<![CDATA[The Gambling Recovery Lounge]]>Eric F. is a compulsive gambler in recovery. This podcast shares the stories of people who have been impacted by gambling addiction, both from the perspective of the compulsive gambler, as well as those affected by someone's gambling problem. Through our collective experience, strength, and hope, we address this public health crisis with honesty, compassion, and love.

]]>https://rss.com/podcasts/thegamblingrecoveryloungeRiverside.fm (https://riverside.com)Fri, 24 Jul 2026 01:41:27 GMTFri, 03 Jul 2026 20:57:04 GMT60Eric F.<p>Eric F. is a compulsive gambler in recovery. This podcast shares the stories of people who have been impacted by gambling addiction, both from the perspective of the compulsive gambler, as well as those affected by someone's gambling problem. Through our collective experience, strength, and hope, we address this public health crisis with honesty, compassion, and love.</p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p>episodicEric F.calebsilverman16@gmail.comyes<![CDATA[Experience #24 β€” Quitting Gambling & Building the App to Beat It (w/ Caleb Silverman)]]>🎁 A gift for Lounge listeners β€” Betttr, the app to quit gambling and take back control.
The first 200 listeners get Betttr free for life. Download at betttr.net/get and enter code LOUNGE200.
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πŸ“± App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/betttr-quit-gambling-recovery/id6756128282

In this special episode, Eric welcomes his friend Caleb, into the Lounge. Caleb is the nephew of a compulsive gambler in Recovery, and this connection led him to pursue what has become his passion- to build a company and online app that is geared towards individuals who are seeking help to overcome their addiction to gambling. This has led to the launching of Caleb's company and app called "betttr". Eric and Caleb have a thoughtful discussion about today's world of gambling, addiction, and Recovery opportunities, as well as some of the details of the "betttr" app and how anyone can immediately utilize the app as a Recovery tool.

⏱ Chapters
0:00 Betttr β€” a gift for Lounge listeners
0:47 The conversation begins
24:08 Daily fantasy: 1.3% of players win
25:08 U.S. sports betting handle: $5B β†’ $167B

πŸ“Š Sources for the stats in this episode:
- 24:08 β€” Daily fantasy "1.3% of players win, 98.7% lose": McKinsey & Company (2015); DraftKings' own 2013–14 data.
- 25:08 β€” U.S. legal sports betting handle, $5B β†’ $167B (2017–2025): American Gaming Association & state regulators (annual legal handle; 2017 = Nevada only, pre-PASPA repeal).

We would love to hear from you. We welcome any questions and comments. Please e-mail Eric directly at: ericpaulf@sbcglobal.net

BIG THANKS to Edgardo for his dedication in producing and editing this Podcast. This would not be possible without his support!

***The Gambling Recovery Lounge is sponsored by "betttr"- an online app designed to help anyone with a desire to stop gambling. Download "betttr" from your app store and support your own journey to a better life and gambling recovery process!***

GAMBLING RECOVERY MEETING RESOURCES:
To find in person or virtual Gamblers Anonymous meetings, visit: gamblersanonymous.org
To find Gambling Recovery zoom meetings, visit: gamblersinrecovery.com
To find in person or virtual Gam-Anon Recovery Meetings, visit: gam-anon.org

#gamblingrecovery #quitgambling #sportsbetting

]]>8143980c-8fe7-46b9-a4be-82d9006931daFri, 03 Jul 2026 23:15:50 GMT<p>🎁 A gift for Lounge listeners β€” Betttr, the app to quit gambling and take back control.<br />The first 200 listeners get Betttr free for life. Download at <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://betttr.net/get" target="_blank">betttr.net/get</a> and enter code LOUNGE200.<br />πŸ‘‰ <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://betttr.net/get" target="_blank">betttr.net/get</a> Β· code LOUNGE200<br />πŸ“± App Store: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://apps.apple.com/us/app/betttr-quit-gambling-recovery/id6756128282" target="_blank">https://apps.apple.com/us/app/betttr-quit-gambling-recovery/id6756128282</a><br /><br />In this special episode, Eric welcomes his friend Caleb, into the Lounge. Caleb is the nephew of a compulsive gambler in Recovery, and this connection led him to pursue what has become his passion- to build a company and online app that is geared towards individuals who are seeking help to overcome their addiction to gambling. This has led to the launching of Caleb's company and app called "betttr". Eric and Caleb have a thoughtful discussion about today's world of gambling, addiction, and Recovery opportunities, as well as some of the details of the "betttr" app and how anyone can immediately utilize the app as a Recovery tool.<br /><br />⏱ Chapters<br />0:00 Betttr β€” a gift for Lounge listeners<br />0:47 The conversation begins<br />24:08 Daily fantasy: 1.3% of players win<br />25:08 U.S. sports betting handle: $5B β†’ $167B<br /><br />πŸ“Š Sources for the stats in this episode:<br />- 24:08 β€” Daily fantasy "1.3% of players win, 98.7% lose": McKinsey &amp; Company (2015); DraftKings' own 2013–14 data.<br />- 25:08 β€” U.S. legal sports betting handle, $5B β†’ $167B (2017–2025): American Gaming Association &amp; state regulators (annual legal handle; 2017 = Nevada only, pre-PASPA repeal).<br /><br />We would love to hear from you. We welcome any questions and comments. Please e-mail Eric directly at: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:ericpaulf@sbcglobal.net" target="_blank">ericpaulf@sbcglobal.net</a><br /><br />BIG THANKS to Edgardo for his dedication in producing and editing this Podcast. This would not be possible without his support!<br /><br />***The Gambling Recovery Lounge is sponsored by "betttr"- an online app designed to help anyone with a desire to stop gambling. Download "betttr" from your app store and support your own journey to a better life and gambling recovery process!***<br /><br />GAMBLING RECOVERY MEETING RESOURCES:<br />To find in person or virtual Gamblers Anonymous meetings, visit: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://gamblersanonymous.org" target="_blank">gamblersanonymous.org</a><br />To find Gambling Recovery zoom meetings, visit: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://gamblersinrecovery.com" target="_blank">gamblersinrecovery.com</a><br />To find in person or virtual Gam-Anon Recovery Meetings, visit: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://gam-anon.org" target="_blank">gam-anon.org</a><br /><br />#gamblingrecovery #quitgambling #sportsbetting</p>yes01:45:1453Experience #24 β€” Quitting Gambling & Building the App to Beat It (w/ Caleb Silverman)full<![CDATA[Experience #23]]>🎁 A gift for Lounge listeners β€” Betttr, the app to quit gambling and take back control.

The first 200 listeners get Betttr free for life. Download at betttr.net/get and enter code LOUNGE200.

πŸ‘‰ betttr.net/get Β· code LOUNGE200

In this powerful episode, Eric welcomes into the Lounge, one of his A-List mentors in his Recovery journey- Frank S. With multiple decades of experience in the Gamblers Anonymous program, Frank talks eloquently and with raw honesty, about his journey, including going to his first GA meeting at the young age of 19. Frank's path included many family members who were also compulsive gamblers, and we visit about what that life experience was like.

Frank shares his deep experiences, including the need to escape his life problems from a young age and that would lead to a long and devastating battle with a gambling addiction. His very successful career in banking was a part of that journey, which ultimately led to multiple arrests, probation, and time in prison.

Frank and Eric also talk about their spiritual connection on multiple fronts, including a very important date on the calendar in both of their lives, January 11th.

All of this led to COVID in 2020, which would bring about an extraordinary invention that Frank was a primary creator and collaborator of; the website: gamblersinrecovery.com. This website is a premier reference for Gambling Recovery meetings on the zoom platform, from all around the world, with hundreds of meeting listings, at all hours of the morning, day, and night. Frank has personally helped foster incredible amounts of opportunities for Gambling Recovery worldwide and continues to carry the message to those suffering, with a desire to get help.

We would love to hear from you. We welcome any questions and comments. Please e-mail Eric directly at: ericpaulf@sbcglobal.net

BIG THANKS to Edgardo for his dedication in producing and editing this Podcast. This would not be possible without his support!

***The Gambling Recovery Lounge is sponsored by "betttr"- an online app designed to help anyone with a desire to stop gambling. Download "betttr" from your app store and support your own journey to a better life and gambling recovery process!***

GAMBLING RECOVERY MEETING RESOURCES:

To find in person or virtual Gamblers Anonymous meetings, visit: gamblersanonymous.org

To find Gambling Recovery zoom meetings, visit: gamblersinrecovery.com

To find in person or virtual Gam-Anon Recovery Meetings, visit: gam-anon.org

]]>https://rss.com/podcasts/thegamblingrecoverylounge/2744833d7c53e5e-0e84-49fe-8b03-1a5561b2d703Sat, 18 Apr 2026 01:40:17 GMT<p>🎁 A gift for Lounge listeners β€” Betttr, the app to quit gambling and take back control.</p><p>The first 200 listeners get Betttr free for life. Download at betttr.net/get and enter code LOUNGE200.</p><p>πŸ‘‰ betttr.net/get Β· code LOUNGE200</p><p></p><p>In this powerful episode, Eric welcomes into the Lounge, one of his A-List mentors in his Recovery journey- Frank S. With multiple decades of experience in the Gamblers Anonymous program, Frank talks eloquently and with raw honesty, about his journey, including going to his first GA meeting at the young age of 19. Frank's path included many family members who were also compulsive gamblers, and we visit about what that life experience was like.</p><p>Frank shares his deep experiences, including the need to escape his life problems from a young age and that would lead to a long and devastating battle with a gambling addiction. His very successful career in banking was a part of that journey, which ultimately led to multiple arrests, probation, and time in prison.</p><p>Frank and Eric also talk about their spiritual connection on multiple fronts, including a very important date on the calendar in both of their lives, January 11th.</p><p>All of this led to COVID in 2020, which would bring about an extraordinary invention that Frank was a primary creator and collaborator of; the website: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://gamblersinrecovery.com" target="_blank">gamblersinrecovery.com</a>. This website is a premier reference for Gambling Recovery meetings on the zoom platform, from all around the world, with hundreds of meeting listings, at all hours of the morning, day, and night. Frank has personally helped foster incredible amounts of opportunities for Gambling Recovery worldwide and continues to carry the message to those suffering, with a desire to get help.</p><p>We would love to hear from you. We welcome any questions and comments. Please e-mail Eric directly at: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:ericpaulf@sbcglobal.net" target="_blank">ericpaulf@sbcglobal.net</a></p><p>BIG THANKS to Edgardo for his dedication in producing and editing this Podcast. This would not be possible without his support!</p><p>***The Gambling Recovery Lounge is sponsored by "betttr"- an online app designed to help anyone with a desire to stop gambling. Download "betttr" from your app store and support your own journey to a better life and gambling recovery process!***</p><p>GAMBLING RECOVERY MEETING RESOURCES:</p><p>To find in person or virtual Gamblers Anonymous meetings, visit: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.gamblersanonymous.org" target="_blank">gamblersanonymous.org</a></p><p>To find Gambling Recovery zoom meetings, visit: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://gamblersinrecovery.com" target="_blank">gamblersinrecovery.com</a></p><p>To find in person or virtual Gam-Anon Recovery Meetings, visit: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://gam-anon.org" target="_blank">gam-anon.org</a></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p>no01:49:0352Experience #23full<![CDATA[Experience #22]]>🎁 A gift for Lounge listeners β€” Betttr, the app to quit gambling and take back control.

