Against The Podds
By sharing personal stories and expert insights, we strive to foster a supportive community for those affected.
AWARENESS
Stories That Matter
AWARENESS
Stories That Matter
Against The Podds is more than a podcast—it’s a raw, real platform for honest conversations around gambling, mental health, and recovery. Through lived experience and powerful storytelling, we’re breaking the silence, shifting perceptions, and giving people the courage to speak up.
Whether you’re listening in private or sharing an episode with someone who needs it, this is where real change begins.
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Breaks the Stigma Around Addiction
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Breaks the Stigma Around Addiction
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Accessible Anytime, Anywhere
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Accessible Anytime, Anywhere
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Driven by Lived Experience
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Driven by Lived Experience
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Ranked and Recognised Internationally
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Ranked and Recognised Internationally
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Engages Younger Audiences
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Engages Younger Audiences
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Sparks Conversations in Homes & Classrooms
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Sparks Conversations in Homes & Classrooms
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Funded by the Community, Not the Industry
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Funded by the Community, Not the Industry
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Builds a Loyal, Growing Community
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Builds a Loyal, Growing Community
AWARENESS
Stories That Matter
Against The Podds is more than a podcast—it’s a raw, real platform for honest conversations around gambling, mental health, and recovery. Through lived experience and powerful storytelling, we’re breaking the silence, shifting perceptions, and giving people the courage to speak up.
Whether you’re listening in private or sharing an episode with someone who needs it, this is where real change begins.
01.
Breaks the Stigma Around Addiction
02.
Accessible Anytime, Anywhere
03.
Driven by Lived Experience
04.
Ranked and Recognised Internationally
05.
Engages Younger Audiences
06.
Sparks Conversations in Homes & Classrooms
07.
Funded by the Community, Not the Industry
08.
Builds a Loyal, Growing Community
against the podds
What It Does
Against The Podds is a lived experience podcast produced by ATO, created to share honest stories around gambling harm, mental health, and recovery. Hosted by founder Aaron Abbott and guests from across the UK, each episode offers raw insight, practical takeaways, and a sense of community for anyone impacted by addiction.
Here’s an overview of what sets this podcast apart:
Real Conversations with Real People
Guests include former addicts, recovery coaches, mental health advocates, parents, and professionals—each bringing raw truth and value.
Accessible Across All Platforms
Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, and more, ensuring listeners can access episodes however and wherever they want.
Storytelling That Educates & Empowers
Each episode balances emotional storytelling with lessons, awareness, and encouragement—ideal for individuals, schools, and families.
Used in Workshops & Youth Programs
Clips and full episodes are used to complement ATO’s education sessions, extending the message beyond the classroom.
Funded Through Football Shirt Sales
Season 1 was made possible through the sale of custom ATO football shirts—proving impact doesn’t need corporate backing.
Future Seasons in Development
With new guests, live interviews, and community submissions on the horizon, Against The Podds is only just getting started.
against the podds
What It Does
Against The Podds is a lived experience podcast produced by ATO, created to share honest stories around gambling harm, mental health, and recovery. Hosted by founder Aaron Abbott and guests from across the UK, each episode offers raw insight, practical takeaways, and a sense of community for anyone impacted by addiction.
Here’s an overview of what sets this podcast apart:
Real Conversations with Real People
Guests include former addicts, recovery coaches, mental health advocates, parents, and professionals—each bringing raw truth and value.
Accessible Across All Platforms
Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, and more, ensuring listeners can access episodes however and wherever they want.
Storytelling That Educates & Empowers
Each episode balances emotional storytelling with lessons, awareness, and encouragement—ideal for individuals, schools, and families.
Used in Workshops & Youth Programs
Clips and full episodes are used to complement ATO’s education sessions, extending the message beyond the classroom.
Funded Through Football Shirt Sales
Season 1 was made possible through the sale of custom ATO football shirts—proving impact doesn’t need corporate backing.
Future Seasons in Development
With new guests, live interviews, and community submissions on the horizon, Against The Podds is only just getting started.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Got Questions? We've Got Answers!
Frequently Asked Questions
Got Questions? We've Got Answers!
What types of organisations does ATO work with?
Can workshops be customised for specific needs?
Do you provide resources following your workshops?
How do you measure the impact of your workshops?
What is your stance on gambling industry funding?
How can my organisation start a partnership with ATO?
What age groups do you target?
What types of organisations does ATO work with?
Can workshops be customised for specific needs?
Do you provide resources following your workshops?
How do you measure the impact of your workshops?
What is your stance on gambling industry funding?
How can my organisation start a partnership with ATO?
What age groups do you target?
Frequently Asked Questions