Podcasts about gambling addiction

In this deeply personal episode of the Meaningful People Podcast, Sruli Stern shares the hidden double life he lived for years as a compulsive gambler. From a childhood scratch-off card to high-stakes nights in Atlantic City, Sruli walks listeners through the slow escalation of an addiction that hijacked his logic, strained his marriage, buried him in debt, and nearly cost him everything. With raw honesty, he describes the lies, the rationalizations, the spiritual confusion, and the crushing moment when he lost his family's rent money and considered crashing his car rather than face the truth. What follows is a powerful story of rock bottom, confession, and recovery. Sruli opens up about coming clean to his wife, walking into his first Gamblers Anonymous meeting, rebuilding trust one step at a time, and confronting the deeper pain that fueled his addiction in the first place. This episode is not just about gambling, it is about accountability, faith, marriage, and the courage to change. Whether you have struggled personally or love someone who has, this conversation sheds light on a silent battle affecting more people than we realize and offers real hope that recovery is possible.   This episode was made possible thanks to our sponsors: ► PZ Deals   Download the app and never pay full price again!   https://app.pz.deals/install/mpp    _________________   ► Colel Chabad Pushka App   The easiest way to give Tzedaka   https://pushkapp.cc/meaningful   _________________   ► Ness Vacation Homes   EDEN GARDENS' LARGEST LUXURY HOME COLLECTION  Handpicked, high-end homes available exclusively through Ness. OPTIONAL PROGRAM-LEVEL PESACH EXPERIENCE  Upgrade your stay with a complete A–Z Pesach setup, including kitchen preparation, catered meals, and fully arranged details by Glatt Gourmet.   https://nessvacationhomes.com/   _________________   ► Wruble & Co   Exceptional legal service starts with a genuine personal connection. We deliver clear, efficient, results-driven legal counsel in Israeli real estate, always guided by the client's individual needs. Through transparency, care, and clarity, we support confident decision-making at every step.   https://www.wrublelaw.co.il/   _________________   ► Givat Hashalva   Givat Hashalvah is a new, vibrant, Torah-centered community rising in Givat Ze'ev, only 20 minutes from the heart of Yerushalayim.   https://go.lyo.group/4rAkXCN   _________________   ► Ziltch   Stop paying credit card interest right now

Did you know that online sports betting is now fully active in Missouri? In December alone, over $543 million was spent on online wagers. In this episode of The Way We See It, Pastor Alex Bryant sits down with two young men—Trey Bryant and Ashwin Garlapaty—to talk about a rising cultural trend that's quietly targeting their generation. With just a few taps on an app, users can bet on everything from the game winner to the color of Gatorade dumped on the coach. What seems like harmless fun can lead to long-term consequences like addiction, secrecy, and habits that follow young men into marriage and family life. Pastor Alex shares his concerns and creates space for real, honest dialogue about the dangers, the appeal, and the spiritual responsibility of navigating it all. This isn't just a conversation about gambling—it's about wisdom, identity, and guarding your future. #TWWSI, #OnlineSportsBetting, #FaithAndCulture, #GamblingAddiction, #GuardYourFuture, #TalkToYoungMen, #BettingApps, #PastorAlexBryant, #MissouriSportsBetting, #RealTalkFaith Alex Bryant Ministries is focused on helping people be reconciled to God, then within one's own self, and finally being reconciled to our fellow man in order to become disciples. Connect with us and our resources:    Our books - Let's Start Again & Man UP    More about us Like, subscribe, and share. Partner with ABM to place resources in jails and the inner city for $19 a month at alexbryant.org.  Follow us on Facebook or Instagram

We're joined by Idris Abdulkareem, a listener of the podcast, who opens up about his journey as an ex-gambling addict now 6 months clean. With courage and vulnerability, Idris shares how his relationship with gambling started, how it slowly escalated, and how it eventually took over his life.He speaks candidly about losing everything, battling suicidal thoughts, and reaching a breaking point that forced him to confront the reality of his situation. The conversation walks through the darkest moments of addiction, the isolation that comes with it, and the difficult but life-changing decision to quit.More than anything, this episode is about accountability, recovery, and hope. It's a reminder of how quickly things can spiral, but also how choosing help, honesty, and change can begin a new chapter.This is a powerful, sobering, and necessary conversation — one that may resonate deeply with anyone who has struggled, is struggling, or knows someone who is.JOIN THE WHATSAPP CHANNEL:https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VbBii6eLtOjA3h8LHg2BFOLLOW US ON:http://twitter.com/sonigerian_http://Instagram.com/sonigerian_http://twitter.com/damiar0shttp://instagram.com/_damiiaros7http://twitter.com/medici__ihttps://instagram.com/medici.ihttps://www.instagram.com/cambiassowrldhttps://www.tiktok.com/cambiasso950 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

