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

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. Before we jump in, if you haven't already,

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families who need to hear these conversations. Thanks for being here. Today we bring together a group

of seven voices, each with their own experiences, perspectives, and stories. We will talk about

something that affects far more people than we often realize, serious mental illness. In the spirit

of Mental Health Awareness Month, this is not just a discussion, it's an opportunity, an opportunity

to listen, to understand, and to bring light to conversations that are too often left in the dark.

Joining us today is Crystal Fox, David Hagar, Laura Cracian, Linda Mims, Judge Milton Mack, Rachel Strife, and Anne Cochran.

This topic matters. It touches families, friendships, and entire communities. This is the final

episode of our three-part series that will focus on serious mental illness. Today, we are creating

a space where honesty is welcome, where stories can be shared, and where understanding can

begin or deepen for all of us listening. I'm grateful to everyone that's joined us today. Let's start

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