Never Enough Zeroes
Joel Soper
When Joel Soper placed his first “sure thing” bet at the Detroit Race Course back in 1987, he never imagined that such an innocent gesture might lead him down the path to gambling addiction. But now, after tossing millions of dollars into the bonfire of unfulfilled dreams, Joel is stepping out of the shadows to bare his soul about the realities of compulsive sports betting.
Never Enough Zeroes is an unflinching and searing portrayal that exposes the all-too-human foibles of a man trapped on the treadmill of obsession. Co-author Philip Wyeth captures the essence of Joel’s tortured existence by telling his unforgettable life story with compassion, humor, and literary flair.
The result is a memoir that will touch readers from all backgrounds as it throws a lifeline to anyone caught in the relentless undertow of addiction who also dreams of creating a better version of themselves.
“I’ve made millions of dollars with my silver tongue, but it always just slips through my fingers...”
As more states legalize gambling across the nation, Joel’s story is an especially timely warning about this scourge where losses often extend beyond money into broken relationships and mental health issues. The proliferation of live betting has the potential to turn a generation of unwitting sports fans into nothing more than rats frantically tapping their phone screens for the next dopamine rush.
This book is a call to action! It raises a banner of hope amid a sea of desperation, and signals the start of a new alliance which is weaving a safety net so that addicts of all stripes might never hit rock bottom again.
As Joel continues his difficult journey as a “work in progress,” he hopes that Never Enough Zeroes will be a worthy addition to the self-help canon, as well as a companion piece to the mental health professional’s bookshelf.
“If you know you’re powerless over gambling, how can you make gambling powerless over you?”
Duration - 4h 3m.
Author - Joel Soper.
Narrator - Jeffrey Holz.
Published Date - Sunday, 22 January 2023.
Copyright - © 2022 Joel Soper and Philip Wyeth ©.
Location:
United States
Description:
When Joel Soper placed his first “sure thing” bet at the Detroit Race Course back in 1987, he never imagined that such an innocent gesture might lead him down the path to gambling addiction. But now, after tossing millions of dollars into the bonfire of unfulfilled dreams, Joel is stepping out of the shadows to bare his soul about the realities of compulsive sports betting. Never Enough Zeroes is an unflinching and searing portrayal that exposes the all-too-human foibles of a man trapped on the treadmill of obsession. Co-author Philip Wyeth captures the essence of Joel’s tortured existence by telling his unforgettable life story with compassion, humor, and literary flair. The result is a memoir that will touch readers from all backgrounds as it throws a lifeline to anyone caught in the relentless undertow of addiction who also dreams of creating a better version of themselves. “I’ve made millions of dollars with my silver tongue, but it always just slips through my fingers...” As more states legalize gambling across the nation, Joel’s story is an especially timely warning about this scourge where losses often extend beyond money into broken relationships and mental health issues. The proliferation of live betting has the potential to turn a generation of unwitting sports fans into nothing more than rats frantically tapping their phone screens for the next dopamine rush. This book is a call to action! It raises a banner of hope amid a sea of desperation, and signals the start of a new alliance which is weaving a safety net so that addicts of all stripes might never hit rock bottom again. As Joel continues his difficult journey as a “work in progress,” he hopes that Never Enough Zeroes will be a worthy addition to the self-help canon, as well as a companion piece to the mental health professional’s bookshelf. “If you know you’re powerless over gambling, how can you make gambling powerless over you?” Duration - 4h 3m. Author - Joel Soper. Narrator - Jeffrey Holz. Published Date - Sunday, 22 January 2023. Copyright - © 2022 Joel Soper and Philip Wyeth ©.
Language:
English
Opening Credits
Duration:00:00:09
Introduction
Duration:00:06:36
Chapter 1: Johnny Appleseed
Duration:00:06:00
Chapter 2: Never Enough Zeroes
Duration:00:07:42
Chapter 3: Who’s to Blame?
Duration:00:10:03
Chapter 4: The Cure for Boredom
Duration:00:06:54
Chapter 5: Last Second Loser
Duration:00:07:39
Chapter 6: Bring On the Rain
Duration:00:06:15
Chapter 7: The Silent Killer
Duration:00:08:32
Chapter 8: The Drowning Man
Duration:00:07:22
Chapter 9: The Dream of Icarus
Duration:00:08:21
Chapter 10: A Fresh Start
Duration:00:09:53
Chapter 11: Addictive Personalities
Duration:00:06:52
Chapter 12: Hitting Rock Bottom
Duration:00:18:51
Chapter 13: Superstition
Duration:00:07:35
Chapter 14: Letter to My Younger Self
Duration:00:09:00
Chapter 15: Caught in a Paradox
Duration:00:09:58
Chapter 16: Winsomnia
Duration:00:05:51
Chapter 17: Living a Lie
Duration:00:07:04
Chapter 18: The Rest of the Story
Duration:00:09:33
Chapter 19: The Untroubled Conscience
Duration:00:08:14
Chapter 20: A Better Tomorrow
Duration:00:06:42
Chapter 21: Love and Obsession
Duration:00:06:37
Chapter 22: Predatory Promises
Duration:00:07:04
Chapter 23: Manipulation
Duration:00:07:32
Chapter 24: Telling Tales
Duration:00:07:24
Chapter 25: Rebel Without a Cause
Duration:00:06:17
Chapter 26: Hiding in the Shadows
Duration:00:08:23
Chapter 27: Work in Progress
Duration:00:06:12
Chapter 28: Alien Life Form
Duration:00:06:30
Chapter 29: Panning for Gold
Duration:00:07:47
Epilogue: Lighthouses
Duration:00:03:42
About the Authors
Duration:00:00:47
Ending Credits
Duration:00:00:18