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 podcast aims to help change that while helping viewers learn from the past experiences of others.

How Casinos Quietly Target Addicted Players
#128
Last Tuesday at 12:47 AM

Matt and Jack, the cofounders of Gamban, share their gambling addiction stories.

🤝 How I Quit Gambling: https://youtu.be/NurCWVRYVEY?si=zzmegEOfNIxqmomg

🙌 Gamban has just launched a new Discord platform for those looking to chat about gambling addiction and recovery in partnership with the CSGO team Ecstatic! Sign up here: https://discord.gg/mYJYCEN2ch

How does someone go from betting small amounts to losing thousands in minutes? In this interview with the co-founders of Gamban, we break down exactly how modern gambling products are designed to escalate behavior, increase spending, and keep people...


50 Years of Gambling Addiction… And How It Finally Ended
#127
03/28/2026

Vin shares his gambling addiction story

🤝 How I Quit Gambling: https://youtu.be/ZUx9qIm4sNY

Vin didn’t start gambling as an addict. He started like most people do… casually. A day at the racetrack, a few bets, and then something happened that changes everything for so many people: he won. That first win didn’t just give him money, it gave him a feeling he had never experienced before. A rush. A high. A level of mental stimulation that completely consumed him. Within months, gambling wasn’t just something he did. It became something h...


A “Free” Casino Game Cost A Man Hundreds of Thousands… We Spoke to the Researcher Who Exposed It
#126
03/26/2026

We dive into the ways that big tech and big gamble are leveraging technology to maximize profit. 🤝 How I Quit Gambling: https://youtu.be/ZUx9qIm4sNY Report link: https://www.techtransparencyproject.org/articles/how-facebook-profits-from-predatory-casino-games

Katie Paul is the Director of the Tech Transparency Project (TTP), an information and research hub for journalists, academics, policymakers, and members of the public interested in exploring the influence of the major technology platforms on politics, policy, and our lives. TTP is a research initiative of Campaign for Accountability (CfA), a 501(c)(3) nonpartisan, nonprofit watchdog organization that uses research, litigation, and agg...


Gambling Addict | I Faked the “Perfect Life” for 10 Years | Bryan’s Story
#125
03/22/2026

Bryan shares his gambling addiction story

🤝 How I Quit Gambling: https://youtu.be/ZUx9qIm4sNY

🙌 Right Choice Recovery is a family owned and operated treatment center in New Jersey specializing in helping those struggling to stop gambling. I have partnered with them because I believe they genuinely care about the people who come through their program, and I don't know anyone better to help you find recovery from this disease

Check out their program at: https://rightchoicerecoverynj.com/livestreams-community-building/ Most people think gambling addiction looks obvious. It doesn’t. Bryan hid his addictio...


My Gambling Is Worse Than My Drug Addiction | TJ's Story
#124
03/19/2026

TJ shares her gambling addiction story 🤝 How I Quit Gambling: https://youtu.be/ZUx9qIm4sNY

🙌 Gamban has just launched a new Discord platform for those looking to chat about gambling addiction and recovery in partnership with the CSGO team Ecstatic! Sign up here: https://discord.gg/mYJYCEN2ch

About TJ: TJ is a human trafficking survivor, who describes her problem gambling as a means of coping with lifelong traumas. She uses “harm reduction” which she discusses with the ODAAT podcast, as someone diagnosed with Borderline Personality and PTSD who’s actively working on improving her quality...


I Stole $80k From My Employer To Fuel My Gambling Addiction
#123
03/16/2026

Alex shares his story of gambling addiction and recovery

🤝 How I Quit Gambling: https://youtu.be/ZUx9qIm4sNY

🙌 Gamban is an awesome blocking software for your devices to get rid of access to gambling websites and apps. If you're struggling to stop gambling, this could be exactly what you need to help leave it behind for good: http://gamban.com/getapp

Alex, a 29-year-old from Sydney, Australia, whose story is both confronting and deeply inspiring. After seven years of gambling, Alex’s addiction came to a head the day he was called into the...


