ODAAT Gambling Awareness

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Interviews with people who have battled gambling addiction directly or indirectly throughout their lives. For too long, people impacted by problem gambling have been suffering in silence. This podc

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June 02, 2025 She Went Undercover To Expose Casinos
In this video, I interview Brianna Morelli about her undercover research into how casinos respond to problem gambling. We talk about her surprising findings, what she experienced while posing as someone struggling with gambling addiction, and what it says about the industry as a whole.
Brianna works at the Gambling Clinic in Memphis: https://thegamblingclinic.com/
The article has been published! Read it here: https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s10899-025-10396-w
There was also a blog post covering the study: https://gamblingharm.org/secret-study-casinos-failing-on-problem-gambling/
🤝 How I Quit Gambling: https://youtu.be/ZUx9qIm4sNY
🙏🏻 Recovery Resources: https://odaatgamblingawareness.com/resources
1️⃣ First day trying to stop gambling? Start here: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLQirxbLdrgPneNZshy-heKIhm9ftfqpwm&si=RgIHxiIJjC0Wi7yr
😅 Subscribe To Avoid Making The Same Mistakes I Did: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCH8s1lNHQbXzltQg_aXMAQA?sub_confirmation=1
Common Facts About Gambling Addiction: - Approximately 2-3% of Americans meet the criteria for a gambling disorder, which equates to around 6 million people. - Around 96% of gamblers lose money in the long run, reinforcing the industry's design to ensure the house always wins. - Studies show that people with a gambling addiction impact 7-10 others around them on average, showing that a gambling addiction can impact more people than simply the gambler themself. - Over 50% of people with gambling addiction also struggle with substance abuse or another mental health disorder, such as depression or anxiety. - Gambling Addiction costs the U.S. economy an estimated $7 billion annually, including losses from job productivity, criminal justice expenses, and healthcare costs.
About My Channel: Welcome to ODAAT Gambling Awareness! This channel is dedicated to spreading awareness about gambling addiction and helping individuals better understand the risks of excessive gambling. Through powerful storytelling, educational content, and real-life experiences, we aim to shine a light on the dangers of gambling and provide tools for recovery. Whether you're seeking help, supporting a loved one, or simply looking to learn more, our mission is to create a safe space for open conversations about gambling addiction. Join us as we break the stigma, share insights, and work toward a healthier, addiction-free future—one day at a time. Subscribe and be part of the change!
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May 27, 2025 The $85,000 win that nearly ruined his life
In this video, I interview a young man who won over $85,000 from free bets and lost everything. Lewis rambles is in recovery from gambling addiction and uses his story to help others who are struggling to find a path to recovery. He creates content about his story on TikTok at https://www.tiktok.com/@lewisrambles?_t=ZP-8wef2rWx8d5&_r=1
🤝 How I Quit Gambling: https://youtu.be/ZUx9qIm4sNY
🙌 Get Evive and redefine your relationship to gambling for a year for FREE: https://www.getevive.com/ only available in select countries
🙏🏻 Recovery Resources: https://odaatgamblingawareness.com/resources
1️⃣ First day trying to stop gambling? Start here: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLQirxbLdrgPneNZshy-heKIhm9ftfqpwm&si=RgIHxiIJjC0Wi7yr
😅 Subscribe To Avoid Making The Same Mistakes I Did: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCH8s1lNHQbXzltQg_aXMAQA?sub_confirmation=1
Common Facts About Gambling Addiction: - Approximately 2-3% of Americans meet the criteria for a gambling disorder, which equates to around 6 million people. - Around 96% of gamblers lose money in the long run, reinforcing the industry's design to ensure the house always wins. - Studies show that people with a gambling addiction impact 7-10 others around them on average, showing that a gambling addiction can impact more people than simply the gambler themself. - Over 50% of people with gambling addiction also struggle with substance abuse or another mental health disorder, such as depression or anxiety. - Gambling Addiction costs the U.S. economy an estimated $7 billion annually, including losses from job productivity, criminal justice expenses, and healthcare costs.
About My Channel: Welcome to ODAAT Gambling Awareness! This channel is dedicated to spreading awareness about gambling addiction and helping individuals better understand the risks of excessive gambling. Through powerful storytelling, educational content, and real-life experiences, we aim to shine a light on the dangers of gambling and provide tools for recovery. Whether you're seeking help, supporting a loved one, or simply looking to learn more, our mission is to create a safe space for open conversations about gambling addiction. Join us as we break the stigma, share insights, and work toward a healthier, addiction-free future—one day at a time. Subscribe and be part of the change!
