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Addiction: An Hour With Auer

Addiction: An Hour With Auer

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Gambling addiction expert Dr Michael Auer co-hosts this unique podcast where we discuss addiction in a holistic way with experts from around the world.Copyright 2026 The Gambling Files Presents Hygiene & Healthy Living Psychology Psychology & Mental Health
Episodes
  • Addiction 44: OCPG’s Glenn Yamagata talks prediction markets and much more

    Addiction 44: OCPG’s Glenn Yamagata talks prediction markets and much more
    27 Oct 2026
    In this episode of everyone’s absolutely definitely favourite addiction research-related podcast, hosts Dr Michael Auer – who is inexplicably quiet on this one, not sure how that happened because he sounded fine when we hit ‘record’ – and Jon Bruford (who probably sounds disproportionately loud this episode) explore the fascinating world of prediction markets, their potential for social good, and the risks of gambling harm. Our guest Glenn Yamagata, who serves on the Oregon Council on Problem Gambling, shares insights from his research on how these markets operate, their regulation, and their impact on society.This episode comes to you courtesy of the excellent Gaming Laboratories International. GLI is a world-class testing, inspections and certification company committed to delivering the highest quality land-based, lottery and iGaming testing and assessment services, working in more than 710 jurisdictions.For more information, visit gaminglabs.com.Things we talk about, presented in a list:The origins and evolution of prediction marketsThe dual role of prediction markets in social good and gambling harmLegal and regulatory challenges for prediction marketsThe impact of prediction markets on society and financeThe influence of digitization and technology on prediction marketsThe role of prediction markets in information gathering and risk managementChoice quotes: "Two things can be true at once.""Prediction markets can serve many different functions.""The big risk is expanding the population of people gambling."Chapters, but add a bit of time because of our ad read and the lovely music. Did you know that Michael wrote, performed and recorded the theme music himself? True story.00:00 Introduction and guest introduction03:55 Guest background and academic journey08:01 Prediction markets and their functions14:54 Gambling-related harm and social benefits22:11 Legal and regulatory landscape30:02 Prediction markets in finance and investment40:14 The impact of digitization and technology50:00 Future outlook and societal implications01:00:13 Closing remarks and guest farewell (although honestly, there’s probably 15 more minutes after this.) The OCPG on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/oregoncouncil/Resources & Links:GLI: https://gaminglabs.com/The Gambling Files on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-gambling-files-podcast/Addiction: An Hour With Auer is a weekly podcast where hosts Dr Michael Auer – he of the title – and Jon Bruford talk about addiction in all its forms. Not just gambling addiction, they discuss all forms of addiction with experts, academics and researchers from around the world. Dr Auer on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-auer-51a48a/Jon Bruford on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jon-bruford-84346636/Podcast homepage: https://www.thegamblingfiles.com/addiction/Media behemoth homepage: https://www.thegamblingfiles.com/Other podcasts we do: https://www.thegamblingfiles.com/the-gambling-files/https://www.thegamblingfiles.com/dessert-island-discs/
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    1 hr and 19 min
  • Addiction 43: Jussi Palomäki talks risk thresholds, decision making and more