I Got Fired For Gambling While Teaching | Mariano's Story
#122
03/10/2026

Mariano shares his gambling addiction story

🤝 How I Quit Gambling: https://youtu.be/ZUx9qIm4sNY

🙌 Right Choice Recovery is a family owned and operated treatment center in New Jersey specializing in helping those struggling to stop gambling. I have partnered with them because I believe they genuinely care about the people who come through their program, and I don't know anyone better to help you find recovery from this disease Check out their program at: https://rightchoicerecoverynj.com/livestreams-community-building/

Mariano is an English and Spanish teacher from Peru who struggled with gambling for 18...


From $20 Bets To Losing $400k In A Night | Chaz's Gambling Addiction Story
#121
03/09/2026

Chaz shares his gambling addiction story

🤝 How I Quit Gambling: https://youtu.be/ZUx9qIm4sNY

🙌 Right Choice Recovery is a family owned and operated treatment center in New Jersey specializing in helping those struggling to stop gambling. I have partnered with them because I believe they genuinely care about the people who come through their program, and I don't know anyone better to help you find recovery from this disease

Check out their program at: https://rightchoicerecoverynj.com/livestreams-community-building/

About Chaz: Chaz Donati is a gambling awareness advocate, wannabe endurance athlet...


Gambling Was Fun... Until It Nearly Ruined My Life
#120
02/28/2026

Jordan shares his gambling addiction story

🤝 How I Quit Gambling: https://youtu.be/ZUx9qIm4sNY

🙌 Right Choice Recovery is a family owned and operated treatment center in New Jersey specializing in helping those struggling to stop gambling. I have partnered with them because I believe they genuinely care about the people who come through their program, and I don't know anyone better to help you find recovery from this disease Check out their program at: https://rightchoicerecoverynj.com/livestreams-community-building/

Jordan Freeman is a 25-year-old recovery advocate, speaker, and founder of Blueprint Recovery Coachi...


10 Years Of Losing Everything | Paul's Gambling Addiction
#119
02/24/2026

Paul shares his gambling addiction story

🤝 How I Quit Gambling: https://youtu.be/ZUx9qIm4sNY

🙌 Right Choice Recovery is a family owned and operated treatment center in New Jersey specializing in helping those struggling to stop gambling. I have partnered with them because I believe they genuinely care about the people who come through their program, and I don't know anyone better to help you find recovery from this disease Check out their program at: https://rightchoicerecoverynj.com/livestreams-community-building/

About Paul: He had a gambling addiction for 11 years and has been just over 3...


Her Husband Gambled Away Everything... Even Their Marriage
#118
02/22/2026

Samantha shares her story of gambling addiction and recovery

🤝 How I Quit Gambling: https://youtu.be/ZUx9qIm4sNY

🙌 Right Choice Recovery is a family owned and operated treatment center in New Jersey specializing in helping those struggling to stop gambling. I have partnered with them because I believe they genuinely care about the people who come through their program, and I don't know anyone better to help you find recovery from this disease Check out their program at: https://rightchoicerecoverynj.com

In this episode, we’re looking at a side of gambling that usu...


Started At 10, Addicted By 12 | I Gambled Everything I Ever Earned
#117
02/18/2026

Janelle shares her gambling addiction story

🤝 How I Quit Gambling: https://youtu.be/ZUx9qIm4sNY

🙌 Right Choice Recovery is a family owned and operated treatment center in New Jersey specializing in helping those struggling to stop gambling. I have partnered with them because I believe they genuinely care about the people who come through their program, and I don't know anyone better to help you find recovery from this disease Check out their program at: https://rightchoicerecoverynj.com

About Janelle: I started gambling at the age of 10 years old and by the time I...


Casinos Called Me a VIP — I Was Actually an Addict
#116
02/17/2026

LJ lost millions to gambling addiction. From VIP casino treatment to rock bottom, this is his unfiltered story of how gambling nearly cost him everything—including his life.

🤝 How I Quit Gambling: https://youtu.be/ZUx9qIm4sNY

🙌 Right Choice Recovery is a family owned and operated treatment center in New Jersey specializing in helping those struggling to stop gambling. I have partnered with them because I believe they genuinely care about the people who come through their program, and I don't know anyone better to help you find recovery from this disease Check out their pr...


He Went 17 Years Sober, Then Gambling Got Him Addicted Again
#115
02/11/2026

Justin E shares his story of gambling addiction and recovery.