The first 200 listeners get Betttr free for life. Download at betttr.net/get and enter code LOUNGE200.

πŸ‘‰ betttr.net/get Β· code LOUNGE200

We're back in 2026! In the new year's kick-off episode, Eric welcomes his close friend and brother in Recovery, Markus, to the Lounge. Markus shares, with incredible honesty and humility, his 8-year journey of a progressive gambling addiction, throughout his 20's. What started as an innocent experience of gambling to fit in with his peers, spiraled into a full-blown addiction to sports gambling and devastated every aspect of his life. Markus shares what it feels like to experience the ultimate highs in life, like his engagement, to quickly shifting into the pit of demise and complete destruction in a matter of hours. It all led to a rock bottom discovery by his life partner, that finally brought everything to light. With his entire life all the line, Markus describes his entry into Recovery via Gamblers Anonymous and how nearly 2 years later, his life has been completely transformed in his Recovery journey.

Markus also shares important advice and insight into what his experience has been like to deal with sports in his Recovery process, which is a critical component of what so many young, sports fans and gamblers are facing in today's world, where sports and gambling go and hand and has been glorified into society as a normal and acceptable activity. This Podcast episode is life changing, and it's the rare person like Markus, whose bringing about the necessary truth to save and transform lives!

We would love to hear from you. We welcome any questions and comments. Please e-mail Eric directly at: ericpaulf@sbcglobal.net

BIG THANKS to Edgardo for his dedication in producing and editing this Podcast. This would not be possible without his support!

***The Gambling Recovery Lounge is sponsored by "betttr"- an online app designed to help anyone with a desire to stop gambling. Download "betttr" from your app store and support your own journey to a better life and gambling recovery process!***

GAMBLING RECOVERY MEETING RESOURCES:

To find in person or virtual Gamblers Anonymous meetings, visit: gamblersanonymous.org

To find Gambling Recovery zoom meetings, visit: gamblersinrecovery.com

To find in person or virtual Gam-Anon Recovery Meetings, visit: gam-anon.org

]]>https://rss.com/podcasts/thegamblingrecoverylounge/2502448a3960182-50b4-477e-99ac-5dc7347aefbcThu, 29 Jan 2026 04:37:51 GMT<p>🎁 A gift for Lounge listeners β€” Betttr, the app to quit gambling and take back control.</p><p>The first 200 listeners get Betttr free for life. Download at betttr.net/get and enter code LOUNGE200.</p><p>πŸ‘‰ betttr.net/get Β· code LOUNGE200</p><p></p><p>We're back in 2026! In the new year's kick-off episode, Eric welcomes his close friend and brother in Recovery, Markus, to the Lounge. Markus shares, with incredible honesty and humility, his 8-year journey of a progressive gambling addiction, throughout his 20's. What started as an innocent experience of gambling to fit in with his peers, spiraled into a full-blown addiction to sports gambling and devastated every aspect of his life. Markus shares what it feels like to experience the ultimate highs in life, like his engagement, to quickly shifting into the pit of demise and complete destruction in a matter of hours. It all led to a rock bottom discovery by his life partner, that finally brought everything to light. With his entire life all the line, Markus describes his entry into Recovery via Gamblers Anonymous and how nearly 2 years later, his life has been completely transformed in his Recovery journey.</p><p>Markus also shares important advice and insight into what his experience has been like to deal with sports in his Recovery process, which is a critical component of what so many young, sports fans and gamblers are facing in today's world, where sports and gambling go and hand and has been glorified into society as a normal and acceptable activity. This Podcast episode is life changing, and it's the rare person like Markus, whose bringing about the necessary truth to save and transform lives!</p><p>We would love to hear from you. We welcome any questions and comments. Please e-mail Eric directly at: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:ericpaulf@sbcglobal.net" target="_blank">ericpaulf@sbcglobal.net</a></p><p>BIG THANKS to Edgardo for his dedication in producing and editing this Podcast. This would not be possible without his support!</p><p>***The Gambling Recovery Lounge is sponsored by "betttr"- an online app designed to help anyone with a desire to stop gambling. Download "betttr" from your app store and support your own journey to a better life and gambling recovery process!***</p><p>GAMBLING RECOVERY MEETING RESOURCES:</p><p>To find in person or virtual Gamblers Anonymous meetings, visit: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.gamblersanonymous.org" target="_blank">gamblersanonymous.org</a></p><p>To find Gambling Recovery zoom meetings, visit: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://gamblersinrecovery.com" target="_blank">gamblersinrecovery.com</a></p><p>To find in person or virtual Gam-Anon Recovery Meetings, visit: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://gam-anon.org" target="_blank">gam-anon.org</a></p><p></p>yes01:44:1951Experience #22full<![CDATA[Experience #008]]>🎁 A gift for Lounge listeners β€” Betttr, the app to quit gambling and take back control.

The first 200 listeners get Betttr free for life. Download at betttr.net/get and enter code LOUNGE200.

πŸ‘‰ betttr.net/get Β· code LOUNGE200

Eric is joined in the Lounge by Gavin, from Wisconsin. Gavin is a 25 year-old gambler in recovery and talks about his journey through life. Learning about gambling at a very young age and navigating troubled waters throughout his adolescence, into early adulthood, Gavin brings a depth of extraordinary resilience and how anybody, at any age, can prosper through recovery. He also shares about the importance of his mom's support in getting him help and continued support in his journey. This is an episode that likely resonates with everyone and provides meaningful HOPE for those who feel hopeless from however a gambling problem has impacted your life.

We would love to hear from you. We welcome any questions and comments. Please e-mail Eric directly at: ericpaulf@sbcglobal.net

BIG THANKS to Edgardo for his dedication in producing and editing this Podcast. This would not be possible without his support!

***The Gambling Recovery Lounge is sponsored by "betttr"- an online app designed to help anyone with a desire to stop gambling. Download "betttr" from your app store and support your own journey to a better life and gambling recovery process!***

GAMBLING RECOVERY MEETING RESOURCES:

To find in person or virtual Gamblers Anonymous meetings, visit: gamblersanonymous.org

To find Gambling Recovery zoom meetings, visit: gamblersinrecovery.com

To find in person or virtual Gam-Anon Recovery Meetings, visit: gam-anon.org

]]>https://rss.com/podcasts/thegamblingrecoverylounge/1626583e99a8464-4c89-47fa-9ea6-8332ec4c63b7Mon, 26 Aug 2024 00:32:16 GMT<p>🎁 A gift for Lounge listeners β€” Betttr, the app to quit gambling and take back control.</p><p>The first 200 listeners get Betttr free for life. Download at betttr.net/get and enter code LOUNGE200.</p><p>πŸ‘‰ betttr.net/get Β· code LOUNGE200</p><p></p><p>Eric is joined in the Lounge by Gavin, from Wisconsin. Gavin is a 25 year-old gambler in recovery and talks about his journey through life. Learning about gambling at a very young age and navigating troubled waters throughout his adolescence, into early adulthood, Gavin brings a depth of extraordinary resilience and how anybody, at any age, can prosper through recovery. He also shares about the importance of his mom's support in getting him help and continued support in his journey. This is an episode that likely resonates with everyone and provides meaningful HOPE for those who feel hopeless from however a gambling problem has impacted your life.</p><p>We would love to hear from you. We welcome any questions and comments. Please e-mail Eric directly at: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:ericpaulf@sbcglobal.net" target="_blank">ericpaulf@sbcglobal.net</a></p><p>BIG THANKS to Edgardo for his dedication in producing and editing this Podcast. This would not be possible without his support!</p><p>***The Gambling Recovery Lounge is sponsored by "betttr"- an online app designed to help anyone with a desire to stop gambling. Download "betttr" from your app store and support your own journey to a better life and gambling recovery process!***</p><p>GAMBLING RECOVERY MEETING RESOURCES:</p><p>To find in person or virtual Gamblers Anonymous meetings, visit: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.gamblersanonymous.org" target="_blank">gamblersanonymous.org</a></p><p>To find Gambling Recovery zoom meetings, visit: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://gamblersinrecovery.com" target="_blank">gamblersinrecovery.com</a></p><p>To find in person or virtual Gam-Anon Recovery Meetings, visit: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://gam-anon.org" target="_blank">gam-anon.org</a></p>yes01:29:0222Experience #008full<![CDATA[Experience #009]]>🎁 A gift for Lounge listeners β€” Betttr, the app to quit gambling and take back control.

The first 200 listeners get Betttr free for life. Download at betttr.net/get and enter code LOUNGE200.

πŸ‘‰ betttr.net/get Β· code LOUNGE200

Eric welcomes Robert into the Lounge; a great friend and mentor in recovery. Robert shares about his gambling journey since early childhood, ultimately leading to a long-term addiction, primarily in the realm of sports gambling. His 30+ years in recovery through GA is full of experience, strength, and hope and Robert leaves no stone unturned throughout this riveting discussion. If you want 100% brutal honesty and what facing this devastating addiction can do to turn one's life completely around, you're in for a great experience. And there's even a surprise "recovery song" that Robert performs live!

We would love to hear from you. We welcome any questions and comments. Please e-mail Eric directly at: ericpaulf@sbcglobal.net

BIG THANKS to Edgardo for his dedication in producing and editing this Podcast. This would not be possible without his support!

***The Gambling Recovery Lounge is sponsored by "betttr"- an online app designed to help anyone with a desire to stop gambling. Download "betttr" from your app store and support your own journey to a better life and gambling recovery process!***

GAMBLING RECOVERY MEETING RESOURCES:

To find in person or virtual Gamblers Anonymous meetings, visit: gamblersanonymous.org

To find Gambling Recovery zoom meetings, visit: gamblersinrecovery.com

To find in person or virtual Gam-Anon Recovery Meetings, visit: gam-anon.org

]]>https://rss.com/podcasts/thegamblingrecoverylounge/1641706de579187-b426-47a5-983f-de61fe30ec5aWed, 04 Sep 2024 04:52:54 GMT<p>🎁 A gift for Lounge listeners β€” Betttr, the app to quit gambling and take back control.</p><p>The first 200 listeners get Betttr free for life. Download at betttr.net/get and enter code LOUNGE200.</p><p>πŸ‘‰ betttr.net/get Β· code LOUNGE200</p><p></p><p>Eric welcomes Robert into the Lounge; a great friend and mentor in recovery. Robert shares about his gambling journey since early childhood, ultimately leading to a long-term addiction, primarily in the realm of sports gambling. His 30+ years in recovery through GA is full of experience, strength, and hope and Robert leaves no stone unturned throughout this riveting discussion. If you want 100% brutal honesty and what facing this devastating addiction can do to turn one's life completely around, you're in for a great experience. And there's even a surprise "recovery song" that Robert performs live!</p><p>We would love to hear from you. We welcome any questions and comments. Please e-mail Eric directly at: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:ericpaulf@sbcglobal.net" target="_blank">ericpaulf@sbcglobal.net</a></p><p>BIG THANKS to Edgardo for his dedication in producing and editing this Podcast. This would not be possible without his support!</p><p>***The Gambling Recovery Lounge is sponsored by "betttr"- an online app designed to help anyone with a desire to stop gambling. Download "betttr" from your app store and support your own journey to a better life and gambling recovery process!***</p><p>GAMBLING RECOVERY MEETING RESOURCES:</p><p>To find in person or virtual Gamblers Anonymous meetings, visit: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.gamblersanonymous.org" target="_blank">gamblersanonymous.org</a></p><p>To find Gambling Recovery zoom meetings, visit: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://gamblersinrecovery.com" target="_blank">gamblersinrecovery.com</a></p><p>To find in person or virtual Gam-Anon Recovery Meetings, visit: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://gam-anon.org" target="_blank">gam-anon.org</a></p>yes01:30:4323Experience #009full<![CDATA[Experience #10]]>🎁 A gift for Lounge listeners β€” Betttr, the app to quit gambling and take back control.