    Addiction 43: Jussi Palomäki talks risk thresholds, decision making and more
    22 Sep 2026
    In this blockbusting episode of everyone’s favourite* addiction-related podcast, we explore the complexities of gambling behaviour, risk thresholds, and the psychological mechanisms behind decision-making and risk management. Top guest Jussi Palomäki is a cognitive scientist and gambling harm researcher, and shares insights on how understanding the brain's response to risk can inform better policies and personal choices.This episode comes to you courtesy of the excellent Gaming Laboratories International. GLI is a world-class testing, inspections and certification company committed to delivering the highest quality land-based, lottery and iGaming testing and assessment services, working in more than 710 jurisdictions.For more information, visit gaminglabs.com.*The opinion of the hosts’ mothers is as valid as anyone’s. But yes, we are playing fast and loose with the word ‘everyone’ here.Things we talk about, dressed up to look all nice in a list: Risk thresholds in gambling and their empirical basisThe role of cognitive biases and illusions in gambling behaviourThe importance of neurobehavioural literacy for responsible gamblingImpact of market changes and regulation on gambling harmThe concept of lower risk gambling guidelines and their practical applicationChoice quotes: "State monopoly allows for serious player protection.""Market saturation may not linearly increase harm.""Increasing neurobehavioral literacy can reduce shame."Chapters, but add maybe 45 seconds or so because of our beautiful music and ad read: 00:00 Introduction and guest introduction 07:59 Finland’s gambling market and the end of the state monopoly 11:01 Slot machine availability and gambling behaviour 14:03 Monitoring gambling participation and gambling harm 16:30 Online casino gambling and market saturation 17:34 Lower-risk gambling thresholds and empirical data 20:57 How lower-risk guidelines should be communicated 25:11 Comparing gambling risks with rock climbing and other activities 29:02 Preparation and risk mitigation in high-risk activities 31:25 Gambling mechanics, reward systems, and manipulation 33:34 Education and neurobehavioural literacy 36:02 Individual differences in susceptibility to cognitive biases 36:30 Visual illusions and risk perception 38:46 Cognitive biases, the gambler’s fallacy, and education 41:07 Defining problem gambling and gambling harm 43:08 Measuring harm and the limitations of gambling thresholds 45:40 Closing discussion and future topics 45:59 Prospect theory and behavioural economicsJussi on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jussi-palomäki-3bb24228/Resources & Links:GLI: https://gaminglabs.com/The Gambling Files on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-gambling-files-podcast/Addiction: An Hour With Auer is a weekly podcast where hosts Dr Michael Auer – he of the title – and Jon Bruford talk about addiction in all its forms. Not just gambling addiction, they discuss all forms of addiction with experts, academics and researchers from around the world. Dr Auer on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-auer-51a48a/Jon Bruford on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jon-bruford-84346636/Podcast homepage: https://www.thegamblingfiles.com/addiction/Media behemoth homepage: https://www.thegamblingfiles.com/Other podcasts we do: https://www.thegamblingfiles.com/the-gambling-files/https://www.thegamblingfiles.com/dessert-island-discs/
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    47 min
  • Addiction 42: Dr Jim Whelan explains how data is changing treatment

    Addiction 42: Dr Jim Whelan explains how data is changing treatment
    15 Sep 2026
    In this episode, hosts Dr Michael Auer and Jon Bruford meet Dr Jim Whelan to explore the intersection of gambling research, treatment, regulation, and marketing. Jim – of the University of Memphis – delves into how data-driven approaches are transforming gambling treatment and responsible gambling initiatives, and much more. Oh, and Jon has a sore throat. All his own fault.This episode comes to you courtesy of the excellent Gaming Laboratories International. GLI is a world-class testing, inspections and certification company committed to delivering the highest quality land-based, lottery and iGaming testing and assessment services, working in more than 710 jurisdictions.For more information, visit gaminglabs.com.Things we talk about, in a list: Gambling treatment and research in TennesseeThe role of data and measurement in treatment efficacyChallenges and opportunities in gambling regulationMarketing strategies for responsible gamblingImpact of online sports betting on gambling behaviourComorbidity and personalised treatment approachesChoice quotes: “I don't put the seatbelt on because I think I'm gonna get in an accident.”“Get them in the door, keep them in the door, and send them on their way with a toolkit that might help them afterwards.”“Who needs what, when?”Chapters, but add a bit because of the music and intro: 00:00 – Welcome, voice jokes, and the therapy discussion 04:17 – Meet Dr. Jim Whelan 05:36 – Tennessee’s treatment and research partnership 07:04 – Clinics, telehealth, and treatment research 09:57 – Precision treatment: who needs what, and when? 13:01 – Marketing treatment and future-self messaging 16:47 – Tennessee’s gambling landscape 19:32 – Prevalence data and research limitations 26:48 – How gambling tax revenue funds treatment 36:24 – Why gamblers distrust operator-led messaging 42:18 – Safe gambling versus problem gambling 45:14 – Comorbidity and measurement-based care 50:38 – Nature, nurture, and gambling risk 52:05 – Online sports betting and sports integrity 56:56 – Regulation, transparency, and the case for changeJim on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-whelan-b9b45487/Resources & Links:GLI: https://gaminglabs.com/The Gambling Files on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-gambling-files-podcast/Addiction: An Hour With Auer is a weekly podcast where hosts Dr Michael Auer – he of the title – and Jon Bruford talk about addiction in all its forms. Not just gambling addiction, they discuss all forms of addiction with experts, academics and researchers from around the world. Dr Auer on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-auer-51a48a/Jon Bruford on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jon-bruford-84346636/Podcast homepage: https://www.thegamblingfiles.com/addiction/Media behemoth homepage: https://www.thegamblingfiles.com/Other podcasts we do: https://www.thegamblingfiles.com/the-gambling-files/https://www.thegamblingfiles.com/dessert-island-discs/
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    1 hr and 14 min
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