by Christina Cook - The Broke Girl Society
At its core, The Broke Girl Society Podcast is dedicated to breaking the silence, reducing stigma, and building a supportive community where women affected by gambling harm feel seen and heard. Host Christina Cook, drawing from her own lived experience, brings an empathetic and genuine perspective to every episode; understanding the unique challenges, shame, and stigma tied to gambling harm, particularly for women. Through candid conversations with guests, she highlights stories of courage, setbacks, curiosity and amazing resilience. #gambling #addiction #recovery #hope #gamblingaddiction
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April 15, 2025
<p>In this conversation, Stacy Ladyman shares her journey of writing her book 'Shep and the King of Hearts', which explores the complexities of gambling addiction and its impact on families. Through her fictionalized narrative based from her own experience, she emphasizes the importance of empathy, understanding, and community support for those affected by addiction. The discussion delves into the struggles of affected others, the healing power of storytelling, and the longing for connection amidst the challenges posed by addiction.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>ABOUT STACY:</strong></p><p>Stacy Ladyman holds a BA in journalism from the University of Arkansas and has worked in nonprofit areas of behavioral health, addiction recovery groups, and faith-based communities. Married with two adult children, she lives in the Princeton, New Jersey, area. When not writing, she occasionally works as pit crew for her amateur-sports-car-racing husband. This is her debut novel. </p><p>For interviews, contact <a href="mailto:[email protected]"><u>[email protected]</u></a></p><p><strong>Social Media Links:</strong>Website: <a href="https://www.stacyladyman.com"><u>https://www.stacyladyman.com</u></a></p><p>Order the Book: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Shep-King-Hearts-Stacy-Ladyman-ebook/dp/B0DMS23LRR"><u>Shep and the King of Hearts - Amazon</u></a></p><p><a href="https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/shep-and-the-king-of-hearts-stacy-j-ladyman/1146570253?ean=9798218453558"><u>B & N</u></a><u>, </u><a href="https://www.walmart.com/ip/Shep-and-the-King-of-Hearts-Paperback-9798218453558/14252704150?wmlspartner=wlpa&selectedSellerId=0"><u>Walmart</u></a><u>, </u><a href="https://bookshop.org/p/books/shep-and-the-king-of-hearts/7a5904be8838fd2d?ean=9798218453558&next=t&"><u>Bookshop.org</u></a></p><p>Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/StacyJLadyman"><u>Stacy J. Ladyman</u></a><u> </u>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sjladyman/?hl=en"><u>Stacy J. Ladyman</u></a></p><p>Podcast Interviews: <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hello-my-name-is-craig-01-11-25/id1548513879?i=1000683590214"><u>Hello my Name is Craig with Craig Carton</u></a>, <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/author-stacy-j-ladyman/id1650873339?i=1000684220416"><u>Between the Lines with Jennifer Sienes</u></a><u>, </u><a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wager-danger/id1619808239"><u>Wager Danger/Gateway Foundation</u></a><u> </u></p><p><br></p><p><strong>**If you are struggling with your mental health or having thoughts of self harm, please seek the help of professionals. We only speak from our own perspective and experience. This recording should not be used as a replacement for professional help but as encouragement in your recovery journey. </strong></p><p>~ This episode is sponsored by The Better Institute - Where people go to get better!</p><p> <a href="https://betterinstitute.com/problem-gambling-help/'"><u>https://betterinstitute.com/problem-gambling-help/'</u></a></p><p>~ Gamfin - Financial Counseling with counselors who understand the impacts of gambling on financial health and individual goals. (For those in the US only). </p><p><a href="https://www.gamfin.org/"><u>https://www.gamfin.org/</u></a> </p><p>~ Evive - An app that can help you better understand your relationship with gambling and help you navigate recovery in a new way! Use code BGS for ONE year free!! </p><p><a href="https://www.getevive.com/"><u>https://www.getevive.com/</u></a></p><p>Resource Book: <a href="https://bgs-media.com/resources/"><u>https://bgs-media.com/resources/</u></a></p><p>-************************************************************************************************************</p><p>For more information on the GRIT Act:</p><p><a href="https://www.ncpgambling.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/2022.09.01-GRIT-Act-OneSheet.pdf"><u>https://www.ncpgambling.