In 2018, the Supreme Court struck down a law that banned sports betting, and ushered in a new era of gambling.

Sports betting has become a multi-billion dollar industry. It’s as ubiquitous as it is lucrative. 

In his new book “Losing Big: America’s Reckless Bet on Sports Gambling” Jonathan Cohen argues that the rise of online sports betting, fueled by the convenience of mobile phones, is leading to an out-of-control industry that puts the health of young men at risk.

Today, author Jonathan Cohen joins Shirley Leung to discuss gambling and public health.