The Problem Gambling Podcast

Barry & Tony discuss suggestions for actions which the gambling industry could take, in order to create a 'safer' gambling environment.Co-hosted by addiction counsellors Barry Grant and Tony O'Reilly,...

25 Nov 20201h 10min

Interview with former Betting Shop Manager, Pat Kennedy. We discuss the changes in retail betting, since the late 1980s, as well as the impact of online gambling and the industry's dependency on peop...

18 Nov 20201h 7min

Interview with Minal Jain, a co-founder of the RecoverMe App, which has been designed to help people in recovery from gambling problems, using CBT and Mindfulness approaches. For a free trial, go to...

11 Nov 20201h 1min

Interview with stand-up comedian, author and creator of 'Rory's Stories', Rory O'Connor. Rory discusses his lived experience of a gambling problem, mental health issues, education, social media and t...

4 Nov 20201h 7min

Interview with Jamie Smyth, from Northern Ireland, discussing his lived experience of recovery from gambling addiction. Jamie is a very vocal advocate for recovery and you can follow him on Twitter a...

28 Okt 20201h 1min

Interview with Finnish Expert by Experience, Jenna Mäkelä, discussing her own lived experience of gambling addiction and recovery, as well as her work with Sosped.Presented by Tony O'Reilly and Barry ...

21 Okt 202057min

Interview with intercounty Gaelic Footballer, Niall McNamee, discussing his recovery from gambling addiction. Niall is also a Director of sports apparel company, Twelves. The podcast is presented by...

14 Okt 202049min

Interview with journalist and author, Declan Lynch. Discussing his work with Tony O'Reilly, on their book, 'Tony 10', as well as Declan's book, 'Free Money' and his thoughts on the need for gambling ...

7 Okt 20201h 1min