On this episode of Hold or Fold: Worldwide, Ben has a chat with Patrick Chester from the USA

Ben quickly realises that he and Patrick have many similarities in their stories. From knee injuries ending their sporting careers and leading to gambling to their partners suspecting infidelity due to their secretive behaviour.

What follows is a fascinating conversation between two people, who live thousands of miles apart in countries with entirely different gambling cultures, and find so much common ground. They share stories of growing up, trying to forge a bond with parents, how gambling impacted so drastically on their lives and how they’ve been able to come through that and turn their lives around. Patrick also shares his incredible Superbowl story which you absolutely have to hear

Patrick is another guest who represents the amazing ‘Epic Global Solutions’ - Epic have continually offered their support to ‘Hold or Fold’ and are doing amazing things to educate people and organisations on the potential dangers of gambling.

USEFUL LINKS:

• EPIC Global Solutions

• The National Problem Gambling Helpline (US)

• Reframe Coaching

• Gamcare

• Gordon Moody

• Gamfam

• Gamlearn

• Bet Know More

• Breakeven

Call the National Gambling helpline, for free, on 0808 8020 133

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This episode is hosted by...

Ben Jones & Steve Girling

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Thanks to GambleAware for the support