//podcastplus.net/feed/podcast~c5302a3dc4851440769580a8879fbf3abcb40a977cfe119c4e3b9c5b54272edb Betknowmore UK is a charity working as a nationwide provider of services within theNational Gambling Support Network. We are committed to improving the lives ofeveryone affected by gambling and have a range of podcasts utilising a variety ofvoices from our team of experts by experience.The Betknowmore Podcast.Mark Saggers has had an illustrious broadcasting career spanning over 30 yearsfrom working at SKY TV to BBC radio and talkSPORT. This coupled with his livedexperience of gambling harm and over a decade in recovery is a perfect fit to exploreavenues of support and raise awareness of the devastation gambling can bring toourselves, family, and friends.This podcast covers a wide range of topics from gambling in the world ofprofessional sport to the effect on minority communities. New Beginnings.Explores the often-ignored women’s perspective of gambling harms.Hosted by London-based content creator Abi Feltham, whose own recovery fromalcohol and substance misuse have recently hit the headlines, this 10-part seriesbuilds on research we conducted in 2021 which looked at how approachable,accessible, and effective women find current support and treatment services.Episodes include interviews with a host of guests who share their lived experiencesof gambling harm, as well as advice on how to spot the signs of harm and where toaccess help and support.For more information on Betknowmore UK visit: https://www.betknowmoreuk.org/To contact us please email podcasts@betknowmoreuk.orgTwitter: BetknowmoreInstagram: BetknowmoreukLinkedIn: Betknowmore UKYouTube: Betknwomoreuk2000 Thu, 09 Apr 2026 12:22:07 +0000 https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/57559730/nb_ep_7.mp3 Disclaimer: This podcast will be discussing sensitive topics around gambling harms which some people may find triggering, for 24/7 support please call the National Gambling Helpline free on 0808 8020 133 Making the decision to put your wellbeing first is a brave step, but where do you go from there? Breaking the cycle of gambling harms, remembering, and sticking to your 'why' takes time and dedication, but what does that look like exactly? Is it support, in the form of therapy, support groups, journaling or taking up a new hobby? The list is endless, and it isn’t one size fits all. Join Abi and her guests Lisa Patton, a Service Manager for GamCare Scotland and Jo Mustafa, a Peer Aid supporter and expert by lived experience, as they discuss how to maintain a healthy recovery from both sides of the spectrum. If you, or a woman you know, would like support with both clinical insight and lived experience, this is the one episode is you cannot miss. Wed, 08 Nov 2023 13:17:48 +0000 https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/57559730/nb_ep_7.mp3 https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/57379332/nb_ep_6.mp3 Disclaimer: This podcast will be discussing sensitive topics around gambling harms which some people may find triggering, for 24/7 support please call the National Gambling Helpline free on 0808 8020 133 ‘We as women are too strong. We’re too brave and too proud…’ This week join Abi and her two guests Harp Edwards and Bianca Colclough. Harp is the Women’s Residential Service Manager at Gordon Moody, the UK’s leading charity dedicated to providing residential treatment and support for gambling addiction, and she has a background in forensics, counselling and psychotherapy. Bianca is the founder of ‘This Girl’, an online and in-person networking community to support women with their personal wellness and professional development. Listen, as Bianca speaks openly about her lived experience and past traumas which ultimately led to a 12-year battle with gambling harms. After years of staring at slot machines Bianca admits that it not only affected her eyesight (she now wears glasses), b... Wed, 25 Oct 2023 12:34:59 +0000 https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/57379332/nb_ep_6.mp3 https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/57194625/nb_ep_5.mp3 Disclaimer: This podcast will be discussing sensitive topics around gambling harms which some people may find triggering, for 24/7 support please call the National Gambling Helpline free on 0808 8020 133 Episode 5, Relationships, join Abi and her guests, mother and daughter Nicola and Megan. In this episode, Megan bravely discusses her experiences with both substance misuse and gambling harms, whilst Nicola opens up about her role as a concerned mum and an affected other. This is a heartfelt episode that navigates its way through grief, substance misuse and the power of resilience, to a life free of gambling harms. Website: https://www.betknowmoreuk.org Twitter: https://twitter.com/Betknowmore Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/betknowmoreuk/reels/ Wed, 11 Oct 2023 12:48:52 +0000 https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/57194625/nb_ep_5.mp3 https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/56948355/nb_ep_4.mp3 Disclaimer: This podcast will be discussing sensitive topics around gambling harms which some people may fin triggering, for 24/7 support please call the National Gambling Helpline free on 0808 8020 133 Let’s be honest, for many the idea of having to face these three aspects is enough reason to not stop their gambling harms. It can appear too big, too strong, and too hard. Join Abi Feltham and her guests Chanel Griffiths and Lisa Walker. These ladies give their honest