Gambling
Why Do We Gamble?
Gambling, an activity where something of value is risked in hopes of gaining something of greater value, intrigues millions worldwide. What drives people to gamble? For many, it’s the excitement and unpredictability of the game. The possibility of winning big is enough to make the risk worthwhile. Gambling also offers a psychological thrill, with studies showing that the brain releases dopamine, the “feel-good” neurotransmitter, during gambling activities. The allure of potentially striking it rich keeps players coming back, but it’s essential to understand the psychology behind these behaviors to promote responsible gambling in everything we do whether it is gambling on our small business to grow, or gambling on our Retirement Planning or gambling in the casino.
Our experts in this area of the site explore the risks and rewards of gambling. Humans are inherently risk-takers, a trait hardwired into our psyche. The act of gambling offers a unique mix of risk and potential reward that can be thrilling. This excitement is often amplified by the uncertainty and the possibility of a life-changing win. At the same time, the ethical concerns of gambling must be addressed knowing that gambling can lead to addiction, which is known as pathological gambling, which has severe Mental Health and Depression implications.
Understanding why people gamble is complex, involving an interplay of biological, psychological, social, and economic factors. Each gambler’s motivation can be deeply personal and influenced by a variety of external factors. We all need to recognize these influences and help our family, our friends and ourselves make more informed decisions about our gambling behaviors.
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Today's Mystery:A desperate man who lost $5,000 at an illegal gambling den robs and shoots his boss to pay his debt.Original Radio Broadcast Date: March 2, 1952Originating from New YorkStarring: Les Damon as The Falcon; Chuck Webster as Sergeant Corbett; Ralph Bell; Maurice Tarplin; Mandel KramerSup…
Today's Mystery:A desperate man who lost $5,000 at an illegal gambling den robs and shoots his boss to pay his debt.Original Radio Broadcast Date: March 2, 1952Originating from New YorkStarring: Les D…
Today's Mystery:A desperate man who lost $5,000 at an illegal gambling den robs and shoots his boss to pay his debt.Original Radio Broadcast Date: March 2, 1952Originating from New YorkStarring: Les Damon as The Falcon; Chuck Webster as Sergeant Corbett; Ralph Bell; Maurice Tarplin; Mandel KramerSupport the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.netPatreon Supporter of the Day: Charlie, Patreon supporter since October 2019.Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net.Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715Take the listener survey at http…
Adam Graham
January 13, 2025 
“For example, like, even commercials, there’s that one commercial for the Indian casinos. And my wife loves the song, and she knows it’s actually a singer that’s produced it. And she always thinks about that casino, you know, she doesn’t gamble, but every time she hears that song, it goes …
“For example, like, even commercials, there’s that one commercial for the Indian casinos. And my wife loves the song, and she knows it’s actually a singer that’s produced it. And she always th…
“For example, like, even commercials, there’s that one commercial for the Indian casinos. And my wife loves the song, and she knows it’s actually a singer that’s produced it. And she always thinks about that casino, you know, she doesn’t gamble, but every time she hears that song, it goes back to that feeling like, oh yeah, it’s about the good time. It’s about, you know, gambling, right? So now we’re moving to association. So, the sound has a lot of association to, um, that, to that ‘expectation’ or the actual experience itself.” – Howard Lim This episode’s guest is …
Jodi Krangle
January 1, 2025 
**Join Us for Teatime with Miss Liz!** Frederick Schofield, Author of Critically Praised Thrillers **Date:** December 12th **Time:** 3 PM EST **Special Guest:** Author Frederick SchofieldGet ready for a captivating conversation as we welcome Frederick Schofield to the show! He'll share insights in…
**Join Us for Teatime with Miss Liz!** Frederick Schofield, Author of Critically Praised Thrillers **Date:** December 12th **Time:** 3 PM EST **Special Guest:** Author Frederick SchofieldGet ready f…
**Join Us for Teatime with Miss Liz!** Frederick Schofield, Author of Critically Praised Thrillers **Date:** December 12th **Time:** 3 PM EST **Special Guest:** Author Frederick SchofieldGet ready for a captivating conversation as we welcome Frederick Schofield to the show! He'll share insights into his incredible books, *A Run to Hell* and the *Boardwalk Series*.**Meet Frederick Schofield:** Frederick delivers stories deeply personal and inspired by his unique life experiences. *A Run to Hell* draws from his familial ties to Grace Kelly and his professional connections with the Philadelphia…
Elizabeth Jean Olivia Gagnon
December 12, 2024 
I met with a family a few weeks ago for an introductory conversation. I’m always interested to learn about people’s history with money. It’s an open-ended question that allows for a multitude of interesting answers.This family explained that ~20 years ago, they received a significant lump…
I met with a family a few weeks ago for an introductory conversation. I’m always interested to learn about people’s history with money. It’s an open-ended question that allows for a multitude of…
I met with a family a few weeks ago for an introductory conversation. I’m always interested to learn about people’s history with money. It’s an open-ended question that allows for a multitude of interesting answers.This family explained that ~20 years ago, they received a significant lump sum payment. They reached out to a financial professional (a stock broker, e.g. Merrill Lynch or Morgan Stanley) in their town and entrusted him with their new-found money.That advisor recommended a single “hot stock.” You probably know where this is going.Within a couple months of…
Jesse Cramer
December 12, 2024 Barbara, Can you write about "miracles" and how the hope/prayer for a miracle can make people miss what is in front of them? An internet search defines a miracle as: “a surprising and welcome event that is not explicable by natural or scientific laws and is therefore considered to be the work of …