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/2022.09.01-GRIT-Act-OneSheet.pdf</u></a></p><p>If you’d like to support the work I do please rate this episode (Please be Kind!)</p><p><strong>#gamblingaddiction</strong></p><p><strong>#recovery</strong></p><p><strong>#gamblersanonymous</strong></p><p><strong>#gambling</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Helpful links:</strong></p><p><a href="https://www.ncpgambling.org/"><u>https://www.ncpgambling.org/</u></a> You can find State and International Resources Here</p><p><a href="https://800gambler.org/"><u>https://800gambler.org/</u></a></p><p><a href="https://www.gamblersanonymous.org/ga/"><u>https://www.gamblersanonymous.org/ga/</u></a></p><p><a href="https://gamblersinrecovery.com/"><u>https://gamblersinrecovery.com/</u></a> - 24/7 meetings all over the world</p><p><a href="https://recoveryroadonline.com/"><u>https://recoveryroadonline.com/</u></a> - meetings throughout the day</p><p>Christina Cook: <a href="https://thebrokegirlsociety.com/"><u>https://thebrokegirlsociety.com/</u></a> / <a href="mailto:[email protected]"><u>[email protected]</u></a></p><p><strong>UK Help:</strong></p><p><a href="https://gordonmoody.org.uk/"><u>https://gordonmoody.org.uk/</u></a></p><p><a href="https://www.betknowmoreuk.org/services/new-beginnings"><u>https://www.betknowmoreuk.org/services/new-beginnings</u></a></p><p><strong>Australia Help:</strong></p><p><a href="https://www.gamblinghelponline.org.au/"><u>https://www.gamblinghelponline.org.au/</u></a></p><p><strong>Canada Help:</strong></p><p><a href="https://www.camh.ca/en/health-info/mental-illness-and-addiction-index/problem-gambling"><u>https://www.camh.ca/en/health-info/mental-illness-and-addiction-index/problem-gambling</u></a></p><p><br></p>
March 24, 2025
<p>In this episode, Megan shares her personal journey with gambling addiction, detailing how her early experiences with gambling were normalized in her family. She discusses the profound impact of her mother's death on her gambling behavior, leading to a downward spiral of debt, lies, and isolation. Megan reflects on the moment she was caught and the subsequent challenges of rebuilding trust in her relationships, particularly with her husband. She emphasizes the importance of advocacy and normalizing conversations about gambling addiction to combat stigma and support recovery.Video we talked about in this episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OGIz8mocgGo</p><p><strong>**If you are struggling with your mental health or having thoughts of self harm, please seek the help of professionals. We only speak from our own perspective and experience. This recording should not be used as a replacement for professional help but as encouragement in your recovery journey. </strong></p><p>~ This episode is sponsored by The Better Institute - Where people go to get better!</p><p> <a href="https://betterinstitute.com/problem-gambling-help/'"><u>https://betterinstitute.com/problem-gambling-help/'</u></a></p><p>~ Gamfin - Financial Counseling with counselors who understand the impacts of gambling on financial health and individual goals. (For those in the US only). </p><p><a href="https://www.gamfin.org/"><u>https://www.gamfin.org/</u></a> </p><p>~ Evive - An app that can help you better understand your relationship with gambling and help you navigate recovery in a new way! Use code BGS for ONE year free!! </p><p><a href="https://www.getevive.com/"><u>https://www.getevive.com/</u></a></p><p>Resource Book: <a href="https://bgs-media.com/resources/"><u>https://bgs-media.com/resources/</u></a></p><p>-************************************************************************************************************</p><p>For more information on the GRIT Act:</p><p><a href="https://www.ncpgambling.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/2022.09.01-GRIT-Act-OneSheet.pdf"><u>https://www.ncpgambling.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/2022.09.01-GRIT-Act-OneSheet.pdf</u></a></p><p>If you’d like to support the work I do please rate this episode (Please be Kind!)