From “just for fun” to full-blown addiction, this episode explores how gambling takes hold, who it impacts, and the hard truths people don't talk about.https://linkbio.co/ManicCandice

In this powerful episode, we sit down with Jacques Wijtman, founder and host of the Endure Edge Podcast, to unpack his journey from gambling addiction to becoming an endurance athlete and mental health advocate. Jacques shares how running helped him rebuild his life, discipline, and mindset—and why vulnerability, storytelling, and movement are key tools for healing. We explore mental health, addiction recovery, resilience, and what it truly means to endure when life gets tough. Endure Edge is a platform where resilience meets real life—featuring candid conversations with people who push boundaries and share raw, honest stories of struggle and triumph. Whether you're chasing personal goals, navigating mental health challenges, or looking for inspiration, this episode delivers real talk and real lessons.

If a sports betting app has the data to know exactly when a user is struggling financially, should it have a legal duty to cut that person off?On this episode of Capitalisn't, we dive into the murky waters of the American sports betting explosion. We are often told that legalization simply moves an existing black market into the light, but guest Jonathan Cohen argues that the issue isn't that we legalized the industry—it's that we did it "recklessly."Cohen, the Policy Lead at the American Institute for Boys and Men and author of Losing Big: America's Reckless Bet on Sports Gambling, joins Bethany and Luigi to outline the serious costs of this rapid liberalization. His data shows that legalized online sports betting is associated with a 25% to 30% increase in personal bankruptcies, a notable rise in auto loan defaults and credit card delinquencies, and increased cases of childhood neglect.Is there a way to fix this market so that it is fair for consumers without imposing such a high degree of societal cost? Host Luigi Zingales suggests a broader solution: a "fiduciary duty" for data collectors. When you give sensitive information to a doctor, accountant, or lawyer, they are bound to use that data only in your interest. If a betting app sees a user's credit card deposits being declined or identifies a pattern of "loss chasing," should they be legally required to act in your interest instead of targeting you with VIP offers? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Hosts Joe Maddon and Tom Verducci welcome author Danny Funt, who wrote the book, Everybody Loses: The Tumultuous Rise of American Sports Gambling, which explores the growth of gambling and social acceptance in sports. Danny discusses the mixed messages being sent and methods used to create habits which now has fans gambling on their phones throughout a game. How did gambling go from 'evil' to being a partner of the professional leagues? The Book of Joe Podcast is a production of iHeart Radio. #fsrSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hosts Joe Maddon and Tom Verducci welcome author Danny Funt, who wrote the book, Everybody Loses: The Tumultuous Rise of American Sports Gambling, which explores the growth of gambling and social acceptance in sports. Danny discusses the mixed messages being sent and methods used to create habits which now has fans gambling on their phones throughout a game. How did gambling go from 'evil' to being a partner of the professional leagues? The Book of Joe Podcast is a production of iHeart Radio. #fsrSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With the Superbowl coming up we are talking to Dr. Tim Fong, a Clinical Professor of Psychiatry at the Jane and Terry Semel Institute for Neuroscience and Human Behavior at UCLA, about gambling addiction.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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For more than a decade, Kate Seselja lived a double life. Outwardly, she was a well-spoken suburban mum raising six children. Privately, she was trapped in a devastating poker machine addiction that would cost her more than $500,000, push her family into overwhelming debt, and bring her to the brink of suicide. In this deeply confronting episode, Kate takes us back to the years when gambling consumed her life — the highs of winning, the crushing shame of losing, the secrecy, and the relentless hope that the next spin would fix everything. She reflects on how poker machines are designed to hijack the brain, why addiction thrives in silence, and how stigma keeps people trapped for far too long. Kate also speaks candidly about her rock-bottom moment while pregnant with her sixth child, what stopped her from ending her life, and the long road to recovery that followed. Now an advocate and founder of The Hope Project, she dedicates her life to helping others understand gambling harm as a public health issue and not a personal failure. This episode is a powerful reminder that gambling addiction doesn’t look the way we expect it to and that it can happen to anyone. If this episode brings up anything for you, support is available. You can contact Lifeline on 13 11 14. Kate Seselja, along with at GHLEE (Gambling Harm Lived Experience Experts) are calling for each state and territory to enforce loss limits on poker machines of $100 per day, $500 per month, and $5000 per year. This simple act will literally save lives. You can find out more information and sign their petition here. CREDITS: Guest: Kate Seselja Host: Kate Langbroek Group Executive Producer: Naima Brown Executive Producer: Bree Player Audio Producer: Jacob Round Video Producer: Josh Green Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 2 for 1/23/26 Drew and Elizabeth pray the Chaplet of Divine Mercy (1:00). Then, Scott Weeman from CatholicinRecovery discusses the issues with gambling (27:53). Topics: gambler's anonymous (40:00), finding hope (44:08), and video game addiction (46:20). Link: https://catholicinrecovery.com/

Calls are growing for tougher gambling regulations to prevent relapse. New AUT research shows one in four gamblers who recover from harmful gambling slip back and return to the habit at a risky level. Problem Gambling Foundation Clinical Director Bridgette Thornley told Andrew Dickins people need concrete plans in place to kick their addiction, and New Zealand needs to help. She says they need to remove predatory online marketing and gambling advertising in front of young people. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jonathan Cohen, historian and the author of Losing Big: America's Reckless Bet on Sports Gambling (Columbia Global Reports, 2025), talks about how prediction markets, where people bet on world events, elections or...almost anything, are rising in popularity, and the risks that may come with these lightly-regulated markets.

