
Tony Mantor: Why Not Me ?
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Latest episode: Thu Dec 18 2025
Embracing Autism/Mental Health WorldwideAutism is a complex neurodevelopmental condition affecting millions worldwide, characterized by challenges in social interaction, communication, and repetitive behaviors. Despite increasing recognition, there remains a lack of understanding and awareness about the condition.Mental health encompasses a range of conditions impacting emotional, psychological, and social well-being, affecting millions globally. It includes disorders like anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and psychosis. Schizophrenia is marked by symptoms such as hallucinations, delusions, and disorganized thinking, while psychosis involves a loss of contact with reality, often presenting with similar symptoms. Despite growing awareness, stigma and misconceptions about mental health, particularly schizophrenia and psychosis, persist, underscoring the need for greater understanding and support.From celebrating neurodiversity to breaking down stigma, we create a safe space for listeners to learn, grow, and feel seen. Whether you're on the spectrum, a caregiver, or an advocate, join our global community for inspiring conversations and empowering resources that uplift and unite. Tune in to embrace understanding, healing, and hope worldwide!Together, we can create a more informed and compassionate society for individuals with Autism and Mental Illness.
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Dec18Judge Milton Mack: A Man on a Mission to Reform Mental Health27mins
Dec17Joe Feldman: Overcoming Mental Health Insurance Roadblocks26mins
Dec11Bonus Episode: Caroline Levander: Embracing Creativity in Education29mins
Dec10Jason Moyle: Tuning into Triumph and his journey with Cerebral Palsy in the U.K.27mins
Dec9BONUS EPISODE: Kati Morton: Exploring Mental Health from Therapy to YouTube25mins
Dec3Daniel Packard: His Journey to Ending Anxiety25mins
Nov28BONUS: Ann Corcoran: Psychosis Is Not a Choice28mins
Nov26Neena Wagh: Empowering Autism in India with ALAP28mins
Nov19Orphan Prodigy: Shades of Solace on Music and Mental Health Advocacy27mins
Nov12Darren Harper: Martial Arts, Rehabilitation and Wellness for Reach for Health27mins
Nov5Drew Ann Long: the journey and creation of Caroline's Cart27mins
Oct29Sharon Eubank: Her message of Small Acts with Big Impact29mins
Oct22John Payne: Autism solutions for a better tomorrow26mins
Oct16Bonus Episode : Dr Steven Quay: Breast Cancer Awareness Month25mins
Oct15Dr. Kristen Viola Harrison journey as a psychologist founding Soul Wise Solutions26mins
Oct8Dana Hargus: Restore: biofeedback breakthroughs26mins
Oct1Dalisse: Stories of Autism, community and family27mins
Sep24Tara May trailblazing and embracing autism in the workplace28mins
Sep17Andy Andersen and hi musical message: from Bullied to Brave22mins
Sep10Andrew Neil: A story of mental illlness, courage, and hope23mins
Sep3Suzanne McCartney: A sisters advocacy to reform system failures for SMI27mins
Aug27Ashante Taylorcox: A Journey of Resilience and Advocacy28mins
Aug20Sydney Curtin:From Diagnosis to empowerment30mins
Aug13Keshawn Williams Mission : Breaking Stereotypes in Mental Health31mins
Aug6Cynthia Ray:: Autism, Incarceration, and a Sister's Fight for Compassionate Release"29mins
Jul30Dianne Greeley: Redefining Advocacy for mental health reform24mins
Jul23Rachelle Vartanian: From Special Education Teacher to CommunityLeader27mins
Jul16Amira Martin:Believe in Yourself: A Social Worker's Journey to Breaking Barriers27mins