accounts of how they overcame their urges and habits and used their guilt to give them clarity and motivation. This week’s guests discuss not only how they overcame their gambling harms, learnt to love themselves, but most importantly; recognised they are deserving of help, support, and a life they want and deserve. Website: https://www.betknowmoreuk.org Twitter: https://twitter.com/Betknowmore Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/betknowmoreuk/reels/ Wed, 27 Sep 2023 09:47:57 +0000 https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/56948355/nb_ep_4.mp3 https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/56785315/new_beginnings_ep3.mp3 Disclaimer: This podcast will be discussing sensitive topics around gambling harms which some people may fin triggering, for 24/7 support please call the National Gambling Helpline free on 0808 8020 133 Health and wellbeing are at the core of everything we do, understanding what your mind and body needs is pivotal to a woman’s recovery from gambling harms. Deciding to take the first step into recovery is brave but scary, the unknown of what you will have to face and deal with can stop us in our tracks. On this episode Abi delves into this topic unmasking taboos and gaining real insight from Jane Fahy a Retreat & Counselling Service Manager for Gordon Moody and Emma Flaxman a renowned Engagement & Wellbeing specialist. These ladies discuss societies pressures, accessing help and what rehab for gambling recovery harms really looks and feels like. This episode is a great listen for all, whether you are a woman seeking answers, recovery, or an affected other there is something to be learnt. Websit... Wed, 13 Sep 2023 07:53:32 +0000 https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/56785315/new_beginnings_ep3.mp3 https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/56607723/new_beginnings_ep2.mp3 Disclaimer: This podcast will be discussing sensitive topics around gambling harm which some people may find triggering, for 24/7 support please call the national gambling helpline free on 0808 8020 133 Money, goals and planning your life is tough at the best of times, even more so when you are experiencing gambling harms. The idea of who or where to turn to and how to ask for help can be overwhelming. In this week’s episode join Abi Feltham as she speaks with Sue Cox, Sue is the Service Manager for New Beginnings and is proudly 14 years in recovery. Sue discusses life after gambling, how she began planning her life, setting goals, and pursuing her dream to become not only debt free but a homeowner. Abi’s second guest is Richard Lane, Director of external affairs for Step Change, a debt charity which offers free debt advice. Gambling recovery isn’t just about stopping, it’s also about rebuilding the life you want and deserve. Listen to Sue’s story and Richard’s advice to... Wed, 30 Aug 2023 07:46:50 +0000 https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/56607723/new_beginnings_ep2.mp3 https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/56457224/new_beginnings_ep1_v2a.mp3 Disclaimer: This podcast will be discussing sensitive topics around gambling harm which some people may find triggering, for 24/7 support please call the national gambling helpline free on 0808 8020 133 Today’s guests are women Betknowmore UK have had the privilege to not only work with but, support on their journey as they recovered from gambling harms. Lisa Walker originally joined the charity to train as a volunteer Peer Supporter as part of our Peer Aid programme. After volunteering for a year, she was offered a part time role as an outreach worker. During her time in outreach, Lisa saw her own story replayed with countless female clients she worked with. Having struggled with gambling harms for 16 years, finding herself homeless with two children, alone and lost, Lisa finally decided to break the strong hold of her addiction and attend a GA meeting; making the promise to never look back. Knowing first-hand how difficult it was for her to find help and support, Lisa decided; silen... Wed, 16 Aug 2023 06:37:15 +0000 https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/56457224/new_beginnings_ep1_v2a.mp3 https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/51630188/october_pod.mp3 It's Safer Gambling week and we at Betknowmore are working across all fronts to amplify this message using the voices of lived experience and collaboration with our partners in an important time across the sector. Mark Saggers is joined by our very own Head of Safer Gambling Ben Davies, Niall O'Connor from YGAM and Colin Walsh from Gamcare discussing all things safer gambling. Thu, 20 Oct 2022 06:15:15 +0000 https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/51630188/october_pod.mp3 https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/49581689/chris_wood_edit_1.mp3 Mark Saggers talks to Hampshire Cricketer Chris Wood about his recovery from Gambling addiction. Mon, 02 May 2022 00:05:02 +0000 https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/49581689/chris_wood_edit_1.mp3 https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/48580605/edit_2_music.mp3 Mark Saggers talks to some of the people involved in Peer Aid. Peer Aid is a service designed to help individuals empower themselves. The service uses experts who have experience gambling harm themselves. Follow the Peer Aid twitter account @AidPeer Fri, 04 Feb 2022 01:16:05 +0000 https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/48580605/edit_2_music.mp3