The Breakeven Podcast

Episode 24: Louise and Craig - "We've got the old us back"

In this heartfelt episode, Louise and Craig share their honest journey through the impact of gambling on their relationship, and how they found the strength to seek support together. Louise speaks openly about her experience, while Craig reflects on how it affected them both — offering an insight into the realities couples can face. What makes this conversation so special is the outcome. Through reaching out for help, they’ve rebuilt their relationship and come back stronger than ever. 💛 This episode was truly a breath of fresh air to film — a reminder that recovery is possible, and positive change can happen. Louise and Craig also share their gratitude for the support they received from Breakeven along the way. 🎧 Listen now and be inspired by their story.

Episode 23: Lewis - "My rock bottom took my freedom away"

In this powerful and deeply honest episode, we sit down with Lewis, who shares his journey from what felt like harmless football accumulators and a birthday trip to Las Vegas, to a gambling addiction that quickly took hold of his life. What began as casual betting escalated beyond his control. Lewis speaks candidly about how gambling became his focus, the lengths he went to in order to fund his addiction, and the impact it had on his life and those around him. Following a long-anticipated prison sentencing, Lewis was finally forced to stop and reflect. It was during this time that he began to confront the reality of his situation and seek help. Through support from Breakeven, Epic Restart and Reframe Coaching, Lewis started the process of rebuilding his life. Today, his story is one of accountability, growth and hope. We are thrilled to share that Lewis has made a remarkable turnaround and is now training to be a Peer-Aid with Betknowmore, and a co-founder of Good Mind Circles — a supportive community helping individuals and families affected by gambling harms. This episode is a reminder that recovery is possible, that support matters, and that even in the darkest moments, change can begin.

Episode 22: Mark King - “Nothing good comes out of gambling”

In this episode, professional snooker player Mark King speaks openly about his experience with gambling addiction. Mark shares how gambling took hold, the impact it had on his life, and how it affected his professional snooker career. An honest and important conversation about the realities of gambling harm and recovery.

Episode 21: Val - “It said in the email that he was going to take his own life”

Gambling harm affects more than just the person gambling. For the first time on the podcast, we explore the parent’s perspective. Val bravely shares how it felt to watch her son struggle, and speaks about the devastating day she received an email saying he planned to take his own life because of his gambling. Thankfully, Val reached him in time — and today, he’s turned his life around. A moving episode that sheds light on the impact gambling harm has on families and loved ones, offering a viewpoint we rarely hear. #GamblingHarm #AffectedOther #ParentOfAGambler

Episode 20: Ben Howard - “Think back to that winning streak, it's going to happen again”

Ben Howard’s first visit to a casino was a winning one — and that’s where it all began. For 14 years, Ben chased that first win, believing he could beat the odds. But his addiction spiralled, leading him to steal money to fund his gambling. Eventually, Ben made the brave decision to hand himself in to the police. Now, he’s turned his life around — working as a Recovery Coach for Reframe Coaching, helping others rebuild their lives too. A powerful story of accountability, change, and hope. 💬 #Breakeven #GamblingRecovery #AddictionAwareness #Podcast #RecoveryJourney #ReframeCoaching #CriminalJustice