Jul9Victoria Lenormand: Cacao, Crystals, and Courage: Unconventional Autism Support25mins
Jul2Janet Hays: Healing Minds NOLA journey to reform mental health systems31mins
Jun25Danielle Terrell: From Kenya to Dubai: One Advocate's Journey to Empower the Autistic Community28mins
Jun18When Systems Fail: Maria shares a Sister's Fight for Her Brother with Severe Mental Illness30mins
Jun11Melody Guy: Finding Connection Through Autism and Artistry27mins
Jun5Leanna May Franklin: Love Without Structure:Navigating Serious Mental Illness as a Family29mins
Jun1Why Not Me ? The Power of Shared Experiences in Autism and Mental Health2mins
May31Cindee Murphy: When the System Fails:Tristan Murphy's Story Changes Florida Law40mins
May30Ann Corcoran: Psychosis Isn't a Choice28mins
May29Laura Craciun: A Son's Mental Illness and a System That Failed Him27mins
May28Lynn Nanos: Navigating Psychosis: A Mobile Crisis Worker's Perspective27mins
May27Jerri Clark: A Mother's Journey Through Loss and Advocacy30mins
May26Sheriff Donna Buckley:How One Sheriff is Reducing Recidivism Through Compassion28mins
May25Jason MacKenzie:Healing After Unimaginable Loss27mins
May24Eric Dias: Hope, Recovery, and Finding Your Voice with Schizoaffective Disorder28mins
May23Crystal Fox: One Mothers Journey Through Tragedy31mins
May22Cohen Miles-Rath: How One Man Transformed Crisis into a Call for Change29mins
May21Sherri Witwer: Rethinking How We help People in Mental Health Crisis28mins
May20Darrell Herrmann : Straight Talk About Living With A Severe Mental Illness27mins
May19Pete Earley:From Journalist to Advocate31mins
May18Colleen Scott: One Mother's Journey Through Schizophrenia29mins
May17Stephanie Beilin: Mother's Journey Through Mental Illness and Incarceration26mins
May16Justin Volpe : How Peer Support Changes Lives28mins
May15Jessica Ferguson : Brother in Crisis: A Family's Desperate Fight for Mental Health Support28mins
May14Jhilam Biswas Reveals Paths to Mental Health Reform From Forensic Hospitals to Freedom31mins
May13Eric Smith: From Music Prodigy to Mental Health Advocate30mins
May12Seth Kahan's Journey Transforms Mental Health Advocacy in America29mins
May11Sylvia Mignon: When Your Expertise Can't Save Your Child30mins
May10Jack Wood:: A Father's Fight for Mental Health Reform27mins
May9Justyna Rzewinski : A Whistleblower's Fight for Mental Health in Prisons28mins
May8Leslie Carpenter: Breaking the Mental Health Crisis Cycle29mins
May7Joel Corcoran: Welcome, Needed, and Valued: The Clubhouse Approach29mins
May6Denise Paley: From Crisis to Advocacy30mins
May5Judge Milton Mack's Mission to Reform Mental Healthcare27mins
May4From Diagnosis to Detention: How Schizophrenia Changed Two Lives Forever24mins
May3Ashley Smith: from crisis to advocacy28mins
May2Katie R. Dale's Mental Health Story: Living Beyond Crazy27mins
May1Tim Murphy's Fight for Mental Health Reform30mins
Apr30Haley Graham : A Conversation on Mental Health, Autism, and Finding Your Way26mins
Apr29Patrick Kennedy on Autism,Mental Health, Addiction, and Political Change33mins
Apr28Judge Liefman: Breaking the Cycle of Autism and Mental Illness in Criminal Justice31mins
Apr27Christine Vester: Humanity Over Handcuffs: Protecting Autistic Lives in Legal Battles16mins
Apr26Carol Nesteikis: Autism and the Justice System25mins
Apr25Areva Martin: How One Mother Became an Everyday Autism Advocate27mins
Apr24Ruth Johnston: Autism and Schizophrenia: A Mother's Fight for Change30mins
Apr23Angela Calzone's Vision:Integrating disabilities into the workforce24mins
