Well Marco is back after a foot injury has kept him off the air for a few weeks. Listen as he and co-host Amanda talk about some travel stories and fun moments they have had on the road. Follow us: Instagram: @theinsomniaproject Twitter: @listenandsleep Website: www.theinsomniaproject.com Patreon: www.patreon.com/theinsomniaproject Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Jul 14, 2021•26 min•Season 5Ep. 18
Talking Literature with Linda Morra What could be more relaxing than a deep talk literature? In today’s episode, Marco speaks with Dr. Linda Morra from the podcast Getting Lit with Linda . The conversation begins with some details of Marco’s book: 25 Things I Wish I Knew Before I Started My Podcast . Having gone to high school together these two friends talk about a variety a topics including one passion they share: espresso. A Sneak-Peek: [4:44] Linda explains the theme of the podcast Getting L...
Jun 09, 2021•29 min•Season 5Ep. 17
We welcome Nidhi back to discuss a wide range of topics, and we start with her thoughts on rain. Host: Marco Timpano Producers: Drumcast Productions Theme Music: Royalty Free Connect with us on: Twitter: @listenandsleep Instagram: @theinsomniaproject web: theinsomniaproject.com Patreon: www.patreon.com/theinsomniaproject Email: [email protected] Want to get extra Insomnia Project content? Go to our Patreon page: www.patreon.com/theinsomniaproject Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privac...
May 26, 2021•20 min•Season 5Ep. 16
Conversations with Nidhi Part I Fan favourite Nidhi Khanna comes to the podcast to tell us what she is up to and of course we get an update on her dog Xena. A Sneak-Peek: [1:08] Crumpets and English muffins are not the same thing. [5:12] Geraniums and Orchids . [7:12] We discuss Linda’s father’s espresso machine and they discuss their espresso day. [12:35] Board Games and clearly Nidhi hasn't played a one in a while. [23:38] Rainy Day Activities Nidhi would go to. Connect with us on: Twitter: @l...
May 19, 2021•26 min•Season 5Ep. 15
We talk Piano Bar with accomplished artist and musician Katy Marquardt @katyonkeys . Don't miss her online show Katy's Piano Bar Host: Marco Timpano Producers: Drumcast Productions Theme Music: Royalty Free Want to get extra Insomnia Project content? Go to our Patreon page: www.patreon.com/theinsomniaproject Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
May 12, 2021•29 min•Season 5Ep. 14
When your guest isn't available to record but your 9 and half year old niece is... well you record an episode with her and you cover a lot of topics that you are happy to circle back to. Enjoy! Host: Marco Timpano Producers: Drumcast Productions Theme Music: Royalty Free Want to get extra Insomnia Project content? Go to our Patreon page: www.patreon.com/theinsomniaproject Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
May 05, 2021•35 min•Season 5Ep. 13
We calmly put the pedal to the metal as we talk about the different types of guitar pedals out there with our guest Dan Tomlin. 100% guitar pedal -- how many podcasts can say that? Host: Marco Timpano Producers: Drumcast Productions Theme Music: Royalty Free Want to get extra Insomnia Project content? Go to our Patreon page: www.patreon.com/theinsomniaproject Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Apr 28, 2021•31 min•Season 5Ep. 12
We get really Nerdy with Tyler Murree from the podcast Mur's Nerds . On this episode we dive real dee into Batman. While this episode may be interesting for some people we know that for others this will be the perfect remedy to your insomnia. Either way we hope this episode works for you. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Apr 21, 2021•35 min•Season 5Ep. 12
Nidhi is back and talking about towels, from tea towels to the perfect beach towel and the not so perfect bath towel and much much more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 14, 2021•29 min•Season 5Ep. 11
We head to outer space with special guest Frankie Day as we talk about Sci Fi things and Star Trek. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 07, 2021•28 min•Season 5Ep. 10
Well we get insight into how Marco takes notes and Amanda's dream home which is inside a van or a boat. You'll need to try and stay awake for this one, or maybe not. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mar 31, 2021•28 min•Season 5Ep. 9
Grab your Tulips, Roses and Anthuriums as we fill our vases and cut our stems and talk about flower arranging with special guest: Leslie Seiler @leslieseiler. Host: Marco Timpano Guest: Leslie Seiler Producers: Drumcast Productions Theme Music: Royalty Free: Bass Walker, Kevin MacLeod The Insomnia Project mundane conversation to help you drift into a state of slumber. Not every episode will bring you to sleep but our goal is to at the very least get you to a relaxed state. Please do not operate ...
