Jan. 22, 2026

She Tracked Down Her Bullies

In this episode of Breaking Bullying, Tim Flynn sits down with Simone Ellin, a licensed clinical social worker and writer, who made the bold decision to track down the people who bullied her in middle school.

Simone shares what led her to reconnect with her former classmates years later, what those conversations were really like, and what she learned about herself along the way. The conversation explores relational bullying, the long-term impact bullying can have into adulthood, and why many prevention programs fall short.

This episode is not about revenge. It is about understanding, healing, and what real closure can look like for those still carrying the weight of childhood bullying experiences.

If you have ever wondered what it would be like to face your past, or if bullying followed you long after school ended, this conversation offers powerful insight and perspective.

Guest

Simone Ellin

Writer and Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Website: https://www.simoneellin.com

Host

Tim Flynn

Anti-Bullying Advocate | Host of Breaking Bullying

Website: https://breakingbullyingpodcast.com

Karate Chop Bullying: https://karatechopbullying.org

Listen & Subscribe

Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, and more.

Contact the show at breakbullyinghere@gmail.com

If you want to learn more or are subjected to either Bullying or Harassment, you can go to:

Stopbullying.gov

Pacer.org

If you are dealing with dark or suicidal thoughts call The National Suicide Hotline:

Phone: 988

Opening Theme: "The Beginning and the End" by Grahf

Closing Theme: "Cute Melodies 11" by Soundtrack 4 Life