Apr22Brian Shrader: How Autism is Misunderstood in the Legal System28mins
Apr21Judge Kim Taylor:A Judge's Journey with Autism26mins
Apr20Understanding Autism Through Music: An Acoustic Evening for a Cause15mins
Apr19Rita Williams: How One Woman Transformed Personal Trauma into Criminal Justice Reform27mins
Apr18Leigh Anne McKingsley: Creating Pathways to Justice for the Developmentally Disabled28mins
Apr17Judge David Fleisher: When Judges Choose Compassion Over Punishment?28mins
Apr16Bridget Hampstead's Journey: Autism, Community, and Radical Love25mins
Apr15John Puls : Autism, Justice, and Understanding: Navigating the Criminal System24mins
Apr14Trish Ieraci:Understanding Autism Saves Lives: One Trainer's Mission to Transform Police Interactions26mins
Apr13Country Music Meets Compassion: How Artists Are Making a Difference for Autism16mins
Apr12Joan Lipinski : Battles for Her Autistic Daughter's Freedom27mins
Apr11Doug Passon: Breaking Down Barriers, How Understanding Autism Changes Legal Outcomes29mins
Apr10Brian Kelmar:Breaking Down Barriers: One Father's Fight to Reform Legal Treatment of Autism27mins
Apr9Steven Waddell: Rocks, Rails, and Revelations: A Model's Autism Story27mins
Apr8Mark Mahoney: Fighting for Autism Justice30mins
Apr7Bart Barta: Training First Responders for Autism Encounters30mins
Apr6Country Music Unites for Autism Awareness16mins
Apr5Dennis Debbaudt : reveals how proper training can prevent tragic misunderstandings between autism and law enforcement.24mins
Apr4Elizabeth Kelley:Autism in the Legal System: A Defense Attorney's Perspective29mins
Apr3Jerry Turning: From Officer to Advocate: One Dad's Mission to Bridge the Gap29mins
Apr2Meet Dr. Theresa Haskins: The Mom Who Rewrote the Rulebook on Autism30mins
Apr1Judge Soonhee(Sunny) Bailey: Breaking the Cycle and Creating America's First Autism Court Program28mins
Mar26Gabriella Russo: Embracing Self-Discovery and Advocacy in Autism – Overcoming Challenges and Building a Supportive Community27mins
Mar21Why Not Me the World Humanity Over Handcuffs the Special Event for April
Mar19Jess Tuff: Empowering Autism Acceptance Through Advocacy and Empathy – A Mother's Journey in Special Education and Mental Health27mins
Mar12Lady Miranda: Harmonizing Inclusivity and Autism in Music – Navigating Performance, Relationships, and Societal Norms with Resilience and Insight25mins
Mar5Emma Textra: Transforming Health Challenges into Holistic Advocacy – Supporting Neurodiverse Adolescence Through Nutrition and Natural Interventions25mins
Feb27Dr. Tina J. Ramsey: Transforming Challenges into Advocacy – Navigating Autism with Resilience and Community Support28mins
Feb19Lisa Kuntz: Transforming Autism Support – From University Role to Global Advocacy and Awareness Efforts28mins
Feb14BONUS EPISODE: Mike Ghesser: A Father's Mission to Transform the World for Neurodiverse Individuals27mins
Feb12Dr. Blythe Corbett: Pioneering Autism Communication through Theater and Fostering Inclusive Expression28mins
Feb5Gabriela Salcido:Creating Lifelong Pathways for Autism Services Across America27mins
Jan29Rose Griffin:The Path to Inclusive Support and Autism Awarenes25mins
Jan22Kory Andreas Shares Insights on Neurodiversity and Self-Realization28mins
Jan15BONUS EPISODE: John Rushton: Navigating Human Emotions and the Power of Storytelling29mins
Jan8Loveartpix: Overcoming Autism Stigmas, Embracing Artistic Expression, and Advocating for Neurodivergent Inclusion27mins
Jan1Tanya's Journey Across Europe for Autism Advocacy and Inclusive Education24mins
