S3EP1 Why Aren't Loot Boxes Considered To Be Gambling?
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BBC The Social's gaming correspondent Jordan Middler investigates why one of gaming's most hotly-discussed and controversial issues isn't considered in the same way as gambling in the UK as he meets other gamers, shares some FIFA experiences of his own and speaks to a lawyer, to get a hold on what's going on. If you are affected by any issues in this episode, please see more information in the BBC Action Line on Addiction: https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/articles/1kS7QTDB16PWkywhsXJLzxz/information-and-support-addiction-alcohol-drugs-and-gambling This episode was written and presented by Jordan Middler Produced by Ally McCrae & Ross Semple Senior Producers are Kirsty Drain & Paul McFadyen Exec Producer is Anthony Browne Original Pilot Material is a podcast for BBC Sounds from the team behind BBC The Social, the award winning new talent platform from BBC Scotland. Live in the UK and want to pitch an idea? [email protected]
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