The first 200 listeners get Betttr free for life. Download at betttr.net/get and enter code LOUNGE200.

πŸ‘‰ betttr.net/get Β· code LOUNGE200

Eric is joined in the co-host seat by Edgardo, as the show celebrates reaching the double-digit milestone, with Experience #10! They welcome their friends, Ryan and Kiki, into the Lounge, from San Diego, CA. Ryan is the compulsive gambler in recovery and Kiki, his wife, is the effected loved one. They share their stories of how Ryan got introduced to gambling, how it escalated in his life and their marriage, and ultimately led to him seeking recovery. Kiki shares the amazing journey of a spouse impacted by her husband's gambling addiction and how she reached her rock bottom, leading to her own journey of recovery. This episode demonstrates what is possible when compulsive gamblers and loved ones jointly seek recovery and face this devasting disease openly, honestly, and lovingly.

We would love to hear from you. We welcome any questions and comments. Please e-mail Eric directly at: ericpaulf@sbcglobal.net

BIG THANKS to Edgardo for his dedication in producing and editing this Podcast. This would not be possible without his support!

***The Gambling Recovery Lounge is sponsored by "betttr"- an online app designed to help anyone with a desire to stop gambling. Download "betttr" from your app store and support your own journey to a better life and gambling recovery process!***

GAMBLING RECOVERY MEETING RESOURCES:

To find in person or virtual Gamblers Anonymous meetings, visit: gamblersanonymous.org

To find Gambling Recovery zoom meetings, visit: gamblersinrecovery.com

To find in person or virtual Gam-Anon Recovery Meetings, visit: gam-anon.org

]]>https://rss.com/podcasts/thegamblingrecoverylounge/16587080986b8f0-b59a-4c73-844a-0c7a5a042b40Mon, 16 Sep 2024 19:09:21 GMT<p>🎁 A gift for Lounge listeners β€” Betttr, the app to quit gambling and take back control.</p><p>The first 200 listeners get Betttr free for life. Download at betttr.net/get and enter code LOUNGE200.</p><p>πŸ‘‰ betttr.net/get Β· code LOUNGE200</p><p></p><p>Eric is joined in the co-host seat by Edgardo, as the show celebrates reaching the double-digit milestone, with Experience #10! They welcome their friends, Ryan and Kiki, into the Lounge, from San Diego, CA. Ryan is the compulsive gambler in recovery and Kiki, his wife, is the effected loved one. They share their stories of how Ryan got introduced to gambling, how it escalated in his life and their marriage, and ultimately led to him seeking recovery. Kiki shares the amazing journey of a spouse impacted by her husband's gambling addiction and how she reached her rock bottom, leading to her own journey of recovery. This episode demonstrates what is possible when compulsive gamblers and loved ones jointly seek recovery and face this devasting disease openly, honestly, and lovingly.</p><p>We would love to hear from you. We welcome any questions and comments. Please e-mail Eric directly at: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:ericpaulf@sbcglobal.net" target="_blank">ericpaulf@sbcglobal.net</a></p><p>BIG THANKS to Edgardo for his dedication in producing and editing this Podcast. This would not be possible without his support!</p><p>***The Gambling Recovery Lounge is sponsored by "betttr"- an online app designed to help anyone with a desire to stop gambling. Download "betttr" from your app store and support your own journey to a better life and gambling recovery process!***</p><p>GAMBLING RECOVERY MEETING RESOURCES:</p><p>To find in person or virtual Gamblers Anonymous meetings, visit: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.gamblersanonymous.org" target="_blank">gamblersanonymous.org</a></p><p>To find Gambling Recovery zoom meetings, visit: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://gamblersinrecovery.com" target="_blank">gamblersinrecovery.com</a></p><p>To find in person or virtual Gam-Anon Recovery Meetings, visit: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://gam-anon.org" target="_blank">gam-anon.org</a></p>yes01:27:0824Experience #10full<![CDATA[Experience #20]]>🎁 A gift for Lounge listeners β€” Betttr, the app to quit gambling and take back control.

The first 200 listeners get Betttr free for life. Download at betttr.net/get and enter code LOUNGE200.

πŸ‘‰ betttr.net/get Β· code LOUNGE200

In this milestone episode, Eric welcomes his close friend and brother in Recovery, Joe, into the Lounge. Joe shares about his life journey, from what was a normal, happy life into his 20s, but ultimately spiraled into a chaotic gambling addiction in a span of just a few years. He describes how he had a successful job and great marriage, but how gambling would then take control of everything. Joe also shares how he went from being an imposter in the initial stages of abstinence into what has become his deep commitment to Recovery since his last bet on November 5, 2022. That was also the day Joe and Eric met, and they talk in detail about the miracle of what happened on that day and how it would change the course of history for both of them.

We would love to hear from you. We welcome any questions and comments. Please e-mail Eric directly at: ericpaulf@sbcglobal.net

BIG THANKS to Edgardo for his dedication in producing and editing this Podcast. This would not be possible without his support!

***The Gambling Recovery Lounge is sponsored by "betttr"- an online app designed to help anyone with a desire to stop gambling. Download "betttr" from your app store and support your own journey to a better life and gambling recovery process!***

GAMBLING RECOVERY MEETING RESOURCES:

To find in person or virtual Gamblers Anonymous meetings, visit: gamblersanonymous.org

To find Gambling Recovery zoom meetings, visit: gamblersinrecovery.com

To find in person or virtual Gam-Anon Recovery Meetings, visit: gam-anon.org

]]>https://rss.com/podcasts/thegamblingrecoverylounge/2140231d815520e-0d2b-403d-b27f-a6ea4a94ea3eMon, 28 Jul 2025 06:08:56 GMT<p>🎁 A gift for Lounge listeners β€” Betttr, the app to quit gambling and take back control.</p><p>The first 200 listeners get Betttr free for life. Download at betttr.net/get and enter code LOUNGE200.</p><p>πŸ‘‰ betttr.net/get Β· code LOUNGE200</p><p></p><p>In this milestone episode, Eric welcomes his close friend and brother in Recovery, Joe, into the Lounge. Joe shares about his life journey, from what was a normal, happy life into his 20s, but ultimately spiraled into a chaotic gambling addiction in a span of just a few years. He describes how he had a successful job and great marriage, but how gambling would then take control of everything. Joe also shares how he went from being an imposter in the initial stages of abstinence into what has become his deep commitment to Recovery since his last bet on November 5, 2022. That was also the day Joe and Eric met, and they talk in detail about the miracle of what happened on that day and how it would change the course of history for both of them.</p><p>We would love to hear from you. We welcome any questions and comments. Please e-mail Eric directly at: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:ericpaulf@sbcglobal.net" target="_blank">ericpaulf@sbcglobal.net</a></p><p>BIG THANKS to Edgardo for his dedication in producing and editing this Podcast. This would not be possible without his support!</p><p>***The Gambling Recovery Lounge is sponsored by "betttr"- an online app designed to help anyone with a desire to stop gambling. Download "betttr" from your app store and support your own journey to a better life and gambling recovery process!***</p><p>GAMBLING RECOVERY MEETING RESOURCES:</p><p>To find in person or virtual Gamblers Anonymous meetings, visit: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.gamblersanonymous.org" target="_blank">gamblersanonymous.org</a></p><p>To find Gambling Recovery zoom meetings, visit: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://gamblersinrecovery.com" target="_blank">gamblersinrecovery.com</a></p><p>To find in person or virtual Gam-Anon Recovery Meetings, visit: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://gam-anon.org" target="_blank">gam-anon.org</a></p>no01:44:1842Experience #20full<![CDATA[Experience #002]]>🎁 A gift for Lounge listeners β€” Betttr, the app to quit gambling and take back control.

The first 200 listeners get Betttr free for life. Download at betttr.net/get and enter code LOUNGE200.

πŸ‘‰ betttr.net/get Β· code LOUNGE200

Eric and Alyssa interview Edgardo - a loved one affected by a compulsive gambler. (and that compulsive gambler just happens to be Eric!) You won't want to miss this! Edgardo tells the brutal honest story of the pain a loved one goes through, as their partner spirals into the depts of a horrific gambling addiction. And he paints the picture of how Recovery can change those same lives and thrive into the future in a wonderful way.

We would love to hear from you. We welcome any questions and comments. Please e-mail Eric directly at: ericpaulf@sbcglobal.net

***The Gambling Recovery Lounge is sponsored by "betttr"- an online app designed to help anyone with a desire to stop gambling. Download "betttr" from your app store and support your own journey to a better life and gambling recovery process!***

GAMBLING RECOVERY MEETING RESOURCES:

To find in person or virtual Gamblers Anonymous meetings, visit: gamblersanonymous.org

To find Gambling Recovery zoom meetings, visit: gamblersinrecovery.com

To find in person or virtual Gam-Anon Recovery Meetings, visit: gam-anon.org

]]>https://rss.com/podcasts/thegamblingrecoverylounge/141571322cb2416-11b7-4d0d-bc20-d4b41f8dc180Mon, 01 Apr 2024 05:53:30 GMT<p>🎁 A gift for Lounge listeners β€” Betttr, the app to quit gambling and take back control.</p><p>The first 200 listeners get Betttr free for life. Download at betttr.net/get and enter code LOUNGE200.</p><p>πŸ‘‰ betttr.net/get Β· code LOUNGE200</p><p></p><p>Eric and Alyssa interview Edgardo - a loved one affected by a compulsive gambler. (and that compulsive gambler just happens to be Eric!) You won't want to miss this! Edgardo tells the brutal honest story of the pain a loved one goes through, as their partner spirals into the depts of a horrific gambling addiction. And he paints the picture of how Recovery can change those same lives and thrive into the future in a wonderful way.</p><p>We would love to hear from you. We welcome any questions and comments. Please e-mail Eric directly at: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:ericpaulf@sbcglobal.net" target="_blank">ericpaulf@sbcglobal.net</a></p><p>***The Gambling Recovery Lounge is sponsored by "betttr"- an online app designed to help anyone with a desire to stop gambling. Download "betttr" from your app store and support your own journey to a better life and gambling recovery process!***</p><p>GAMBLING RECOVERY MEETING RESOURCES:</p><p>To find in person or virtual Gamblers Anonymous meetings, visit: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.gamblersanonymous.org" target="_blank">gamblersanonymous.org</a></p><p>To find Gambling Recovery zoom meetings, visit: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://gamblersinrecovery.com" target="_blank">gamblersinrecovery.com</a></p><p>To find in person or virtual Gam-Anon Recovery Meetings, visit: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://gam-anon.org" target="_blank">gam-anon.org</a></p>no00:43:5112Experience #002full<![CDATA[Experience #14]]>🎁 A gift for Lounge listeners β€” Betttr, the app to quit gambling and take back control.

