Chart-Topping Podcast Why Not Me The World To Reshape Societal Perceptions On Mental Health & The U.S. Legal System During Mental Health Awareness Month, Continuing Its Special Series, Humanity Over Handcuffs: The Silent Crisis

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NASHVILLE, Tenn. (May 01, 2025) – Commemorating the start of Mental Health Awareness Month in May, veteran Nashville based music producer and podcast host Tony Mantor of the chart-topping Why Not Me the World podcast announces new episodes focusing on mental health and the U.S. Legal System on his special series Humanity Over Handcuffs: The Silent Crisis. Launched in April, Mantor’s special series has propelled the podcast to surpassing more than 1 million downloads in April as the autistic and mental health communities flock to the platform to learn invaluable information and hear multi-angled perspectives from U.S. Law Makers, Police Officers, Psychologists, Judges, Attorneys and other thought leaders in mental health and the legal system. 

The May series premieres its first episode today at 5pmCT with Mantor’s conversation with Dr. Tim Murphy, former U.S. House of Representative, Pennsylvania (2003-2017), who tackles mental health service gaps, reforming HIPPA to aid those with mental illnesses, and his Congressional advocacy for enhancing access to mental health care. The series, which is expected to unveil an episode every day in May, will also present conversations with Eric Smith, Commissioner with the Texas Judicial Commission on Mental Health; Milton L. Mack, Wayne County, Michigan, Probate Court Chief Judge; Leslie Carpenter, Legislative Advocacy Manager at Treatment Advocacy Center, & Co-Founder, Iowa Mental Health Advocacy; Sherri Wittwer, President for Crisis Intervention Team Utah, & Founder, Peers Empowering Peers Utah; Sheriff Donna Buckley, Barnstable County Sheriff (Massachusetts); Pete Early, author and former Washington Post reporter; and Justyna Rzewinski, LCSW, PhD(c), Member, Social Workers & Allies Against Solitary Confinement (SWASC).

“These new episodes for May are must-listen for anyone who is navigating the challenges of supporting loved ones with serious mental illness in the legal system,” Podcast host and producer, Tony Mantor explained. “These are compelling stories which shine a powerful spotlight on the raw, daily struggles and deeply impactful experiences ordinary individuals are facing in our country right now.” 

Autism, mental health and the U.S. legal system have undoubtedly been relative topics and societal challenges in the United States which has been recently reported on by NPR, FOX San Antonio, PBS News, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, The Marshall Report and ABA Journal. 

Since launching in 2023, Mantor’s Why Not Me The World podcast has been downloaded more than 1 million times across 93 countries and more than 1,700 cities worldwide. It has topped various mental health podcast charts worldwide including Spotify’s Top 200 chart and Apple Podcast’s Mental Health charts in the U.S., Great Britain and Canada. Leading podcast search engine Listen Notes consistently rates the podcast among the top 0.5% of podcasts worldwide. 

Why Not Me The World has featured a worldly group of autism thought leaders, medical professionals, celebrity guests from the world of music and entertainment, parents and others from the Autistic community. Listen now on all major podcast platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon, iHeart Media, or at WhyNotMeTheWorld.org.

About Why Not Me The World Podcast:
Veteran Nashville music producer Tony Mantor wrote and recorded a song in 2021 titled “Why Not Me,” as a tribute to individuals with Autism. Autism is a complex neurodevelopmental disorder that affects millions of people worldwide. It is characterized by difficulties in social interaction, communication, and repetitive behaviors. Although autism is becoming more widely recognized, there is still a lack of understanding and awareness surrounding the disorder. As a result, many individuals and families affected by autism struggle to find the support and resources they need. Why Not Me The World podcast aims to bridge that gap by providing valuable information and insights into autism, fostering empathy and understanding, and promoting acceptance and inclusion. Nashville based Music Producer Tony Mantor explores the remarkable impact his guests make by empowering their voices in spreading awareness about autism and helping break down the barriers of understanding. Join Mantor and his guests as they delve into the world of autism and explore topics such as diagnosis, treatment, research, and personal stories from those in the autistic community. Together, we can create a more informed and compassionate society for individuals with autism. Why Not Me The World is streaming now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon, iHeart Media, or at WhyNotMeTheWorld.org.

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