Newfoundland and the Double Double, and where are my scissors?" Welcome to another episode of "The Insomnia Project"! In this episode titled "Newfoundland and the Double Double, and where are my scissors?" your host Marco Timpano is joined by guest cohost Lois Tucker Keating for an exciting and lively discussion. First up, Marco and Lois delve into a follow-up on quilting. But soon, the conversation takes a delightful turn towards the beautiful province of Newfoundland. They explore the welcoming nature of Newfoundlanders, the breathtaking landscape, and the vibrant music that fills the air ..read more

Bask in Halifax Introduction: •Introduce the special guest, Becka Barker, from Halifax •Mention the topics to be discussed: libraries, delicious amaro, nooks in libraries, places to visit in Halifax and Dartmouth, impressive animals, and the colourful arts building in the North end of Halifax Libraries as Hidden Gems •Discuss the significance of libraries as community spaces •Becka shares her passion for libraries and their unique features •Talk about finding cozy nooks and comfortable corners in libraries for reading or working •Share personal stories of memorable library experiences. Deli ..read more

The String Theory of Grandmaster Flash Amanda and Marco talk about the difference between threat and string and it takes them on a wild ride to Grandmaster Flash and naturally String Theory. 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 ..read more

Forest Bathing Amanda and Marco are all about baths today on the podcast episode. There recent trip to a spa had them Forest Bathing and then they talk about City Bathing, Art Bathing and Bathing Bathing.  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 ..read more

Chicago My Kind of Town Marco and Amanda speak gently about their trip to “The Windy City” and all the other nicknames for Chicago. Also they talk about the Phoenix Cow of Chicago that rose from the acid and what department stores have possessive endings. A small tribute to Elsa Peretti  and the Chicago Bean, the architectural tours and our love for Jeanne Gang’s St. Regis Chicago.  Here are Chicago’s nicknames: Windy City Second City Chi-town City of Big Shoulders Chiberia City in a Garden  Great Commercial Tree Mud City City by the Lake The City that Works Heart of America T ..read more

Water Pressure & The Owl of Minerva Amanda and Marco are heading to Chicago and back but before they do that they will chat about their recent tour of the Art Gallery special gift.  A Sneak-Peek: [00:00] Ad free listening is now available.  [01:38] Amanda gets her nails done. [02:38] The hosts discuss the Leonard Cohen exhibit at the AGO. [03:38] Marco tries to figure out AI programs. [04:38] Our postman and some tulips talk. [06:15] Water main servicing and what our host are doing to mitigate the effects of it. [08:38] Garden Hose talk. [10:00] Neighbourhood gossip. [13:11] Ma ..read more

Michmashartstache Marco welcomes back his dear friend Michelle Miracle who joins the podcast from Santa Clarita, California. They delve into Michelle’s art and how special it is. They have a lovely time and you can hear the faint sounds of a train that joins them on this episode.  Resource Links: Michmashartstache Instagram michellemiracle.com Quotes: 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. Se ..read more

The Art Gallery is closed Amanda and Marco go to the Art Gallery on a Monday only to discover that it is closed. The discuss The Ward area of Toronto and music boxes at the theatre and naturally that leads them to Bermuda. A Sneak-Peek: [00:00] Ad free listening is now available.  [00:58] Marco makes a correction. [02:00] Amanda gives her review of Scarlett Johanson. [03:58] The Art Gallery of Ontario [04:58] The Old Victoria house.  [06:21] Amanda talks about “The Ward” [11:58] Marco talks about train-stations. [14:28] Amanda talks about Victor.  [15:30] Marco talks about pla ..read more

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 ho ..read more

Routine A Sneak-Peek: [00:00] Ad free listening is now available.  [00:58] Amanda reclaims the word ‘mundane’ [01:35] Marco is a list maker and Amanda is a routine type. [02:58] Marco talks about Mendacity and how he remembers it from a “Street Car Named Desire” and can’t remember Burl Ives name.  [06:35] The local channel which is not local at all.  [07:13] Figuring out weather from another city’s weather. [08:58] The journey of the fancy espresso machine. [11:28] Marco talks about his preferred vessel for tea water. [14:48] Amanda gives an example of what works perfectly for ..read more