🤝 How I Quit Gambling: https://youtu.be/ZUx9qIm4sNY

🙌 Right Choice Recovery is a family owned and operated treatement center in New Jersey specializing in helping those struggling to stop gambling. I have partnered with them because I believe they genuinely care about the people who come through their program, and I don't know anyone better to help you find recovery from this disease

Check out their program at: https://rightchoicerecoverynj.com

Justin E has 17 years clean from drugs and alcoho...


I Was a Lawyer Who Stole From Clients to Gamble (My Secret Life)
#114
02/09/2026

Jeff shares his gambling addiction story

🤝 How I Quit Gambling: https://youtu.be/ZUx9qIm4sNY

🙌 Right Choice Recovery is a family owned and operated treatement center in New Jersey specializing in helping those struggling to stop gambling. I have partnered with them because I believe they genuinely care about the people who come through their program, and I don't know anyone better to help you find recovery from this disease Check out their program at: https://rightchoicerecoverynj.com

Interested in joining Jeff's group? Send an email to: joinus@dcgp.org

Jeff W...


I Lost Everything Gambling… Then Went To Prison For It | Jodie's Story
#113
01/27/2026

Jodie shares her story of gambling addiction and recovery

🤝 How I Quit Gambling: https://youtu.be/ZUx9qIm4sNY

🙌 Gamban is an awesome blocking software for your devices to get rid of access to gambling websites and apps. If you're struggling to stop gambling, this could be exactly what you need to help leave it behind for good: http://gamban.com/getapp

Gambling addiction is called the hidden addiction for a reason. In this episode, Jodie N shares how a few casino visits turned into a full-blown slot machine addiction that escalated fast, destro...


I Exposed The Dark Truth About Sports Betting
#112
01/21/2026

On today’s episode, reporter and author Danny Funt joins the show to discuss his new book, Everybody Loses, which uncovers the realities of sports betting in America—including a story that hits close to home for me.

🤝 How I Quit Gambling: https://youtu.be/ZUx9qIm4sNY About Danny: Danny Funt covers sports betting as a contributor at The Washington Post. His reporting has also appeared in The New Yorker, The Wall Street Journal, and the Columbia Journalism Review. He previously worked as an editor at The Week magazine. A graduate of Georgetown University and the Columbi...


The “Easy Money” Lie That Destroyed My Life | Randy's Story
#111
01/17/2026

Randy L shares how gambling addiction cost him businesses, money, and nearly his life.

🤝 How I Quit Gambling: https://youtu.be/ZUx9qIm4sNY

🙌 Gamban is an awesome blocking software for your devices to get rid of access to gambling websites and apps. If you're struggling to stop gambling, this could be exactly what you need to help leave it behind for good: http://gamban.com/getapp

Randy thought gambling could fix his financial stress, but it nearly took his life. In this episode, he opens up about a 10–11 year gambling addiction that escalate...


The Hidden Victims of Gambling Addiction: A Wife’s Perspective
#110
01/14/2026

Melissa shares her story as someone impacted by the gambling addiction of her partner.

🤝 How I Quit Gambling: https://youtu.be/ZUx9qIm4sNY

🙌 Gamban is an awesome blocking software for your devices to get rid of access to gambling websites and apps. If you're struggling to stop gambling, this could be exactly what you need to help leave it behind for good: http://gamban.com/getapp

In this video, I interview Melissa, who shares her personal journey of being married to someone whose gambling addiction profoundly affected her life. Melissa raises awareness about...


My Gambling Cost Me 4 Years In Prison | Scott's Story
#109
01/09/2026

Scott Meyer shares his story of gambling addiction and recovery

🤝 How I Quit Gambling: https://youtu.be/ZUx9qIm4sNY

🙌 Gamban is an awesome blocking software for your devices to get rid of access to gambling websites and apps. If you're struggling to stop gambling, this could be exactly what you need to help leave it behind for good: http://gamban.com/getapp

Scott Meyer shares one of the most powerful gambling addiction recovery stories you’ll ever hear. From running a successful accounting firm and raising five children to offshore online casino gambling...


