Rise In Online Gambling Among Kids And Teens | Michelle Pfeiffer and Elle Fanning Talk "Margo's Got Money Troubles"
CBS Mornings on the Go Podcast Recap
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Duration: 27 min
Guests: Dr. Sue Varma, Matt Schumer, Elle Fanning, Michelle Pfeiffer
Summary
This episode addresses the rise in online gambling among teenagers and features Dr. Sue Varma's advice for parents. It also includes a segment with Elle Fanning and Michelle Pfeiffer discussing their new TV series 'Margo's Got Money Troubles.'
What Happened
Dr. Sue Varma discusses the rise in online gambling among teenagers, highlighting its accessibility and the gamification elements that make it attractive to young people. She explains that after the Supreme Court's 2018 decision to allow states to legalize sports betting, the gambling industry saw a significant increase in spending, now reaching $150 billion annually.
Varma identifies several signs parents can watch for if they suspect their children are gambling online. These include irritability on game days, requests for more money, and changes in behavior such as withdrawing from family activities or selling personal items.
The episode also covers potential risks of an AI model developed by Anthropic, described as too powerful for public release. Matt Schumer, a former AI company founder, discusses the capabilities of the Claude Mythos Preview model, which can identify vulnerabilities in major systems, raising concerns about its potential misuse.
Anthropic's decision to withhold the model from public release, despite its profitability, is noted as a significant ethical stance. Schumer emphasizes the model's power and its implications for industries reliant on software, such as banking and national infrastructure.
Elle Fanning and Michelle Pfeiffer talk about their roles in the new TV series 'Margo's Got Money Troubles,' where Fanning plays a college dropout using unconventional means to support her child. Pfeiffer highlights her character's protective nature and the dynamics of playing Fanning's mother.
Fanning and Pfeiffer, who are also executive producers of the series, describe the show's exploration of complex family relationships and financial struggles. Their previous collaborations include working together on 'Maleficent' and Fanning's early role as a double for her sister Dakota.
The episode concludes with a segment from David Bagneau's series 'Bag Knows America,' featuring a story about the impact of two educators on a student's life. This heartfelt narrative underscores the importance of supportive figures in overcoming personal challenges.
Key Insights
- Online gambling among teenagers is increasing due to accessibility and gamification, with 36% of boys aged 11-17 and 49% of 17-year-olds having gambled in the past year.
- Parents should watch for signs of online gambling in their children, such as irritability on game days, unexpected financial behaviors, and changes in social interactions.
- Anthropic's Claude Mythos Preview is a powerful AI model designed to identify security flaws, but its potential misuse has led the company to restrict its public release.
- Elle Fanning and Michelle Pfeiffer's new series 'Margo's Got Money Troubles' explores themes of financial struggle and familial relationships, highlighting the challenges faced by a young mother.