The Broke Girl Society Podcast

Jan 26 2025 114 ep. 47 mins
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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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Steps 11 & 12 with Terra!

Jan 26 2025 61 mins  
In this episode of the Broke Girl Society podcast, hosts Christina and Terra delve into the final steps of their recovery journey, focusing on Steps 11 and 12. Explore with us the themes of connecting with a higher power, navigating personal beliefs in recovery, and the importance of finding safe spaces . We discuss the role of service in recovery, the impact of codependency on rel

Part Two: Ladies of the BGS support group share their journey and hope

Dec 31 2024 44 mins  
*Trigger warning: Suicidal ideations and abuse are mentioned in this episode. There are some audio issues in this episode as well. Part Two: Beth - Alisha - Susan In this episode of the Broke Girl Society podcast, the hosts and guests share their personal journeys of overcoming gambling addiction/affliction/disorder/problem. They reflect on the challenges they faced, the steps they

Part One: Ladies from the BGS support group share their journey and hope

Dec 31 2024 56 mins  
*Trigger warning: Suicidal ideations and abuse are mentioned in this episode. There are some audio issues in this episode as well. Part One: Gail - Cathy - Kim - Sonia In this episode of the Broke Girl Society podcast, the hosts and guests share their personal journeys of overcoming gambling addiction/affliction/disorder/problem. They reflect on the challenges they faced, the steps

Season Greetings / Season Finale

Dec 21 2024 13 mins  
In this season finale of the Broke Girl Society podcast, host Christina reflects on the journey of recovery from gambling addiction, expressing gratitude for the support received from listeners and sponsors. She emphasizes the importance of sharing personal stories to break the stigma surrounding gambling-related harms, particularly for women. Christina highlights the power of reco

Jim & Janice from GamFin - Financial Counseling for those impacted by gambling harms

Nov 29 2024 48 mins  
In this episode of The Broke Girl Society Podcast, Christina is joined by Jim and Janice from GamFin to explore the financial harms caused by gambling. Jim shares his personal experience with gambling-related harm and how it led him to his work at GamFin. Janice explains her role in guiding clients through the complexities of their financial situations while also acknowledging th

Robin with The Better Institute - Family Therapy Edition

Nov 11 2024 31 mins  
In this episode of the Broke Girl Society podcast, host Christina engages with Robin, a licensed professional counselor, to discuss the complexities of gambling disorder and its impact on families. They explore the importance of recovery for both gamblers and their loved ones, the stigma surrounding gambling addiction, and the necessity of therapy in navigating these challenges. Th

Talking Step 10 with Terra

Nov 01 2024 47 mins  
Recovery Step 10: Continued to take personal inventory and when we were wrong, promptly admitted it. In this episode, Christina and Terra discuss the importance of accountability and personal inventory in recovery, focusing on Step 10 of the 12-step program. They explore the significance of daily reflection, the challenges of avoidance and conflict, and the role of journaling as a

Francie's Update - The Healing Chapters Series

Oct 21 2024 40 mins  
Francie's story is one of resilience, hope, and a commitment to helping others facing similar challenges. In this conversation, Christina reconnects with Francie, a guest who shared her story of recovery from gambling addiction in a previous episode (March/2023). They discuss Francie's progress since then, including her two years of abstinence from gambling and her involvement in

Dr. Meredith Ginley - The Gambling Clinic

Sep 16 2024 49 mins  
In this episode of the Broke Girl Society podcast, host Christina speaks with Dr. Meredith Ginley from the Tennessee Gambling Clinic about the unique challenges of gambling addiction and the importance of specialized treatment. They discuss the gambling landscape in Tennessee, including the impact of the lottery and scratch-off tickets, and share strategies for avoiding gambling te

Jodie's Story

Sep 06 2024 49 mins  
In this conversation, Jodie N. shares her journey of gambling harms and the work she does in this space. She talks about her first memories of gambling and how it didn't become a problem until later in life. The conversation also touches on the transference of addiction and the importance of addressing underlying issues in recovery. She also highlights the four pillars of recov