Former Gambling Streamer EXPOSES Online Casino Industry
#108
01/01/2026

Owen shares how his gambling streaming led to a gambling addiction

🤝 How I Quit Gambling: https://youtu.be/ZUx9qIm4sNY

🙌 Gamban is an awesome blocking software for your devices to get rid of access to gambling websites and apps. If you're struggling to stop gambling, this could be exactly what you need to help leave it behind for good: http://gamban.com/getapp

Gambling streamers often start out believing they’re in control. Many begin by gambling casually on stream for entertainment, sponsorship obligations, or audience engagement. But streaming changes the relationship with gam...


My Gambling Addiction Gave Me 7 Strokes | Tracy's Story
#107
12/25/2025

Tracy M shares her gambling addiction story

🤝 How I Quit Gambling: https://youtu.be/ZUx9qIm4sNY

🙌 Gamban is an awesome blocking software for your devices to get rid of access to gambling websites and apps. If you're struggling to stop gambling, this could be exactly what you need to help leave it behind for good: http://gamban.com/getapp Tracy M shares one of the most powerful gambling addiction recovery stories you will ever hear. After gambling for more than 40 years, Tracy’s addiction led to multiple nervous breakdowns, suicide attempts, and ultimately seven strokes...


I Robbed Banks To Fuel My Gambling Addiction | John's Story
#106
12/24/2025

John Schmidt shares his incredible gambling addiction story

🤝 How I Quit Gambling: https://youtu.be/ZUx9qIm4sNY

🙌 Gamban is an awesome blocking software for your devices to get rid of access to gambling websites and apps. If you're struggling to stop gambling, this could be exactly what you need to help leave it behind for good: http://gamban.com/getapp

Gambling addiction doesn’t just take money. It takes time, sleep, attention, self-respect, and eventually it can take your entire life off track. And when it gets severe, it doesn’t stay contained...


I Robbed Banks To Fuel My Gambling Addiction | John's Story
#106
12/23/2025

John Schmidt shares his incredible gambling addiction story

🤝 How I Quit Gambling: https://youtu.be/ZUx9qIm4sNY

🙌 Gamban is an awesome blocking software for your devices to get rid of access to gambling websites and apps. If you're struggling to stop gambling, this could be exactly what you need to help leave it behind for good: http://gamban.com/getapp

Gambling addiction doesn’t just take money. It takes time, sleep, attention, self-respect, and eventually it can take your entire life off track. And when it gets severe, it doesn’t stay contained...


How Casinos Target Addicted Gamblers: A Lawyer Explains
#105
12/11/2025

I interview Matthew Litt, a lawyer who represents gambling addiction clients against the gambling industry.

🤝 How I Quit Gambling: https://youtu.be/ZUx9qIm4sNY

🙌 Gamban is an awesome blocking software for your devices to get rid of access to gambling websites and apps. If you're struggling to stop gambling, this could be exactly what you need to help leave it behind for good: http://gamban.com/getapp

Matthew Litt's Information: Matthew Litt has dedicated nearly his entire legal practice to challenging the predatory practices of casinos. He’s appeared on The Whole Story wi...


I Turned ÂŁ20 Into ÂŁ60 And It Cost Me ÂŁ250,000 | Harj's Story
#104
12/05/2025

Harj from @SochTalksPod shares his gambling addiction story.

🤝 How I Quit Gambling: https://youtu.be/ZUx9qIm4sNY

🙌 Gamban is an awesome blocking software for your devices to get rid of access to gambling websites and apps. If you're struggling to stop gambling, this could be exactly what you need to help leave it behind for good: http://gamban.com/getapp

Harj grew up in a South Asian household where success meant a prestigious degree, a big job, a German car, and a family by 30. After selling a student social media startup, he sudden...


Gambling Took My Home — Recovery Gave Me My Life Back
#103
12/02/2025

Christina interviews Josh about his gambling addiction story!

🤝 How I Quit Gambling: https://youtu.be/ZUx9qIm4sNY In this powerful and emotional episode, Christina from Broke Girl steps in to guest host for Rob on the One Day at a Time Gambling Awareness channel — and she brings a deeply meaningful conversation with her friend Josh.

Josh began gambling at just 16 years old, growing up in Oklahoma where casinos line the highways and slot machines feel like a normal part of life. What started as entertainment quickly escalated into a full-blown addiction. By his mid-20s, Jo...


