A folder by any other name Amanda and Marco talk about where they keep their notes, and the difference between a duo tang and a folder. They go through their junk mail. Marco talks about what comes up on his social media. They define what "A Case of the Marches" means. Water slides, roller coasters and magnet fishing videos. Ancient Roman potter in the basin of dry rivers. Marco orders cork sealant for his cork shoes. Amanda describes her Birkenstock boots. Resource Links: Indspire (where Amanda buys cards) Quote: "Think of all the Thames has seen over the years" - Amanda "I would take cobbler over candlestick maker" - Marco "Wow, Birkenstock problems" - Amanda Connect with us on: Twitter: @listenandsleep Instagram: @theinsomniaproject web: theinsomniaproject.com Patreon: www.patreon.com/theinsomniaproject Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/the-insomnia-project. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Report Cards & Bookmarks Marco discovers unusual bookmarks in his reference books and a listener gives an idea for the hosts to talk about what old receipts remind them of, and then Marco finds his Junior Kindergarten report card. Amanda sees if he would still have an S for Satisfactory progress or an N for Needs Improvement. Which leads Amanda to list all her teachers and Marco to only remember a few. Sounds pretty mundane to us, hope it gets you to the ZZZs you need. Connect with us on: Twitter: @listenandsleep Instagram: @theinsomniaproject web: theinsomniaproject.com Patreon: www.patreon.com/theinsomniaproject Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/the-insomnia-project. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Plaid vs. Gingham The hosts get into a deep discussion of Plaid vs. Gingham and how similar and different they may be. A Sneak-Peek: [00:00] Ad free listening is now available.  [00:58] The hosts talk about their pajamas [05:58] Marco finds there is a lot of plaid when it comes to sleep ware. [06:28] The Plaid Scarf [09:13] Marco tells Amanda how he gets rid of his favourite T-shirts. [10:38] The Gingham vs. Plaid debate begins [11:58] Auditioning in Plaid [14:58] Plaid & Gingham in home decor [18:58] Plaid gift wrapping paper [20:58] Potato stamping [21:00] "The Make and Do Book" [22:58] Amanda will not wrap gifts in newspaper [24:42] Amanda makes diorama of her books with marshmallows. Quotes: "Baby lets make some Gingham tonight" - Amanda "The world is your oyster on in this case potato" - Amanda Connect with us on: Twitter: @listenandsleep Instagram: @theinsomniaproject web: theinsomniaproject.com Patreon: www.patreon.com/theinsomniaproject Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/the-insomnia-project. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cardigans, Quiet streets and Poets On today's episode Marco & Amanda take us on a journey wearing a Cardigan and talking about poets. A Sneak-Peek: [00:00] Ad free listening is now available.  [00:58] Amanda explains the two kinds of Cardigans she wears. [01:58] The Sweater Set defined. [03:58] Marco describes a Halloween brooch. [04:58] Marco describes his holiday-ware. [07:58] "The Old Man Jones Sweater" [08:28] Marco talks about the Mac cap. [09:37] Amanda and Marco talk about their favourite quiet street in Mexico City, New York, LA & Toronto. [12:58] Marco talks about The Cloisters in NYC [14:38] Amanda & Marco talk about Santa Clarita, California and its downtown. [17:58] The Shim Sham gets mentioned yet again on the podcast. [20:58] Amanda talks about Degrassi street. [22:38] Drake gets a shout out on the podcast. [23:38] Amanda tells us her favourite poets [24:38] Leonard Cohen gets a shout out too. Resource Links: AGO Art Gallery of Ontario Quotes: "Not Broochy by Nature" Amanda "You look like a young, old man" Amanda "Daily Parlance" Marco Connect with us on: Twitter: @listenandsleep Instagram: @theinsomniaproject web: theinsomniaproject.com Patreon: www.patreon.com/theinsomniaproject Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/the-insomnia-project. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Back from Oahu Amanda and Marco are back from their trip to Hawaii where they visited the island of Oahu and Kauai. Listen as they share the sounds and sights of this magical place. A Sneak-Peek: [00:00] Ad free listening is now available.  [00:58] Amanda and Marco explain why there was no episode last week. [01:45] The hosts talk about podcamp they attended [02:30] They mention a site where they are able to get inexpensive flights [05:30] Marco & Amanda talk about how they were influenced to fly to Hawaii [06:30] Amanda goes through the islands of Hawaii [09:30] Marco talks about the Roosters on Kauai [12:30] Amanda tells us about the fish she saw snorkeling [14:30] Amanda does not spot the Monk Seal [16:30] Marco and Amanda talk about the turtles they saw including their names. [17:30] Amanda gives us hot turtle news [21:30] Writing down things when you wake up from sleep [24:00] Amanda and Marco review the Hawaiian words they learned Resource Links: travel site: YYZdeals.com Turtle site: www.malamanahonu.org Quotes: "I have more hot turtle news" - Amanda (@17:30) Connect with us on: Twitter: @listenandsleep Instagram: @theinsomniaproject web: theinsomniaproject.com Patreon: www.patreon.com/theinsomniaproject Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/the-insomnia-project. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Costco, Hoodies and styles of pizza This episode was actually a Patreon episode recorded a while back but we bring it forward for our listeners so that they can hear this conversation with Chris Bond of the We Like Theme Parks podcast as they talk about their favourite subjects. A Sneak-Peek: [1:00] Ad free listening is now available.  [2:15] Marco and Chris talk Costco. [9:45] Hoodies and Sports caps. [11:45] Chris gives us his top Sports caps. [17:00] What makes a good hoodie. [18:45] We Like Theme Parks [22:05] Pizza talk with Chris.  [23:30] Detroit style pizza vs. Chicago style pizza. Connect with us on: Twitter: @listenandsleep Instagram: @theinsomniaproject web: theinsomniaproject.com Patreon: www.patreon.com/theinsomniaproject Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/the-insomnia-project. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

