🎙️ How does a harmless bet spiral into a life-altering addiction? 🎲 In this compelling episode, James McLamb sits down with public speaker Saul Malek to uncover a hidden crisis—gambling addiction among teens and young adults. 💬 Saul candidly shares his journey into sports betting during college, revealing the emotional 💔 and financial 💸 toll it took and how he ultimately reclaimed his life. 🚀 As gambling apps 📱 and online betting grow more accessible, they discuss practical strategies for parents 👨‍👩‍👧, educators 📚, mentors 🤝, and teens 🧑‍🎓 to spot the warning signs 🚨 and take action. 🌟 This episode offers eye-opening 👀 insights and real solutions to protect the next generation. 💡 Don't miss this inspiring 💪 and informative 🧠 conversation—it could change lives. 🌍✨

How to connect with Saul Malek:
Website: https://www.saulmalek.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/saulmalekspeaking
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/saulmalek/

Episode highlights:

(0:00) Intro

(2:03) Who is Saul Malek?

(4:26) Saul's gambling beginnings and impulsive behaviors

(10:27) Early signs of gambling addiction

(15:17) Rationalizing and mental health consequences

(21:31) Steps for parents to address gambling concerns

(23:52) Statistics on youth gambling involvement

(25:29) Saul’s turning point and recovery journey

(31:18) Empowering youth with tools for healthy habits

(37:24) Outro