
Understanding Autism Through Music: An Acoustic Evening for a Cause
16 minutes
Hosted by Tony Mantor
Episode Description
<p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2117852/open_sms">Send us a text</a></p><p>We broadcast live from the Nashville Palace for a special remote podcast supporting "An Acoustic Evening for Autism," bringing together musicians who share their personal connections to autism awareness.<br><br>• Jamie O'Neill describes how having a cousin with autism inspired her participation in the benefit concert<br>• Jamie emphasizes the importance of slowing down in our fast-paced world to accommodate different needs<br>• Minnie Murphy reveals her 5-year-old son is on the autism spectrum, sharing his special abilities like perfect pitch<br>• Minnie performs original songs celebrating individuality and seeing the beauty others miss<br>• Both guests praise Vanderbilt's Kennedy Center for their exceptional work in autism research and treatment<br>• Our guests emphasize autism shouldn't be viewed as a permanent condition but as a different perspective<br>• The conversation highlights how patience, active listening, and embracing differences creates understanding<br><br>Tell everyone everywhere about Why Not Me? The World, the conversations we're having and the inspiration our guests give to everyone everywhere that you are not alone in this world.<br><br><br></p><p>https://tonymantor.com<br>https://Facebook.com/tonymantor<br>https://instagram.com/tonymantor<br>https://twitter.com/tonymantor<br>https://youtube.com/tonymantormusic<br>intro/outro music bed written by T. Wild<br>Why Not Me the World music published by Mantor Music (BMI)</p>
Special Guests
- Jamie O'Neill
- Minnie Murphy