Rollercoaster Podcast dives into the personal stories of individuals affected by gambling harm. Each episode features candid conversations with guests who share their lived experiences, exploring the highs and lows of their journey.
Rollercoaster Podcast
SEASON 1
Steve’s Story
Steve opens up about his childhood trauma and the role gambling played in his life. He describes the emotional turmoil of gambling harm and how he eventually confronted and overcame immense challenges. His story demonstrates remarkable courage and determination, inspiring others to pursue healthy, fulfilling lives while surrounding themselves with supportive people.
Episode Notes:
Lived Experience in Gambling Harm (LEIGH) Program: https://gamblinghelpsa.org.au/lived-experience/
Andrew and Shonica’s Stories
Andrew and Shonica take listeners through their personal recovery journeys, revealing how gambling harm affected their relationships. They recount the relief they felt after finding the courage to seek help, highlighting the importance of peer support and the transformative impact of receiving the right help at the right time.
Episode Notes:
SMART Recovery Meetings (Gambling Focus):https://au.meetings.smartrecovery.org/meetings/1289
Anne's Story
Anne has overcome significant challenges in her life, including addiction, gambling harm and domestic violence. She shares the physical and mental toll of her gambling experience and how she managed to turn her life around. Anne is now committed to raising awareness of gambling harm and supporting others on their recovery journey.
Episode Notes:
KaChing Pokie Slot Documentary – Why slots are addictive: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bny1qgKO46A
Voluntary barring order: https://www.cbs.sa.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0007/922453/Barring-Factsheet.pdf
Support for people experiencing domestic violence: https://www.1800respect.org.au
Challenging Shame
This episode is dedicated to Nunga Week, which acknowledges the contributions of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities that live and work in the City of Port Adelaide Enfield (PAE).
In this episode, we sit down with local community members to talk about gambling harm in Aboriginal communities, including what it used to look like, how it has changed over time, and how we can work together to support communities to have safe conversations and access help when needed.
Episode Notes:
Nunga Week: https://www.cityofpae.sa.gov.au/about/explore-first-nations-culture/nunga-week
Jill’s Story
Jill’s story takes you through her childhood trauma and how it shaped her adult life, including how her playful nature led to experiencing gambling harm. Jill shares how she re-connected with her passion for crafts and found a new meaning in her life through her recovery journey.
Episode Notes:
Relationships Australia SA’s Gambling Help Service: https://www.rasa.org.au/support/services/gambling-help-service/
Lived Experience in Gambling Harm Program: https://gamblinghelpsa.org.au/lived-experience/
Gambling Helpline through Relationships Australia SA, Mon-Fri 9am to 5pm: 1300 364 277
National Gambling Helpline available 24/7: https://www.gamblinghelponline.org.au/ or 1800 858 858
Want to be involved with our Lived Experience in Gambling Harm program?
Get in touch at gamblinghelp@rasa.org.au
Lived Experience in Gambling Harm program is a part of the Gambling Help Service.
The podcast was created on Kaurna Country.