Why do we keep turning to cigarettes, food, gambling, shopping, porn, alcohol, or even our phones when we're hurting? In this raw and eye-opening episode of Dr. Judy WTF (What the Freud / What the Foot), Dr. Judy Rosenberg dives deep into the psychology of addiction and reveals what she calls the “Hole in the Soul”—the emotional wound left by childhood trauma, neglect, abuse, and disconnection that drives us to self-medicate.Using her powerful Mind Map system, Dr. Judy breaks down how early wounds lead to emotional reactions, toxic encodings, chaos, and ultimately the defense mechanisms we call addictions. From smoking and gambling to binge eating and shopping, she explains the difference between filling yourself and truly fulfilling yourself—and why addictions only create temporary relief while deepening long-term pain.Dr. Judy also shares insights from her upcoming book “Kick It: Stop Smoking and Be the Cause of Better Outcomes for Your Life”, including the psychology behind comfort smokers, control smokers, and performance smokers, and why quitting isn't just about willpower—it's about healing the original wound.This episode features powerful listener questions, real-life examples, and an unfiltered look at why even life-threatening diagnoses often aren't enough to stop addiction. If you've ever wondered “Why do I do this to myself?”—this conversation is for you.It's not about shame.It's not about weakness.It's about healing the hole… so you no longer need the filler.

The crew reacts to Kayshon Boutte's piece in the Players Tribune discussing gambling addiction.

The crew discusses the Kayshon Boutte article he wrote for the Players Tribune where he opened up about his gambling addiction and the impact sports gambling has had on society. Then they hear from the people in today's Hillnotes!

Former Democratic state Rep. David Nangle, of Lowell, to 15 months in prison after pleading guilty to illegally using campaign funds to pay for personal expenses, including gambling debts. He joins WBUR's All Things Considered to share his story and to deliver a message for lawmakers.

Success in running often comes from hitting rock bottom. This was the case for Terence Gerchberg, who transformed his gambling addiction into a mission to help others find their footing, one mile at a time.In the words of Terence, “Running changed and saved my life. Today, I have the privilege of helping others do the same through Back on My Feet, a national nonprofit that transforms the lives of those experiencing homelessness and addiction through the power of running and community.”Jon chats with Terence about:overcoming gambling addiction through running Back on My Feet nonprofit missionultra running and Leadville race attemptscommunity support in running groups finding purpose through helping othershis definition of success (not money)Stay connected:Follow Terence:https://www.instagram.com/coachamazing/Back on My Feet:Backonmyfeet.orgThis episode is supported by:Rocket Money Take control of your spending. Cancel unwanted subscriptions and reduce the rest with Rocket Money: RocketMoney.com/GORUN.RACE Cancer Let's hold each other accountable and create momentum together in the new year by committing to at least one mile a day through RACE Cancer's Winter Challenge. Go to app.winterchallenge.org and use code “FTLR” and join our team!

As online gambling platforms and advertising become increasingly visible and accessible, concerns are growing about the hidden harms associated with gambling addiction. Clinical psychologist Mark de la Rey from Akeso Kenilworth Clinic speaks to John Maytham about the rise in patients seeking treatment for gambling-related addiction, why the damage is often underestimated, and how gambling mirrors the trajectory once seen with alcohol and tobacco, from glamorisation to serious public health concern. He explains how addiction develops, the warning signs families should look out for, and why early intervention and regulation matter. This programme is your authentic Cape Town wake-up call. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is informative, enlightening and accessible. The team’s ability to spot & share relevant and unusual stories make the programme inclusive and thought-provoking. Don’t miss the popular World View feature at 7:45am daily. Listen out for #LesterInYourLounge which is an outside broadcast – from the home of a listener in a different part of Cape Town - on the first Wednesday of every month. This show introduces you to interesting Capetonians as well as their favourite communities, habits, local personalities and neighbourhood news. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit. Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays between 06:00 and 09:00 (SA Time) to Good Morning CapeTalk with Lester Kiewit broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/xGkqLbT or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/f9Eeb7i Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5 Follow us on social media CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

