40. The Virtues of Vice
November 2, 2026 – 22 min 3 sec
What happens when age-old vices get a modern upgrade? On this episode of Tapping Into Uncomfortable, Dr. Reade Hubert explores compulsive app use, online gambling, and high-potency THC, asking whether greater convenience comes with a greater human cost.
Dr. Hubert examines the pull of reward-driven behavior, the relationship between anxiety and escapism, and the consequences that can ripple through families and communities. From infinite scrolling to betting from the couch, this conversation challenges listeners to consider when comfort becomes compulsion and who ultimately pays the price.
- Old habits have new delivery systems. Smartphones bring entertainment, gambling, and opportunities for compulsive behavior directly into everyday life.
Relief can become a loop. The episode explores how anxiety can encourage escape into screens or gambling, potentially creating further distress.
Convenience deserves scrutiny. Dr. Hubert questions what happens when engaging activities become constantly available with little friction.
THC potency is central to the discussion. He raises concerns about stronger products, tolerance, accidental exposure, and public perceptions of safety.
The consequences extend beyond the individual. The conversation considers effects on families, mental health services, and the balance between tax revenue and social costs.
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