The first 200 listeners get Betttr free for life. Download at betttr.net/get and enter code LOUNGE200.

πŸ‘‰ betttr.net/get Β· code LOUNGE200

The Lounge is back, as we begin Season 3 in 2025! Eric welcomes John into the Lounge, for an in-depth discussion about John's long journey of Recovery from his gambling addiction. They start out talking about how they recently met in the GA rooms of Recovery. What follows is a really dynamic portrayal of John's life journey of engagement into gambling, his repeated attempts at stopping, and a stunning story of his last day at a casino and the tragedy that occurred, resulting in the final moments of John's last bet, almost 8 years ago. John provides a great overview of his Recovery journey through GA and what his messaging is to those who are struggling to begin the process of addressing their gambling addiction.

We would love to hear from you. We welcome any questions and comments. Please e-mail Eric directly at: ericpaulf@sbcglobal.net

BIG THANKS to Edgardo for his dedication in producing and editing this Podcast. This would not be possible without his support!

***The Gambling Recovery Lounge is sponsored by "betttr"- an online app designed to help anyone with a desire to stop gambling. Download "betttr" from your app store and support your own journey to a better life and gambling recovery process!***

GAMBLING RECOVERY MEETING RESOURCES:

To find in person or virtual Gamblers Anonymous meetings, visit: gamblersanonymous.org

To find Gambling Recovery zoom meetings, visit: gamblersinrecovery.com

To find in person or virtual Gam-Anon Recovery Meetings, visit: gam-anon.org

]]>https://rss.com/podcasts/thegamblingrecoverylounge/184407819ddf1dc-0e6a-4de0-80b0-7abc13650fdeSun, 12 Jan 2025 23:00:32 GMT<p>🎁 A gift for Lounge listeners β€” Betttr, the app to quit gambling and take back control.</p><p>The first 200 listeners get Betttr free for life. Download at betttr.net/get and enter code LOUNGE200.</p><p>πŸ‘‰ betttr.net/get Β· code LOUNGE200</p><p></p><p>The Lounge is back, as we begin Season 3 in 2025! Eric welcomes John into the Lounge, for an in-depth discussion about John's long journey of Recovery from his gambling addiction. They start out talking about how they recently met in the GA rooms of Recovery. What follows is a really dynamic portrayal of John's life journey of engagement into gambling, his repeated attempts at stopping, and a stunning story of his last day at a casino and the tragedy that occurred, resulting in the final moments of John's last bet, almost 8 years ago. John provides a great overview of his Recovery journey through GA and what his messaging is to those who are struggling to begin the process of addressing their gambling addiction.</p><p>We would love to hear from you. We welcome any questions and comments. Please e-mail Eric directly at: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:ericpaulf@sbcglobal.net" target="_blank">ericpaulf@sbcglobal.net</a></p><p>BIG THANKS to Edgardo for his dedication in producing and editing this Podcast. This would not be possible without his support!</p><p>***The Gambling Recovery Lounge is sponsored by "betttr"- an online app designed to help anyone with a desire to stop gambling. Download "betttr" from your app store and support your own journey to a better life and gambling recovery process!***</p><p>GAMBLING RECOVERY MEETING RESOURCES:</p><p>To find in person or virtual Gamblers Anonymous meetings, visit: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.gamblersanonymous.org" target="_blank">gamblersanonymous.org</a></p><p>To find Gambling Recovery zoom meetings, visit: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://gamblersinrecovery.com" target="_blank">gamblersinrecovery.com</a></p><p>To find in person or virtual Gam-Anon Recovery Meetings, visit: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://gam-anon.org" target="_blank">gam-anon.org</a></p>yes01:25:4831Experience #14full<![CDATA[Experience #18]]>🎁 A gift for Lounge listeners β€” Betttr, the app to quit gambling and take back control.

The first 200 listeners get Betttr free for life. Download at betttr.net/get and enter code LOUNGE200.

πŸ‘‰ betttr.net/get Β· code LOUNGE200

Eric is joined in the Lounge by his friend and Recovery sister, Lori. They have a wonderful conversation about Lori's life journey and how gambling entered her life at an early age and would progress significantly into her adult years. Lori depicts with tremendous honesty and humility where gambling took her in her life, including a suicide attempt. Lori eventually reached her rock bottom and now has 2+ years of amazing Recovery. Lori describes how Gamblers Anonymous has changed her life for the better and also what being a woman in the Program has meant in her journey; as well as her advice to someone who is on day 1 trying to face their gambling problem.

We would love to hear from you. We welcome any questions and comments. Please e-mail Eric directly at: ericpaulf@sbcglobal.net

BIG THANKS to Edgardo for his dedication in producing and editing this Podcast. This would not be possible without his support!

***The Gambling Recovery Lounge is sponsored by "betttr"- an online app designed to help anyone with a desire to stop gambling. Download "betttr" from your app store and support your own journey to a better life and gambling recovery process!***

GAMBLING RECOVERY MEETING RESOURCES:

To find in person or virtual Gamblers Anonymous meetings, visit: gamblersanonymous.org

To find Gambling Recovery zoom meetings, visit: gamblersinrecovery.com

To find in person or virtual Gam-Anon Recovery Meetings, visit: gam-anon.org

]]>https://rss.com/podcasts/thegamblingrecoverylounge/198763729f1cc8a-fe67-45bc-8fe4-c90d453c904dTue, 15 Apr 2025 04:27:44 GMT<p>🎁 A gift for Lounge listeners β€” Betttr, the app to quit gambling and take back control.</p><p>The first 200 listeners get Betttr free for life. Download at betttr.net/get and enter code LOUNGE200.</p><p>πŸ‘‰ betttr.net/get Β· code LOUNGE200</p><p></p><p>Eric is joined in the Lounge by his friend and Recovery sister, Lori. They have a wonderful conversation about Lori's life journey and how gambling entered her life at an early age and would progress significantly into her adult years. Lori depicts with tremendous honesty and humility where gambling took her in her life, including a suicide attempt. Lori eventually reached her rock bottom and now has 2+ years of amazing Recovery. Lori describes how Gamblers Anonymous has changed her life for the better and also what being a woman in the Program has meant in her journey; as well as her advice to someone who is on day 1 trying to face their gambling problem.</p><p>We would love to hear from you. We welcome any questions and comments. Please e-mail Eric directly at: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:ericpaulf@sbcglobal.net" target="_blank">ericpaulf@sbcglobal.net</a></p><p>BIG THANKS to Edgardo for his dedication in producing and editing this Podcast. This would not be possible without his support!</p><p>***The Gambling Recovery Lounge is sponsored by "betttr"- an online app designed to help anyone with a desire to stop gambling. Download "betttr" from your app store and support your own journey to a better life and gambling recovery process!***</p><p>GAMBLING RECOVERY MEETING RESOURCES:</p><p>To find in person or virtual Gamblers Anonymous meetings, visit: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.gamblersanonymous.org" target="_blank">gamblersanonymous.org</a></p><p>To find Gambling Recovery zoom meetings, visit: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://gamblersinrecovery.com" target="_blank">gamblersinrecovery.com</a></p><p>To find in person or virtual Gam-Anon Recovery Meetings, visit: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://gam-anon.org" target="_blank">gam-anon.org</a></p>yes01:42:1935Experience #18full<![CDATA[Experience #12]]>🎁 A gift for Lounge listeners β€” Betttr, the app to quit gambling and take back control.

The first 200 listeners get Betttr free for life. Download at betttr.net/get and enter code LOUNGE200.

πŸ‘‰ betttr.net/get Β· code LOUNGE200

Eric welcomes Zach into the Lounge. They share a great friendship and brotherhood and in this riveting interview, Zach shares his story of life and how a gambling addiction nearly destroyed everything. He provides raw and difficult truths about how gambling took him from a pretty normal and promising future in his 20s to near ruin in all phases of his life. Ultimately, Zach found Recovery at the age of 28 and has now turned his life completely around in a span of 3 Years. Zach and Eric also revisit the story of how they met and where that took them together in the Recovery space. Enjoy this very inspiring story!

We would love to hear from you. We welcome any questions and comments. Please e-mail Eric directly at: ericpaulf@sbcglobal.net

BIG THANKS to Edgardo for his dedication in producing and editing this Podcast. This would not be possible without his support!

***The Gambling Recovery Lounge is sponsored by "betttr"- an online app designed to help anyone with a desire to stop gambling. Download "betttr" from your app store and support your own journey to a better life and gambling recovery process!***

GAMBLING RECOVERY MEETING RESOURCES:

To find in person or virtual Gamblers Anonymous meetings, visit: gamblersanonymous.org

To find Gambling Recovery zoom meetings, visit: gamblersinrecovery.com

To find in person or virtual Gam-Anon Recovery Meetings, visit: gam-anon.org

]]>https://rss.com/podcasts/thegamblingrecoverylounge/1753474f51befcf-82a5-471f-ac9b-6a07e76d7cbaThu, 14 Nov 2024 03:34:25 GMT<p>🎁 A gift for Lounge listeners β€” Betttr, the app to quit gambling and take back control.</p><p>The first 200 listeners get Betttr free for life. Download at betttr.net/get and enter code LOUNGE200.</p><p>πŸ‘‰ betttr.net/get Β· code LOUNGE200</p><p></p><p>Eric welcomes Zach into the Lounge. They share a great friendship and brotherhood and in this riveting interview, Zach shares his story of life and how a gambling addiction nearly destroyed everything. He provides raw and difficult truths about how gambling took him from a pretty normal and promising future in his 20s to near ruin in all phases of his life. Ultimately, Zach found Recovery at the age of 28 and has now turned his life completely around in a span of 3 Years. Zach and Eric also revisit the story of how they met and where that took them together in the Recovery space. Enjoy this very inspiring story!</p><p>We would love to hear from you. We welcome any questions and comments. Please e-mail Eric directly at: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:ericpaulf@sbcglobal.net" target="_blank">ericpaulf@sbcglobal.net</a></p><p>BIG THANKS to Edgardo for his dedication in producing and editing this Podcast. This would not be possible without his support!</p><p>***The Gambling Recovery Lounge is sponsored by "betttr"- an online app designed to help anyone with a desire to stop gambling. Download "betttr" from your app store and support your own journey to a better life and gambling recovery process!***</p><p>GAMBLING RECOVERY MEETING RESOURCES:</p><p>To find in person or virtual Gamblers Anonymous meetings, visit: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.gamblersanonymous.org" target="_blank">gamblersanonymous.org</a></p><p>To find Gambling Recovery zoom meetings, visit: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://gamblersinrecovery.com" target="_blank">gamblersinrecovery.com</a></p><p>To find in person or virtual Gam-Anon Recovery Meetings, visit: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://gam-anon.org" target="_blank">gam-anon.org</a></p>yes01:35:3326Experience #12full<![CDATA[Experience #007]]>🎁 A gift for Lounge listeners β€” Betttr, the app to quit gambling and take back control.