David Choe is a world-renowned artist, writer, podcaster and TV host. He tells how as a child, he was made to believe he was destined for greatness but also that he was a complete disgrace, leading him to channel his energy—including deep shame—into art that brought him global recognition. He shares about his addictions that put him on a decades-long cycle of extreme highs and lows and that forced him to eventually acknowledge and heal the childhood trauma he was battling inside. David shows up with raw, authentic presence to show us how we can transmute pain and shame into our best creative work and, more importantly, how complete vulnerability, especially about our hardest experiences, is the ultimate tool for forgiveness and self-acceptance. He also tells us the actual story about early Facebook, Pee-wee Herman and Santa Claus. Note: This conversation includes topics and language that may not be suitable for younger audiences. Read the episode show notes at hubermanlab.com. Thank you to our sponsors AG1: https://drinkag1.com/huberman Eight Sleep: https://eightsleep.com/huberman LMNT: https://drinklmnt.com/huberman Function: https://functionhealth.com/huberman Mateina: https://drinkmateina.com/huberman Timestamps 00:00:00 David Choe 00:03:10 Drawing, Black & Colors, Death 00:12:54 Telepathy, South Bay 00:17:52 Sponsors: Eight Sleep & LMNT 00:20:40 Childhood, Podcasts, Mundane Moments & Artist Life 00:28:45 Mother, Beliefs, Religion, Artistic Ability, Childhood 00:33:27 Gambling, Transformation; Immigrant, Disgrace 00:40:10 Street Art, Graffiti, Creativity; Paintings, Payment; Sports 00:52:08 Sponsor: AG1 00:53:30 Santa, Belief; Journal, Vulnerability; Heart Break, Art 01:00:16 Facebook, Graffiti; Theft, Gambling 01:10:57 Adapting, Creativity 01:17:16 Album Cover, Art & Payment 01:23:40 Sponsor: Function 01:25:28 Immigrant & Belonging, Academics, Learning Art, Marvel Comics, Shame 01:35:11 Shame, Gambling Addiction, Stress 01:43:05 Sexual Abuse, Trauma, Shame, Addiction 01:51:52 Early Career, Pornography, Author 02:01:20 Graffiti, Disappointment, Rejection; Early Magazines 02:08:26 Sponsor: Mateina 02:09:27 Pornography, Co-Dependence; Movie Set 02:18:00 Pride & Family, Vice; Pokémon 02:26:44 Podcast, Workaholism, Shame, Reality; Anthony Bourdain, Channing Tatum 02:38:54 Writing, Career Success, Workaholism, Vice, News, Self-Sabotage, Heart Attack 02:52:21 Growth & Pain, Sizzler; David Arquette 02:58:40 Rehab, God, Purpose, Parents & Disappointment, The Choe Show, Pee-Wee Herman 03:05:53 Gratitude, Korean Immigrant, Self-Reflection, Brokenness 03:14:37 Emotion, Saying No, Suicide; Vacation & Workaholism, Art 03:25:23 Legacy; Vacation, Work; Authenticity 03:31:15 Surviving & Thriving, Suicide, Addiction, Play the Tape Out, Fun, Feeling Enough 03:44:43 Hope & Faith, Electronics, Santa Claus 03:51:23 Zero-Cost Support, YouTube, Spotify & Apple Follow, Reviews & Feedback, Sponsors, Protocols Book, Social Media, Neural Network Newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Thomas Melchior placed his first soccer bet in 2005. He was addicted to gambling for 13 years, and imprisoned for the crimes he committed in his addiction. Now, he stands in front of stadiums on gamedays around Europe to raise awareness for the problem that is gambling in football – and he's using some controversial tactics. HELPFUL LINKS FOR THIS EPISODE:Thomas Melchior on InstagramFox Sports, "From prison to social media star: How one man is taking on sports betting at German soccer games" (September 2025)Deutsche Welle, "Gambling in German Football: Time to Quit?"The Guardian, "I lost 10 years of my life': how UK betting giant's unlawful marketing kept suicidal gambler hooked"NEW: send me a text message! (I'd love to hear your thoughts - texts get to me anonymously, without charge or signup) Please leave a quick voicemail with any feedback, corrections, suggestions - or just greetings - HERE. Or comment via Twitter, Instagram, Bluesky or Facebook. If you enjoy this podcast and think that what I do fills a gap in soccer coverage that others would be interested in as well, please Recommend The Assistant Professor of Football. Spreading the word, through word of mouth, truly does help. Leave some rating stars at the podcast platform of your choice. There are so many sports podcasts out there, and only ratings make this project visible; only then can people who look for a different kind of take on European soccer actually find me. Artwork for The Assistant Professor of Football is by Saige LindInstrumental music for this podcast, including the introduction track, is by the artist Ketsa and used under a Creative Commons license through Free Music Archive: https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Ketsa/

Craig is joined by Hamid, a fellow gambler in recovery. Hamid talks about how he began gambling, what led to his addiction, his relationship with his family, his road to recovery, and much more.