Mar 24, 2021•34 min•Season 5Ep. 11
We celebrate Ireland today with special guest Timmy O'Dowd. Be warned there is some singing in this episode so we don't want to wake you if you drift off...just know that there is a tune that comes at around 19 minutes into the episode. Host: Marco Timpano Guest: Timmy O'Dowd Producers: Drumcast Productions Theme Music: Royalty Free: Bass Walker, Kevin MacLeod The Insomnia Project mundane conversation to help you drift into a state of slumber. Not every episode will bring you to sleep but our go...
Mar 17, 2021•29 min•Season 5Ep. 10
We take a little tour of Amanda's fascination with Tiny homes and then we find out what a Bunkie is and why there is a community of tricycle riding folks in Barefoot Bay, Florida. The Insomnia Project is 26 minutes of mundane conversation to help you drift into a state of slumber. Follow along the conversation without really being interested; if you don't get to the end because you fall asleep, well you paid us the biggest compliment. Host: Marco Timpano Producers: Drumcast Productions Theme Mus...
Mar 10, 2021•28 min•Season 5Ep. 9
Today's episode is all about this wonderful sport NETBALL. Marco had never heard of it and Aimee shares her love for the sport so much so that it is now the official sport of The Insomnia Project. If you love a face-paced, exciting sport that we try to talk about in dulcet tones, whether we succeed in keeping it calm, you will have to listen to find out. We hope you enjoy this episode and we do try to make them as calming and relaxing as possible but be warned this episode you might find rather ...
Mar 03, 2021•30 min•Season 5Ep. 8
Marco and Amanda chat about famous city names in areas of the world where they are not know for, so for example, London, Ontario or Ontario, California, or Athens, Georgia. They take you the listener on a journey as they talk about their latest trip to Paris, Ontario. Listen and let your mind travel to these less than exotic places in the world and hopefully it will bring you to a bit of a snooze-fest. Host: Marco Timpano Co Host: Amanda Barker Producers: Drumcast Productions Theme Music: Royalt...
Feb 17, 2021•28 min•Season 5Ep. 7
Author Todd McGinnis chats about his cat Mr. Burns and how he loves to play jazz on Todd's piano and is very particular about the kind of jazz this feline enjoys. Marco and Todd do a deep dive into modelling clay and sculpting and the types of clay they both enjoy. Today's podcast episode we speak with prolific writer Todd McGinnis. They chat about modelling clay and Todd's cat who likes to play jazz as well as his book: Thunderbolts and Dunderheads A Myth-sterically Funny Novel by Todd McGinnis...
Feb 10, 2021•31 min•Season 5Ep. 6
What's the weather like? Marco chats with guest: Paul Kingston about his fascination with weather and weather fronts and some terms they both like to use for inclement weather. Also they delve into Paul's books and how does he come up with the title for his work? The Insomnia Project is 26 minutes of mundane conversation to help you drift into a state of slumber. Follow along the conversation without really being interested; if you don't get to the end because you fall asleep, well you paid us t...
Feb 03, 2021•30 min•Season 5Ep. 5
Marco welcomes Cellist Tori Rushton from the podcast: Music Magic Podcast and Marco and Tori have a most delightful conversation about the Cello and how magical music can be. Marco also retells his banjo story from the Banjo Museum in OKC. The Insomnia Project is 26 minutes of mundane conversation to help you drift into a state of slumber. Follow along the conversation without really being interested; if you don't get to the end because you fall asleep, well you paid us the biggest compliment. S...
Jan 27, 2021•28 min•Season 5Ep. 4
Well...Amanda and Marco takes us on a journey of Belts, Hats, and Painter's Tape, they also do a deep dive on other things Amanda stores like nail polish and the difference between paint and ceiling paint. Will Marco mention his favourite hat, the "toque"? Only one way to find out... The Insomnia Project is 26 minutes of mundane conversation to help you drift into a state of slumber. Follow along the conversation without really being interested; if you don't get to the end because you fall aslee...