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May 26, 2025 How Gambling Changed College Sports Forever
In this video, I interview Mike Buzzelli from the Ohio Casino Control Commission about his experience in the field and how gambling has changed sports.
🤝 How I Quit Gambling: https://youtu.be/ZUx9qIm4sNY
Pause Before You Play educates the public and grows awareness about gambling disorder, helps keep gambling and betting responsible and fun for those who engage in it, and connects people who need help with resources: https://pausebeforeyouplay.org/
More Than A Bet generates awareness and provides education about the growing mental health concerns of student athletes being harassed due to sports betting: https://morethanabet.org/
🙏🏻 Recovery Resources: https://odaatgamblingawareness.com/resources
1️⃣ First day trying to stop gambling? Start here: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLQirxbLdrgPneNZshy-heKIhm9ftfqpwm&si=RgIHxiIJjC0Wi7yr
😅 Subscribe To Avoid Making The Same Mistakes I Did: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCH8s1lNHQbXzltQg_aXMAQA?sub_confirmation=1
Common Facts About Gambling Addiction: - Approximately 2-3% of Americans meet the criteria for a gambling disorder, which equates to around 6 million people. - Around 96% of gamblers lose money in the long run, reinforcing the industry's design to ensure the house always wins. - Studies show that people with a gambling addiction impact 7-10 others around them on average, showing that a gambling addiction can impact more people than simply the gambler themself. - Over 50% of people with gambling addiction also struggle with substance abuse or another mental health disorder, such as depression or anxiety. - Gambling Addiction costs the U.S. economy an estimated $7 billion annually, including losses from job productivity, criminal justice expenses, and healthcare costs.
About My Channel: Welcome to ODAAT Gambling Awareness! This channel is dedicated to spreading awareness about gambling addiction and helping individuals better understand the risks of excessive gambling. Through powerful storytelling, educational content, and real-life experiences, we aim to shine a light on the dangers of gambling and provide tools for recovery. Whether you're seeking help, supporting a loved one, or simply looking to learn more, our mission is to create a safe space for open conversations about gambling addiction. Join us as we break the stigma, share insights, and work toward a healthier, addiction-free future—one day at a time. Subscribe and be part of the change!
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May 25, 2025 How Gambling Changed College Sports Forever
In this video, I interview Mike Buzzelli from the Ohio Casino Control Commission about his experience in the field and how gambling has changed sports.
🤝 How I Quit Gambling: https://youtu.be/ZUx9qIm4sNY
Pause Before You Play educates the public and grows awareness about gambling disorder, helps keep gambling and betting responsible and fun for those who engage in it, and connects people who need help with resources: https://pausebeforeyouplay.org/
More Than A Bet generates awareness and provides education about the growing mental health concerns of student athletes being harassed due to sports betting: https://morethanabet.org/
🙏🏻 Recovery Resources: https://odaatgamblingawareness.com/resources
1️⃣ First day trying to stop gambling? Start here: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLQirxbLdrgPneNZshy-heKIhm9ftfqpwm&si=RgIHxiIJjC0Wi7yr
😅 Subscribe To Avoid Making The Same Mistakes I Did: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCH8s1lNHQbXzltQg_aXMAQA?sub_confirmation=1
Common Facts About Gambling Addiction: - Approximately 2-3% of Americans meet the criteria for a gambling disorder, which equates to around 6 million people. - Around 96% of gamblers lose money in the long run, reinforcing the industry's design to ensure the house always wins. - Studies show that people with a gambling addiction impact 7-10 others around them on average, showing that a gambling addiction can impact more people than simply the gambler themself. - Over 50% of people with gambling addiction also struggle with substance abuse or another mental health disorder, such as depression or anxiety. - Gambling Addiction costs the U.S. economy an estimated $7 billion annually, including losses from job productivity, criminal justice expenses, and healthcare costs.
About My Channel: Welcome to ODAAT Gambling Awareness! This channel is dedicated to spreading awareness about gambling addiction and helping individuals better understand the risks of excessive gambling. Through powerful storytelling, educational content, and real-life experiences, we aim to shine a light on the dangers of gambling and provide tools for recovery. Whether you're seeking help, supporting a loved one, or simply looking to learn more, our mission is to create a safe space for open conversations about gambling addiction. Join us as we break the stigma, share insights, and work toward a healthier, addiction-free future—one day at a time. Subscribe and be part of the change!
