullying happens and what…

16 Nov 2022 1 min

The Bully Chain : Episode 22 : Your Rights At Work

With workplace bullying under the floodlight, managers and employees are being warned to consider their conduct in the office and the harmful effect that words can have. Far too many people are suffering in silence here in South Africa , labouring under a "iJob iJob" mentality. But we actually have…

15 Nov 2022 2 min

The Bully Chain : Episode 21 : Bullies In The Workplace

Bullying is happening in the school yard , online and in many families , but the workplace is also a minefield where many are finding themselves isolated or "othered". For the month of November , Hot1027 news is putting the focus on bullying wherever it happens, and we're trying to…

14 Nov 2022 2 min

The Bully Chain : Episode 20 : Sibling Rivalry

Did you know that bullying by siblings can be JUST AS damaging as bullying by peers? For the Month of November , Hot 1027 is looking at bullying from every imaginable angle, from the schoolyard, to the office and even in the family. We're also roping in the experts to…

14 Nov 2022 2 min