Gambling And Drugs Almost Killed Me | Kiki's Addiction Story
#101
11/28/2025

Kiki shares her brave story of recovery from both gambling and cocaine addiction.

🤝 How I Quit Gambling: https://youtu.be/ZUx9qIm4sNY

🙌 Gamban is an awesome blocking software for your devices to get rid of access to gambling websites and apps. If you're struggling to stop gambling, this could be exactly what you need to help leave it behind for good: http://gamban.com/getapp

When Kiki used cocaine, she had to gamble. Scratch cards, online bingo, slots – it didn’t matter, as long as it shut her brain off. What started as a way t...


“I Don’t Remember My Son Being Born” | Mark's Gambling Story
#102
11/23/2025

I interview Mark K about his gambling harm story and the work that he's doing to help others still struggling.

🤝 How I Quit Gambling: https://youtu.be/ZUx9qIm4sNY

🙌 Gamban is an awesome blocking software for your devices to get rid of access to gambling websites and apps. If you're struggling to stop gambling, this could be exactly what you need to help leave it behind for good: http://gamban.com/getapp

About Mark: my name is Mark Kempster and I am a recovering gambling addict and now passionate gambling reform advocate here i...


Winning ÂŁ127,000 Was The Worst Day Of My Life | Lisa's Gambling Story
#100
11/18/2025

I interview Lisa Walker about her gambling addiction story. 🤝 How I Quit Gambling: https://youtu.be/ZUx9qIm4sNY

🙌 Gamban is an awesome blocking software for your devices to get rid of access to gambling websites and apps. If you're struggling to stop gambling, this could be exactly what you need to help leave it behind for good: http://gamban.com/getapp

Lisa's Link to New Beginnings: https://www.betknowmoreuk.org/support-information/new-beginnings

When Lisa Walker hit a royal flush and won over ÂŁ127,000 in a UK casino, everyone told her it would be life ch...


Gambling Addiction Destroyed My Marriage | The Gambler’s Wife
#99
11/16/2025

I interview The Gambler's Wife about her story as an affected other of her husband's gambling addiction.

🤝 How I Quit Gambling: https://youtu.be/ZUx9qIm4sNY

About The Gambler’s Wife: I help spouses and parents recover from financial betrayal caused by gambling addictions. Through honest storytelling, support sessions, and a guidebook for financial betrayal recovery, I provide practical guidance and a community for those navigating the fallout and reclaiming their lives.

HerLinks: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thegamblerwife

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thegamblerwife8

Facebook: https://www.faceb...


Winning And Losing Six-Figures Nightly | Uri’s Gambling Story
#98
11/14/2025

I interview Uri E about his gambling addiction story

🤝 How I Quit Gambling: https://youtu.be/ZUx9qIm4sNY

🙌 check out Right Choice Recovery if you need gambling addiction treatmet today! Https:/.rightchoicerecoverynj.com

He hit a six-leg parlay at 13 years old and thought he’d found the cheat code to life. Instead, it became a death sentence for his finances, his mental health, and nearly his family.

In this episode of the One Day at a Time Gambling Addiction Podcast, Uri shares how a “fun” high school habit in Canada turned into...


My Gambling Hijacked My Life | Kate's Gambling Story
#97
11/07/2025

I interview Kate S about her gambling harm story.

🤝 How I Quit Gambling: https://youtu.be/ZUx9qIm4sNY

🙌 If you're struggling with finances because of a gambling addiction, see if you qualify for free financial counseling through Gamfin: https://gamfin.org/rob

Kate grew up in Sydney and first encountered poker machines in everyday social venues, not casinos. A few early wins lit the fuse. Years later, after moving to Canberra, a chance visit to a club while pregnant re-triggered everything during a perfect storm of stress. She burned through $30,000 in a month—...


From 6 Figure Bets To 6 Figure Debts | LJ's Gambling Story
#96
11/03/2025

I interview @NothingsOffTheTable about his gambling addiction story.

🤝 How I Quit Gambling: https://youtu.be/ZUx9qIm4sNY

🙌 Gamban is an awesome blocking software for your devices to get rid of access to gambling websites and apps. If you're struggling to stop gambling, this could be exactly what you need to help leave it behind for good: http://gamban.com/getapp

LJ’s story is what compulsive gambling really looks like: early wins, escalating bets, and a life shrinking to debt, lies, and desperation. He went from turning $200 into $9,000 at 15 to losing hundreds of thous...


