Filmmaker Muna Crescent, Shawn Essafi from Mohawk Valley Institute for Learning in Retirement, Summerween! Roller Derby Double Header and Mohawk Valley Latino Festival 8-25-25

Hot Seat: Media Monday Hot Seat: Media Monday filmmaker Muna Crescent, Shawn Essafi from Mohawk Valley Institute for Learning in Retirement, Summerween! Roller Derby Double Header and Mohawk Valley Latino Festival 8-25-25by Ron KlopfansteinThis week's Hot Seat: Media Monday features a discussion of the silent short film BonniRabbit by filmmaker Muna Crescent, who uses art to explore and cope with OCD while challenging stereotypes about the disorder. Alongside Muna’s candid reflections, the show also captures the energy of the Summerween! Roller Derby Double Header, and the vibrant cultural unity of the 19th Annual Latino Festival in the Mohawk Valley. Then, Shawn Essafi describes the lifelong learning opportunities offered by the Mohawk Valley Institute for Learning and Retirement. Together, these stories highlight how creativity, community, and education can foster resilience, reduce stigma, and strengthen connections across diverse groups.