{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/b3384013-d0c8-5534-85ea-5ed5331b9760/68006d4c47809c35bd84e5da?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Poetry, Peonies, and Peaceful Slumber","description":"<p><strong>Welcome back to The Insomnia Project, the podcast designed to ease you into a restful night's sleep.</strong></p><p>Tonight, your hosts Amanda and Marco delve into the soothing world of poetry and the gentle anticipation of spring.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>In this episode, you'll drift off to:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Poetic Musings:</strong> Amanda and Marco share some of their favorite poems and poets, exploring what resonates with them in the world of verse.</li><li><strong>The Cue Card Conundrum:</strong> They engage in a robust discussion about their individual feelings on using cue cards, offering insights into their different approaches to presenting and speaking.</li><li><strong>Marco's Note-Taking Secrets:</strong> Marco provides a peek behind the curtain, describing his personal method for creating effective and manageable notes.</li><li><strong>A Moment of Verse:</strong> Amanda lends her calming voice to a reading of a beautiful poem by the beloved Mary Oliver.</li><li><strong>Marco's Layton Attempt:</strong> Marco bravely takes on the challenge of reading a poem by the iconic Canadian poet, Irving Layton (expect a touch of charming imperfection!).</li><li><strong>The Earth Awakens:</strong> Transitioning from the literary to the natural, Amanda and Marco discuss the simple wonder of soil and the exciting arrival of peony shoots, a gentle reminder of the season's quiet progress.</li></ul><p><strong>We hope this episode provides a peaceful soundscape to guide you towards a restful night.</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Connect with us and continue the journey to sleep:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Twitter:</strong> @listenandsleep</li><li><strong>Instagram:</strong> @theinsomniaproject</li><li><strong>Web:</strong> theinsomniaproject.com</li><li><strong>Support us on Patreon:</strong> <a href=\"https://www.patreon.com/theinsomniaproject\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">www.patreon.com/theinsomniaproject</a></li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Sweet dreams from Amanda and Marco.</strong></p>","author_name":"Marco Timpano | Host of The Insomnia Project Sleep Podcast"}