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Never Enough Zeros | Author Joel Soper joins the show

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*** Trigger warning *** Gambling, the wagering process, “bad beats”, big wins, etc are all discussed in this episode. Please listen with caution if these topics are potentially triggering.

Suicide contemplation is also mentioned in this episode. If you or someone you know is experiencing thoughts of suicide or emotional distress, please dial 988 to reach the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline 24/7.

Joel Soper joins the show to discuss the motivation behind writing a person account of his struggles with gambling. We learn how Joel first got started betting at an early age, what he hopes to accomplish by sharing his story, the uniqueness of sports betting and why he believes it has mass appeal to a wide audience. Joel is candid about his recovery journey and realizes it is a “work in progress” that requires vigilance each day.

https://www.gatewayfoundation.org/mental-health/process-addictions/gambling-addiction/

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*** Trigger warning *** Gambling, the wagering process, “bad beats”, big wins, etc are all discussed in this episode. Please listen with caution if these topics are potentially triggering.

Suicide contemplation is also mentioned in this episode. If you or someone you know is experiencing thoughts of suicide or emotional distress, please dial 988 to reach the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline 24/7.

Joel Soper joins the show to discuss the motivation behind writing a person account of his struggles with gambling. We learn how Joel first got started betting at an early age, what he hopes to accomplish by sharing his story, the uniqueness of sports betting and why he believes it has mass appeal to a wide audience. Joel is candid about his recovery journey and realizes it is a “work in progress” that requires vigilance each day.

https://www.gatewayfoundation.org/mental-health/process-addictions/gambling-addiction/

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