The first 200 listeners get Betttr free for life. Download at betttr.net/get and enter code LOUNGE200.

πŸ‘‰ betttr.net/get Β· code LOUNGE200

James joins the Lounge as this season's first guest. James is a great friend and brother in Recovery, and he provides a candid interview about this life and journey through his gambling addiction and recovery.

We would love to hear from you. We welcome any questions and comments. Please e-mail Eric directly at: ericpaulf@sbcglobal.net

***The Gambling Recovery Lounge is sponsored by "betttr"- an online app designed to help anyone with a desire to stop gambling. Download "betttr" from your app store and support your own journey to a better life and gambling recovery process!***

GAMBLING RECOVERY MEETING RESOURCES:

To find in person or virtual Gamblers Anonymous meetings, visit: gamblersanonymous.org

To find Gambling Recovery zoom meetings, visit: gamblersinrecovery.com

To find in person or virtual Gam-Anon Recovery Meetings, visit: gam-anon.org

]]>https://rss.com/podcasts/thegamblingrecoverylounge/153774623ba97a6-f1c4-400d-94d5-848eedb598ceMon, 24 Jun 2024 21:30:16 GMT<p>🎁 A gift for Lounge listeners β€” Betttr, the app to quit gambling and take back control.</p><p>The first 200 listeners get Betttr free for life. Download at betttr.net/get and enter code LOUNGE200.</p><p>πŸ‘‰ betttr.net/get Β· code LOUNGE200</p><p></p><p>James joins the Lounge as this season's first guest. James is a great friend and brother in Recovery, and he provides a candid interview about this life and journey through his gambling addiction and recovery.</p><p>We would love to hear from you. We welcome any questions and comments. Please e-mail Eric directly at: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:ericpaulf@sbcglobal.net" target="_blank">ericpaulf@sbcglobal.net</a></p><p>***The Gambling Recovery Lounge is sponsored by "betttr"- an online app designed to help anyone with a desire to stop gambling. Download "betttr" from your app store and support your own journey to a better life and gambling recovery process!***</p><p>GAMBLING RECOVERY MEETING RESOURCES:</p><p>To find in person or virtual Gamblers Anonymous meetings, visit: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.gamblersanonymous.org" target="_blank">gamblersanonymous.org</a></p><p>To find Gambling Recovery zoom meetings, visit: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://gamblersinrecovery.com" target="_blank">gamblersinrecovery.com</a></p><p>To find in person or virtual Gam-Anon Recovery Meetings, visit: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://gam-anon.org" target="_blank">gam-anon.org</a></p>yes01:33:5421Experience #007full<![CDATA[Experience #17]]>🎁 A gift for Lounge listeners β€” Betttr, the app to quit gambling and take back control.

The first 200 listeners get Betttr free for life. Download at betttr.net/get and enter code LOUNGE200.

πŸ‘‰ betttr.net/get Β· code LOUNGE200

Eric welcomes into the Lounge, his friend and brother in Recovery, Stephen. They have a great discussion about Stephen's journey through life, ultimately leading to a gambling addiction that impacted all aspects of his life. Stephen articulates the details of what led to his rock bottom and his contemplation of committing suicide, until a phone call to 1-800-GAMBLER changed everything. Stephen describes the 8+ years of his Recovery journey, including an honest assessment of the first several years, where he felt he wasn't working towards an ultimate path of Recovery. They further discuss what has changed in the past 2+ years, where Stephen has committed much more of himself to the Recovery process and his life has gotten significantly better as a result, along with his wonderful advice to anyone on day 1 of dealing with this addiction.

We would love to hear from you. We welcome any questions and comments. Please e-mail Eric directly at: ericpaulf@sbcglobal.net

BIG THANKS to Edgardo for his dedication in producing and editing this Podcast. This would not be possible without his support!

***The Gambling Recovery Lounge is sponsored by "betttr"- an online app designed to help anyone with a desire to stop gambling. Download "betttr" from your app store and support your own journey to a better life and gambling recovery process!***

GAMBLING RECOVERY MEETING RESOURCES:

To find in person or virtual Gamblers Anonymous meetings, visit: gamblersanonymous.org

To find Gambling Recovery zoom meetings, visit: gamblersinrecovery.com

To find in person or virtual Gam-Anon Recovery Meetings, visit: gam-anon.org

]]>https://rss.com/podcasts/thegamblingrecoverylounge/193807746fb654f-824a-4bc0-acd5-969d4f054bfcThu, 13 Mar 2025 00:22:13 GMT<p>🎁 A gift for Lounge listeners β€” Betttr, the app to quit gambling and take back control.</p><p>The first 200 listeners get Betttr free for life. Download at betttr.net/get and enter code LOUNGE200.</p><p>πŸ‘‰ betttr.net/get Β· code LOUNGE200</p><p></p><p>Eric welcomes into the Lounge, his friend and brother in Recovery, Stephen. They have a great discussion about Stephen's journey through life, ultimately leading to a gambling addiction that impacted all aspects of his life. Stephen articulates the details of what led to his rock bottom and his contemplation of committing suicide, until a phone call to 1-800-GAMBLER changed everything. Stephen describes the 8+ years of his Recovery journey, including an honest assessment of the first several years, where he felt he wasn't working towards an ultimate path of Recovery. They further discuss what has changed in the past 2+ years, where Stephen has committed much more of himself to the Recovery process and his life has gotten significantly better as a result, along with his wonderful advice to anyone on day 1 of dealing with this addiction.</p><p>We would love to hear from you. We welcome any questions and comments. Please e-mail Eric directly at: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:ericpaulf@sbcglobal.net" target="_blank">ericpaulf@sbcglobal.net</a></p><p>BIG THANKS to Edgardo for his dedication in producing and editing this Podcast. This would not be possible without his support!</p><p>***The Gambling Recovery Lounge is sponsored by "betttr"- an online app designed to help anyone with a desire to stop gambling. Download "betttr" from your app store and support your own journey to a better life and gambling recovery process!***</p><p>GAMBLING RECOVERY MEETING RESOURCES:</p><p>To find in person or virtual Gamblers Anonymous meetings, visit: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.gamblersanonymous.org" target="_blank">gamblersanonymous.org</a></p><p>To find Gambling Recovery zoom meetings, visit: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://gamblersinrecovery.com" target="_blank">gamblersinrecovery.com</a></p><p>To find in person or virtual Gam-Anon Recovery Meetings, visit: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://gam-anon.org" target="_blank">gam-anon.org</a></p>yes01:26:5234Experience #17full<![CDATA[Experience #006]]>🎁 A gift for Lounge listeners β€” Betttr, the app to quit gambling and take back control.

The first 200 listeners get Betttr free for life. Download at betttr.net/get and enter code LOUNGE200.

πŸ‘‰ betttr.net/get Β· code LOUNGE200

Our great friends Jeff and Carlos are welcomed into the Lounge. They share the journey of their relationship, how they navigated through Jeff’s gambling addiction, the impact it had on Carlos’ life, and what Recovery has done for their relationship. This episode focuses on how impactful it can be when both the addicted gambler and their loved one enter Recovery together and both work on Recovery programs to better their relationship and their own lives.

We would love to hear from you. We welcome any questions and comments. Please e-mail Eric directly at: ericpaulf@sbcglobal.net

***The Gambling Recovery Lounge is sponsored by "betttr"- an online app designed to help anyone with a desire to stop gambling. Download "betttr" from your app store and support your own journey to a better life and gambling recovery process!***

GAMBLING RECOVERY MEETING RESOURCES:

To find in person or virtual Gamblers Anonymous meetings, visit: gamblersanonymous.org

To find Gambling Recovery zoom meetings, visit: gamblersinrecovery.com

To find in person or virtual Gam-Anon Recovery Meetings, visit: gam-anon.org

]]>https://rss.com/podcasts/thegamblingrecoverylounge/14579922872eb89-f964-43d6-a319-0b8d46a784b4Mon, 29 Apr 2024 20:14:47 GMT<p>🎁 A gift for Lounge listeners β€” Betttr, the app to quit gambling and take back control.</p><p>The first 200 listeners get Betttr free for life. Download at betttr.net/get and enter code LOUNGE200.</p><p>πŸ‘‰ betttr.net/get Β· code LOUNGE200</p><p></p><p>Our great friends Jeff and Carlos are welcomed into the Lounge. They share the journey of their relationship, how they navigated through Jeff’s gambling addiction, the impact it had on Carlos’ life, and what Recovery has done for their relationship. This episode focuses on how impactful it can be when both the addicted gambler and their loved one enter Recovery together and both work on Recovery programs to better their relationship and their own lives. </p><p>We would love to hear from you. We welcome any questions and comments. Please e-mail Eric directly at: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:ericpaulf@sbcglobal.net" target="_blank">ericpaulf@sbcglobal.net</a></p><p>***The Gambling Recovery Lounge is sponsored by "betttr"- an online app designed to help anyone with a desire to stop gambling. Download "betttr" from your app store and support your own journey to a better life and gambling recovery process!***</p><p>GAMBLING RECOVERY MEETING RESOURCES:</p><p>To find in person or virtual Gamblers Anonymous meetings, visit: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.gamblersanonymous.org" target="_blank">gamblersanonymous.org</a></p><p>To find Gambling Recovery zoom meetings, visit: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://gamblersinrecovery.com" target="_blank">gamblersinrecovery.com</a></p><p>To find in person or virtual Gam-Anon Recovery Meetings, visit: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://gam-anon.org" target="_blank">gam-anon.org</a></p><p></p>yes01:12:1916Experience #006full<![CDATA[Experience #13]]>🎁 A gift for Lounge listeners β€” Betttr, the app to quit gambling and take back control.

The first 200 listeners get Betttr free for life. Download at betttr.net/get and enter code LOUNGE200.

πŸ‘‰ betttr.net/get Β· code LOUNGE200

Happy Thanksgiving! In this holiday episode, Eric gives Thanks to many different parts of his Recovery journey. He talks about the podcast overall and its future, the worst and best day of his life (his rock bottom), and how that brought him into Recovery. He discusses how Gamblers Anonymous has created the possibilities for his life transformation, and how Edgardo and other people effected by gambling addiction, who go down their own path of Recovery, has given him so much strength and hope for the present and future.

We would love to hear from you. We welcome any questions and comments. Please e-mail Eric directly at: ericpaulf@sbcglobal.net

BIG THANKS to Edgardo for his dedication in producing and editing this Podcast. This would not be possible without his support!

