<p>It promised to modernise an age-old activity, bringing new convenience to a quick thrill. But has the internet instead delivered a predatory, 24/7 addiction machine that exploits our psychology with algorithms, leading to what many consider a serious public health crisis?</p><p>To help us understand what’s really at stake, we’re joined by Mark Kempster, a gambling reform advocate, and member of Australia’s Alliance For Gambling Reform’s Voices of Lived Experience program.</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/mark_kempster" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://www.instagram.com/mark_kempster</a><br><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-kempster-2925317b/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-kempster-2925317b/</a><br><a href="https://x.com/OffOdds" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://x.com/OffOdds</a><br><a href="https://www.agr.org.au/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://www.agr.org.au/</a> </p><p>In this episode, Mark joins us to explore the profound impact of the internet and technology on gambling behaviours, the addictive design of digital gambling apps, and the normalisation of online gambling in society.</p><p>We also look at the targeting of vulnerable demographics, the psychological effects of gambling, and the urgent need for reform and regulation to protect individuals and communities from the growing harms of online and digital gambling.</p><p>00:00 The Rise of Online Gambling and Its Impact</p><p>06:55 Addictive Design of Gambling Apps</p><p>11:48 Regulatory Challenges and Industry Influence</p><p>15:59 The Role of Data in Targeting Gamblers</p><p>23:38 The Future of Gambling Reform in Australia</p><p>25:33 The Pervasiveness of Gambling Among Youth</p><p>27:57 The Dangers of In-Play Betting</p><p>30:46 Normalisation of Gambling in Society</p><p>34:49 The Role of Technology in Gambling Addiction</p><p>39:03 The Need for Regulation and Accountability</p><p>43:33 Advocacy for Change and Hope for the Future</p><p>If you like what you hear, please follow the show, leave a review, or let us know what else you’d like us to look into at <a href="https://www.ruinedbytheinternet.com/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">⁠⁠https://www.ruinedbytheinternet.com/⁠⁠</a></p>

Ruined By The Internet?

Gareth King

Gambling: has the internet turned your phone into a 24/7 addiction machine? – Mark Kempster

NOV 2, 202551 MIN
Ruined By The Internet?

Gambling: has the internet turned your phone into a 24/7 addiction machine? – Mark Kempster

NOV 2, 202551 MIN

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<p>It promised to modernise an age-old activity, bringing new convenience to a quick thrill. But has the internet instead delivered a predatory, 24/7 addiction machine that exploits our psychology with algorithms, leading to what many consider a serious public health crisis?</p><p>To help us understand what’s really at stake, we’re joined by Mark Kempster, a gambling reform advocate, and member of Australia’s Alliance For Gambling Reform’s Voices of Lived Experience program.</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/mark_kempster" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://www.instagram.com/mark_kempster</a><br><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-kempster-2925317b/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-kempster-2925317b/</a><br><a href="https://x.com/OffOdds" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://x.com/OffOdds</a><br><a href="https://www.agr.org.au/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://www.agr.org.au/</a> </p><p>In this episode, Mark joins us to explore the profound impact of the internet and technology on gambling behaviours, the addictive design of digital gambling apps, and the normalisation of online gambling in society.</p><p>We also look at the targeting of vulnerable demographics, the psychological effects of gambling, and the urgent need for reform and regulation to protect individuals and communities from the growing harms of online and digital gambling.</p><p>00:00 The Rise of Online Gambling and Its Impact</p><p>06:55 Addictive Design of Gambling Apps</p><p>11:48 Regulatory Challenges and Industry Influence</p><p>15:59 The Role of Data in Targeting Gamblers</p><p>23:38 The Future of Gambling Reform in Australia</p><p>25:33 The Pervasiveness of Gambling Among Youth</p><p>27:57 The Dangers of In-Play Betting</p><p>30:46 Normalisation of Gambling in Society</p><p>34:49 The Role of Technology in Gambling Addiction</p><p>39:03 The Need for Regulation and Accountability</p><p>43:33 Advocacy for Change and Hope for the Future</p><p>If you like what you hear, please follow the show, leave a review, or let us know what else you’d like us to look into at <a href="https://www.ruinedbytheinternet.com/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">⁠⁠https://www.ruinedbytheinternet.com/⁠⁠</a></p>