Welcome to Why Not Me, Embracing Autism and Mental Health Worldwide, hosted by Tony Meantor.

Broadcasting from the heart of Music City, USA, Nashville, Tennessee.

Join us as our guests share their raw, howlful stories.

Some will spark laughter.

Others will move you to tears.

These real life journeys inspire, connect, and remind you that you're never alone.

We're igniting a global movement to empower everyone to make a lasting difference

by fostering deep awareness, unwavering acceptance and profound understanding of autism and mental health.

Tune in, be inspired, and join us in transforming the world one story at a time.

Hi, I'm Tony Mantor. Welcome to Why Not Me, embracing autism and mental health worldwide.

Joining us today is Andy Anderson, a dynamic artist whose passion for music has carried

him from a challenging childhood to international stages. Overcoming bullying and insecurity,

Andy found his voice through music, competing on Idol and Belgium, as well as Britain's

Got Talent and Belgium's Got Talent. He released a 2014 cover of I Am What I Am and his new single,

I'm Unstoppable, a powerful reflection on his journey of self-acceptance. Andy continues to inspire

with his message of hope and resilience.

Let's dive into his incredible story. Thanks for joining us today.

Thank you for having me.

Oh, it's my pleasure. So if you would, give us a little information about yourself.

Well, what do you want to know? Because it's a whole story.

I think that your story starts that you was bullied as a child in school. Yes, as a child, pretty much from six years old

till like about 16 years old, I've been bullied in school and not only verbal, but also sometimes physical. So that

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