Areva Martin: How One Mother Became an Everyday Autism Advocate

Tony Mantor: Why Not Me the World

Tony Mantor

Alternative Health, Never Give Up, Health & Fitness, Entertainment, Mental Health, Autism Acceptance, Autism, Autism Awareness, Celebrities, Special Needs, Positivity

5 • 3.7K Ratings

🗓️ 25 April 2025

⏱️ 27 minutes

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Send us a text CNN contributor and civil rights attorney Areva Martin shares her personal journey of raising an autistic son while becoming a powerful advocate for disability rights and creating systemic change. • Son Marty's autism diagnosis at age two prompted an intensive learning journey • Navigated overwhelming and often inaccurate information by applying legal training to seek evidence-based resources • Witnessed evolution from stigma and "cure" focus to greater acceptance and integrat...

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0:00.0	Welcome to Why Not Me the World Podcast, hosted by Tony Mayator.
0:11.6	Broadcasting from Music City, USA, Nashville, Tennessee.
0:18.0	Join us as our guests tell us their stories
0:20.9	Some will make you laugh
0:22.5	Some will make you cry
0:24.3	Real life people
0:26.9	Who will inspire
0:28.8	And show that you are not alone
0:32.5	In this world
0:34.0	Hopefully you gain more awareness
0:37.1	Acceptance and a better understanding for autism
0:41.5	around the world.
0:51.3	Hi, I'm Tony Mantor. Welcome to Why Not Me the World, Humanity Over Hankus, the Silent Crisis Special Event.
0:58.7	Today, we're joined by Areva Martin, a passionate, outspoken, and insightful leader who's making a significant impact in media.
1:07.3	She's a CNN contributor, an award-winning civil rights attorney, a civic leader, and a television host.
1:14.2	Arriva is also a prolific writer and best-selling author with notable books like The Everyday Advocate
1:20.2	Standing Up for Your Child with Autism and Make It Rain.
1:23.9	She's here to share her personal story about raising her autistic son, as well as details about her foundation and upcoming speaking events.
1:32.3	With a wealth of knowledge and experience, we're truly honored to have her here with us.
1:37.9	Thanks for joining us.
1:39.7	Oh, thank you. Thanks for the invitation.
1:41.6	Oh, it's my pleasure.
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