***The Gambling Recovery Lounge is sponsored by "betttr"- an online app designed to help anyone with a desire to stop gambling. Download "betttr" from your app store and support your own journey to a better life and gambling recovery process!***

GAMBLING RECOVERY MEETING RESOURCES:

To find in person or virtual Gamblers Anonymous meetings, visit: gamblersanonymous.org

To find Gambling Recovery zoom meetings, visit: gamblersinrecovery.com

To find in person or virtual Gam-Anon Recovery Meetings, visit: gam-anon.org

]]>https://rss.com/podcasts/thegamblingrecoverylounge/1776405c4be2dbb-f765-4656-8223-239714a612f6Thu, 28 Nov 2024 22:36:40 GMT<p>🎁 A gift for Lounge listeners β€” Betttr, the app to quit gambling and take back control.</p><p>The first 200 listeners get Betttr free for life. Download at betttr.net/get and enter code LOUNGE200.</p><p>πŸ‘‰ betttr.net/get Β· code LOUNGE200</p><p></p><p>Happy Thanksgiving! In this holiday episode, Eric gives Thanks to many different parts of his Recovery journey. He talks about the podcast overall and its future, the worst and best day of his life (his rock bottom), and how that brought him into Recovery. He discusses how Gamblers Anonymous has created the possibilities for his life transformation, and how Edgardo and other people effected by gambling addiction, who go down their own path of Recovery, has given him so much strength and hope for the present and future.</p><p>We would love to hear from you. We welcome any questions and comments. Please e-mail Eric directly at: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:ericpaulf@sbcglobal.net" target="_blank">ericpaulf@sbcglobal.net</a></p><p>BIG THANKS to Edgardo for his dedication in producing and editing this Podcast. This would not be possible without his support!</p><p>***The Gambling Recovery Lounge is sponsored by "betttr"- an online app designed to help anyone with a desire to stop gambling. Download "betttr" from your app store and support your own journey to a better life and gambling recovery process!***</p><p>GAMBLING RECOVERY MEETING RESOURCES:</p><p>To find in person or virtual Gamblers Anonymous meetings, visit: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.gamblersanonymous.org" target="_blank">gamblersanonymous.org</a></p><p>To find Gambling Recovery zoom meetings, visit: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://gamblersinrecovery.com" target="_blank">gamblersinrecovery.com</a></p><p>To find in person or virtual Gam-Anon Recovery Meetings, visit: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://gam-anon.org" target="_blank">gam-anon.org</a></p>no00:41:4927Experience #13full<![CDATA[Experience #004]]>🎁 A gift for Lounge listeners β€” Betttr, the app to quit gambling and take back control.

The first 200 listeners get Betttr free for life. Download at betttr.net/get and enter code LOUNGE200.

πŸ‘‰ betttr.net/get Β· code LOUNGE200

We welcome our amazing friend and sister, Julia into the Lounge. This is an extraordinary story of how a life can be completely transformed by diving into the Recovery process. Julia leaves us all with a lasting impression, as she takes us on her journey through Recovery. An incredible interview on so many levels.

We would love to hear from you. We welcome any questions and comments. Please e-mail Eric directly at: ericpaulf@sbcglobal.net

***The Gambling Recovery Lounge is sponsored by "betttr"- an online app designed to help anyone with a desire to stop gambling. Download "betttr" from your app store and support your own journey to a better life and gambling recovery process!***

GAMBLING RECOVERY MEETING RESOURCES:

To find in person or virtual Gamblers Anonymous meetings, visit: gamblersanonymous.org

To find Gambling Recovery zoom meetings, visit: gamblersinrecovery.com

To find in person or virtual Gam-Anon Recovery Meetings, visit: gam-anon.org

]]>https://rss.com/podcasts/thegamblingrecoverylounge/1436851aa4368f0-5c37-4353-b9ae-962d76bb8265Mon, 15 Apr 2024 00:10:10 GMT<p>🎁 A gift for Lounge listeners β€” Betttr, the app to quit gambling and take back control.</p><p>The first 200 listeners get Betttr free for life. Download at betttr.net/get and enter code LOUNGE200.</p><p>πŸ‘‰ betttr.net/get Β· code LOUNGE200</p><p></p><p>We welcome our amazing friend and sister, Julia into the Lounge. This is an extraordinary story of how a life can be completely transformed by diving into the Recovery process. Julia leaves us all with a lasting impression, as she takes us on her journey through Recovery. An incredible interview on so many levels.</p><p>We would love to hear from you. We welcome any questions and comments. Please e-mail Eric directly at: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:ericpaulf@sbcglobal.net" target="_blank">ericpaulf@sbcglobal.net</a></p><p>***The Gambling Recovery Lounge is sponsored by "betttr"- an online app designed to help anyone with a desire to stop gambling. Download "betttr" from your app store and support your own journey to a better life and gambling recovery process!***</p><p>GAMBLING RECOVERY MEETING RESOURCES:</p><p>To find in person or virtual Gamblers Anonymous meetings, visit: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.gamblersanonymous.org" target="_blank">gamblersanonymous.org</a></p><p>To find Gambling Recovery zoom meetings, visit: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://gamblersinrecovery.com" target="_blank">gamblersinrecovery.com</a></p><p>To find in person or virtual Gam-Anon Recovery Meetings, visit: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://gam-anon.org" target="_blank">gam-anon.org</a></p>yes01:26:5714Experience #004full<![CDATA[Experience #19]]>🎁 A gift for Lounge listeners β€” Betttr, the app to quit gambling and take back control.

The first 200 listeners get Betttr free for life. Download at betttr.net/get and enter code LOUNGE200.

πŸ‘‰ betttr.net/get Β· code LOUNGE200

We're BACK! Season 4 debuts in Pride month, with Eric welcoming Thomas into the Lounge! What an amazing journey Thomas has taken from California to Nevada. They discuss Thomas' childhood; what it was like growing up in a family devoid of open communication, with a father, who had a gambling problem, and Thomas not being able to express his truth as a young man who was identifying differently. He shares the story of moving to the gambling heart of the country and what then escalated into a gambling addiction that nearly destroyed everything in his life in a short span of a few years. Thomas shares his story of Recovery and how much his life is now transformed because of his experience and commitment to being the best version of himself.

We would love to hear from you. We welcome any questions and comments. Please e-mail Eric directly at: ericpaulf@sbcglobal.net

BIG THANKS to Edgardo for his dedication in producing and editing this Podcast. This would not be possible without his support!

***The Gambling Recovery Lounge is sponsored by "betttr"- an online app designed to help anyone with a desire to stop gambling. Download "betttr" from your app store and support your own journey to a better life and gambling recovery process!***

GAMBLING RECOVERY MEETING RESOURCES:

To find in person or virtual Gamblers Anonymous meetings, visit: gamblersanonymous.org

To find Gambling Recovery zoom meetings, visit: gamblersinrecovery.com

To find in person or virtual Gam-Anon Recovery Meetings, visit: gam-anon.org

]]>https://rss.com/podcasts/thegamblingrecoverylounge/208638450148585-3e6d-4df3-8d68-da962980577fTue, 24 Jun 2025 01:30:32 GMT<p>🎁 A gift for Lounge listeners β€” Betttr, the app to quit gambling and take back control.</p><p>The first 200 listeners get Betttr free for life. Download at betttr.net/get and enter code LOUNGE200.</p><p>πŸ‘‰ betttr.net/get Β· code LOUNGE200</p><p></p><p>We're BACK! Season 4 debuts in Pride month, with Eric welcoming Thomas into the Lounge! What an amazing journey Thomas has taken from California to Nevada. They discuss Thomas' childhood; what it was like growing up in a family devoid of open communication, with a father, who had a gambling problem, and Thomas not being able to express his truth as a young man who was identifying differently. He shares the story of moving to the gambling heart of the country and what then escalated into a gambling addiction that nearly destroyed everything in his life in a short span of a few years. Thomas shares his story of Recovery and how much his life is now transformed because of his experience and commitment to being the best version of himself.</p><p>We would love to hear from you. We welcome any questions and comments. Please e-mail Eric directly at: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:ericpaulf@sbcglobal.net" target="_blank">ericpaulf@sbcglobal.net</a></p><p>BIG THANKS to Edgardo for his dedication in producing and editing this Podcast. This would not be possible without his support!</p><p>***The Gambling Recovery Lounge is sponsored by "betttr"- an online app designed to help anyone with a desire to stop gambling. Download "betttr" from your app store and support your own journey to a better life and gambling recovery process!***</p><p>GAMBLING RECOVERY MEETING RESOURCES:</p><p>To find in person or virtual Gamblers Anonymous meetings, visit: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.gamblersanonymous.org" target="_blank">gamblersanonymous.org</a></p><p>To find Gambling Recovery zoom meetings, visit: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://gamblersinrecovery.com" target="_blank">gamblersinrecovery.com</a></p><p>To find in person or virtual Gam-Anon Recovery Meetings, visit: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://gam-anon.org" target="_blank">gam-anon.org</a></p><p></p>yes01:28:2641Experience #19full<![CDATA[Experience #005]]>🎁 A gift for Lounge listeners β€” Betttr, the app to quit gambling and take back control.

The first 200 listeners get Betttr free for life. Download at betttr.net/get and enter code LOUNGE200.

πŸ‘‰ betttr.net/get Β· code LOUNGE200

We welcome our friend and brother, Neil into the Lounge. After 7.5 years in recovery, Neil relapsed. He reminds us how we are never safe from the throws of this addiction, explains how he got the nickname "fingers", and how he is working his recovery different this time around.

We would love to hear from you. We welcome any questions and comments. Please e-mail Eric directly at: ericpaulf@sbcglobal.net

***The Gambling Recovery Lounge is sponsored by "betttr"- an online app designed to help anyone with a desire to stop gambling. Download "betttr" from your app store and support your own journey to a better life and gambling recovery process!***

GAMBLING RECOVERY MEETING RESOURCES:

To find in person or virtual Gamblers Anonymous meetings, visit: gamblersanonymous.org

To find Gambling Recovery zoom meetings, visit: gamblersinrecovery.com

To find in person or virtual Gam-Anon Recovery Meetings, visit: gam-anon.org

]]>https://rss.com/podcasts/thegamblingrecoverylounge/1446823f93982bb-f33a-4d71-b0a2-f97954ec70c6Mon, 22 Apr 2024 04:01:48 GMT<p>🎁 A gift for Lounge listeners β€” Betttr, the app to quit gambling and take back control.</p><p>The first 200 listeners get Betttr free for life. Download at betttr.net/get and enter code LOUNGE200.</p><p>πŸ‘‰ betttr.net/get Β· code LOUNGE200</p><p></p><p>We welcome our friend and brother, Neil into the Lounge. After 7.5 years in recovery, Neil relapsed. He reminds us how we are never safe from the throws of this addiction, explains how he got the nickname "fingers", and how he is working his recovery different this time around.</p><p>We would love to hear from you. We welcome any questions and comments. Please e-mail Eric directly at: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:ericpaulf@sbcglobal.net" target="_blank">ericpaulf@sbcglobal.net</a></p><p>***The Gambling Recovery Lounge is sponsored by "betttr"- an online app designed to help anyone with a desire to stop gambling. Download "betttr" from your app store and support your own journey to a better life and gambling recovery process!***</p><p>GAMBLING RECOVERY MEETING RESOURCES:</p><p>To find in person or virtual Gamblers Anonymous meetings, visit: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.gamblersanonymous.org" target="_blank">gamblersanonymous.org</a></p><p>To find Gambling Recovery zoom meetings, visit: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://gamblersinrecovery.com" target="_blank">gamblersinrecovery.com</a></p><p>To find in person or virtual Gam-Anon Recovery Meetings, visit: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://gam-anon.org" target="_blank">gam-anon.org</a></p>yes01:09:1315Experience #005full<![CDATA[Experience #003]]>🎁 A gift for Lounge listeners β€” Betttr, the app to quit gambling and take back control.

