About this episode

The episode explores the rise of sports gambling among young men in the U.S. and the associated risks of addiction.

More than half of men under 50 in the U.S. have an open online sports book. Public health experts warn it's easier than ever to get addicted to gambling. Atlantic staff writer McKay Coppins spent a year exploring the world of sports betting, and why the pastime is particularly bad for young men. *** Thank you for listening. Help power On Point by making a donation here: wbur.org/giveonpoint

People in this episode

Host: Meghna Chakrabarti

Guest: McKay Coppins

Topics covered

• sports gambling
• addiction
• public health
• young men
• online betting

Keywords

• sports betting
• gambling addiction
• public health experts
• young men
• online sports book

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Atlantic

Places: U.S.

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