Today’s guest is someone who spent 25 years living a double life, gambling from the moment he woke up until he went to bed, lying, deceiving, and destroying everything in his path, his marriage, his family, his finances, and, ultimately, himself. He was an action gambler, a stock market addict, a sports bettor, a blackjack and craps player. Anything to keep the machine going. He lied about where he was, faked car accidents, and even had a second phone and computer just to cover his tracks. And when it all came crashing down, when the reality of losing everything finally hit, he found himself in a dark garage, staring at the ignition, ready to end it all. But that wasn’t the end of his story. In this episode, he unveils the raw truth of his descent into gambling addiction and the pivotal moments that led him to reclaim his life. A testament to the resilience of the human spirit. This is Martin’s story. Let’s get into it.

#3 Martin S Lived a Double Life , Until Gambling Almost Took His Last Breath

Today, we’re stepping into the life of Bob S., a man whose journey with gambling addiction took him from the thrill of dominoes with his grandparents to a hotel room in Cleveland. A night where he hit his own rock bottom. At 37, with a new promotion in hand and a family waiting back home, Bob found himself drowning in despair, his life unraveled by a decades-long battle with a Gambling disease that started innocently enough but grew into a relentless force. From caddie shack card games to secret credit lines with bookies, Bob’s story is one of chasing wins, hiding losses, and ultimately facing the truth. How did he get there? And more importantly, how did he climb out? This is a tale of highs and lows, deception and discovery, and a powerful reminder that sometimes, the hardest confessions lead to the greatest freedom. Let’s get into it.

#2 Bob S had success , a family, and a hidden addiction that almost  cost him everything.

This is the story of my darkest days of my gambling addiction—a time when my choices weren’t just destroying my life, but my family’s too. I’ll share the raw truth about hitting my own rock bottom, including my three-month stay in county jail, and the journey that led to 13 years of sobriety. How I found hope through hopelessness.   But now, it’s not just about my recovery—it’s about helping others fight the same battle I once fought.   This is my story of recovery, hope, and humility. I hope my story inspires you to find your own path to taking back your life.

This is the story of my darkest days of my gambling addiction—a time when my choices weren’t just destroying my life, but my family’s too. I’ll share the raw truth about hitting my own rock bottom, including my three-month stay in county jail, and the journey that led to 13 years of sobriety. How I found hope through hopelessness. But now, it’s not just about my recovery—it’s about helping others fight the same battle I once fought. This is my story of recovery, hope, and humility. I hope my story inspires you to find your own path to taking back your life.

This is the story of my darkest days of my gambling addiction—a time when my choices weren’t just destroying my life, but my family’s too. I’ll share the raw truth about hitting my own rock bottom, including my three-month stay in county jail, and the journey that led to 13 years of sobriety. How I found hope through hopelessness. &nbsp; But now, it’s not just about my recovery—it’s about helping others fight the same battle I once fought. &nbsp; This is my story of recovery, hope, and humility. I hope my story inspires you to find your own path to taking back your life.

#1 Gambling took my freedom, my family, and myself — but it couldn’t break my spirit.

Host Jimmy M. sits down with gamblers in recovery, their families and spouses, as well as journalists and therapists, to share honest stories of struggle, hope, and resilience amid the rise of gambling addiction, and the journey to reclaiming their lives.

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