This episode of Addiction: An Hour With Auer sees us welcome the wonderful Keith Whyte to the show. If you’re not familiar with Keith’s work, where have you been exactly???

Keith discusses his extensive experience and the evolution of responsible gambling practices in the US, reflecting on the formation of the American Gaming Association (AGA), the growing awareness of problem gambling, and the importance of setting limits for players. The discussion also touches on the psychological aspects of gambling, the unique role of lotteries, and the future of safer gambling strategies. And, of course, much more.

Choice quotes:

• "Understanding the psychology of gambling is crucial."
• "Safer gambling equals higher lifetime value for operators."

Chapters

01:00 Introduction to Keith Whyte and His Background

03:56 The Evolution of the AGA and Responsible Gambling

06:41 The Rise of Problem Gambling Awareness

09:39 Key Figures in Responsible Gambling Research

12:35 The Impact of Gambling Disorder Classification

15:42 The Shift Towards Gambling-Related Harm

18:42 The Role of Lotteries in Gambling Discussions

21:41 Understanding the Psychology of Gambling

24:35 The Importance of Setting Limits in Gambling

27:43 The Future of Responsible Gambling Strategies

Not a clue why the chapters end there, we talk for another 30 minutes after this!