Kindbridge Research Podcast

In this episode, Daniel Umfleet, Director of the Financial Stability and Responsible Gambling (FSRG) Initiative and CEO of Kindbridge Group, joins our host, Dr. Nathan Smith, in our latest episode of the KRI Roundup. These experts discuss key panel topics from the recent G7 Canada Brain Economy Summit, highlighting the increasing global recognition of problem gambling, Kindbridge Research Institute's Financial Stability and Responsible Gambling (FSRG) program, emphasizing the importance of early financial education and collaborative industry efforts to create sustainable systems, and the national security issues linked to gambling and the broader impacts on public health.

In this episode of the KRI Roundup, our hosts, Nathan Smith and Brianne Doura-Schawohl, discuss the challenges of recovering from a demanding month of PGAM (Problem Gambling Awareness Month). They share practical tips for maintaining energy and health while balancing the demands of work and parenting. Brianne provides updates on the state of gambling policies in the US, with a focus on recent legislative developments in Hawaii, Oklahoma, and Minnesota, and also touches on prediction markets.

Our hosts, Nate and Brianne, discuss the nuances and daily struggles of PGAM (Problem Gambling Awareness Month) in this episode of the KRI Roundup. They highlight the legislative landscape surrounding gambling policies across different states, the impact of taxation on gambling, the complexities of legal and illegal gambling markets related to social harms, and more.

In this episode, our experts discuss the pervasive issue of problem gambling, highlighting that individuals determined to gamble will find ways to do so regardless of legal restrictions in their state. They also discuss the complex nature of this addiction and the need for better support and understanding of gambling addiction.

In this episode, Brianne and Nate discuss the federal and state-level developments in gambling legislation. They highlight the start of the 119th Congress with new leadership, the shift in control, and its potential impact on gambling bills like the GRIT Act and the SAFE Bet Act. They explore upcoming federal inquiries into sportsbook providers, the delayed GAO report on gambling in the military, and the focus on problem gambling, particularly surrounding age restrictions and responsible gambling tools. Our experts also touch on the efficacy of responsible gambling measures and the importance of collaboration between the industry and public health advocates. 

In this episode, Dr. Nathan Smith and Brianne Doura-Shawohl reflect on 2024's federal action in gambling and problem gambling policies during the general election year, how these developments tie into broader public health frameworks, and insights form the Senate Judiciary hearings into the political landscape surrounding gambling legislation.

In this episode, our experts talk about the evolving landscape of gambling expansion after this year's election, the epidemiology curve, and what that means for public health. They also explore the nuanced approaches to gambling policy, including the unique case of a state that voted to repeal a casino license.

Welcome to the KRI Roundup, where we get into the intersections of research, policy, and real-world impact in the world of gambling and gaming disorder with our hosts, Dr. Nathan Smith, Executive Director of Kindbridge Research Institute, and Brianne Doura-Schawohl, CEO and Founder of Doura-Schawohl Consulting LLC. In this first episode, we'll learn more about our hosts, who and what Kindbridge Research Institute is, and their mission in driving responsible gaming practices and support for individuals impacted by gambling and gaming disorder. Each episode will bring insights into the field, the latest in research, and candid conversations in understanding and tackling these complex issues.

In this webinar, gaming experts Christopher Schroder (Director at Colorado Division of Gaming), Louis Rogacki (Deputy Director and Assistant Attorney General at the New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement-NJDGE ), Mike Mosquito (Global Thought Leader in Emerging Technology and Innovation & Co-Founder and President of BotOn), Shawn Fluharty (Head of Government Affairs at Play'n Go and the President of the National Council of Legislators from Gaming States – NCLGS ), and moderator Dan Hartman (Former Director at Colorado Division of Gaming) discuss how generative AI and advanced player risk scoring systems can be integrated with healthcare data to revolutionize player care and safe play communications. Tune in to understand how these innovations are shaping the future of the gambling industry and learn about the measures being taken to safeguard players.