</p><p><strong>#gamblingaddiction</strong></p><p><strong>#recovery</strong></p><p><strong>#gamblersanonymous</strong></p><p><strong>#gambling</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Helpful links:</strong></p><p><a href="https://www.ncpgambling.org/"><u>https://www.ncpgambling.org/</u></a> You can find State and International Resources Here</p><p><a href="https://800gambler.org/"><u>https://800gambler.org/</u></a></p><p><a href="https://www.gamblersanonymous.org/ga/"><u>https://www.gamblersanonymous.org/ga/</u></a></p><p><a href="https://gamblersinrecovery.com/"><u>https://gamblersinrecovery.com/</u></a> - 24/7 meetings all over the world</p><p><a href="https://recoveryroadonline.com/"><u>https://recoveryroadonline.com/</u></a> - meetings throughout the day</p><p>Christina Cook: <a href="https://thebrokegirlsociety.com/"><u>https://thebrokegirlsociety.com/</u></a> / <a href="mailto:[email protected]"><u>[email protected]</u></a></p><p><strong>UK Help:</strong></p><p><a href="https://gordonmoody.org.uk/"><u>https://gordonmoody.org.uk/</u></a></p><p><a href="https://www.betknowmoreuk.org/services/new-beginnings"><u>https://www.betknowmoreuk.org/services/new-beginnings</u></a></p><p><strong>Australia Help:</strong></p><p><a href="https://www.gamblinghelponline.org.au/"><u>https://www.gamblinghelponline.org.au/</u></a></p><p><strong>Canada Help:</strong></p><p><a href="https://www.camh.ca/en/health-info/mental-illness-and-addiction-index/problem-gambling"><u>https://www.camh.ca/en/health-info/mental-illness-and-addiction-index/problem-gambling</u></a></p><p><br></p>
March 9, 2025
<p>In this episode, Beth shares her personal journey of gambling addiction, detailing how a social activity spiraled into a life-altering addiction. She discusses the early signs of her problem, the impact on her relationships, and the moment she hit rock bottom. Beth emphasizes the importance of seeking help and the challenges of early recovery, as well as the rewarding experience of helping others who are struggling with similar issues. Her story is one of resilience, hope, and the ongoing journey of rebuilding her life and relationships after gambling.</p><p><strong>**If you are struggling with your mental health or having thoughts of self harm, please seek the help of professionals. We only speak from our own perspective and experience. This recording should not be used as a replacement for professional help but as encouragement in your recovery journey. </strong></p><p>~ This episode is sponsored by The Better Institute - Where people go to get better!</p><p> <a href="https://betterinstitute.com/problem-gambling-help/'"><u>https://betterinstitute.com/problem-gambling-help/'</u></a></p><p>~ Gamfin - Financial Counseling with counselors who understand the impacts of gambling on financial health and individual goals. (For those in the US only). </p><p><a href="https://www.gamfin.org/"><u>https://www.gamfin.org/</u></a> </p><p>~ Evive - An app that can help you better understand your relationship with gambling and help you navigate recovery in a new way! Use code BGS for ONE year free!! </p><p><a href="https://www.getevive.com/"><u>https://www.getevive.com/</u></a></p><p>Resource Book: <a href="https://bgs-media.com/resources/"><u>https://bgs-media.com/resources/</u></a></p><p>-************************************************************************************************************</p><p>For more information on the GRIT Act:</p><p><a href="https://www.ncpgambling.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/2022.09.01-GRIT-Act-OneSheet.pdf"><u>https://www.ncpgambling.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/2022.09.01-GRIT-Act-OneSheet.pdf</u></a></p><p>If you’d like to support the work I do please rate this episode (Please be Kind!)</p><p><strong>#gamblingaddiction</strong></p><p><strong>#recovery</strong></p><p><strong>#gamblersanonymous</strong></p><p><strong>#gambling</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Helpful links:</strong></p><p><a href="https://www.ncpgambling.org/"><u>https://www.ncpgambling.org/</u></a> You can find State and International Resources Here</p><p><a href="https://800gambler.org/"><u>https://800gambler.org/</u></a></p><p><a href="https://www.gamblersanonymous.org/ga/"><u>https://www.gamblersanonymous.org/ga/</u></a></p><p><a href="https://gamblersinrecovery.com/"><u>https://gamblersinrecovery.com/</u></a> - 24/7 meetings all over the world</p><p><a href="https://recoveryroadonline.com/"><u>https://recoveryroadonline.com/</u></a> - meetings throughout the day</p><p>Christina Cook: <a href="https://thebrokegirlsociety.com/"><u>https://thebrokegirlsociety.com/</u></a> / <a href="mailto:[email protected]"><u>[email protected]</u></a></p><p><strong>UK Help:</strong></p><p><a href="https://gordonmoody.org.uk/"><u>https://gordonmoody.org.uk/</u></a></p><p><a href="https://www.betknowmoreuk.org/services/new-beginnings"><u>https://www.betknowmoreuk.org/services/new-beginnings</u></a></p><p><strong>Australia Help:</strong></p><p><a href="https://www.gamblinghelponline.org.au/"><u>https://www.gamblinghelponline.org.au/</u></a></p><p><strong>Canada Help:</strong></p><p><a href="https://www.camh.ca/en/health-info/mental-illness-and-addiction-index/problem-gambling"><u>https://www.camh.ca/en/health-info/mental-illness-and-addiction-index/problem-gambling</u></a></p><p><br></p>
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