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In this episode of Double Down Michigan, MGCB Executive Director Henry Williams speaks with Mike Mooney, founder of Choices Counseling Center in Roseville, about his work helping individuals and families affected by gambling addiction. Drawing on years of experience as a certified counselor, Mike shares how his center supports clients referred through Michigan's Problem Gambling Helpline, guiding them to recognize the impact of gambling, rebuild trust, and develop practical tools for lasting recovery. With the upcoming holiday season often bringing increased stress and opportunities to gamble, Mike discusses strategies for staying mindful, avoiding risky behaviors, and maintaining healthy boundaries, while also highlighting the importance of early intervention, compassion, and honesty in supporting a stable, fulfilling life. For anyone who may be struggling or knows someone who is, help is available. You can find free, confidential support by calling the 1-800-GAMBLER helpline or visiting our agency's website at Michigan.gov/MGCB to learn more about our responsible gaming initiatives. Facebook: MichiganGCBTwitter: @MichiganGCBInstagram: @michigangcb)LinkedIn: michigangcb

Kiki Marriott is one of the thousands of people in the UK whose life has spiralled out of control because of gambling addiction. However, research has shown that while people from ethnic minorities like Kiki are actually less likely to gamble than their white counterparts – they are more likely to suffer harm from gambling and less likely to seek help. Why is this? And what can be done to help those most in need feel more comfortable with getting support? Niall is joined by Kiki and Sky News correspondent Emma Birchley. Warning: This podcast contains references to addiction, substance abuse and suicide. Producer: Tom Gillespie Editor: Mike Bovill

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Charleen and Ellie are peaking after the buzz of the live show in Limerick this week! They share how they've been feeling along with Ellie's latest house delivery and Charleen's Christmas in NYC. For our dilemma this week, we've had a listener get in touch who is in a tough situation with her boyfriend. She recently found out he's been gambling a lot and ever since, despite promising he'll stop, he's been much more sneaking with his phone. The girls offer their advice on whether checking his bank account is too much, or if she can even trust him again. Charleen shares how she's been through this before and how it ended up. In Phone A Friend we've a listener who is feel lost and behind as she navigates first year of college, especially when it comes to boys. You gave some amazing support as always. Got a dilemma of your own? Email: holdmydrink@goloudnow.comInstagram: @holdmydrinkpod

Do you know how to spot if someone in your congregation has a gambling problem? Once it's been spotted or confessed, do you know what to do?Karl Vaters talks with Dr. Don Lichi about one of the fastest-growing addictions in the world, including:How is gambling defined?Why does it have such a strong grip on some people?Who is most likely to be addicted?How to get helpAnd moreDonald Lichi is vice president emeritus of Emerge Counseling Ministries, and author of the article, Is Gambling a Problem in the Church? You Bet! in Influence magazine. Links:Is Gambling a Problem in the Church? You Bet! (article)Emerge Counseling MinistriesBroken Windows of the Soul: A Pastor and Christian Psychologist Discuss Sexual Sins and the Prescription to Heal ThemYouVersion Bible App Bonus ChatWhat to Do if You're a Pastor with a Gambling Problem, with Donald LichiPastors are not immune to the temptations of gambling and other addictions.In this short conversation, Karl Vaters talks with Dr. Don Lichi about how to recognize those tendencies in yourself, and what to do if you're trapped in it. They also talk about who you should/should not share these problems with, and how to engage in preventative measures. Links:Is Gambling a Problem in the Church? You Bet! (article)Emerge Counseling MinistriesBroken Windows of the Soul: A Pastor and Christian Psychologist Discuss Sexual Sins and the Prescription to Heal ThemTo get Bonus Content every week, click here to become a Financial Partner, or here to subscribe to the Free Weekly Newsletter.

Owen Poole covers today's top tech stories: a new study shows that AI models can get addicted to gambling, just like humans; OpenAI debuts its ChatGPT-powered Atlas web browser; and Owen is joined by ZDNET Editor-in-Chief Jason Hiner to discuss what the latest AI news could mean for the future of work.

What drives someone to take a chance—and when does that risk turn into harm? In this episode of Double Down Michigan, MGCB Executive Director Henry Williams talks with Dr. Shane Kraus, Associate Professor of Psychology at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. Dr. Kraus shares insights from his research on gambling disorder, addictive behaviors, and mental health among high-risk populations such as U.S. military veterans and young adults. Together, they explore the science behind gambling addiction, the challenges of treatment and prevention, and what regulators, clinicians, and communities can do to protect people from gambling-related harm.You can learn more about Dr. Kraus's research here: www.unlv.edu/people/shane-kraus For anyone who may be struggling or knows someone who is, help is available. You can find free, confidential support by calling the 1-800-GAMBLER helpline or visiting our agency's website at Michigan.gov/MGCB to learn more about our responsible gaming initiatives.     Facebook: MichiganGCBTwitter: @MichiganGCBInstagram: @michigangcb)LinkedIn: michigangcb

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The rise of sports betting has made it easier to gamble using the phone in your pocket. That's true even in states like Minnesota, where sports betting is illegal. The situation has some researchers and advocates concerned that more young adults could fall into gambling addiction or debt.  Those concerns are the topic of a conference in the Twin Cities this Friday, hosted by the Minnesota Alliance on Problem Gambling. Susan Sheridan Tucker is the group's executive director and Michelle Malkin is an assistant professor from East Carolina University who created tools to help students and counselors recognize when gambling becomes too risky. They joined MPR News host Nina Moini to share more about the impact of sports betting in Minnesota.   

