Brenden shares his gambling journey and insight into his poker machine addiction and his recovery through Gamblers Anonymous. Now over six years without gambling he shares his insight into how his early behaviour, anxiety and attraction to excitement led him seek out pokies and gamble obsessively for 13 years.If you’re having trouble with gambling, or have a friend or family member that does, then maybe Gamblers Anonymous could help – phone (03) 9696 6108 or visit their website gaaustralia.org.au for information and to see a list of local meetings.Show your support to the Living Free show by:subscribing to 3CR https://www.3cr.org.au/subscribeand donating to 3CR https://www.3cr.org.au/donateSome earlier interviews with Brenden:https://www.3cr.org.au/livingfree/episode-202004301300/gamblers-anonymous-brendenhttps://www.3cr.org.au/livingfree/episode-202106101300/gamblers-anonymous-brenden-10jun2021https://www.3cr.org.au/livingfree/episode/gamblers-anonymous-brenden-08dec2022