• Trailers, Top Hats, and Taking a Bow
    Oct 29 2025
    “Trailers, Top Hats, and Taking a Bow”
    💤 Show Notes

    In the final episode of Season 10, Marco and Amanda wind down with a cozy chat about trailers, top hats, and dressing up for special occasions—from old-school movie previews to fancy attire that instantly sets the mood. The conversation drifts, as it often does, into comfort, style, and those quiet moments that make getting ready an event all on its own.

    As the hosts reflect on another restful season, they share heartfelt thanks to listeners around the world for tuning in and helping make The Insomnia Project a peaceful place for gentle conversation and calm reflection.

    If you’ve enjoyed drifting off with us, consider supporting the show:


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    Stay tuned—Season 11 is coming soon, filled with new cozy topics and soothing stories to accompany your quiet moments.

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    26 mins
  • Flip Flop Blowout
    Oct 22 2025
    💤 The Penultimate Episode: Flip Flops Blowout


    In the penultimate episode of this season, Amanda and Marco settle in for a soothing chat filled with stories, laughter, and gentle curiosity.

    👣 Amanda’s Flip Flop Blowout: She shares the saga of her broken sandals and why she’s sworn off “Archies” for good.

    🌡️ A Visit to the Russian Banya: Amanda brings listeners along to her steamy spa adventure — complete with cold plunges, eucalyptus steam, and all the relaxation vibes.

    🎙️ Listener Favourites: Marco turns the mic to you — what’s been your favourite episode this season? The duo might just revisit a beloved topic next season based on your feedback.

    As always, this is an episode designed to ease you into calm reflection, quiet chuckles, and maybe even sleep.

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    31 mins
  • 🎃 Candy Regrets & Frugal Secrets
    Oct 16 2025

    In this cozy autumn episode of The Insomnia Project, hosts Amanda and Marco settle in for a soothing chat about all things seasonal and nostalgic.

    🍬 They confess to buying Halloween candy a little too early (and the temptations that followed).

    🦃 The conversation drifts toward the Thanksgiving Day parades, with a special nod to the iconic Macy’s Parade—floats, balloons, and holiday comfort.

    🏬 Nostalgia takes over as they reminisce about stores that no longer exist, sharing memories of shopping trips gone by.

    💸 And finally, they share a few frugal living tips, including one money-saving suggestion that might just spark a little controversy.

    As always, this is an episode meant to ease you into calm reflection—the perfect companion for winding down, relaxing, or drifting into sleep.


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    27 mins
  • Road Trip & Comic Strips
    Oct 3 2025

    Road Trip & Comic Strips

    On today’s episode of The Insomnia Project, Marco and Amanda take you along on their drive to London, Ontario — a journey filled with stories, laughter, and plenty of nostalgic tangents.

    From there, the conversation takes a cozy deep dive into the world of comic strips. They reminisce about The Far Side, Peanuts, and Cathy, sharing which cartoons shaped their sense of humor and which panels still bring a smile today.

    Naturally, comics lead to childhood memories — including the dolls they once cherished and the endlessly entertaining toy that defined generations: the slinky.

    It’s a meandering, lighthearted chat designed to ease you into relaxation — and maybe even drift you off to sleep.

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    27 mins
  • Guest Rooms, Palm Springs, and a Chicken
    Sep 24 2025

    In this cozy episode of The Insomnia Project, hosts Amanda and Marco take you through a calm meander of stories and reflections:

    • 🛏️ Guest Rooms: They chat about the comforts they like to offer their guests, and what it’s like to be both a host and a guest.
    • 🌴 Palm Springs Adventures: Marco shares an incident that happened in a store on their recent trip, and together they explore the meaning of the word non-plussed.
    • 🐓🐄 Animal Encounters: Amanda talks about a chicken and a cow they recently worked with, while Marco closes the episode with a gentle story about working alongside a goat.

    As always, this is an episode designed to ease you into relaxation — and maybe even sleep.


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    28 mins
  • Not a Sponsor of our Show
    Sep 3 2025
    🎙️ Episode: Not a Sponsor of Our Show

    In this playful episode of The Insomnia Project, hosts Marco and Amanda explore a mix of cozy conversations and quirky debates — with plenty of mentions of products and companies that are most definitely not sponsors of the show.

    Amanda’s Coffee Journey

    Amanda shares her ever-evolving relationship with coffee and recounts a spirited debate she had with a surly waiter.

    🦀 Crabs, Lobsters & “Specialty Tests”

    The hosts muse about why Amanda should never be quizzed on her area of so-called expertise: crabs and lobsters.

    🍇 Wine & Grapes

    Marco talks about experimenting with wine and the challenges (and delights) of working with Concord grapes.

    🍓 Jam Session

    Amanda shares her most recent foray into jam-making, with all the triumphs and sticky pitfalls along the way.

    Throughout the conversation, the duo repeatedly highlight companies, products, and items that are not sponsors — but maybe should be!


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    26 mins
  • A Good Hair Day
    Aug 29 2025

    ✨ Big news! The Insomnia Project now has ad-free episodes with a 10-day free trial available at theinsomniaproject.supercast.com.

    Try it today and enjoy uninterrupted calm.


    On today’s episode, Marco and Amanda dive into all things hair. From the mysteries of hair dye and the convenience of dry shampoo to the triumphs of good cuts, the tragedies of bad ones, and even a few insider secrets—this episode is rollers-deep in stories, tips, and laughter. It’s truly an all-hair day on The Insomnia Project.


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    26 mins
  • Bell Peppers, Butterflies & Book Challenges
    Aug 14 2025

    Bell Peppers, Butterflies & Book Challenges

    Marco is joined by friend of the show, Nima Kharrazi, for a wide-ranging chat that starts with the humble bell pepper and takes us all the way to the shores of Hawaii. Along the way, Nima shares his thoughts on photography, gets challenged by Marco to write a book, and tells a story involving a butterfly that just might make you smile. The episode continues on our Patreon page—where the conversation takes even more unexpected turns.


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    26 mins