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36min
May 18, 2025 Gambling Took Everything, Now She's Taking It Back
In this video, Beth shares her story of gambling addiction and recovery over the last 10 months as she has begun her journey to a life without gambling.
🤝 How I Quit Gambling: https://youtu.be/ZUx9qIm4sNY
A message from Beth: I'm Beth, almost 10 months bet free after 7 years of struggling with gambling addiction. If I had it to loose, I lost it. Now I'm proud to give back by working with the WV 1-800-Gambler helpline, helping others find hope and healing.
🙏🏻 Recovery Resources: https://odaatgamblingawareness.com/resources
1️⃣ First day trying to stop gambling? Start here: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLQirxbLdrgPneNZshy-heKIhm9ftfqpwm&si=RgIHxiIJjC0Wi7yr
😅 Subscribe To Avoid Making The Same Mistakes I Did: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCH8s1lNHQbXzltQg_aXMAQA?sub_confirmation=1
Common Facts About Gambling Addiction: - Approximately 2-3% of Americans meet the criteria for a gambling disorder, which equates to around 6 million people. - Around 96% of gamblers lose money in the long run, reinforcing the industry's design to ensure the house always wins. - Studies show that people with a gambling addiction impact 7-10 others around them on average, showing that a gambling addiction can impact more people than simply the gambler themself. - Over 50% of people with gambling addiction also struggle with substance abuse or another mental health disorder, such as depression or anxiety. - Gambling Addiction costs the U.S. economy an estimated $7 billion annually, including losses from job productivity, criminal justice expenses, and healthcare costs.
About My Channel: Welcome to ODAAT Gambling Awareness! This channel is dedicated to spreading awareness about gambling addiction and helping individuals better understand the risks of excessive gambling. Through powerful storytelling, educational content, and real-life experiences, we aim to shine a light on the dangers of gambling and provide tools for recovery. Whether you're seeking help, supporting a loved one, or simply looking to learn more, our mission is to create a safe space for open conversations about gambling addiction. Join us as we break the stigma, share insights, and work toward a healthier, addiction-free future—one day at a time. Subscribe and be part of the change!
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May 15, 2025 Helping Him Overcome Gambling Addiction
In this video, I interview Zack S about his struggles with gambling addiction. He is just recently trying to leave gambling in the past, and I hope this conversation was able to help him do that.
🤝 How I Quit Gambling: https://youtu.be/ZUx9qIm4sNY
🙌 Get Evive and redefine your relationship to gambling for a year for FREE: https://www.getevive.com/ only available in select countries
This conversation was one that I really needed to have. Very often on this channel, we speak with people who have many months or years since the date of their last bet. In this case, it was just a few days, and in this video we dove into strategies to begin the journey of recovery and pursuing a life without the harms of gambling and gambling addiction. I want to thank Zack for being brave enough to share his gambling story, and I truly hope that this conversation was a positive part of his journey to recovery.
🙏🏻 Recovery Resources: https://odaatgamblingawareness.com/resources
1️⃣ First day trying to stop gambling? Start here: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLQirxbLdrgPneNZshy-heKIhm9ftfqpwm&si=RgIHxiIJjC0Wi7yr
😅 Subscribe To Avoid Making The Same Mistakes I Did: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCH8s1lNHQbXzltQg_aXMAQA?sub_confirmation=1
Common Facts About Gambling Addiction: - Approximately 2-3% of Americans meet the criteria for a gambling disorder, which equates to around 6 million people. - Around 96% of gamblers lose money in the long run, reinforcing the industry's design to ensure the house always wins. - Studies show that people with a gambling addiction impact 7-10 others around them on average, showing that a gambling addiction can impact more people than simply the gambler themself. - Over 50% of people with gambling addiction also struggle with substance abuse or another mental health disorder, such as depression or anxiety. - Gambling Addiction costs the U.S. economy an estimated $7 billion annually, including losses from job productivity, criminal justice expenses, and healthcare costs.
About My Channel: Welcome to ODAAT Gambling Awareness! This channel is dedicated to spreading awareness about gambling addiction and helping individuals better understand the risks of excessive gambling. Through powerful storytelling, educational content, and real-life experiences, we aim to shine a light on the dangers of gambling and provide tools for recovery. Whether you're seeking help, supporting a loved one, or simply looking to learn more, our mission is to create a safe space for open conversations about gambling addiction. Join us as we break the stigma, share insights, and work toward a healthier, addiction-free future—one day at a time. Subscribe and be part of the change!