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The NBA is taking heat over one of its head coaches and a player, Portland Trail Blazers coach Chauncey Billups, and Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier, who were caught up in a major illegal gambling bust. The league isn't accused of anything illegal, but it certainly has embraced the gambling industry. We don't know why these NBA guys may have gotten involved, if they did, but in some cases, gambling addiction is what leads to the trouble. Safer Gambling President Keith Scott Whyte joins the Fox News Rundown: Evening Edition to discuss why gambling can be so addictive and why he says there's a need to create more regulations about legal sports betting. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The NBA is taking heat over one of its head coaches and a player, Portland Trail Blazers coach Chauncey Billups, and Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier, who were caught up in a major illegal gambling bust. The league isn't accused of anything illegal, but it certainly has embraced the gambling industry. We don't know why these NBA guys may have gotten involved, if they did, but in some cases, gambling addiction is what leads to the trouble. Safer Gambling President Keith Scott Whyte joins the Fox News Rundown: Evening Edition to discuss why gambling can be so addictive and why he says there's a need to create more regulations about legal sports betting. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The NBA is taking heat over one of its head coaches and a player, Portland Trail Blazers coach Chauncey Billups, and Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier, who were caught up in a major illegal gambling bust. The league isn't accused of anything illegal, but it certainly has embraced the gambling industry. We don't know why these NBA guys may have gotten involved, if they did, but in some cases, gambling addiction is what leads to the trouble. Safer Gambling President Keith Scott Whyte joins the Fox News Rundown: Evening Edition to discuss why gambling can be so addictive and why he says there's a need to create more regulations about legal sports betting. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's Tort Tuesday on the Majority Report On today's show: Mike Johnson claims to not know anything about the $230 million payout Trump is demanding from the government over the costs from his investigations. Sam is joined by the following lawyers from the Mass Tort Conference in Las Vegas: Julia Gordon from Meadow Law firm discusses her case on video game addiction and the gaming industry's targeting of children Alicia Tappan from Survivor Led Solutions, a survivor led nonprofit aiming to fill the gap between victims and survivor leaders by empowering their voices, providing leadership and professional development, and giving access to life-long mental health services, tells her harrowing story of surviving human trafficking. Emmy Paulos and Jeff Gaddy from Levin Papantonio discuss their mass tort cases on social media addiction and Roblox being used as a game infested with pedophiles. Yvonne Flaherty from Lockridge Grindal Nauen joins Sam to talk online gambling addiction Andrew Cuomo thinks that people don't like him because he is big and Italian. When asked about recent assassination attempts, Hakeem Jeffries cannot seize an opportunity to make a broad point about right-wing extremism and instead talks about himself. All that and more The Congress switchboard number is (202) 224-3121. You can use this number to connect with either the U.S. Senate or the House of Representatives. Follow us on TikTok here: https://www.tiktok.com/@majorityreportfm Check us out on Twitch here: https://www.twitch.tv/themajorityreport Find our Rumble stream here: https://rumble.com/user/majorityreport Check out our alt YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/majorityreportlive Gift a Majority Report subscription here: https://fans.fm/majority/gift Subscribe to the AMQuickie newsletter here: https://am-quickie.ghost.io/ Join the Majority Report Discord! https://majoritydiscord.com/ Get all your MR merch at our store: https://shop.majorityreportradio.com/ Get the free Majority Report App!: https://majority.fm/app Go to https://JustCoffee.coop and use coupon code majority to get 10% off your purchase Check out today's sponsors: SHOPIFY: Sign up for a $1/month trial period at shopify.com/majority SUNSET LAKE:  Head to SunsetLakeCBD.com and use coupon code “Left Is Best” (all one word) for 20% off of your entire order  Follow the Majority Report crew on Twitter: @SamSeder @EmmaVigeland @MattLech Check out Matt's show, Left Reckoning, on YouTube, and subscribe on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/leftreckoning Check out Matt Binder's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/mattbinder Subscribe to Brandon's show The Discourse on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/ExpandTheDiscourse Check out Ava Raiza's music here! https://avaraiza.bandcamp.com  

Stupid News Extra 10-9-2025 …Not Her Fault She is Stealing, She's got an Gambling Addiction

