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Tony Mantor: Why Not Me ?

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Autism, Mental Health, Advocacy & Human Stories.

Embracing Autism/Mental Health Worldwide.

Autism 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 rang... more

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What happens when parenting requires you to remain constantly alert—not just for a season, but for a lifetime?

Jennifer Schwenker joins Tony Mantor to share her experience raising identical twin autistic sons, Benji and Sammy. Now 23 y... more

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What happens when the question changes from "What's wrong with me?" to "What do I need?"

In this powerful episode of Why Not Me? Embracing Autism and Mental Health Worldwide, host Tony Mantor sits down with author, speaker, and mental ... more

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What happens when a parent refuses to accept that "this is just the way it is"? In this inspiring episode of Why Not Me? Embracing Autism and Mental Health Worldwide, host Tony Mantor welcomes autism advocate Colleen Lamar, whose person... more

When Julianna Scott’s son was diagnosed autistic at two years old, her family was given predictions about his future: he would never be mainstreamed in school, never drive a car, and never live independently.

Today, at 25, he has done all three.

... more

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Louise Barnett
Author, speaker and mental health advocate
Episode: Louise Barnett's Bipolar Journey of Survival, Recovery, and Healing
Colleen Lamar
Autism advocate and mother of two autistic sons who helped establish the Jeremiah Center
Jeremiah Center
Episode: Colleen Lamar:From Diagnosis to Hope: How One Mother's Journey Helped Change Autism Education
Julianna Scott
Mother of a child diagnosed with autism; co-host of The Refrigerator Mom's podcast
The Refrigerator Mom's podcast
Episode: Julianna Scott: Autism,Mental Health and Defying Predictions
Sonia Hebden
Author, speaker, homeschooling mom
Author of The Crazy Mother's Guide to Parenting Exceptional Children
Episode: Sonia Hebdon: When Hope Wins: Parenting Autism, Trauma, Mental Illness, and Finding the Light Again
Susie Singer Carter
Filmmaker, actress, advocate focused on Alzheimer's and nursing home reform
ROAR (Respect Oversight Advocacy and Reform for Long Term Care)
Episode: Susie Singer Carter: Exposing America's Nursing Home Crisis, Alzheimer's Care, and the Fight for Long-Term Care Reform
Sean Hotchkiss
Author, men's coach, and advocate
Self-employed / Author
Episode: Sean Hotchkiss on Men's Mental Health, Healing & Hope: How Losing His Father to Suicide Changed Everything |
Todd McGuire
Retired detective sergeant, author of Donnie, An Undercover Cop with a Death Wish
Australian Police (retired)
Episode: Todd McGuire: From Undercover Cop to Hope ,Suicide, PTSD, and Healing After Loss
Rachel Moseley
Autistic researcher focusing on mental ill health and suicide
Episode: Dr. Rachel Moseley: Autism, Suicide, Masking, and the Mental Health Crisis Too Few People Understand
Gemma Inggal
Stroke survivor, marathon finisher, advocate for brain injury survivors
Episode: Gemma Inggall: From Stroke Survivor to Marathon Finisher and her Incredible Journey of Hope, Recovery, & Resilience

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Tony Mantor
Host of Why Not Me?

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 38.4k ratings
  • Hi

    GET A NEW MICROPHONE! Also I just don’t like this pod. It’s not for me. But thank you for making this! It is good for most people but not me.😁

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    🍪🍪🍪🍪🍪Cookie!🍪🍪🍪🍪🍪
    United States12 days ago
  • you need a good microphone

    You need a good microphone

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    NateCAaa
    United States2 months ago
  • Empowering

    Tony’s podcast series has become a vital platform for the unheard, empowering families and mental health advocates across the country. By sparking honest conversations and building a growing movement, it’s giving voice to those long overlooked. This is the moment we’ve been waiting for — a catalyst for real change that will echo nationwide!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    United For Change
    United Statesa year ago
  • Necessary, Timely, Vital

    Tony Mantor is doing the work needed to share people’s stories of Autism, Mental Health, and the Justice System. His podcast allows people to expose what their experiences are and share their knowledge and resources. It’s vital that the world tune in and hear this. We all experience these things in our lives in different ways. We need to humanize the people who are involved and normalize this information.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Huntress83
    United Statesa year ago
  • Thank you !

    On behalf of Humanity Over Handcuffs, I want to extend our deepest gratitude to Tony Mantor for his unwavering support and powerful voice throughout our groundbreaking podcast series. Tony, your work has helped us reach millions, amplifying the experiences of families, individuals with autism, and those impacted by a justice system that too often fails to see the humanity behind the diagnosis.

    This project brought together judges, attorneys, House Representatives, CIT trainers, law enforcement,... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Christine Vester
    United States2 years ago

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Listeners praise honesty and preparation of questions, with guests delivering actionable insights.
Episodes are described as informative, practical, and life-changing for families navigating autism and mental health.
Community-focused impact and advocacy work receive strong appreciation from listeners.
The host's neutral stance and deep empathy are frequently highlighted as strengths.

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Colleen Lamar:From Diagnosis to Hope: How One Mother's Journey Helped Change Autism Education
Q: What advice would you give parents that are just starting out with autistic children now?
She advises parents not to be afraid, to build a supportive community, and not to define their child solely by autism. She also encourages parents to recognize that difficult behaviors can reflect a child's struggle, rather than an attempt to upset them.
Colleen Lamar:From Diagnosis to Hope: How One Mother's Journey Helped Change Autism Education
Q: What do you wish that someone had given you during the first six months after finding out that your son was autistic?
Lamar says she needed guidance and a clear path, but families are often left to search for services and support themselves. She contrasts autism care with conditions that come with more established treatment plans.
Louise Barnett's Bipolar Journey of Survival, Recovery, and Healing
Q: What are the day to day realities that people don't often see from those that are diagnosed bipolar that are under medication and treatment, yet it seems invisible to some?
Barnett says treatment does not make bipolar disorder disappear. She discusses managing it through medication, therapy, sobriety, consistent sleep and lifestyle habits, emotional regulation and nervous system regulation.
Louise Barnett's Bipolar Journey of Survival, Recovery, and Healing
Q: Can you describe the difference between a manic episode and a depressed episode?
Barnett describes mania as potentially involving increased energy, grandiosity, reduced need for sleep, fast or racing thoughts, distractibility, irritability and impulsive behavior. Depression can involve intense sadness or hopelessness, loss of interest, sleep or appetite changes, low energy, guilt, difficulty concentrating and suicidal thoughts.
Sonia Hebdon: When Hope Wins: Parenting Autism, Trauma, Mental Illness, and Finding the Light Again
Q: Why is it important to discuss hard topics like psychosis and self-harm openly?
She argues that avoidance perpetuates danger; talking openly helps reduce stigma, improves access to help, and validates the experiences of families dealing with these issues.

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2. Colleen Lamar
3. Julianna Scott
4. Sonia Hebden
5. Susie Singer Carter
6. Sean Hotchkiss
7. Todd McGuire
8. Rachel Moseley

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