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    What are your thoughts on the ethics of gambling advertising, especially concerning vulnerable populations?

    Honestly, one of those things that are so annoying on gambling sites is the ads. They drive me nuts as they always show winners and some flashy graphics, but you will never see the players that are struggling or losing behind the scenes. When my uncle went through a bad patch with online...
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    ticket from horse game

    That sucks really bad. I honestly hope they sort it out quickly. I think people need to make their screenshots ready just like you did, as it makes it easier to prove stuff.
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    How often do you study poker?

    Honestly, I don't study as much as I should. There was a time I watched a YouTube video and I also read a hand history thread in some forums. I might have to go back to poker school soon. 🤣
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    Were you scared to play for real money when you first started playing poker?

    Yeah, I think it’s normal to be nervous the first time. Even a small buy-in can be huge to a newbie in the game . It will take a few games before they stopped shaking when pushing chips in.🤣
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    Do you prefer online poker or live poker, and what are your reasons?

    I like to be on live poker rather than online as well. Online is pretty fast, but sitting at a real table feels way more intense, and you can actually remember the hands.
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    What are your best tips for managing your sports betting bankroll for long-term longevity?

    I’m not perfect at it, but what works for me is setting units, like I only ever bet a small % of my roll, no matter how sure I feel about the betting options I want to pick. This has kept me from going broke. Also, I never bet when I’m frustrated. This is learnt the hard way after a bad loss in...
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    If you won the lottery, what are the first three things you'd do?

    First thing, I’d pay off all my debts. This is just to breathe easy and be free. Then I’d help my parents fix up their old house, they’ve been wanting that for years. And honestly? I’d take a month trip somewhere warm and shut my phone off. Just to disappear for a while and think about myself alone.
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    Do roulette systems like Martingale or Fibonacci actually work, or are they just a myth?

    I tried Martingale once and it’s great until you hit a long losing streak, then it wipes you out. It looks smart on paper, but casinos know exactly how those systems play out. At the end of the day, it’s a game of chance. I laugh now thinking I actually believed it was a hack. For me, it wasn't...
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    What are the "red flags" that indicate recreational gambling might be becoming problematic?

    For me, it’s when you stop caring about the fun and only think about the money. I noticed I’d skip hanging out with my friends because I wanted “one more game.” That’s not healthy. Another red flag is when wins don’t even feel good anymore. Those are my red flags. What about you?
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    Have you ever fallen into the "chasing losses" trap, and if so, how did you overcome it?

    I’ve been there more than once. One night I kept telling myself, “just one more bet” after a bad streak and I ended up losing double what I planned. It honestly took walking away for a few weeks to reset my head. It wasn't a palatable situation at all. Now I just treat whatever I put in as...
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    When does using gambling as an escape cross the line into something problematic?

    For me, it’s exactly when you’re not even enjoying it anymore. It's at the point where you’re just doing it to block out stress. I hit that wall once and that was during a rough patch at work and it scared me a bit. Now I always check myself because it should be fun and not feel like a crutch.
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    How do you manage powerful emotions like greed and fear while gambling?

    Badly sometimes, if I’m being real. Greed kicks in after a couple of small wins and suddenly I’m risking way more than planned. This is not peculiar to me, as it happens to so many people too. The only thing that helps is stepping away from the screen for a bit to save yourself.
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    What role do superstition and luck play in your personal gambling experiences?

    I’ll admit it. I’ve also done it before, especially when I'm playing virtual bets. I sat in the same chair, sometimes I touched the screen for “luck” like it makes a difference. 😂 Deep down I know it’s nonsense, but at the moment it feels like you’re doing something that will bring fortune. 😂
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    What's the biggest lesson, good or bad, that gambling has taught you?

    Well, that feeling of chasing losses is very brutal. I once doubled down after a bad beat and I just dug myself even deeper. The big lesson I learnt was to walk away while you still can. On the flip side, I’ve learned to actually enjoy the entertainment side rather than thinking of "I'll win...
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    What are your best strategies for setting and sticking to time and money limits when gambling?

    I’ve actually had to learn the hard way. These days I just decide on the cash to use before I even open an app or go to the gambling shop. And once it’s gone, I’m done. This is the same with time too. I’ll literally set a timer because I know I can lose hours if I’m not careful. I’m not perfect...
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    What's your favorite gambling-related movie or TV show, and why?

    For me it’s Rounders. That movie made poker look way cooler than it probably is in real life. I love the whole underground vibe and Matt Damon playing with the sharks, all just stuck with me. I even tried learning Texas Hold’em after watching it and quickly realized that this wasn't real.
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    Is AI making personalized gambling experiences smarter for players, or potentially more addictive?

    A bit of both if I’m to be honest here. It’s cool when a site remembers your favorite game and pushes it on you, but it’s also going to be so scary how it can keep nudging you. A lot of people would just take a step back once they realized it was tailoring offers to them. I would say it’s...
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    What innovations would you most like to see in the evolution of online casino games?

    For me, I’d love to see more social stuff. The whole sitting alone at a slot machine gets boring very fast. If you have been there, you would understand what I mean. Imagine proper VR poker nights where you can actually see people’s reactions and mess around a bit. That’d keep me playing longer...
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    Do you believe the rise of Esports betting is the next big thing in the gambling industry?

    Honestly, I think it’s already happening. I’ve seen more of my younger cousins throw money on CS:GO matches than football. It feels like the energy is shifting there, especially with how global esports is. I don’t even follow all the games, but you can’t ignore the noise here and there.
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