Conversations About Betting

On this site you will find:

  • Educational content to learn more about the risks

  • Parent toolkit and other resources to start the conversation

  • Talking points

  • Randy & Anita’s lived experience

How to Talk to Young Adults About Gambling

Trusted Voices: Conversations About Betting is designed to equip adults, including parents and coaches, with tools and resources to talk to young people about gambling, including information on warning signs, risks and proxy betting.

The program is led by retired professional basketball player Randy Livingston and his wife, basketball agent Anita Smith, who share their personal stories related to problem gambling, with the hope of preventing others from experiencing similar harms.