After years of gambling addiction and repeated relapses, Brian Hatch found recovery and began using his experiences to help others through ALL IN: The Addicted Gambler's Podcast. In this conversation, he reflects on the financial and emotional consequences of gambling, the shame that kept him from returning to Gamblers Anonymous after a relapse, and the compulsive nature of addiction. Brian also discusses the difficulty of walking away from gambling, the role accessibility can play in addiction, and the importance of Gamblers Anonymous and continued recovery while offering hope to others struggling with gambling addiction.
After years of struggling with gambling addiction, Ike Dweck transformed his life and dedicated himself to helping others recover. In this interview, he reflects on the experiences that shaped his addiction, the challenges he faced during recovery, and the purpose he found in supporting those facing similar struggles. As the founder of an outpatient treatment program in Brooklyn, New York, Ike draws on his lived experience to offer insight into gambling addiction, recovery, and the importance of using personal experience to help others rebuild their lives.
Cannabis is often viewed as a relatively harmless substance, but its effects on the brain and body are more complex than many people realize. In this evidence-based presentation, neuroscientist Dr. Andrew Huberman examines how cannabis influences memory, motivation, mood, hormones, sleep, fertility, and mental health while explaining the biological mechanisms behind these changes. Drawing on current scientific research, this resource explores both the potential therapeutic applications and known health risks of cannabis, helping viewers make more informed decisions about its use.
TOPICS: Cannabinoids, Cannabis, Science & Research
Alcohol is one of the world's most widely used substances, yet many people know surprisingly little about how it affects the brain and body. In this science-based presentation, neuroscientist Dr. Andrew Huberman explains how alcohol influences mood, sleep, memory, hormones, and long-term health while exploring why some people are more vulnerable to developing alcohol use disorder than others. Drawing on current research, this resource provides practical, evidence-based insights to help viewers better understand alcohol's effects and make more informed decisions about their health and well-being.
TOPICS: Alcohol, Depressants, Science & Research