The Gambling Problem Podcast- Fantasy Or Reality?
Dettagli canale
The Gambling Problem Podcast- Fantasy Or Reality?
Hi! I'm Steve and I'm a recovering addict and problem gambler. This is going to be a podcast thats deals with addiction of all kinds, but my main focus will be on gambling and the impacts its had on myself, my family and where I am today. I've done it all and then some from my early drug years to my...
Episodi recenti
49 episodi![[49] Brian Hatch Joins Us Again To Talk Gambling, Recovery and Giving Back By Helping Others Recover](https://d3t3ozftmdmh3i.cloudfront.net/production/podcast_uploaded_nologo/17971381/17971381-1635702879828-7a4ddc1b0f332.jpg)
[49] Brian Hatch Joins Us Again To Talk Gambling, Recovery and Giving Back By Helping Others Recover
Hey all! Back again with my first non solo episode in a long time! I'm joined by Brian Hatch who has his own gambling recovery podcast titled All In T...
[48] What If They Won't Get Help or Refuse Treatment?
Hey everyone! Welcome back to another episode! In this episode I detail some struggles I'm having with a family member suffering with an addiction. I...
[47] Gambling In Silence - Open Up And Break Free From The Chains
In this episode I read a post from Reddit and react to it. I talk about how gambling in silence just creates guilt and shame and drives us deep into i...
[46] I’m Ready For Help; Now What?
In this episode I detail step by step what worked for me once I made the decision to finally change. Everyones recovery will look different so take th...
[45] The Weight Of A Gambling Addiction and Why To Ask For Help
Hello Again! In this episode I talk about the weight of gambling addiction and how it feels. I try to explain how gamblers will often without realizin...
[44] Im Back! Stories From The NYCPG Conference And More!
Welcome back friends! Sorry its been a while, but after a great day at the NYCPG annual conference Im feeling reenergized and motivated to get back to...
[ep43] 3 years Bet Free
Hey all Im back in another episode to talk being over 3 years bet free, where I am in life and how life has changed over these past 3 years as an Ex p...
[42] Finances And Gambling - Stop The Bleeding
Hello Again! In this episode I detail some ideas I have had, heard from others, and what my wife and I did early on handling our finances, access to m...
[41] Managing The Curveballs Thrown At You In Life While In Recovery
Welcome back....Again!! Sorry for the long absence again, but I'm back with an episode on how I deal with the financial curveballs thrown at me in lif...
[40] Is Addiction A Disease? Lets Discuss.
In this episode I detail my thoughts on the book I am reading titled "You Are Not Your Brain, The 4 Step Solution for Changing Bad Habits Ending Unhea...
[39] Long Term Recovery And What Works For Me
Hey everyone! Welcome back after a four month break! In this episode I talk whats been going on in my life and what has worked for me in my long term...
[38] 2 Years Bet Free
Hey all its been 2 months since Ive checked in with you all so I thought today would be the perfect time! 2 years bet free for me today and I could no...
[37] Taking Responsibility, Watching the Super Bowl and other topics!
In this episode I detail watching the Super Bowl which was the first sporting event I watched since I stopped betting almost 2 years ago, taking respo...
[36] Lived Experience - Brian Hatch (All In: The Addicted Gamblers Podcast, The Bet Free Life) Joins Us To Talk Recovery, Marriage And A Recent Lapse In His Recovery
This is an episode I have looked forward to having for a long time and it could not have been a better discussion. Brian comes on to tell his story of...
[35] Where We Are And Where We Want To Be
Hey everyone! In this one I discuss where I am at today and assess if it is where I want to be. I encourage you to ask yourself that question as well!...
[34] A Short Simple Way Of Trying To Explain Gambling Addiction To A Non Gambler
In this short episode I try to compare gambling addiction to something many people can understand. Addiction to sugar and poor food choices and how I...
[33] Do Meeting Makers Make It?
Hey All! In this one I discuss the importance of meetings, but also why I believe its not the only thing we need. I answer this question and my though...
[32] Do I Have A Gambling Problem? Does Someone I Love Have A Gambling Problem?
If you have asked yourself either one of these questions take a listen to this episode. In this episode I go over signs to look out for in yourself or...
[31] Physical Fitness And What Works For Me In Recovery
Hey everyone! Welcome to another podcast from the road! I hope this one sounds all right! In this one I talk about what works for me and my recovery a...
[30] Reflections From The Road!
In this episode I'm trying something a little different in an effort to try to get more podcasts out! My route has changed up recently and I have some...