Brian and Alyx Effron Founder of Collectors MD Alyx is amazing, he identified a problem, realized there was not help for people with an addiction to collecting, and did something about it! And my apologies, I talked over Alyx a bit, but I was soooo excited to discuss!! In This Episode... What is Collectors MD? Card Breaking & Gambling Crossover Mindset of a Collector Personal Experience with Card Collecting Becoming Gambling Collectors MD Website is collectorsmd.com Brian's Website endgamblingharm.com Gambling Addiction YouTube Series The Bet Free Life Show Email leestreetpod@gmail.com Please Rate & Review- Helps those still struggling to find us! Music by T. Vance  

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Brian and Jennifer Park PhD Jennifer is a Postdoctoral Associate at Yale researching gaming disorder, gambling, and other behavioral addictions. She is a damn delight to speak with... enjoy! In This Episode... Jennifer is a Kiwi Gaming Disorder Intersection of Gaming and Gambling Travel Tips from a world class traveler Brian's Website endgamblingharm.com Gambling Addiction Video Series The Bet Free Life Show Email leestreetpod@gmail.com Please Rate & Review- Helps those still struggling to find us! Music by T. Vance  

In this episode of Recovery Matters, Brian shares his powerful journey from sports and college life to struggling with alcohol, cocaine, and compulsive gambling. He opens up about the chaos of addiction, the turning points that led him into treatment, and how community and recovery gave him a new life. Today, Brian works to support others in recovery, offering hope and connection for anyone struggling with addiction or gambling.00:00 – Introductions & basketball as an outlet01:22 – Childhood, family, and sports identity02:52 – First drink at 14 and finding belonging05:40 – College years, gambling, and substance use09:57 – “Getting away with it” and white privilege11:00 – Gambling wins, cocaine habit, and detox15:00 – Early treatment attempts and relapse18:26 – Darkest days in Brooklyn19:57 – Last bet and last drink22:45 – Surrender and finding real recovery25:20 – Building community through sober housing30:58 – Moving to Connecticut and collegiate recovery work33:44 – Life in recovery today35:02 – Advice for someone in their first 24 hours ----Across the Web----

Last month, the Rajya Sabha passed a bill that effectively shut down India's real-money gaming industry, once projected to reach 9 billion dollars by 2029. The law brings sweeping bans and strict penalties for both platforms and celebrities who promote such games. In this episode, The Indian Express' Soumyarendra Barik takes us through the details of the bill and what it means for the industry's future. And later in the episode, we also speak with The Indian Express' Anonna Dutt about the risks of gambling addiction, its impact on people's lives, and the resources available to seek help (25:16).Hosted, written and produced by Shashank BhargavaEdited and mixed by Suresh Pawar

TJ sits down with Elizabeth, a former Golden Gloves boxing champion, to talk about her journey through gambling addiction and long-term recovery. Elizabeth shares how her upbringing, athletic drive, and devastating losses fueled her compulsive gambling, and how she eventually found hope, healing, and connection through recovery.From the thrill of Las Vegas to the crushing impact of debt and shame, Elizabeth's story shines a light on the risks athletes face, the hidden dangers of gambling, and the importance of connection in recovery. Overseeing Gambling Prevention, Intervention and Treatment at Nicasa Behavioral Health Services: https://nicasa.org/program/adult-gambling-treatment/Educating collegiate athletes about gambling harm at EPIC Global Solutions: https://www.epicglobalsolutions.com/about-us/

We all have habits that shape our lives, some helpful, some… not so much. In this episode, I rank the worst possible habits in a tier list, diving into what makes them truly destructive, why we keep falling for them, and what that says about the way we live. Think of it as a cautionary guide to what not to do if you actually want to get anywhere.For more go to: www.scottmlynch.comLevel up your life by joining my Patreon where you'll get exclusive content every week and more badass offerings (rips t-shirt in half, Hulk Hogan style, and runs around the room). And/or…Unlock practical and tactical insights on how to master your mindset and optimize your happiness directly to your inbox.If you're a glutton for punishment and want more swift kicks in the mind follow me on social:InstagramYouTubeLeave a review and tell me how I suck so I can stop doing that or you can also tell me about things you like. I'd be okay with that, too.Produced by ya boi.Past guests on The Motivated Mind include Chris Voss, Captain Sandy, Dr. Chris Palmer, Joey Thurman, Jason Harris, Koshin Paley Ellison, Rudy Mawer, Molly Fletcher, Kristen Butler, Hasard Lee, Natasha Graziano, ⁠David Hauser⁠, Cheryl Hunter, Michael Brandt, Heather Moyse, Tim Shriver, and Alan Stein, Jr.