You’ve got Mail You’ve got mail… and stamps, and postoffice and address tags, and cards, and packets and thought provoking questions on today’s episodes as the hosts dive into the mail.  What is your favourite post office? What kind of stamps are you drawn to? What is your favourite type of post to receive? Ad free listening is now available.  Connect with us on: Twitter: @listenandsleep Instagram: @theinsomniaproject web: theinsomniaproject.com Patreon: www.patreon.com/theinsomniaproject Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/the-insomnia-project. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Love Letter to Vermont Amanda and Marco are back for season 7 and they begin with a recent trip to Vermont and how lovely it was to drive in the snowfall in this very picturesque state.  A Sneak-Peek: [00:00] Ad free listening is now available.  [00:58] Amanda is startled that tomorrow is Groundhogs day. [5:00] Burlington, Vermont and where whats-his-name is from. [5:15] The Ben & Jerry’s factory and tour.   [10:00] Montpelier and the farmer’s market.  [14:00] The Von Trapp Family Lodge. [15:10] Good Mustard. [16:50] Amanda tells the story of The Sound of Music and how it came to be. [20:00] Julie Andrews and her connection. [22:00] The Von Trapp family tour.  Resource Links: Burlington, VT  Montpelier VT Stowe, VT Trapp Family Lodge  Quotes: “When you don’t know what to buy someone, always buy mustard” - Marco Connect with us on: Twitter: @listenandsleep Instagram: @theinsomniaproject web: theinsomniaproject.com Patreon: www.patreon.com/theinsomniaproject Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/the-insomnia-project. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Last day of Hanukkah The Insomnia Project Holiday Episodes are back!  Every day in December we will feature a different holiday themed episode with a festive feel. Some will be from Holidays past and some will be from Holiday present and if you give us your idea for an episode they will be featured in a Holiday future episode. Regardless sit back with a warm cup of cider, tea, cocoa, vin brulé, latte with pumpkin spice and enjoy the cheer we share with you.  Today we celebrate Hanukkah and we have Jeff Ironi tell us about his memories and how he would dominate at spinning the dreidel.  A Sneak-Peek: [1:36] Hanukkah gelt. [2:23] Jeff tells us about his Bubbe Rose and her holiday baking.  [4:55] Jeff tells us about his Safta Nechama and her making Latkas. [8:17] Jeff tells us how differently his parents would have celebrated Hanukkah.  [9:37] Marco Hanukkah-splains the oil lamps to Jeff.  [10:28] Jeff gives us tips on how to spin a dreidel to win and what each letter on the dreidel means.   [13:33] Celebrating the holidays as a child vs. as an adult.   [15:22] Jeff tells us some facts about the menorah.  [17:25] Jeff explains his love for Christmas movies. [19:20 ] Jeff explains how he celebrates the holidays in a multi faith household. [21:52] Jeff explain how he likes to curl up with a blanket and nap during the holidays. However you celebrate the holidays we wish you a calm and peaceful season and we are here for you and if you wanting to share the joy please tell people about The Insomnia Project. Follow us:  Instagram: @theinsomniaproject  Twitter: @listenandsleep Web: theinsomniaproject.com Patreon: patreon.com/theinsomniaproject Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/the-insomnia-project. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Birthday’s over the Holidays It is Marco’s birthday so he tells a tale of an interesting and hilarious gift from his sister-in-law. We are still celebrating the holidays on this episode with a particular shout out to Chaka Khan. A Sneak-Peek: [1:30] Why we are using certain holiday songs. [3:40] A most hilarious gift tale is told.   [5:15] Marco makes fun of Virgos.  [9:30] Amanda tells why not to freeze bagels.  [14:10] Perfect gifts for each Astrological signs.  [15:33] Marco expresses his admiration of Chaka Khan. [19:58] Marco gets called out on his East Coast huff. [30:18] Amanda tells us about a great success story of Cursed by Design. [33:55] Marco describes a travel clothes accordion. However you celebrate the holidays we wish you a calm and peaceful season and we are here for you and if you wanting to share the joy please tell people about The Insomnia Project. Amanda’s show: www.clotheswapshow.ca Follow us:  Instagram: @theinsomniaproject  Twitter: @listenandsleep Web: theinsomniaproject.com Patreon: patreon.com/theinsomniaproject Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/the-insomnia-project. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 episode Connect with us on: Twitter: @listenandsleep Instagram: @theinsomniaproject web: theinsomniaproject.com Patreon: www.patreon.com/theinsomniaproject Email: drumcastproductions@gmail.com Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/the-insomnia-project. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 instagram Harvey Fierstein's book: I Was Better Last Night. Cue Cards treadmill with location screens Pentel pens Clairefontaine paper snowtires Connect with us on: Twitter: @listenandsleep Instagram: @theinsomniaproject web: theinsomniaproject.com Patreon: www.patreon.com/theinsomniaproject Email: drumcastproductions@gmail.com Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/the-insomnia-project. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 balm What is Canadian Tire money? Electric Fireplaces Hand warmers using coupons for gifts Amanda has a book recommendation Stowe, Vermont Connect with us on: Twitter: @listenandsleep Instagram: @theinsomniaproject web: theinsomniaproject.com Patreon: www.patreon.com/theinsomniaproject Email: drumcastproductions@gmail.com Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/the-insomnia-project. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 Barker Connect with us on: Twitter: @listenandsleep Instagram: @theinsomniaproject web: theinsomniaproject.com Patreon: www.patreon.com/theinsomniaproject Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/the-insomnia-project. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 tree An Osprey difficult clocks skinks ibises gifts to get when you are travelling. do people really need anymore mugs? Connect with us on: Twitter: @listenandsleep Instagram: @theinsomniaproject web: theinsomniaproject.com Patreon: www.patreon.com/theinsomniaproject Email: drumcastproductions@gmail.com Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/the-insomnia-project. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Reconnecting with Alene Degian Marco 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: @alenedegian AND Creative Instagram: @itsandcreative AND Creative Website: www.alenedegian.com  Podcast Instagram: @accidentalfriendspodcast Connect with us on: Twitter: @listenandsleep Instagram: @theinsomniaproject web: theinsomniaproject.com Patreon: www.patreon.com/theinsomniaproject Email: drumcastproductions@gmail.com Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/the-insomnia-project. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mirrors, Windows & Glass Doors (and Geese) Amanda and Marco begin the episode with listener tips and feedback and their upcoming trip to a spa.  A Sneak-Peek: [0:00] Ad free listening is now available.  [2:05] Marco discovers he will be getting a “nature” massage. [4:00] We discuss Lennox and Denby stoneware [6:52] Amanda makes up a definition for Vertrify. [8:10] Amanda looks up the definition of Vertrify and Vertrification. [9:26] Book recommendation “Remarkable Bright Creatures”. [10:30] Mirror discussion. [12:15] Marco and Amanda give their version of “Mirror, Mirror on the Wall”. [13:55] Marco talks Bay Windows and French Windows. [15:40] Amanda tells of the Dormer Window. [17:30] French Doors and their in and out of style fashion.  [21:58] Amanda talks about her love of Dutch Doors. [23:51] The hosts discuss the sign “Beware of Goose”. Resource Links: Book: Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt. App: House Sigma Connect with us on: Twitter: @listenandsleep Instagram: @theinsomniaproject web: theinsomniaproject.com Patreon: www.patreon.com/theinsomniaproject Email: drumcastproductions@gmail.com Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/the-insomnia-project. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On today's episode Marco & Amanda get ready for their drive to Carleton Place and discover the things there are to do in that Ontario town. Including: Chasing Turkey's Bowling Parrot rehabilitation Centre The Mississippi River And a whole lost more all with the hopes of lulling you the listener to sleep. Connect with us on: Twitter: @listenandsleep Instagram: @theinsomniaproject web: theinsomniaproject.com Patreon: www.patreon.com/theinsomniaproject Email: drumcastproductions@gmail.com Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/the-insomnia-project. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Sauna Episode: Our hosts find themselves in a hotel room in Ottawa where the fan seems to have a mind of its own. Very little of the conversations deals with the city they happen to be in, with the exception of a walk Marco took to the Glebe area of the city. Rather they hosts get on the topic of Sauna's and let the heat take them away and the discuss: what makes a good sauna their first sauna their favourite saunas saunas around the world the difference between a steam room and a sauna the wonderful city of Thunder Bay Resource Links: Kangas Pancake/Sauna Hoito Restaurant (pancakes) Niva's Pancakes (the one Amanda could not remember) @LakeSuperior The Glebe (Ottawa neighbourhood) Bota Bota Connect with us on: Twitter: @listenandsleep Instagram: @theinsomniaproject web: theinsomniaproject.com Patreon: www.patreon.com/theinsomniaproject Email: drumcastproductions@gmail.com Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/the-insomnia-project. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Our hosts visit a Gorge Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/the-insomnia-project. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.