Dec25Tony Mantor: Sharing Stories of Resilience and Hope – Fostering Autism Awareness and Mental Health Advocacy from Nashville2mins
Dec18Dr. Sanam Hafiz: Unfolding Neuropsychology – From Holistic Profiling to Navigating Adulthood Challenges in Autism and Giftedness27mins
Dec11J.D. Barker: From Aspiring Writer to Bestselling Author and Autism Advocate28mins
Dec4BONUS EPISODE: Justin Peck: Racing to Resilience – Transforming Bipolar Challenges into Mental Health Advocacy and Community Support28mins
Nov27Junaid Hussain's Advocacy for Autism Awareness and Acceptance29mins
Nov20Embracing Differences: A Global Movement for Autism and Mental Health2mins
Nov13BONUS EPISODE : East Forest's Journey from Anxiety to Musical Healing28mins
Nov6Kadin McElwain: Conquering Autism Through Family Support, Advocacy, and Digital Storytelling – An Inspiring Journey of Personal Growth and Resilience25mins
Oct30Christina Collura: A Mother's Vision: From Personal Project to Worldwide Impact28mins
Oct16Ivan Petersel's Journey from Dog Walker to Autism Advocate29mins
Oct2Reid Miles: Navigating Late Autism Diagnosis – Overcoming Stigmas, Building Resilience, and Advocating for an Inclusive Future27mins
Sep18Andrew Smidt: Crafting Secure Financial Futures for Families with Autism – Navigating Benefits, ABLE Plans, and Special Needs Trusts33mins
Sep4Michelle Morton: Crafting Communication and Overcoming Sensory Challenges – A Journey of Autism Advocacy and Resilience31mins
Aug21Rachel Mosley and Eunhee Kim: Unveiling the Intersection of Autism and Menopause – Challenges, Resilience, and Empowering Support Strategies30mins
Aug7Joe Gilotti: Thriving Against the Odds – Fostering Inclusivity and Independence in the Autism Community28mins
Jul24Beth Pilchik: Navigating the Dual Path – Advocacy and Motherhood in the Realm of Neurodiversity32mins
Jul17Kate and Missy: Empowering Neurodiverse Individuals – Navigating Social Dynamics, Mental Health, and Inclusive Employment Strategies34mins
Jul10John Brown: Bridging Autism Awareness and Transforming First Responder Training – A Father's Deeply Personal Advocacy Journey24mins
Jul3Danny Combs and the TACT Story: Crafting New Paths for Autistic Individuals35mins
Jun27Barry Prizant: Shaping Compassionate Autism Understanding Through Passion, Research, and Personal Narratives32mins
Jun19Tom Iland: Shattering Autism Myths – From Diagnosis to Diverse Advocacy and Empowerment31mins
Jun12Iko Edward Fish: Transforming Self-Perception and Building Genuine Connections – A Journey of Late Autism Diagnosis and Personal Growth34mins
Jun5Marie Martin: From Telecommunications to Warrior Mom – Transforming Autism Advocacy and Challenging Systemic Barriers31mins
May29Temple Grandin: Part 2: Embracing the Spectrum – Insights and Strategies for Thriving with Autism33mins
May22Temple Grandin: Part 1: Charting a New Frontier - Unleashing the Power of Autistic Minds in Society and Industry31mins
May19The Anniversary Episode of "Why Not Me the World Podcast4mins
May15AJ Cullen Langell: Unleashing Compassion – The Synergy of Canine Companions and Autism Support37mins
May8Ebony Allard: Harmonizing Life's Symphony - From Autism Revelation to Entrepreneurial Innovations37mins
May1Dawn Rix: Harmonizing the Melodies of Motherhood and Music Through the Autism Spectrum36mins
Apr24Jana Fuchs: Weaving Strength and Positivity through the Family Tapestry of Autism and ADHD34mins
Apr17John of Showboat TV: Orchestrating Inclusion and Celebrating Diversity through Music and Autism Engagement34mins
Apr10Dr. Ashley Ruba's Candid Reflections on Life with Autism and ADHD35mins
