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Sam - Founder of the EVIVE App
Sam - Founder of the EVIVE App
Sam - Founder of the EVIVE App
Tuesday 11th February 2025
Sam Demello shares his journey from gambling addiction to creating the Evive app, offering support and hope for those struggling with gambling-related harm.
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61 minutes
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Sobriety Toolkit
Financial Health in Recovery
Family Recovery from Addiction
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
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Get the buttons here!Sam Demello's Journey: From Gambling Addiction to Creating the Evive App
Episode Overview
- Sam shares his personal journey with gambling addiction.
- The creation and purpose of the Evive app.
- Features of Evive that support prevention, education, and community.
- The importance of early intervention in gambling addiction.
- How technology can aid in recovery.
By the time I recognized that I needed to be in recovery and I needed to stop gambling, I had done so much damage over so many years
Sam Demello, the founder of the Evive app, joins Christina on The Broke Girl Society podcast to share his compelling journey with gambling addiction. Sam opens up about how he started gambling at a young age and how it escalated into a major problem that affected every aspect of his life.
He discusses the pivotal moment that led him to seek help and how this journey inspired him to create Evive, an app designed to support individuals dealing with gambling-related harm. The app features tools for prevention, education, and community support, aiming to help users understand and manage their gambling habits. Sam's story is both a cautionary tale and a beacon of hope for anyone struggling with gambling addiction.
His candid discussion about the ups and downs of his recovery journey, combined with his professional background in technology, makes for an engaging and informative episode. You'll find out how the Evive app can be a valuable resource for those at any stage of their relationship with gambling. Whether you're looking to quit or just want to gamble more responsibly, Sam's insights and the features of Evive offer practical support.
Tune in to hear Sam's inspiring story and learn how technology can play a crucial role in addiction recovery.