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May 13, 2025 Addicted to Gambling at 14 | How "Investing" Ruined His Life
In this video, I interview Ali about his gambling addiction story and why he started to create content online sharing his story of recovery.
🤝 How I Quit Gambling: https://youtu.be/ZUx9qIm4sNY I
f you're in the United States, check out https://gamfin.org to see if you qualify for FREE financial counseling for a gambling problem.
Alistair Stafford is an ex-gambling addict and the co-founder of Betless. During a 5-year addiction, he lost a total of $40k to more unconventional forms of gambling, and now he wants to spread awareness to young men who actively game or want to start day trading.
CTAs and links: Struggle with bet regret and in a cycle of chasing losses? - follow @nobetali on TikTok to break the cycle. (Link: https://www.tiktok.com/@nobetali) Start your betless journey - download Betless on the App Store today. (Link: https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/betless-quit-betting/id6742162665)
🙏🏻 Recovery Resources: https://odaatgamblingawareness.com/resources
1️⃣ First day trying to stop gambling? Start here: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLQirxbLdrgPneNZshy-heKIhm9ftfqpwm&si=RgIHxiIJjC0Wi7yr
😅 Subscribe To Avoid Making The Same Mistakes I Did: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCH8s1lNHQbXzltQg_aXMAQA?sub_confirmation=1
Common Facts About Gambling Addiction: - Approximately 2-3% of Americans meet the criteria for a gambling disorder, which equates to around 6 million people. - Around 96% of gamblers lose money in the long run, reinforcing the industry's design to ensure the house always wins. - Studies show that people with a gambling addiction impact 7-10 others around them on average, showing that a gambling addiction can impact more people than simply the gambler themself. - Over 50% of people with gambling addiction also struggle with substance abuse or another mental health disorder, such as depression or anxiety. - Gambling Addiction costs the U.S. economy an estimated $7 billion annually, including losses from job productivity, criminal justice expenses, and healthcare costs.
About My Channel: Welcome to ODAAT Gambling Awareness! This channel is dedicated to spreading awareness about gambling addiction and helping individuals better understand the risks of excessive gambling. Through powerful storytelling, educational content, and real-life experiences, we aim to shine a light on the dangers of gambling and provide tools for recovery. Whether you're seeking help, supporting a loved one, or simply looking to learn more, our mission is to create a safe space for open conversations about gambling addiction. Join us as we break the stigma, share insights, and work toward a healthier, addiction-free future—one day at a time. Subscribe and be part of the change!
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32min
May 12, 2025 When Investing Becomes Gambling (2025 Recession Warning)
In this video, I interview Michael Bodiak about his gambling addiction, which was based in daytrading stock options and risky investments in the stock market. 🤝 How I Quit Gambling: https://youtu.be/ZUx9qIm4sNY
🙌 Get Evive and redefine your relationship to gambling for a year for FREE: https://www.getevive.com/ only available in select countries
About Michael: Michael Bodiak, a small business owner and advocate for responsible gaming. He is passionate about helping those with financial problems related to problem gambling; particularly related to those who suffer from high frequency day trading on Wall Street. His stock market addiction gambling journey began in 2003 and ended in 2023. He currently serves as Program Development Coordinator with the Arkansas Problem Gambling Council, bringing awareness and resources to those with gambling issues. He also helps lead a Twelve Step Life Recovery group at his local church on a weekly basis.
🙏🏻 Recovery Resources: https://odaatgamblingawareness.com/resources
1️⃣ First day trying to stop gambling? Start here: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLQirxbLdrgPneNZshy-heKIhm9ftfqpwm&si=RgIHxiIJjC0Wi7yr
😅 Subscribe To Avoid Making The Same Mistakes I Did: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCH8s1lNHQbXzltQg_aXMAQA?sub_confirmation=1
Common Facts About Gambling Addiction: - Approximately 2-3% of Americans meet the criteria for a gambling disorder, which equates to around 6 million people. - Around 96% of gamblers lose money in the long run, reinforcing the industry's design to ensure the house always wins. - Studies show that people with a gambling addiction impact 7-10 others around them on average, showing that a gambling addiction can impact more people than simply the gambler themself. - Over 50% of people with gambling addiction also struggle with substance abuse or another mental health disorder, such as depression or anxiety. - Gambling Addiction costs the U.S. economy an estimated $7 billion annually, including losses from job productivity, criminal justice expenses, and healthcare costs.
