Player Health, City Council Bid & The Fight for a National Helpline, with Marlene Warner

Marlene Warner, CEO of the Massachusetts Council on Gaming and Health, joins the show to discuss her career path, responsible gaming (RG) advocacy, and crucial industry issues.Warner holds a BA in sociology and an MA in women's studies/communications, grounding her approach in studying people, using data, and advocating for underserved populations. In a timely update, she reveals she is currently pulling papers to run for City Councillor in her ward, following previous roles as student senate president.Key Discussion Highlights:• Career Recognition• Council Name Change• GameSense• National Helpline Barrier• RG in America• Industry StandardsWarner concludes by stressing that putting the right safeguards in place does not hurt business, and encourages everyone to promote the helpline and eliminate barriers