In this episode, Tony and Barry talk to Lill-Tove Bergmo, Magnus Pedersen and Kristian Vike, who work at Norway's gambling addiction support service, Spillavhengighet Norge.  We learn how Lill-Tove successfully campaigned for a complete ban on land-based slot machines in Norway.  We also discuss our collaboration on an Erasmus Plus project on Experts by Experience.   Presented by Tony O'Reilly and Barry Grant. Proudly Sponsored by Gamban. If you would like to support the podcast and the frontline work of the Project, by paying a €5 per month subscription you can do so here. &nbs ..read more

In this episode, Tony and Barry discuss the concept of Negative Core Beliefs, from Cognitive Behavioural Therapy - and how they can impact on problem gambling and other self-destructive and self-defeating behaviours.   Presented by Tony O'Reilly and Barry Grant. Proudly Sponsored by Gamban. If you would like to support the podcast and the frontline work of the Project, by paying a €5 per month subscription you can do so here.  (All Payments Show as 'Extern Therapy Service' on Your Bank Statement) www.problemgambling.ie www.extern.org www.gamban.com --- Send in a voice message: https ..read more

In this episode, Tony and Barry speak to Claire Donegan, CEO of Thrive Recovery about her own recovery from gambling addiction and her new peer support program, which launches in November 2022. Presented by Tony O'Reilly and Barry Grant. Proudly Sponsored by Gamban. If you would like to support the podcast and the frontline work of the Project, by paying a €5 per month subscription you can do so here.  (All Payments Show as 'Extern Therapy Service' on Your Bank Statement) www.problemgambling.ie www.extern.org www.gamban.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod ..read more

In this episode, Tony and Barry speak to Liz and Charles Ritchie, founding members of the UK charity, Gambling With Lives.  The charity was founded to support family members who had lost a loved one to gambling related suicide.  Gambling With Lives is one of the lead campaigners for reform of gambling regulation in the UK.  For more on their work, go to:  www.gamblingwithlives.org  The podcast is proudly sponsored by Gamban. If you would like to support the podcast and the frontline work of the Project, by paying a €5 per month subscription you can do so here.  (A ..read more

In this episode of the podcast, Tony and Barry return to exploring some common irrational beliefs around gambling.  This is a continuation of an earlier episode (Season 1, Episode 6).  The worksheet, developed by the Problem Gambling Institute of Ontario, is available here: https://learn.problemgambling.ca/PDF%20library/cbt-changing-your-thinking.pdf  The podcast is proudly sponsored by Gamban. If you would like to support the podcast and the frontline work of the Project, by paying a €5 per month subscription you can do so here.  (All Payments Show as 'Extern Therapy Servi ..read more

In this episode, Tony and Barry talk to Tony Parente - recovering gambling addict and founder of the charity, Gamlearn.  Tony discusses his recovery from gambling addiction and the insidious industry practices used to incentivize his continued gambling.  To learn more about the work of Gamlearn, go to: https://gamlearn.org.uk/  The podcast is proudly sponsored by Gamban. If you would like to support the podcast and the frontline work of the Project, by paying a €5 per month subscription you can do so here.  (All Payments Show as 'Extern Therapy Service' on Your Bank Stateme ..read more

In this episode, Tony talks to Nick 'The Gambling Guard' about his brilliant work on social media, inspiring others to recover from gambling addiction.  Check out Nick's amazing videos and content here: https://www.gambling-guard.com/ The Gambling Guard Website The podcast is proudly sponsored by Gamban. If you would like to support the podcast and the frontline work of the Project, by paying a €5 per month subscription you can do so here.  (All Payments Show as 'Extern Therapy Service' on Your Bank Statement) www.problemgambling.ie www.extern.org --- Send in a voice message: https ..read more

In this episode of the podcast, Tony and Barry discuss the Lower Risk Gambling Guidelines, as outlined in the 2021 report by the Canadian Center on Substance Use and Addiction.  The report is available here: LRGG-Developing-Lower-Risk-Gambling-Guidelines-Report-2021-en.pdf (gamblingguidelines.ca)  The podcast is proudly sponsored by Gamban. If you would like to support the podcast and the frontline work of the Project, by paying a €5 per month subscription you can do so here.  (All Payments Show as 'Extern Therapy Service' on Your Bank Statement) www.problemgambling.ie www.exter ..read more

In this episode, Tony and Barry talk to Patrick Foster, Head of Delivery (Education) with EPIC and author of the recently released book, 'Might Bite: The Secret Life of a Gambling Addict'.  The book can be purchased in all good bookstores and online: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Might-Bite-Secret-Gambling-Addict/dp/147299213X  The podcast is proudly sponsored by Gamban. If you would like to support the podcast and the frontline work of the Project, by paying a €5 per month subscription you can do so here.  (All Payments Show as 'Extern Therapy Service' on Your Bank Statement) www.pr ..read more

In this episode, Barry and Tony talk to Professor John O'Brennan about his research into Gambling Trends, Harms and Responses in Ireland (ROI).  The research paper is available here: https://mural.maynoothuniversity.ie/14258/1/MGRG%20Gambling%20in%20Ireland%20report%20final.pdf  We also discuss the recent Health Research Board survey into Gambling in the Republic of Ireland (2019-20), which is available here: https://mural.maynoothuniversity.ie/14258/1/MGRG%20Gambling%20in%20Ireland%20report%20final.pdf  The podcast is proudly sponsored by Gamban. If you would like to support th ..read more