The Insomnia Project

🎄 The Insomnia Project - Holiday Edition 🎄Welcome to the cozy December series of The Insomnia Project! This month, we’re bringing you a daily dose of holiday calm with 30 festive episodes designed to help you unwind and enjoy the season. Some episodes revisit past holiday moments, while others bring fresh new stories. So, grab a warm drink—cider, tea, cocoa, vin brulé, or even a pumpkin spice latte—and settle in as we share a little holiday cheer.On today’s episode, Marco and Amanda dive into the world of holiday stockings and traditions. From warming up by the fireplace to reminiscing about stockings hung with care, this episode is full of festive charm:🎄 Amanda shares her love of fireplaces and mantle decor.🎁 Handmade stockings and cherished traditions take centre stage.🎅 Amanda Santa-splains the magic of stockings to Marco.🍫 Holiday treats, from Terry’s chocolate oranges to the iconic Lifesaver book, spark sweet nostalgia.🎤 For a special treat, Amanda even sings “Getting Shape Girl” with a jazzy holiday twist!Thank you for joining us during this festive season. Whether you're winding down or just seeking a moment of calm, we’re here to bring peace and joy to your holidays.Connect with us and join the conversation:🎁 Twitter: @listenandsleep🎁 Instagram: @theinsomniaproject🎁 Website: theinsomniaproject.com🎁 Patreon: www.patreon.com/theinsomniaprojectWishing you a season filled with calm and happiness. 🌟

🎄 The Insomnia Project - Holiday Edition 🎄Welcome to another festive episode of The Insomnia Project! This December, we’re bringing you cozy conversations and soothing stories with a delightful holiday twist. Our goal, as always, is to help you relax, unwind, and drift into a peaceful slumber.On today’s episode, we’re presenting an Encore Presentation of one of our most beloved holiday episodes featuring fan favorite Dan Barker alongside host Marco Timpano. Together, they take us on a memorable holiday journey:🎁 Holidays in New Brunswick: A charming look at holiday traditions in Eastern Canada.☀️ Christmas in Florida, Massachusetts, and Nashville: Discover the unique ways these places celebrate the holidays, including a magical concert at the Grand Ol’ Opry.🎵 New Year’s Eve in a Band: Dan recounts the unforgettable night he performed while awaiting the birth of his daughter, Becka.🌟 A Mel Tormé Encounter: Dan shares an incredible story about his face-to-face meeting with the legendary “Velvet Fog.”Snuggle in and enjoy this nostalgic and heartwarming encore presentation.Connect with us and join the conversation:🎁 Twitter: @listenandsleep🎁 Instagram: @theinsomniaproject🎁 Website: theinsomniaproject.com🎁 Patreon: www.patreon.com/theinsomniaprojectWishing you a season of calm and tranquility. 🌟

🎄 The Insomnia Project - Holiday Edition 🎄Welcome to another festive episode of The Insomnia Project! This December, we’re bringing you cozy conversations and soothing stories with a delightful holiday twist. Our goal, as always, is to help you relax, unwind, and drift into a peaceful slumber.On today’s episode, hosts Amanda and Marco share their holiday musings, including:🎁 Wrapping Paper Revelations: From classic designs to eco-friendly options, explore their thoughts on wrapping up the holidays in style.🎄 Victorian Christmas Themes: Dive into the charm of a Victorian Christmas, featuring Marco’s introduction to the traditional holiday custom of wassailing.🎵 The Accordion Player Tale: Enjoy Marco’s hilarious story involving an accordion player and some unexpected holiday cheer.🍃 Holly vs. Jolly Debate: Join the lighthearted controversy over which reigns supreme during the holiday season.With laughter, festive anecdotes, and a touch of holiday nostalgia, this episode is sure to add joy and calm to your day.Connect with us and join the conversation:🎁 Twitter: @listenandsleep🎁 Instagram: @theinsomniaproject🎁 Website: theinsomniaproject.com🎁 Patreon: www.patreon.com/theinsomniaprojectWishing you a season of calm and tranquility. 🌟

Welcome to another festive episode of The Insomnia Project! This December, we’re bringing you cozy conversations and soothing stories with a delightful holiday twist. Our goal, as always, is to help you relax, unwind, and drift into a peaceful slumber.On today’s episode, Marco Timpano is joined by his niece, Mia, for a holiday adventure filled with laughter and warmth as they explore:🎁 Holiday Beverages: Egg nog, peppermint, coconut drinks, and more festive favorites.🎬 Holiday Movies: Mia’s top picks like Christmas Chronicles, Home Alone, and Miracle on 42nd Street—plus her thoughts on Hallmark films.🛷 Sleigh, Sled, or Toboggan?: A fun discussion clarifying these wintry transportation options.📺 Holiday TV Episodes: The best festive episodes, including Mia’s current favorite show, Scrubs.🍬 Holiday Snacks: Peppermint bark, real maple syrup, and all the cozy treats for movie nights.🍁 Maple Syrup and More: From sugar shacks to tree syrups and maple-glazed game fowl, join Marco and Mia on a sweet and savory journey.Snuggle up with your favorite snack, press play, and let us bring a touch of holiday magic to your day.Connect with us and join the conversation:🎁 Twitter: @listenandsleep🎁 Instagram: @theinsomniaproject🎁 Website: theinsomniaproject.com🎁 Patreon: www.patreon.com/theinsomniaprojectWishing you a season of calm and tranquility. 🌟

