Wager Danger
Access to legalized gambling in the US is at an all-time high, and sports book betting apps, video slot machines, lotteries and casinos seem to be everywhere. How does the increased access to legalized gambling affect all of us? Are their unique harms that we haven't considered? These are some of the questions we seek to explore as we chat with behavioral health professionals, academics, gambling disorder experts and individuals in recovery from gambling addiction.
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This episode of Wager Danger takes a look back at some interesting moments from all of the very important conversations we have had over the last 12 months.
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Navigating the impact of sports wagering among College students and athletes is a bit tricky these days. Jeremy Dixon and Guy Caprio join Wager Danger to share firsthand how the expansion of legalized gambling affects the interactions among the students, athletes, and the fanbase at Loyola University.
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TRIGGER WARNING: This content discusses suicide, suicide attempts and related topics. Please proceed with caution. If you are struggling, please reach out to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988.
November is Veterans and Military Family appreciation month, so we're having an in-depth conversation with Dr. Shane Kraus, associate professor at UNLV, about his research on gambling...
Through his own journey, Jon-Pierre Miccuci developed a passion for contributing to the field of gambling recovery and is keenly focused on the gaps he noticed that often leave people struggling with this hidden addiction. From losing everything to becoming an innovative voice in gambling prevention, John Pierre brings his passion and perspective to a campaign called "The Fix," a communication strategy for people who are tired of ...
Keith joins Wager Danger to discuss the massive increase in both awareness and programs he has witnessed during his 30 years advocating for responsible gambling and preventing gambling addiction. Keith advises a global network of gaming providers, behavioral health practitioners, national, state and tribal government officials, and adjunct industries about gambling's impact on communities and individuals.
We should be protecting healthy brain development in our youth and young adults, yet the devices in kids' pockets are impairing that growth. The brain doesn't reach maturity until somewhere in the mid-to-late twenties, and many youths today are harming their brain development through risky behavior.
Dr. Crystal Collier joins the show today to discuss the fascinating world of KnowYourNeuro....
Michael Goldman has spent 40+ years working with individuals struggling with addictions. In this episode, he shares some common themes that emerge and suggests some probing questions that counselors can use to identify co-occurring disorders and/or the potential for spotting transfer addictions.
Trigger Warning: Domestic violence and suicide are recurring topics in this episode. If you ar...
During the past 3 years, Dr. Grubbs and his research team at the University of New Mexico have verified that increased sports betting has a direct correlation to increased alcohol consumption. And furthermore, the tendency is for those who imbibe more frequently, their betting behavior becomes riskier. Listen in as Dr. Grubbs and Shane discuss a wide range of sports gambling topics and dive further into this shocking link between...
In this episode, we step outside the studio to attend and speak with guests attending a resource fair during problem gambling awareness month. Hosted by Healthcare Alternative Systems (HAS) and co-sponsored by Gateway Foundation, the event space was filled with energy and engaging conversations about gambling addiction and the power of recovery.
March marks Problem Gambling Awareness Month, and we coordinated a panel discussion with three remarkable leaders who are shaping how Illinois responds to problem gambling.
We're joined by Anita Pindiur, executive director of The Way Back Inn, Heather Martinez from the Illinois Council on Problem Gambling, and Emma Bowen from Chestnut Health Systems. We'll explore why March has become such ...
Description: From Midwest Book Review – Relatively few novels cover gambling addiction, in comparison to other forms of addiction, already making Shep and the King of Hearts notable….
Join Stacy and Shane as they discuss the motivations and underlying themes for her debut book.
Order...
Dr. Michelle Malkin, Director of the East Carolina University Gambling Research & Policy Initiative joins the show to discuss the significant impact of legalized gambling in the US. From gambling motivated crime to the prevalence of gambling on college campuses, to the surprising impact of gambling on LGBTQ+ communities, Dr. Malkin walks us through a fascinating peek at the impact gambling is having within our...
On this episode we take a look back on many interesting moments from the important conversations we've have over the last 12 months.
Engage with Wager Danger:
wagerdanger@gatewayfoundation.org
Gateway Foundation Gambling Treatment
Call Gateway Foundation: 844-975-3663 (DONE)
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John Harris returns to the show and provides an update on the 'Are You Really Winning' awareness campaign for problem gambling.
Whether you're curious about how gambling awareness is evolving or interested in the innovative ways this program is reaching communities, you won't want to miss this inside look at Illinois' groundbreaking prevention efforts.
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Adolescent and young adults are gaming and gambling at a much higher rate...
Most of us, at some point in our lives, will struggle. The fortunate will find redemption, fewer will experience transformation. Dan Trolaro's story embodies what it means to transform and to grow. Listen how Dan's lived experience fuels his passion to educate NCAA collegiate athletes and youth in general. He's on a mission to expose the potential dangers and pitfalls associated with gambling and the all-too-accessible world of ...
"It's my hope that we can erase the stigma and shame so women will feel safe seeking the help they need without fear of judgement" - Broke Girl Society founder, Christina Cook.
The BGS offers a "judgement free zone" for women in recovery from problem gambling. Christina recognized early in her own journey that what she craved most was deep connections with other women who had walked a sim...
Researchers at the International Gaming Institute on the campus of UNLV are diving deep into the effects of gambling on public health. Whether studying banking habits alongside gambling activity or creating chatbots to assist and educate users about responsible gaming, AI and machine learning is being utilized to develop guardrails that support responsible gaming. In this episode, Dr. Kasra Ghaharian, Director ...
Rob ODAAT (one day at a time) Minnick is a social media influencer who is reaching a wide audience with his unique gambling content. His personal experience of recovery from gambling addiction allows him to uniquely impact those who view his content. Rob's content reaches millions of viewers and he routinely receives messages from individuals seeking help with a gambling addiction. His work is being recognized ...
After years of working the Gamblers Anonymous (GA) program, it was "tough love" from his family and some frank advice from a GA veteran (and mentor) that compelled Jimmy to fully commit to his recovery. In ...
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