The Insomnia Project

We celebrate the last episode of this season with some of our favourite quotes.Amanda reads one of her favourite poems.We wish you all the best until next season.Enjoy the upcoming holiday episodeConnect with us on:Twitter: @listenandsleepInstagram: @theinsomniaprojectweb: theinsomniaproject.comPatreon: www.patreon.com/theinsomniaprojectEmail: drumcastproductions@gmail.com

It's ok to be exhausted...Today's episode is a solocast. Marco will be your sole host and he begins with sharing that he is exhausted and it is ok to be exhausted. We dive deeper to hear what things Marco uses when he is exhausted to ease his mind.Here are some of the things mentioned on todays episode:Vegas Starfish on instagramHarvey Fierstein's book: I Was Better Last Night. Cue Cardstreadmill with location screensPentel pensClairefontaine papersnowtiresConnect with us on:Twitter: @listenandsleepInstagram: @theinsomniaprojectweb: theinsomniaproject.comPatreon: www.patreon.com/theinsomniaprojectEmail: drumcastproductions@gmail.com

First Snowfall & Lip Balm.On this episode Amanda and Marco talk about the first snowfall which just hit their city. Also in the episode:Marco's favourite flavour of lip balmWhat is Canadian Tire money?Electric FireplacesHand warmersusing coupons for giftsAmanda has a book recommendationStowe, VermontConnect with us on:Twitter: @listenandsleepInstagram: @theinsomniaprojectweb: theinsomniaproject.comPatreon: www.patreon.com/theinsomniaprojectEmail: drumcastproductions@gmail.com

Bells & Auction Fan favourite Dan Barker is on this episode talking about his time working at an auction house. How to navigate your auction experience, how to prepare for the auction. Dan also tells us of his bell and milk bottle collection. A Sneak-Peek:[1:00] Dan tells us how he came to work at an auction house. [2:17] The science of reading an auction crowd.[3:15] Dan explains what makes him a dangerous auction hunter.[5:53] What makes a good bell and how does it end up in Dan’s collection.[6:55] Dan tells of his greatest bell find at an auction. [9:26] Milk bottles and how collectible they are[10:42] Broken ink wells & milk bottles[12:53] Dan talks about bidding wars at the auction.[15:10] Dan tells the tale of when he found a hidden treasure in a stove pipe.[17:38] The old rocking chair auction story.[20:08] Dan does an intentional Boston accent.[21:00] Tips when looking at silver at an auction house.[22:15] Dan explains how you can tell if your silver object is “coin silver”[23:00] The key ring find.[26:00] Dan tells us the bells he is seeking and how you can tell a hand cast bell from one that is hammered out or pressed.Quotes:“I would imagine the Swiss know how to make a bell” - Marco“buy what you like” - Dan BarkerConnect with us on:Twitter: @listenandsleepInstagram: @theinsomniaprojectweb: theinsomniaproject.comPatreon: www.patreon.com/theinsomniaproject

Daylight Saving Time means the clock goes back an hour and it really effects one of our hosts (Marco Timpano).They are both in Florida and discuss:Daylight Saving Time the lack of an 's' on Saving. The ficus treeAn Ospreydifficult clocksskinksibisesgifts to get when you are travelling.do people really need anymore mugs?Connect with us on:Twitter: @listenandsleepInstagram: @theinsomniaprojectweb: theinsomniaproject.comPatreon: www.patreon.com/theinsomniaprojectEmail: drumcastproductions@gmail.com

Reconnecting with Alene DegianMarco speaks with return guest Alene Degian. They speak about her podcast and her new business as well as how they deal with Imposter syndrome and how people get their names wrong and how they deal with that too. A Sneak-Peek:[1:00] Ad free listening is now available. [1:06] Marco and Alene talk about how people get their names wrong.[4:00] Alene gives the tip how she gets folks to pronounce her name right. [7:40] We get the recommendation on Formentera, Spain.[10:30] Alene tells us about AND creative.[14:45] Insider tips on using your social media.[18:00] Marco and Alene talk about Imposter Syndrome and how they deal with it. [22:39] Alene tells us about the Accidental Friends Podcast.[24:00] The impact of podcast listeners on the podcaster.[30:01] Alene tells us about Fado music.Resource Links:Personal instagram: @alenedegianAND Creative Instagram: @itsandcreativeAND Creative Website: www.alenedegian.com Podcast Instagram: @accidentalfriendspodcastConnect with us on:Twitter: @listenandsleepInstagram: @theinsomniaprojectweb: theinsomniaproject.comPatreon: www.patreon.com/theinsomniaprojectEmail: drumcastproductions@gmail.com