Maximizing State Resources for Disordered Gambling Services with Linda Graves
The NAADGS Podcast - Gambling Disorder Advocacy In Action
Release Date: 06/27/2023
The Importance of DEI with Long Banh
The NAADGS Podcast - Gambling Disorder Advocacy In Action
Long received his Masters in Social Work from Simmons College and his Masters in Business Administrations from Fitchburg State University and is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) with clinical experience in community-based and acute settings with addiction, HIV/AIDS issues, and mental health. As a Program Manager with the Massachusetts Gaming Commission, he works collaboratively with casino operators and other stakeholders on a range of casino and community-based initiatives to build a sustainable and socially responsible industry in the state. To connect with Long, you can...
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June 2024 Legislative Update
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NAADGS 2023 Problem Gambling Services Survey Results Update with Dr. Jeffrey Marotta
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NAADGS gathers information about problem gambling services in the United States to help stakeholders better understand how services differ from state to state. In this episode, Brianne is once again joined by Dr. Jeffrey J. Marotta to discuss the latest findings from the 2023 NAADGS Problem Gambling Services Survey. Links to Stories & Articles Mentioned
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The Story of Problem & Responsible Gambling Policy with Mary Drexler, MSW
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Mary Drexler, MSW, is the Program Director for the Maryland Center of Excellence on Problem Gambling, University of Maryland School of Medicine. Mary brings to her current role over 38 years in the social services field. Prior to joining The Center, Mary held the position of Responsible Gambling Program Coordinator for three (3) years for the Maryland Lottery and Gaming Control Agency (MLGCA). Links to Articles Mentioned
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Getting to Know the GRIT Act with Cole Wogoman
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The GRIT Act would set aside half of the federal sports excise tax revenue to fund programs for gambling addiction prevention, treatment and research. In this episode, Cole Wogoman, Senior Manager, Government Relations and League Partnerships for NCPG joins us to highlight the importance of the GRIT Act as well as how we can support it. Top 5 Links
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2023 Year in Review
The NAADGS Podcast - Gambling Disorder Advocacy In Action
In this episode, we will look back and reflect on the biggest trends and stories of 2023 in problem gambling. 1. Federal Government Involvement 2. State Interest in Problem Gambling 3. Problem Gambling Education 4. NCAA + Gambling 5. Lived Experience
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Catch Up on Cutting Edge Gambling Research with Dr. Nathan Smith of Kindbridge Research Institute
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Dr. Nathan D. Smith is the founding Executive Director of Kindbridge Research Institute, a nationally recognized scientist and science communicator, and a leader in the field of behavioral addiction research and theory. Dr. Smith holds a PhD in Psychiatric Epidemiology from the University of Florida, a master’s degree from Harvard University, and a bachelor’s degree from Azusa Pacific University. Kindbridge Research Institute G2E 2023 Brings More Than 25k to Las Vegas New support for NHS to treat gambling addiction New Gambling Prevention Course Offering Swedish regulator calls for...
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National Recovery Month, RGEM2023 & More with Jamie Salsburg
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Jamie Salsburg is the creator behind as well as the founder of , a responsible gambling consultancy. With September being National Recovery Month as well as the American Gaming Association's Responsible Gaming Education Month, we thought it would be a perfect month to have Jamie share his journey of recovery from gambling addiction as well as his thoughts on how we might improve our responsible and problem gambling messaging. The gambling affordability budget calculator mentioned in the episode can be found at . Links to Articles American Gaming Association Rutgers University School...
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Gambling Disorder and Our Armed Forces with Dave Yeager
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Dave Yeager is a U.S. Army Veteran and in recovery from a gambling addiction. Dave joins us to share his journey which has culminated in the writing of his brand new book. Be sure to check out his podcast and grab Fall In: A Veteran with a Gambling Addiction. Fall In: A Veteran with a Gambling Addiction FALL IN: The Problem Gambling Podcast for Military Service Members and Veterans Links to Articles Kentucky Age Limit Twitch Expands Gambling Ban ESPN Bet Ontario Advertising Ban US Armed Forces Veterans & Gambling Disorder
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Maximizing State Resources for Disordered Gambling Services with Linda Graves
The NAADGS Podcast - Gambling Disorder Advocacy In Action
Linda Graves is NAADGS Executive Director. Previous to becoming the Executive Director of APGSA in 2019 (now The National Association of Administrators for Disordered Gambling Services (NAADGS)), Linda was a contractor for the California Council on Problem Gambling, where she provided technical assistance through training, consultation, and outreach to tribal casinos, card rooms, and law enforcement agencies throughout the state of CA. Formerly, Linda was Problem Gambling Program Manager, Department of Behavioral Health and Recovery, where she developed and implemented prevention and treatment...
info_outlineLinda Graves is NAADGS Executive Director. Previous to becoming the Executive Director of APGSA in 2019 (now The National Association of Administrators for Disordered Gambling Services (NAADGS)), Linda was a contractor for the California Council on Problem Gambling, where she provided technical assistance through training, consultation, and outreach to tribal casinos, card rooms, and law enforcement agencies throughout the state of CA. Formerly, Linda was Problem Gambling Program Manager, Department of Behavioral Health and Recovery, where she developed and implemented prevention and treatment services for problem gambling for the state of Washington. She worked for nine years for the Delaware Council on Gambling Problems, where she was Deputy Director, providing day-to-day supervision for all services provided through the Council, including public awareness, education, prevention, and treatment for problem gambling. She has provided training on a variety of topics, including writing and delivering webinar training.
Linda has served as a member of the International Gambling Counselor Certification Board. She was the recipient of 2017 CA Council’s Lifetime Achievement Award, and the 2017 NCPG Dr. Robert Custer Lifetime Achievement Award for Direct Service.
Links to Articles Mentioned in the Episode
Vermont legalizes online sports betting, joining nearly three dozen other states
North Carolina Governor Signs Sports, Horse Racing Betting Law; Wagering Could Begin in Early 2024
Meeting on Kentucky sports betting regulations slated for early July
AG Platkin, Division of Gaming Enforcement Announce Two New Tools to Help Problem Gamblers
New Jersey Bill Could Make Compulsive Gambling Treatment Mandatory for Underage Gamblers
As Louisiana moves to ban universities promoting sports betting, LSU deal with Caesars ends
PA Regulator: 20,000 Have Join Casino Self-Exclusion Program
IN LETTER TO SPORTS LEAGUES, REP. DINA TITUS CALLS FOR TRANSPARENCY ON SPORTS BETTING POLICIES