[29] A Conversation With 3 Recovering Problem Gamblers (Jamie S., Todd S. and Steve D.)
Im very excited to share this episode with everyone! In this one I am joined by 2 great friends in recovery Jamie S. (The After Gambling Podcast) and...
[28] NFL Season Approaching
Hey everyone! This is a shorter episode in which I speak on the upcoming NFL and NBA seasons and we as problem compulsive gamblers need to mindful of...
[27] Does Draftkings Promote Responsible Gambling? I Think Not..
In this episode I discuss some recent events in regards to Draftkings so called responsible gambling/gaming initiatives and being recognized for this...
[26] Reframing, Rethinking and Relearning
In this episode I discuss having a great weekend with my best friend Johnny Boy and his family as well as the feelings it brought up being back in my...
![[25] Reading, Reacting and Sharing Thoughts On a NY Times Article On Sports Betting Addiction](https://d3t3ozftmdmh3i.cloudfront.net/production/podcast_uploaded_episode/17971381/17971381-1656218366651-df12d31fdaac2.jpg)
[25] Reading, Reacting and Sharing Thoughts On a NY Times Article On Sports Betting Addiction
In this lovely episode I read parts of the NY Times article titled "It’s Easy (and Legal) to Bet on Sports. Do Young Adults Know the Risks?" written b...
![[24] Can We Let Go Of Negative Thoughts?](https://d3t3ozftmdmh3i.cloudfront.net/production/podcast_uploaded_nologo400/17971381/17971381-1635702874794-856a737016c1b.jpg)
[24] Can We Let Go Of Negative Thoughts?
How are you? I'm curious how you all are doing today and in your life of recovery. In this episode I ask how are you? I detail some passages from my j...
[23] One Year Bet Free
In this episode I talk about hitting my 1 year mark bet free from my last date of bet on 5/2/21 and how my life has completely changed since then. I r...
[22] Lived Experience- Todd S. From New Jersey Shares His Sports Betting Addiction Story, Recovery And Life 4 Years Bet Free
In this episode I am really excited to introduce you all to Todd S. from New Jersey! Todd and I both attend the same Monday night Zoom meeting every w...
[21] Steve Shares His Thoughts And Coughs Too Much!
In this short episode I check in with everyone after being away from the podcast for a few weeks. I talk balance, a few ideas on recovery and mental h...
[20] Lived Experience- Author, Musician And Journalist Mike Bernos from Florida Shares His Story
In this episode I am pleased to be joined by Mike Bernos an Author, Musician and Journalist who turned many years of off and on gambling addiction int...
[19] Solo Steve talks topics like NYCPG Conference, PGAM, recent interviews and more
Hey Everyone! This is my first solo episode in the last 4 and I'm excited to ramble on about the happenings over the last month, whats coming up and o...
[18] Lived Experience- Alex From Alabama Shares His Sports Betting Addiction
In this Episode I was joined by Alex from Alabama who came to tell us his journey through a gambling addiction to Sports Betting. He was open enough t...
[17] Lived Experience- Ted Hartwell shares his story of Gambling Addiction and Recovery
In this episode I am joined by Ted Hartwell from Las Vegas, Nevada. He has over 14 years in recovery and has a powerful story from start to finish in...
[16] My Best Friend John Joins Me To Discuss Addiction
In this episode my best friend John and I talk addiction, our long friendship, the differences between being a problem gambler and a non-problem gambl...
[15] Superbowl And Reflections On The Past Week
In this episode I speak on the upcoming Superbowl and recognizing triggers and how I plan to handle this weekend. I also talk on my week, upcoming pla...
[14] Thoughts and Feelings from this past week
In this episode I speak on my thoughts and feelings on the story in The NY Times by Kurt Streeter titled "The Rising Human Cost of Sports Betting" as...
[13] Gambling Addiction Stories on HBO/ NY Times and my feelings
Hey all! In this episode I talk about how my week has been, Gambling in the news and my thoughts and feelings on what is going on with the legalizatio...
[12] "I Am Addiction"
In this episode I speak on some difficult topics that come along with gambling addiction and recovery. First off if you are having thoughts of suicide...
[11] Life's Not Always Easy In Recovery
In this episode I speak on my rough days over the holidays and how life is not always easy in this journey. It was a tough Christmas and week afterwar...
[10] Marriage, Family and Recovery
In this episode Kelly and I talk on the topic of positives we have gained through our recovery process, what we have learned and what we hope for the...