The first 200 listeners get Betttr free for life. Download at betttr.net/get and enter code LOUNGE200.

πŸ‘‰ betttr.net/get Β· code LOUNGE200

Eric and Alyssa speak with Sebastian, Alyssa's husband and gambling partner. After gambling together, they joined recovery together. This episode will touch on some of the ups and downs of being a "hybrid" couple.

We would love to hear from you. We welcome any questions and comments. Please e-mail Eric directly at: ericpaulf@sbcglobal.net

***The Gambling Recovery Lounge is sponsored by "betttr"- an online app designed to help anyone with a desire to stop gambling. Download "betttr" from your app store and support your own journey to a better life and gambling recovery process!***

GAMBLING RECOVERY MEETING RESOURCES:

To find in person or virtual Gamblers Anonymous meetings, visit: gamblersanonymous.org

To find Gambling Recovery zoom meetings, visit: gamblersinrecovery.com

To find in person or virtual Gam-Anon Recovery Meetings, visit: gam-anon.org

]]>https://rss.com/podcasts/thegamblingrecoverylounge/1428349391628ef-ef84-4832-a041-a46c2702f040Mon, 08 Apr 2024 18:26:34 GMT<p>🎁 A gift for Lounge listeners β€” Betttr, the app to quit gambling and take back control.</p><p>The first 200 listeners get Betttr free for life. Download at betttr.net/get and enter code LOUNGE200.</p><p>πŸ‘‰ betttr.net/get Β· code LOUNGE200</p><p></p><p>Eric and Alyssa speak with Sebastian, Alyssa's husband and gambling partner. After gambling together, they joined recovery together. This episode will touch on some of the ups and downs of being a "hybrid" couple.</p><p>We would love to hear from you. We welcome any questions and comments. Please e-mail Eric directly at: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:ericpaulf@sbcglobal.net" target="_blank">ericpaulf@sbcglobal.net</a></p><p>***The Gambling Recovery Lounge is sponsored by "betttr"- an online app designed to help anyone with a desire to stop gambling. Download "betttr" from your app store and support your own journey to a better life and gambling recovery process!***</p><p>GAMBLING RECOVERY MEETING RESOURCES:</p><p>To find in person or virtual Gamblers Anonymous meetings, visit: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.gamblersanonymous.org" target="_blank">gamblersanonymous.org</a></p><p>To find Gambling Recovery zoom meetings, visit: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://gamblersinrecovery.com" target="_blank">gamblersinrecovery.com</a></p><p>To find in person or virtual Gam-Anon Recovery Meetings, visit: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://gam-anon.org" target="_blank">gam-anon.org</a></p>no00:46:0513Experience #003full<![CDATA[Experience #001]]>🎁 A gift for Lounge listeners β€” Betttr, the app to quit gambling and take back control.

The first 200 listeners get Betttr free for life. Download at betttr.net/get and enter code LOUNGE200.

πŸ‘‰ betttr.net/get Β· code LOUNGE200

We launch this critically important Podcast about gambling addiction and Recovery from it. In the initial episode, Eric and Alyssa share their personal stories of their own gambling addiction and Recovery journeys.

We would love to hear from you. We welcome any questions and comments. Please e-mail Eric directly at: ericpaulf@sbcglobal.net

***The Gambling Recovery Lounge is sponsored by "betttr"- an online app designed to help anyone with a desire to stop gambling. Download "betttr" from your app store and support your own journey to a better life and gambling recovery process!***

GAMBLING RECOVERY MEETING RESOURCES:

To find in person or virtual Gamblers Anonymous meetings, visit: gamblersanonymous.org

To find Gambling Recovery zoom meetings, visit: gamblersinrecovery.com

To find in person or virtual Gam-Anon Recovery Meetings, visit: gam-anon.org

]]>https://rss.com/podcasts/thegamblingrecoverylounge/1407733966f2190-be80-49db-a158-4f27554be228Tue, 26 Mar 2024 05:24:46 GMT<p>🎁 A gift for Lounge listeners β€” Betttr, the app to quit gambling and take back control.</p><p>The first 200 listeners get Betttr free for life. Download at betttr.net/get and enter code LOUNGE200.</p><p>πŸ‘‰ betttr.net/get Β· code LOUNGE200</p><p></p><p>We launch this critically important Podcast about gambling addiction and Recovery from it. In the initial episode, Eric and Alyssa share their personal stories of their own gambling addiction and Recovery journeys.</p><p>We would love to hear from you. We welcome any questions and comments. Please e-mail Eric directly at: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:ericpaulf@sbcglobal.net" target="_blank">ericpaulf@sbcglobal.net</a></p><p>***The Gambling Recovery Lounge is sponsored by "betttr"- an online app designed to help anyone with a desire to stop gambling. Download "betttr" from your app store and support your own journey to a better life and gambling recovery process!***</p><p>GAMBLING RECOVERY MEETING RESOURCES:</p><p>To find in person or virtual Gamblers Anonymous meetings, visit: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.gamblersanonymous.org" target="_blank">gamblersanonymous.org</a></p><p>To find Gambling Recovery zoom meetings, visit: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://gamblersinrecovery.com" target="_blank">gamblersinrecovery.com</a></p><p>To find in person or virtual Gam-Anon Recovery Meetings, visit: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://gam-anon.org" target="_blank">gam-anon.org</a></p>no01:01:4711Experience #001full<![CDATA[Experience #11]]>🎁 A gift for Lounge listeners β€” Betttr, the app to quit gambling and take back control.

The first 200 listeners get Betttr free for life. Download at betttr.net/get and enter code LOUNGE200.

πŸ‘‰ betttr.net/get Β· code LOUNGE200

Eric is joined in the Lounge by his friend and brother in recovery, Guy. They talk about Guy's life story, leading to a gambling addiction journey that resulted in a significant rock bottom experience that frightened even Guy himself. All of it has resulted in what is now a 15+ year inspirational journey in a 12-step recovery program that Guy credits for having saved and enriched his life to massive proportions. Eric also talks about what Guy has meant to his own recovery process, including a story about a Fellowship event at the LA Zoo in the first few months of his recovery journey.

We would love to hear from you. We welcome any questions and comments. Please e-mail Eric directly at: ericpaulf@sbcglobal.net

BIG THANKS to Edgardo for his dedication in producing and editing this Podcast. This would not be possible without his support!

***The Gambling Recovery Lounge is sponsored by "betttr"- an online app designed to help anyone with a desire to stop gambling. Download "betttr" from your app store and support your own journey to a better life and gambling recovery process!***

GAMBLING RECOVERY MEETING RESOURCES:

To find in person or virtual Gamblers Anonymous meetings, visit: gamblersanonymous.org

To find Gambling Recovery zoom meetings, visit: gamblersinrecovery.com

To find in person or virtual Gam-Anon Recovery Meetings, visit: gam-anon.org

]]>https://rss.com/podcasts/thegamblingrecoverylounge/17017220bde0e48-f04e-43b7-bcc1-3f3b29caf26eSun, 13 Oct 2024 22:06:22 GMT<p>🎁 A gift for Lounge listeners β€” Betttr, the app to quit gambling and take back control.</p><p>The first 200 listeners get Betttr free for life. Download at betttr.net/get and enter code LOUNGE200.</p><p>πŸ‘‰ betttr.net/get Β· code LOUNGE200</p><p></p><p>Eric is joined in the Lounge by his friend and brother in recovery, Guy. They talk about Guy's life story, leading to a gambling addiction journey that resulted in a significant rock bottom experience that frightened even Guy himself. All of it has resulted in what is now a 15+ year inspirational journey in a 12-step recovery program that Guy credits for having saved and enriched his life to massive proportions. Eric also talks about what Guy has meant to his own recovery process, including a story about a Fellowship event at the LA Zoo in the first few months of his recovery journey.</p><p>We would love to hear from you. We welcome any questions and comments. Please e-mail Eric directly at: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:ericpaulf@sbcglobal.net" target="_blank">ericpaulf@sbcglobal.net</a></p><p>BIG THANKS to Edgardo for his dedication in producing and editing this Podcast. This would not be possible without his support!</p><p>***The Gambling Recovery Lounge is sponsored by "betttr"- an online app designed to help anyone with a desire to stop gambling. Download "betttr" from your app store and support your own journey to a better life and gambling recovery process!***</p><p>GAMBLING RECOVERY MEETING RESOURCES:</p><p>To find in person or virtual Gamblers Anonymous meetings, visit: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.gamblersanonymous.org" target="_blank">gamblersanonymous.org</a></p><p>To find Gambling Recovery zoom meetings, visit: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://gamblersinrecovery.com" target="_blank">gamblersinrecovery.com</a></p><p>To find in person or virtual Gam-Anon Recovery Meetings, visit: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://gam-anon.org" target="_blank">gam-anon.org</a></p>no01:33:3525Experience #11full<![CDATA[Experience #15]]>🎁 A gift for Lounge listeners β€” Betttr, the app to quit gambling and take back control.

The first 200 listeners get Betttr free for life. Download at betttr.net/get and enter code LOUNGE200.

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Eric is joined in the co-host seat by Edgardo, as they welcome Gina into the Lounge. This is an extraordinary story of someone who suffered for years, as the spouse of a problem gambler. Gina describes the history of meeting and marrying her husband, and after years of him demonstrating problematic signs of being a compulsive gambler, things came crashing down. Gina brings forth incredible amounts of vulnerability and truth that is so brave and serves a cautionary tale for how gambling can destroy the lives of the compulsive gambler and the loved ones in their life. There is a beautiful silver lining in all of it, as Gina describes how hitting her own rock bottom led her into Recovery for herself, via the 12-step Gam-anon Program and how her life has now been completed transformed for the better.

We would love to hear from you. We welcome any questions and comments. Please e-mail Eric directly at: ericpaulf@sbcglobal.net

BIG THANKS to Edgardo for his dedication in producing and editing this Podcast. This would not be possible without his support!

