This week on Syllabus, we dim the lights, cue the eerie music, and welcome a very special guest: Suzanne McLean, our Local History & Genealogy Coordinator at CPL. While Suzanne usually spends her time unearthing the past at the Collingwood Public Library, today she's digging into something even creepier—her deep love of all things frightening!

From vintage scares to modern scream-fests, Suzanne walks us through why spooky season is the most wonderful time of the year, and why she’ll always root for the final girl. Along the way, we discuss local legends, terrifying tropes, and the bizarre joy of being scared in a safe space.

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Our guest is someone whose energy could power an ultra-marathon—and probably has! Molly Hurford is a passionate storyteller and athlete who's made it her mission to get more people—especially girls and women—fired up about adventure, movement, and the great outdoors.

She’s the author behind both powerful nonfiction and the empowering Shred Girls fiction series, and co-host of the Consummate Athlete podcast. She also has her own publishing house, Strong Girl Publishing

Molly's work has appeared in Bicycling, Outside, Canadian Running, and more. And whether she's developing content for brands like New Balance, Canyon, and Liv Cycling—or out racing trails, riding bikes, or hiking with her mini-dachshund DW—Molly brings a contagious enthusiasm for sport, wellness, and storytelling.

So buckle up for a great conversation that’s equal parts inspiration and action—this is Molly Hurford!

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Get inspired to lean into your passion with our latest conversation with Liv Collins and Jesse Thomas Cook of the Collingwood Film Co.

We discuss the challenges of breaking into and establishing yourself in such a competitive industry along with the highs and lows of film production. Hear about how Jesse and Liv have found a dynamic that works for them when juggling the challenges of raising a young family along with the demands of co-running a growing film company.

We really enjoyed revelling in Liv and Jesse's passion for film and hope you do too.

Thanks for listening!

Learn more about the Collingwood Film Co.: https://www.collingwoodfilmco.com/

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