🎄 The Insomnia Project - Holiday Edition 🎄Welcome to another festive episode of The Insomnia Project! This December, we’re bringing you cozy conversations and soothing stories with a delightful holiday twist. Our goal, as always, is to help you relax, unwind, and drift into a peaceful slumber.On today’s episode, our host Marco Timpano welcomes back the wonderful Debbie Bond. Together, they dive into:Creative holiday crafting ideas to get into the festive spirit.The dos and don’ts of picking out the perfect Christmas tree.How to let your spouse take charge of holiday preparations so you can sit back, relax, and enjoy the festivities.Debbie’s cherished Christmas ornaments and the special memories they hold.Whether you're decorating your tree or simply winding down for the night, let this charming conversation bring a little extra holiday magic to your day.Connect with us and join the conversation:🎁 Twitter: @listenandsleep🎁 Instagram: @theinsomniaproject🎁 Website: theinsomniaproject.com🎁 Patreon: www.patreon.com/theinsomniaprojectWishing you a season of calm and tranquility. 🌟

In this enchanting season finale, Amanda Barker and Marco Timpano take listeners on a journey into the woods as they recount their recent mushroom foraging adventure. Guided by the charismatic Peter Blush of Puck’s Plenty (pucksplenty.com), our hosts dive into the fascinating world of wild mushrooms and the intriguing story of how Peter became a sought-after mushroom guide.As always, Amanda and Marco’s conversation meanders delightfully, pondering quirky hypotheticals like whether King Charles and Queen Camilla would let them forage for mushrooms on royal grounds—and if the monarchs might join in on the fun.Fans of the duo’s banter won’t be disappointed as Marco gleefully seizes an opportunity to correct Amanda miss guess from last weeks episode, only to have her turn the tables and correct his grammar. Amid all this, they touch on the unexpected topic of a "not-so-soothing bath," promising the perfect dose of calm chaos to lull you into slumber.Join us for this lighthearted, sleepy season closer—and don’t forget to leave us a 5-star review wherever you listen to podcasts. Your support keeps us exploring the world of the mundane in the most delightful ways.The Insomnia Project: A podcast designed to help you sleep, one mundane conversation at a time.

The Penultimate Episode of the SeasonIn today’s episode of The Insomnia Project, our hosts Amanda and Marco settle in for a cozy conversation that's perfect for unwinding and drifting off. As the penultimate episode of the season, they dive into their favorite types of massages and share the delightful details of their go-to treatments. Marco also discovers the proper name for the person giving the massage – and, as usual, his reaction doesn’t disappoint!Later, Marco reads a few listener reviews, sharing the love and laughs that make this community special. Ironically, both Amanda and Marco totally forget to encourage listeners to leave a review, so we’ll do it here: if you enjoy the show, please consider rating and reviewing! Your feedback means the world to us and helps others discover The Insomnia Project.To wrap up, the conversation wanders into the woods as Amanda and Marco discuss their upcoming mushroom foraging adventures. They chat about the types of mushrooms they’d love to discover and the thrill of finding treasures in nature.Join us for another gentle, wandering episode that will help you relax, find a little joy in the everyday, and maybe even inspire you to go mushroom hunting!Don’t forget to tune in for next week's season finale!

Episode Summary:In today’s episode, hosts Marco Timpano and Amanda Barker embark on the journey of decorating their walls—finally! They break down their meticulous three-tiered process for deciding which pictures deserve a spot on the wall and the tools they’ll need to make it all happen. Marco tries (and hilariously struggles) to remember a classic "wall saying," while Amanda gets into the importance of choosing the right quality of paint.Then they dive into just how narrow their home really is. Is it skinnier than the famous Notting Hill House? Tune in to find out!In a fun tangent, they find themselves discussing Gone With the Wind and unexpectedly dive into some movie research. From home decor to Hollywood classics, this episode has it all!Topics Covered:The three-step process for choosing wall artMarco’s attempt to recall a “wall saying” for their homeWhy paint quality makes a difference in decorJust how narrow their house really is—and how it compares to the Notting Hill HouseA deep-dive detour into Gone With the WindDon’t miss this playful and informative episode! Be sure to tell your friends about The Insomnia Project and share the joy of late-night musings.

From Podcast Dreams to Travel Schemes: A Chat with Amanda CupidoWelcome back to The Insomnia Project!On this episode, we welcome fellow podcaster Amanda Cupido, author of the acclaimed guide "Let's Talk Podcasting: The Essential Guide to Doing It Right" (now in its second edition!). We chat about how Amanda's book was instrumental in getting The Insomnia Project off the ground, a true resource for any aspiring podcaster.But it's not all business! We also delve into our favourite tech and Amanda shares some insight from her podcasts, "How to Fall Asleep Fast" and "The Forefront: Ideas for Cities."Feeling the wanderlust? Amanda spills the tea on her favourite vacation destinations, including Malta and Egypt. Tune in to discover her other hidden travel gems!Looking for more?Find Amanda's book, "Let's Talk Podcasting" at www.letstalkpodcasting.comFollow Amanda's podcasts: "How to Fall Asleep Fast" and "The Forefront: Ideas for Cities."Connect with The Insomnia Project:Twitter: @listenandsleepInstagram: @theinsomniaproject Website: theinsomniaproject.comPatreon: www.patreon.com/theinsomniaprojectSo grab your favorite sleep aid (or a travel brochure!), and settle in for a relaxing and informative conversation with Amanda Cupido!