Craig Carton has made an astonishing sports media revival following prison time after convictions in 2019 and 2020. FS1 co-host Breakfast bowl He’s open about how his gambling addiction has led to his legal troubles. And beyond his regular media work, he also employs several projects to help others fight addiction.
These projects range from hosting weekly responsible gambling shows Hello, my name is Craig Carton is now launching a new monthly for WFAN to play its role as Fanduel’s responsible gaming ambassador in 2021, and as part of the latter role Comeback in Craig Carton Fan Duel TV program. It will see him talking about their story with others who fought gambling addiction. Details from the release are available.
Fanduel TV has launched “Comeback with Craig Carton,” a new show that focuses on gambling recovery in issues, hosted by Fanduel’s responsible gaming ambassador and FS1’s “Breakfast Ball” Craig Carton. Carton sits with people who have experienced highs and lows of gambling addiction to amplify the story, break down the stigma surrounding gambling disorders, raise awareness of support resources for individuals and their families, and demonstrate that recovery is possible.
“As someone who personally navigated the challenges of gambling addiction, I understand the impact it has on your life and the lives of those who care about,” Craig Carton said. “The road to recovery is not easy, but I’ve been committed to helping others who are facing similar struggles. My mission for this show is to inspire hope, provide support, and remind everyone that the path to regaining control begins with understanding.”
Craig Carton With Craig Carton Now in the first episode On YouTube And Fundale TV extras, Carton, spoke with a former 11-year NBA veteran, recovering issues about his history with gambling, how his life has changed, from his final bets to hitting the rock bottom. Randy’s wife, Anita Ondin Smith, joined us to explain the struggles she faced as a spouse, the warning signs she saw in Randy, and how their marriage is stronger than ever. Randy and Anita recently joined Fanduel as responsible gaming ambassadors and launched a “Reliable Voice: A Betting Conversation.” This was a new resource hub designed to equip parents, guardians and coaches, providing tools and resources to talk to young people about risks related to gambling and where to go to support.
“Our hope for a comeback for Craig Carton is to raise awareness of the gambling issue and promote open dialogue to tackle the stigma that remains present today,” said Fundererel’s senior vice president of public policy and sustainability Corey Fox. “Whether these conversations are with friends, spouses, parents, or coaches, we want to educate our audience about what the warning signs are and make them comfortable looking for help.”
Beyond personal interviews about living experiences and recovery, the show also introduces discussions on money management, support services, self-exclusion, and responsible gaming tools. New episodes of Comeback in Craig Carton It airs every month on streaming and YouTube channels supported by Fanduel TV’s additional free ads. For more information about the show, including interviews and resources, please see The substance.
