Victory Over Vices
The Intersection of Sports, Mental Health and Addiction
Victory Over Vices presents an extraordinary fusion of the thrilling world of sports with the profound struggles stemming from addiction, compulsive behaviors, and various challenges that demand the resilience of a true champion. In this innovative show, we dive into some of contemporary culture’s most provocative and pressing topics, illuminating the triumphant stories of individuals who have overcome great adversities.
Dan Hauser explores these remarkable victories and spotlights the potential risk factors that continue to pose significant threats within our society. Join us as Dan and his guests discuss the tumultuous journeys through broken roads and the relentless spirit required to triumph. Discover how real life unfolds in its rawest form, often beginning only after the game has ended and the whistle has blown.
Dreaming The Impossible – Former NFL DB Doug Middleton’s Mental Health Mission
Doug Middleton, a former NFL safety, discusses the challenges he faced in his career, including not being drafted and recovering from season-ending injuries.
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Athletes & Addiction: Can Athletes be ADDICTED To Their Sport?
In this new episode of Victory Over Vices, host Dan Hauser and Dr. Natalie Klag, Associate Professor of Psychiatry at @theohiostateuniversity delve into the intriguing world of athletes and their potential addiction to sports.
The Betting Game: Integrity vs. Income in Pro Sports
In our latest episode of the "Victory over Vices" podcast, hosted by Dan Hauser, we dived deep into a pressing and complex topic – the increasingly intricate relationship between professional sports leagues and the gambling industry.
Rising Above: Mike McDaniel’s Journey from Adversity to NFL Stardom
Welcome to our latest episode of "Victory Over Vices", where we spotlight sports personalities who've risen above life's challenges. Today's focus is on Mike McDaniel, head coach of the Miami Dolphins, who battled alcohol addiction to take the NFL by storm. Learn how his story reminds us that while addiction doesn't discriminate, it's possible to turn setbacks into comeback stories.
Bet Beyond the Bunker: Golf Great Phil Mickelson’s Hidden Hazards
Join Dan Hauser in the inaugural episode of "Victory Over Vices". This episode shines a spotlight on the darker side of sports, featuring startling revelations about golf legend Phil Mickelson's gambling habits, as unveiled by renowned gambler Billy Walters. Special thanks to Adam Fonseca of @golfunfiltered for joining us today!