Jan 20, 2021•27 min•Season 5Ep. 3
On this sleep podcast episode: Marco takes you on a journey of his day planner and ventures into what is in his tool box and a couple of quotes. We hope the episode helps you feel stress free and maybe helps put an end to your insomnia. The Insomnia Project is 26 minutes of mundane conversation to help you drift into a state of slumber. Follow along the conversation without really being interested; if you don't get to the end because you fall asleep, well you paid us the biggest compliment. Host...
Jan 14, 2021•26 min•Season 5Ep. 2
On this sleep podcast episode: Marco & Amanda discuss their approach to taking a bath, how they go about removing snow, and Amanda's vast magazine collection. Along with a friendly debate on pencil crayon or coloured pencils. Marco also reveals his favourite magazine. Host: Marco Timpano Co-Host: Amanda Barker Producers: Drumcast Productions Theme Music: Royalty Free Want to get extra Insomnia Project content? Go to our Patreon page: www.patreon.com/theinsomniaproject Hosted on Acast. See ac...
Jan 06, 2021•26 min•Season 5Ep. 1
Marco talks about his favourite topic: toques also known as beanies. The continue the conversation covering Aimee's dissertation and Marco yet again explains what a toque is. Host: Marco Timpano Co Host: Aimee Dyson Producers: Drumcast Productions Theme Music: Royalty Free Want to get extra Insomnia Project content? Go to our Patreon page: www.patreon.com/theinsomniaproject Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Dec 02, 2020•29 min•Season 4Ep. 48
We have a conversation around Amanda's upcoming Play Reading, you can find more info here: http://www.clotheswapshow.ca Host: Marco Timpano Co Host: Amanda Barker Producers: Drumcast Productions Theme Music: Royalty Free Want to get extra Insomnia Project content? Go to our Patreon page: www.patreon.com/theinsomniaproject Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Nov 25, 2020•27 min•Season 4Ep. 46
For those of us in colder climates it is time to deal with our backyard plants and closing the backyard down for the season, Host: Marco Timpano Co Host: Amanda Barker Producers: Drumcast Productions Theme Music: Royalty Free Want to get extra Insomnia Project content? Go to our Patreon page: www.patreon.com/theinsomniaproject Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Nov 18, 2020•29 min•Season 4Ep. 45
Time to fix our shoes. This episodes finds us taking a trip to the cobbler. Host: Marco Timpano Co Host: Amanda Barker Producers: Drumcast Productions Theme Music: Royalty Free Want to get extra Insomnia Project content? Go to our Patreon page: www.patreon.com/theinsomniaproject Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Nov 11, 2020•29 min•Season 4Ep. 45
Marco & Edward talk about his podcast: Inside the Groove and pop icon Madonna *This episode may not lull you to sleep but hopefully you'll be in a relaxed state of mind by the end. Special Guest: Edward Russell Host: Marco Timpano Producers: Drumcast Productions Theme Music: Royalty Free Want to get extra Insomnia Project content? Go to our Patreon page: www.patreon.com/theinsomniaproject Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Nov 04, 2020•45 min•Season 4Ep. 43
Ranch, Bungalow, Double Wide -- Today's episode focuses on different house styles. What is your favourite? Host: Marco Timpano Co Host: Amanda Barker Producers: Drumcast Productions Theme Music: Royalty Free Want to get extra Insomnia Project content? Go to our Patreon page: www.patreon.com/theinsomniaproject Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Oct 28, 2020•27 min•Season 4Ep. 43
We talk about their wreaths and Amanda's Silent auction wins. Host: Marco Timpano Co Host: Amanda Barker Producers: Drumcast Productions Theme Music: Royalty Free Want to get extra Insomnia Project content? Go to our Patreon page: www.patreon.com/theinsomniaproject Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Oct 21, 2020•26 min•Season 4Ep. 42
Marco and Amanda talk about fall walks they most recently had and how apple trees ended up scattered around Woodstock, New Brunkswick. Host: Marco Timpano Co Host: Amanda Barker Producers: Drumcast Productions Theme Music: Royalty Free Want to get extra Insomnia Project content? Go to our Patreon page: www.patreon.com/theinsomniaproject Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Oct 14, 2020•27 min•Season 4Ep. 41