Apr3Katie Griswold: Chasing Dreams and Championing Autism Advocacy on the Pageant Stage32mins
Mar27Uzma's Voyage: Charting a Course Through Autism and Advocating for Neurodiversity31mins
Mar20Rachel Winder: Weaving the Bonds of Neurodiversity - A Mother and Son's Enlightening Odyssey through Autism and ADHD37mins
Mar13Madison Sasser: Embracing the Voyage of Self-Discovery and Thriving with Autism in the Literary World32mins
Mar6Lynne, The Awesomism Mom: Nurturing Resilience and Sparking Change for Autistic Adults33mins
Feb28Darcy Lippman: Unveiling a Mother's Dual Insight into Autism at Home and in the Classroom33mins
Feb21Jim Irion: The Unseen Struggle and Triumphs in Adult Autism34mins
Feb14Selena Lanelle: A Mother's Tale of Resilience and Empowerment in Raising Three Children with Autism27mins
Feb7Chris Weakly: Uncovering Self-Truths - An Autistic Adult's Story of Self-Discovery and Empowerment30mins
Jan31Leah Oladitan: Cultivating Wholesome Nutrition Across Life's Stages and Embracing Dietary Diversity in Autism31mins
Jan24Kristi Mickelson: A Mother's Crusade in Education and Advocacy for Autistic Children32mins
Jan17Anna Kennedy's Lifeline of Hope in the Autism Community31mins
Jan10Bob and Sam Huber: Understanding, Accepting and Embracing Autism - A Father and Son's Journey32mins
Jan4Tony Mantor: Embracing the New Year with Stories of Hope and Unity in Autism Awareness4mins
Dec25Celebrating 25 Episodes: A Heartfelt Look Back on Our Journey Through Autism5mins
Dec20Ionit Sabatello: Navigating Autism, A Journey of Strength and Acceptance30mins
Dec13Andee Joyce: Unveiling the Beauty and Strength in Autism Through Music30mins
Dec6Dr. Eric and Christine Weiss: Exploring the Potential of Stem Cell Therapy in Enhancing the Lives of Individuals with Autism33mins
Nov29Susan Morantes: A Mother's Journey through Autism's Challenges32mins
Nov22Alize Adelle:The Unshakeable Bond: An Aunt, Her Niece, and Their Autistic Journey31mins
Nov15Victor Antunez:Navigating Parenting and Caregiving for a Child with Autism: An Inspiring Journey28mins
Nov8Howard Priestley: Illuminating the Autistic Spectrum through the Lens of Music and Radio28mins
Nov1George Bailey : A Father's Perspective on Raising Children with Autism34mins
Oct25Jade Olszewski : Autism - A Journey of Acceptance and Empowerment34mins
Oct18Patrick Sisk: Blending Comedy and Therapy for Extraordinary Outcomes in Autism34mins
Oct15Cannon Moore: Embracing Autism through the Universal Language of Music28mins
Oct11Jenny Crawford, Co-founder of Autism Advocate Parenting Magazine:Journey Through Autism31mins
Sep27Clayden Botes :Turning Autism into Artistic Triumph31mins
Sep20Hope McPheeters: The Challenges and Triumphs of an Autism Advocate Mom33mins
Sep13Ali Carbone: Journey of a Sibling: Embracing the Challenges of Growing Up with 3 Autistic Brothers31mins
Sep6Dr. Rachel Moseley: Facing Autism's Unseen Crisis: Suicide in the Autistic Community37mins
Aug30Samuel Huber's Unique Perspective: Autism as a culture33mins
Aug23Brei Carter on Using Music as a Bridge to Understanding Autism27mins
Aug16Faria Arsh's Inspiring Journey of Hope and Resilience inside the Autistic World32mins
Aug9Embracing the Chaos: Kyle Jetsel's Autism Parenting Strategies34mins
Jul26Paul Cimins :Raising Autism Awareness: The Impact of Hope Saves the Day Podcast and Autism Radio30mins
Jul12Beth Tignor: Navigating the Journey: Raising a Child with Autism and Celebrating Their Unique Talents35mins
Jun28Tori Clarke: Embracing the Journey: Discovering and Thriving with Autism in Adulthood31mins
May19Why Not Me the World Introduction25mins