08 Apr 2001
Lucky Girl
Katlin is a high school student whose obsession with gambling leads to her accumulating a mountain of debt. Her habit also causes a high degree of family tension.
Can You Beat the Bookies?
Can you beat the bookies?
Comedian and presenter Lloyd Griffith embarks on an experiment to find out if he can uncover the secrets of gambling success and in the process learn the truth about how the industry operates.
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Lloyd Griffith Self - Presenter
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