***The Gambling Recovery Lounge is sponsored by "betttr"- an online app designed to help anyone with a desire to stop gambling. Download "betttr" from your app store and support your own journey to a better life and gambling recovery process!***

GAMBLING RECOVERY MEETING RESOURCES:

To find in person or virtual Gamblers Anonymous meetings, visit: gamblersanonymous.org

To find Gambling Recovery zoom meetings, visit: gamblersinrecovery.com

To find in person or virtual Gam-Anon Recovery Meetings, visit: gam-anon.org

]]>https://rss.com/podcasts/thegamblingrecoverylounge/1862827e490ef34-54be-4e09-89b8-36af0300a422Fri, 24 Jan 2025 05:40:35 GMT<p>🎁 A gift for Lounge listeners β€” Betttr, the app to quit gambling and take back control.</p><p>The first 200 listeners get Betttr free for life. Download at betttr.net/get and enter code LOUNGE200.</p><p>πŸ‘‰ betttr.net/get Β· code LOUNGE200</p><p></p><p>Eric is joined in the co-host seat by Edgardo, as they welcome Gina into the Lounge. This is an extraordinary story of someone who suffered for years, as the spouse of a problem gambler. Gina describes the history of meeting and marrying her husband, and after years of him demonstrating problematic signs of being a compulsive gambler, things came crashing down. Gina brings forth incredible amounts of vulnerability and truth that is so brave and serves a cautionary tale for how gambling can destroy the lives of the compulsive gambler and the loved ones in their life. There is a beautiful silver lining in all of it, as Gina describes how hitting her own rock bottom led her into Recovery for herself, via the 12-step Gam-anon Program and how her life has now been completed transformed for the better.</p><p>We would love to hear from you. We welcome any questions and comments. Please e-mail Eric directly at: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:ericpaulf@sbcglobal.net" target="_blank">ericpaulf@sbcglobal.net</a></p><p>BIG THANKS to Edgardo for his dedication in producing and editing this Podcast. This would not be possible without his support!</p><p>***The Gambling Recovery Lounge is sponsored by "betttr"- an online app designed to help anyone with a desire to stop gambling. Download "betttr" from your app store and support your own journey to a better life and gambling recovery process!***</p><p>GAMBLING RECOVERY MEETING RESOURCES:</p><p>To find in person or virtual Gamblers Anonymous meetings, visit: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.gamblersanonymous.org" target="_blank">gamblersanonymous.org</a></p><p>To find Gambling Recovery zoom meetings, visit: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://gamblersinrecovery.com" target="_blank">gamblersinrecovery.com</a></p><p>To find in person or virtual Gam-Anon Recovery Meetings, visit: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://gam-anon.org" target="_blank">gam-anon.org</a></p><p></p><p></p>no01:33:1032Experience #15full<![CDATA[Experience #16]]>🎁 A gift for Lounge listeners β€” Betttr, the app to quit gambling and take back control.

The first 200 listeners get Betttr free for life. Download at betttr.net/get and enter code LOUNGE200.

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Eric is joined in the co-host seat by Edgardo. This is a groundbreaking episode of the podcast, where we discuss gambling addiction and recovery with Kurt, a 21 year-old in Recovery, and his supportive parents, Kim and Mark. Kurt represents the fastest growing segment of our society being immersed into gambling activity and addiction that results from it. Kurt talks openly about how gambling consumed him from a very early age, his cross addiction, and when gambling ultimately landed him in jail. Kurt shares how he turned his life around in Recovery, with in-patient treatment, combined with getting seriously involved with Gamblers Anonymous. Kurt is a wonderful example of what is possible, at any age, when Recovery is the priority in one's life when afflicted by gambling addiction.

Kim and Mark share their journey as parents of a compulsive gambler and the pain associated with witnessing their son deteriorate due to his addiction. They describe how they had to make the most difficult choices to maximize the possibilities of success for Kurt, as his life was on the line. They are passionate advocates, helping so many other parents in a similar situation.

This episode is one of a very sensitive nature and depicts what is happening in society on a grand scale. The gambling addiction public health crisis that we are in is represented in this very powerful human experience.

We would love to hear from you. We welcome any questions and comments. Please e-mail Eric directly at: ericpaulf@sbcglobal.net

BIG THANKS to Edgardo for his dedication in producing and editing this Podcast. This would not be possible without his support!

***The Gambling Recovery Lounge is sponsored by "betttr"- an online app designed to help anyone with a desire to stop gambling. Download "betttr" from your app store and support your own journey to a better life and gambling recovery process!***

GAMBLING RECOVERY MEETING RESOURCES:

To find in person or virtual Gamblers Anonymous meetings, visit: gamblersanonymous.org

To find Gambling Recovery zoom meetings, visit: gamblersinrecovery.com

To find in person or virtual Gam-Anon Recovery Meetings, visit: gam-anon.org

]]>https://rss.com/podcasts/thegamblingrecoverylounge/1923370dd77991e-bd3d-46b0-ab96-b2b7a06b65b6Mon, 03 Mar 2025 06:58:49 GMT<p>🎁 A gift for Lounge listeners β€” Betttr, the app to quit gambling and take back control.</p><p>The first 200 listeners get Betttr free for life. Download at betttr.net/get and enter code LOUNGE200.</p><p>πŸ‘‰ betttr.net/get Β· code LOUNGE200</p><p></p><p>Eric is joined in the co-host seat by Edgardo. This is a groundbreaking episode of the podcast, where we discuss gambling addiction and recovery with Kurt, a 21 year-old in Recovery, and his supportive parents, Kim and Mark. Kurt represents the fastest growing segment of our society being immersed into gambling activity and addiction that results from it. Kurt talks openly about how gambling consumed him from a very early age, his cross addiction, and when gambling ultimately landed him in jail. Kurt shares how he turned his life around in Recovery, with in-patient treatment, combined with getting seriously involved with Gamblers Anonymous. Kurt is a wonderful example of what is possible, at any age, when Recovery is the priority in one's life when afflicted by gambling addiction.</p><p>Kim and Mark share their journey as parents of a compulsive gambler and the pain associated with witnessing their son deteriorate due to his addiction. They describe how they had to make the most difficult choices to maximize the possibilities of success for Kurt, as his life was on the line. They are passionate advocates, helping so many other parents in a similar situation.</p><p>This episode is one of a very sensitive nature and depicts what is happening in society on a grand scale. The gambling addiction public health crisis that we are in is represented in this very powerful human experience.</p><p>We would love to hear from you. We welcome any questions and comments. Please e-mail Eric directly at: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:ericpaulf@sbcglobal.net" target="_blank">ericpaulf@sbcglobal.net</a></p><p>BIG THANKS to Edgardo for his dedication in producing and editing this Podcast. This would not be possible without his support!</p><p>***The Gambling Recovery Lounge is sponsored by "betttr"- an online app designed to help anyone with a desire to stop gambling. Download "betttr" from your app store and support your own journey to a better life and gambling recovery process!***</p><p>GAMBLING RECOVERY MEETING RESOURCES:</p><p>To find in person or virtual Gamblers Anonymous meetings, visit: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.gamblersanonymous.org" target="_blank">gamblersanonymous.org</a></p><p>To find Gambling Recovery zoom meetings, visit: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://gamblersinrecovery.com" target="_blank">gamblersinrecovery.com</a></p><p>To find in person or virtual Gam-Anon Recovery Meetings, visit: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://gam-anon.org" target="_blank">gam-anon.org</a></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p>yes01:33:4733Experience #16full<![CDATA[Experience #21]]>🎁 A gift for Lounge listeners β€” Betttr, the app to quit gambling and take back control.

The first 200 listeners get Betttr free for life. Download at betttr.net/get and enter code LOUNGE200.

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In Experience #21, Jason joins Eric in the Lounge. This is an intimate discussion between brothers and best friends, from Maine to California. Jason shares his deeply personal story of Gambling addiction, from early childhood with his dad and brother, into a dark isolation into adulthood. Jason was a sports gambler for over 20 years, and everything was crashing down around him, including his relationship with the most important person in his life, his wife. He describes his journey of addiction in pain staking detail, including how he and his younger brother were torn apart by suffering from their own gambling addictions until his brother's tragic death nearly a decade ago. Jason is the epitome example of the compulsive gambler, who has made horrific mistakes along his journey, and has come through it all with extraordinary bravery and most importantly, is helping thousands of people in his journey of Recovery, Jason and Eric reminisce on how they met in the rooms of Gamblers Anonymous on Eric's day 1 and Jason early in his journey, and they tell the ongoing tale of two guys who were nearly killed by their gambling addictions, now totally thriving in Recovery, committing their lives to bettering themselves and countless others whom they love. This is a story of redemption from near catastrophe to endless amounts of Hope and Happiness.

We would love to hear from you. We welcome any questions and comments. Please e-mail Eric directly at: ericpaulf@sbcglobal.net

BIG THANKS to Edgardo for his dedication in producing and editing this Podcast. This would not be possible without his support!

***The Gambling Recovery Lounge is sponsored by "betttr"- an online app designed to help anyone with a desire to stop gambling. Download "betttr" from your app store and support your own journey to a better life and gambling recovery process!***

GAMBLING RECOVERY MEETING RESOURCES:

To find in person or virtual Gamblers Anonymous meetings, visit: gamblersanonymous.org

To find Gambling Recovery zoom meetings, visit: gamblersinrecovery.com

To find in person or virtual Gam-Anon Recovery Meetings, visit: gam-anon.org

]]>https://rss.com/podcasts/thegamblingrecoverylounge/2300591ccd2ca0a-6e4e-4789-b8c7-5f67b1edf377Fri, 31 Oct 2025 02:02:31 GMT<p>🎁 A gift for Lounge listeners β€” Betttr, the app to quit gambling and take back control.</p><p>The first 200 listeners get Betttr free for life. Download at betttr.net/get and enter code LOUNGE200.</p><p>πŸ‘‰ betttr.net/get Β· code LOUNGE200</p><p></p><p>In Experience #21, Jason joins Eric in the Lounge. This is an intimate discussion between brothers and best friends, from Maine to California. Jason shares his deeply personal story of Gambling addiction, from early childhood with his dad and brother, into a dark isolation into adulthood. Jason was a sports gambler for over 20 years, and everything was crashing down around him, including his relationship with the most important person in his life, his wife. He describes his journey of addiction in pain staking detail, including how he and his younger brother were torn apart by suffering from their own gambling addictions until his brother's tragic death nearly a decade ago. Jason is the epitome example of the compulsive gambler, who has made horrific mistakes along his journey, and has come through it all with extraordinary bravery and most importantly, is helping thousands of people in his journey of Recovery, Jason and Eric reminisce on how they met in the rooms of Gamblers Anonymous on Eric's day 1 and Jason early in his journey, and they tell the ongoing tale of two guys who were nearly killed by their gambling addictions, now totally thriving in Recovery, committing their lives to bettering themselves and countless others whom they love. This is a story of redemption from near catastrophe to endless amounts of Hope and Happiness.</p><p>We would love to hear from you. We welcome any questions and comments. Please e-mail Eric directly at: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:ericpaulf@sbcglobal.net" target="_blank">ericpaulf@sbcglobal.net</a></p><p>BIG THANKS to Edgardo for his dedication in producing and editing this Podcast. This would not be possible without his support!</p><p>***The Gambling Recovery Lounge is sponsored by "betttr"- an online app designed to help anyone with a desire to stop gambling. Download "betttr" from your app store and support your own journey to a better life and gambling recovery process!***</p><p>GAMBLING RECOVERY MEETING RESOURCES:</p><p>To find in person or virtual Gamblers Anonymous meetings, visit: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.gamblersanonymous.org" target="_blank">gamblersanonymous.org</a></p><p>To find Gambling Recovery zoom meetings, visit: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://gamblersinrecovery.com" target="_blank">gamblersinrecovery.com</a></p><p>To find in person or virtual Gam-Anon Recovery Meetings, visit: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://gam-anon.org" target="_blank">gam-anon.org</a></p><p></p>yes01:50:2443Experience #21full