Why Casinos Are Targeting Women
#95
10/23/2025

I interview Kitty Martz about her gambling addiction story.

🤝 How I Quit Gambling: https://youtu.be/ZUx9qIm4sNY

🙌 Check out Right Choice Recovery: https://rightchoicerecoverynj.com Right Choice Recovery Center in Dayton, NJ, is a licensed addiction treatment center offering evidence-based treatment for substance use, alcohol addiction, as well as compulsive gambling. Our clinical team specializes in dual diagnosis care, addressing mental health conditions like anxiety, depression, and PTSD alongside addiction. We provide intensive recovery programs, with treatment tailored to individual needs. Right Choice Recovery accepts most major insurance plans and is licensed with the st...


I Lost More Than Just Money Gambling | Ben's Story
#94
10/22/2025

Ben B shares his gambling addiction story and how it cost him his relationship. 🤝 How I Quit Gambling: https://youtu.be/ZUx9qIm4sNY

In this episode of the One Day at a Time Gambling Addiction Podcast, Rob sits down with Benjamin Batista, a 25-year-old from Pennsylvania who made his last bet just one month ago. Benjamin’s story captures the heartbreaking truth of how quickly gambling addiction can escalate—from casual poker games with friends to losing thousands on online blackjack. He opens up about the emotional damage that came alongside the financial loss: lying to his par...


How This Marketing Professor Exposed Gambling In America
#93
10/21/2025

I interview Daniel Ladik, a professor from Seton Hall that oversees the Seton Hall Sports Poll.

🤝 How I Quit Gambling: https://youtu.be/ZUx9qIm4sNY The Seton Hall Sports Poll: https://blogs.shu.edu/sportspoll/

🙌 Check out Right Choice Recovery: https://rightchoicerecoverynj.com

Right Choice Recovery Center in Dayton, NJ, is a licensed addiction treatment center offering evidence-based treatment for substance use, alcohol addiction, as well as compulsive gambling. Our clinical team specializes in dual diagnosis care, addressing mental health conditions like anxiety, depression, and PTSD alongside addiction. We provide intensive recovery progra...


How COVID Turned My Phone Into a Casino | Tom's Story
#92
10/20/2025

I interview Tom N about his gambling addiction story

🤝 How I Quit Gambling: https://youtu.be/ZUx9qIm4sNY

In today’s episode, I sit down with Tom N, a recovering gambling addict who made his last bet in March 2023. Born with a physical disability, Tom could only gamble when someone drove him to a casino—until the rise of online gambling changed everything. His story shows how the isolation of the COVID lockdown, the accessibility of gambling apps, and deceptive casino promotions pulled him into addiction. But it also shows the incredible strength of recover...


"It Felt Like Drugs" | How Online Casinos Took Over Tom's Life
10/14/2025

I interview Tom N about his gambling addiction story

🤝 How I Quit Gambling: https://youtu.be/ZUx9qIm4sNY

🙌 Get Evive and redefine your relationship to gambling for a year for FREE: https://link.getevive.app/download?utm_source=odaat&utm_medium=yt only available in select countries

In today’s episode, I sit down with Tom N, a recovering gambling addict who made his last bet in March 2023. Born with a physical disability, Tom could only gamble when someone drove him to a casino—until the rise of online gambling changed everything. His story...


Doctor Exposes How Casinos Hack Your Brain
#91
10/09/2025

I interview Dr. Timothy Fong about gambling addiction and what's happening in America.

🤝 How I Quit Gambling: https://youtu.be/ZUx9qIm4sNY

🙌 Get Evive and redefine your relationship to gambling for a year for FREE: https://link.getevive.app/download?utm_source=odaat&utm_medium=yt only available in select countries

Check out Right Choice Recovery: https://rightchoicerecoverynj.com

Right Choice Recovery Center in Dayton, NJ, is a licensed addiction treatment center offering evidence-based treatment for substance use, alcohol addiction, as well as compulsive gambling. Our clinical team specializes in dual d...