Barbara, Can you write about "miracles" and how the hope/prayer for a miracle can make people miss what is in front of them? An internet search defines a miracle as: “a surprising and welcome event…
Barbara, Can you write about "miracles" and how the hope/prayer for a miracle can make people miss what is in front of them? An internet search defines a miracle as: “a surprising and welcome event that is not explicable by natural or scientific laws and is therefore considered to be the work of a divine agency.” I, Barbara, define “a miracle” as "an event attributed to a supernatural being (God or gods), a miracle worker, a saint, or a religious leader.” It is an event that seems to defy all logic. With that definition, you have to be a pretty high stakes gambler to bet your life (…
Barbara Karnes
December 11, 2024 
Today's Mystery: With Jerry out of town, Pam tries to help a hapless reformed gambler quit his job at a gambling den and finds herself caught up in a murder investigation.Original Radio Broadcast Date: August 9, 1944Starring: Alice Frost as Pamela NorthSupport the show monthly at https://patreon.gr…
Today's Mystery: With Jerry out of town, Pam tries to help a hapless reformed gambler quit his job at a gambling den and finds herself caught up in a murder investigation.Original Radio Broadcast Date…
Today's Mystery: With Jerry out of town, Pam tries to help a hapless reformed gambler quit his job at a gambling den and finds herself caught up in a murder investigation.Original Radio Broadcast Date: August 9, 1944Starring: Alice Frost as Pamela NorthSupport the show monthly at https://patreon.greatdetectives.netPatreon Supporter of the Day: William, Patreon supporter since February 2016Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net.Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.netGive u…
Adam Graham
December 5, 2024 
TODAY: The Anger Management Coach Clare Bradley Celebrating 63,000 views and downloads! Meet Clare Bradley! Clare’s goal is to guide individuals towards a more empowered, emotionally balanced way of living, where they can thrive in life She’s a firm believer in the starfish story, and acknowledg…
TODAY: The Anger Management Coach Clare Bradley Celebrating 63,000 views and downloads! Meet Clare Bradley! Clare’s goal is to guide individuals towards a more empowered, emotionally balanced way of…
TODAY: The Anger Management Coach Clare Bradley Celebrating 63,000 views and downloads! Meet Clare Bradley! Clare’s goal is to guide individuals towards a more empowered, emotionally balanced way of living, where they can thrive in life She’s a firm believer in the starfish story, and acknowledges that whilst she may not be able to help everyone, she can make a meaningful difference to those she does work with. Clare works one-on-one with individuals to help them recognize and manage their emotional triggers, using practical NLP-based techniques such as anchoring and reframing. These techn…
Richard Wilmore
October 31, 2024 
There are a few broad categories that trigger people to reach out to me.Retirement planning is biggest. Major life changes (marriage, divorce, having kids) is a common reason, too.Another one, albeit slightly more unique: “I have a good handle on our finances, but I want to get you involv…
There are a few broad categories that trigger people to reach out to me.Retirement planning is biggest. Major life changes (marriage, divorce, having kids) is a common reason, too.Another one…
There are a few broad categories that trigger people to reach out to me.Retirement planning is biggest. Major life changes (marriage, divorce, having kids) is a common reason, too.Another one, albeit slightly more unique: “I have a good handle on our finances, but I want to get you involved because my spouse needs someone trustworthy. If I get hit by a bus, I want you already involved to fully take the reins.”But somewhere in the Top 5 most common reasons is the rationale for today’s article:“I received a BIG sum of money…and I have no idea what to do next!”…
Jesse Cramer
October 30, 2024 
Hello to you listening in Taoyaun City, Taiwan!Coming to you from Whidbey Island, Washington this is Stories From Women Who Walk with 60 Seconds for Motivate Your Monday and your host, Diane Wyzga.I’ve been asked, “So, what are you doing on this FallBattical of yours?” Work. Risk-taking, ident…
Hello to you listening in Taoyaun City, Taiwan!Coming to you from Whidbey Island, Washington this is Stories From Women Who Walk with 60 Seconds for Motivate Your Monday and your host, Diane Wyzga.I…
Hello to you listening in Taoyaun City, Taiwan!Coming to you from Whidbey Island, Washington this is Stories From Women Who Walk with 60 Seconds for Motivate Your Monday and your host, Diane Wyzga.I’ve been asked, “So, what are you doing on this FallBattical of yours?” Work. Risk-taking, identity changing, gambling on myself work. I want to let go of living at the whim of digital age technology so that I can know the wisdom of this life that begs to be lived! It’s harder than it looks.What do I mean? “Some people believe that holding on and hanging there are signs of strength, but th…
Diane Wyzga
October 21, 2024 
Entrepreneur Neil Baboolal, hailing from Trinidad, shares his inspiring journey from managing a traditional retail business to launching the innovative e-commerce pet brand, Jackie & Joe, on Amazon. Having grown up with entrepreneurial parents, Neil was destined to carve his own path, and along …
Entrepreneur Neil Baboolal, hailing from Trinidad, shares his inspiring journey from managing a traditional retail business to launching the innovative e-commerce pet brand, Jackie & Joe, on Amazo…
Entrepreneur Neil Baboolal, hailing from Trinidad, shares his inspiring journey from managing a traditional retail business to launching the innovative e-commerce pet brand, Jackie & Joe, on Amazon. Having grown up with entrepreneurial parents, Neil was destined to carve his own path, and along with his wife, Sunita, he transformed a shared passion for dogs into a thriving online venture. Named after Neil’s beloved childhood German shepherds, this brand is more than a business; it's a personal legacy and a testament to the couple's commitment to entrepreneurship and personal freedom.Our …
Vickie Poole
October 20, 2024 
