Episode 2: Sally

For Sally, a woman overwhelmed by the "black noise" and pressures of life, an online casino offered a silent escape. What began as a peaceful refuge on the couch quickly became an all-consuming obsession. This episode explores the psychological pull of gambling, telling the story of how one woman's search for a quiet space of her own led to the "complete destruction" of her life.PGF Services provide free, confidential support for those who are experiencing gambling harm. Whether it be from your own gambling or if you are affected by someone else's gambling, we are here to here to help.Contact us via:Phone 0800 664 262Email help@pgf.nzText 5819Visit www.pgf.nzLinktreehttps://linktr.ee/pgfservices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Gambling's a thrill. A win feels incredible. But gambling also has a dark side. Finances are ruined, families are torn apart and people become trapped in ways that are almost impossible to understand unless you’ve been there yourself.The Bet is honest stories, real journeys. Each story is of someone's life in their own words, and reveals how gambling almost destroyed them – and how they found a way out.Produced for PGF Services by Te Pūrongo Productions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.