About My Channel: Welcome to ODAAT Gambling Awareness! This channel is dedicated to spreading awareness about gambling addiction and helping individuals better understand the risks of excessive gambling. Through powerful storytelling, educational content, and real-life experiences, we aim to shine a light on the dangers of gambling and provide tools for recovery. Whether you're seeking help, supporting a loved one, or simply looking to learn more, our mission is to create a safe space for open conversations about gambling addiction. Join us as we break the stigma, share insights, and work toward a healthier, addiction-free future—one day at a time. Subscribe and be part of the change!
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35min
May 08, 2025 What Not To Do In The Stock Market (Recession 2025)
In this video, I interview Michael Bodiak about his gambling addiction, which was based in daytrading in the stock market.
🤝 How I Quit Gambling: https://youtu.be/ZUx9qIm4sNY
🙌 Get Evive and redefine your relationship to gambling for a year for FREE: https://www.getevive.com/ only available in select countries
About Michael: Michael Bodiak, a small business owner and advocate for responsible gaming. He is passionate about helping those with financial problems related to problem gambling; particularly related to those who suffer from high frequency day trading on Wall Street. His stock market addiction gambling journey began in 2003 and ended in 2023. He currently serves as Program Development Coordinator with the Arkansas Problem Gambling Council, bringing awareness and resources to those with gambling issues. He also helps lead a Twelve Step Life Recovery group at his local church on a weekly basis.
🙏🏻 Recovery Resources: https://odaatgamblingawareness.com/resources
1️⃣ First day trying to stop gambling? Start here: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLQirxbLdrgPneNZshy-heKIhm9ftfqpwm&si=RgIHxiIJjC0Wi7yr
😅 Subscribe To Avoid Making The Same Mistakes I Did: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCH8s1lNHQbXzltQg_aXMAQA?sub_confirmation=1
Common Facts About Gambling Addiction: - Approximately 2-3% of Americans meet the criteria for a gambling disorder, which equates to around 6 million people. - Around 96% of gamblers lose money in the long run, reinforcing the industry's design to ensure the house always wins. - Studies show that people with a gambling addiction impact 7-10 others around them on average, showing that a gambling addiction can impact more people than simply the gambler themself. - Over 50% of people with gambling addiction also struggle with substance abuse or another mental health disorder, such as depression or anxiety. - Gambling Addiction costs the U.S. economy an estimated $7 billion annually, including losses from job productivity, criminal justice expenses, and healthcare costs.
About My Channel: Welcome to ODAAT Gambling Awareness! This channel is dedicated to spreading awareness about gambling addiction and helping individuals better understand the risks of excessive gambling. Through powerful storytelling, educational content, and real-life experiences, we aim to shine a light on the dangers of gambling and provide tools for recovery. Whether you're seeking help, supporting a loved one, or simply looking to learn more, our mission is to create a safe space for open conversations about gambling addiction. Join us as we break the stigma, share insights, and work toward a healthier, addiction-free future—one day at a time. Subscribe and be part of the change!
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35min
May 05, 2025 The Unseen Effects Of Gambling On A Family
In this video, I interviewed Stacy, a daughter of a gambling addict who decided to write a book about her experience.
🤝 How I Quit Gambling: https://youtu.be/ZUx9qIm4sNY
🙌 Get Evive and redefine your relationship to gambling for a year for FREE: https://www.getevive.com/ only available in select countries
About Stacy: Stacy Ladyman holds a BA in journalism from the University of Arkansas and has worked in nonprofit areas of behavioral health, addiction recovery groups, and faith-based communities. Married with two adult children, she lives in the Princeton, New Jersey, area. When not writing, she occasionally works as pit crew for her amateur-sports-car-racing husband. This is her debut novel.
For interviews, contact [email protected] Social Media Links:Website: https://www.stacyladyman.com
Order the Book: Shep and the King of Hearts - https://www.amazon.com/Shep-King-Hearts-Stacy-Ladyman-ebook/dp/B0DMS23LRR
🙏🏻 Recovery Resources: https://odaatgamblingawareness.com/resources
1️⃣ First day trying to stop gambling? Start here: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLQirxbLdrgPneNZshy-heKIhm9ftfqpwm&si=RgIHxiIJjC0Wi7yr
😅 Subscribe To Avoid Making The Same Mistakes I Did: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCH8s1lNHQbXzltQg_aXMAQA?sub_confirmation=1
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