Gambling in Australia has become a massive issue. We participate, and lose more than any other country in the world per capita. 

It's estimated that Aussies lost over $25 billion gambling in 2018-2019. 

In this episode of The Quicky we look at how Aussies are being groomed form a very young age to gamble and hear from women who lost everything because of the addiction. 

If you or someone you know needs support for gambling head here.

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CREDITS 

Host: Claire Murphy

With thanks to: 

Kate Seselja - Speaker, Recovery Coach, Founder of The Hope Project, Facilitator at ANU Centre of continuing education and national advocate for gambling reform

Carolyn - Lost everything after gambling took hold

Producer: Claire Murphy

Executive Producer: Kally Borg

Audio Producer: Thom Lion

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