Gambling and drinking are rampant in Irish culture and could have a negative impact on the nation as a whole.
That's according to a recovering gambling addict and alcoholic, Westmeath's Liam Glynn, who is about to celebrate is second year in recovery.
He shares an honest story about developing a gambling problem while working in a bookies. Liam tells of how he tried to mask his addiction and hide it from loved ones, and even crashing his car failed to make him realise he actually had a problem.
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