Bobbie Malatesta
Bobbie Malatesta
Get Your Life Back From Gambling (Ft. Matt Smith)
Get Your Life Back From Gambling (Ft. Matt Smith)
Get Your Life Back From Gambling (Ft. Matt Smith)
Friday 16th December 2022
Matt Smith discusses overcoming gambling addiction and helping others through Betknowmore on the '3-21 NoKiddin' Podcast'.
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Get the buttons here!Matt Smith's Road to Recovery: Helping Others Overcome Gambling Addiction
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What does it take to turn your life around after battling a gambling addiction? In this episode of the '3-21 NoKiddin' Gambling Addiction Recovery Podcast', Bobbie Malatesta sits down with Matt Smith, Head of External Affairs at Betknowmore, a UK charity dedicated to helping people reclaim their lives from gambling. Matt shares his personal story of addiction and recovery, shedding light on the transformative power of lived experiences and peer support.
Founded by Frankie Graham, who struggled with gambling for nearly two decades before his recovery in 2006, Betknowmore is driven by the belief that more needs to be done to support those affected by gambling dependency. Matt delves into the various services Betknowmore offers, including peer support and intensive training programs for those looking to help others on their recovery journey.
The episode also explores the impact of gambling addiction on families and loved ones, and the different methods available for achieving recovery and abstinence. With heartfelt stories and practical advice, this episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking support or looking to understand more about the journey to recovery from gambling addiction.