Trigger Warning: This episode contains discussions of gambling addiction, abuse, cancer, and suicidal thoughts, which may be distressing for some listeners. Please take care while listening and step away if you need to.In this deeply personal episode of The Broke Girl Society Podcast, host Christina Cook opens the first chapter of a new series titled "A Letter to My Gambling Addiction."Through raw and honest storytelling, Christina reads a letter she has written to the addiction that once held her in its grip. She traces the journey from its initial allure to the devastating ways it became entwined with her life. She reflects on how gambling became both an escape and a prison, how it masked pain from past abuse, and how it numbed her through the fear and grief of facing cancer.This is more than a story about struggle. It is about reclaiming a life once thought lost. Christina shares the truth of survival, the courage it took to step into recovery, and the role of community in helping her discover a life she no longer wants to escape from.If you have ever felt alone in the throes of gambling harm, this episode is for you. You are not alone. You are not beyond help. There is a way forward, and you are worth it.**If you are struggling with your mental health or having thoughts of self harm, please seek the help of professionals. We only speak from our own perspective and experience. This recording should not be used as a replacement for professional help but as encouragement in your recovery journey.  ~ This episode is sponsored by The Better Institute - Where people go to get better! https://betterinstitute.com/problem-gambling-help/'~ Gamfin -  Financial Counseling with counselors who understand the impacts of gambling on financial health and individual goals. (For those in the US only). https://www.gamfin.org/ ~ Evive - An app that can help you better understand your relationship with gambling and help you navigate recovery in a new way! Use code BGS for ONE year free!! https://www.getevive.com/~ Birches Health - Find a Gambling Certified Therapist through telehealth that allows you to have a session in the comfort of your own home. https://bircheshealth.com/ Resource Book: https://bgs-media.com/resources/-************************************************************************************************************For more information on the GRIT Act:https://www.ncpgambling.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/2022.09.01-GRIT-Act-OneSheet.pdfIf you'd like to support the work I do please rate this episode (Please be Kind!)#gamblingaddiction#recovery#gamblersanonymous#gamblingHelpful links:https://www.ncpgambling.org/ You can find State and International Resources Herehttps://800gambler.org/https://www.gamblersanonymous.org/ga/https://gamblersinrecovery.com/ - 24/7 meetings all over the worldhttps://recoveryroadonline.com/ - meetings throughout the dayChristina Cook: https://thebrokegirlsociety.com/ / christina@thebrokegirlsociety.comUK Help:https://gordonmoody.org.uk/https://www.betknowmoreuk.org/services/new-beginningsAustralia Help:https://www.gamblinghelponline.org.au/Canada Help:https://www.camh.ca/en/health-info/mental-illness-and-addiction-index/problem-gambling

Send us a textStep into the shocking and brilliant world of Nikola Tesla in this deep-dive episode of The Days Grimm! Join hosts Brian Day and Thomas Grimm as they uncover the electrifying life of the man who arguably invented the modern world, from his fierce rivalry with Thomas Edison to the wild conspiracy theories that surround his work today.We explore Tesla's incredible mind, capable of visualizing complex inventions and running simulations entirely in his head. Discover the truth behind the "War of the Currents," where Tesla's Alternating Current (AC) battled Edison's Direct Current (DC) , a conflict that led Edison to publicly electrocute animals, including an elephant named Topsy, to "prove" AC was dangerous.Was Tesla's genius too much for the world? We discuss his partnership with J.P. Morgan , the ambitious Wardenclyffe Tower meant to provide free wireless energy to the world , and why it was ultimately abandoned. Plus, we delve into his other groundbreaking inventions, including the Tesla Coil, remote controls , and his successful attempt to wirelessly light 200 light bulbs from 25 miles away.Finally, we unpack the bizarre and fascinating aspects of Tesla's later life, from his peculiar romantic relationship with a pigeon to the persistent conspiracy theories involving a "death ray" and how his papers allegedly ended up in the hands of John G. Trump, Donald Trump's ancestor.What do you think is Tesla's most underrated invention? Drop your thoughts and any obscure Tesla facts in the comments below!Key Topics & Timestamps:0:00 - Introduction: Why are we talking about Nikola Tesla?1:15 - The Mind of a Genius: Visualizing Inventions in His Head 3:30 - Tesla's Gambling Addiction & Early Life 5:00 - The War of the Currents: Tesla's AC vs. Edison's DC 7:10 - Edison's Dark Campaign & The Electrocuted Elephant 9:45 - Backed by J.P. Morgan & Lighting the World's Fair 12:00 - Incredible Inventions: The Tesla Coil, X-Rays, and Remote Control 14:30 - The Wardenclyffe Tower & The Dream of Free Wireless Power 17:00 - Lighting 200 Bulbs Wirelessly from 25 Miles Away 20:15 - Tesla's Later Years: Hotel Hopping & Unpaid Bills 21:30 - A Love Story: Did Tesla Fall in Love with a Pigeon? 23:45 - Conspiracy Corner: The "Death Ray" and the Trump Connection 28:00 - What if Tesla Were Alive Today?31:15 - Final Thoughts: Did Tesla Invent the Pigeon?