The Insomnia Project – Episode: Loonies, Blooms & Ancestry

Welcome to a double episode of The Insomnia Project! Since we missed last week, today’s show is extra-long—perfect for those who need a little more time to drift off.

Join your hosts Marco and Amanda as they ease you into relaxation with a calming conversation about some charming Canadian shortcut sayings, including the iconic “Loonie” and “Toonie.” From there, they delve into the subtle (and soothing) difference between a canteen and a cafeteria—yes, they are different, and yes, we’re going there.

As the flowers start to bloom, so too does one of our favourite themes—nature. We revisit poetry, a recurring and gentle thread on the show, and explore Amanda’s ancestry in a way that’s thoughtful, quiet, and curiosity-driven.

All this and much more, softly delivered to help guide you into rest.

Sweet dreams.

Follow us on social media for updates and more relaxing content:

• Instagram: @theinsomniaproject
• Twitter: @listenandsleep

Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/the-insomnia-project.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome back to The Insomnia Project, the podcast designed to ease you into a restful night's sleep.

Tonight, your hosts Amanda and Marco delve into the soothing world of poetry and the gentle anticipation of spring.

In this episode, you'll drift off to:

• Poetic Musings: Amanda and Marco share some of their favorite poems and poets, exploring what resonates with them in the world of verse.
• The Cue Card Conundrum: They engage in a robust discussion about their individual feelings on using cue cards, offering insights into their different approaches to presenting and speaking.
• Marco's Note-Taking Secrets: Marco provides a peek behind the curtain, describing his personal method for creating effective and manageable notes.
• A Moment of Verse: Amanda lends her calming voice to a reading of a beautiful poem by the beloved Mary Oliver.
• Marco's Layton Attempt: Marco bravely takes on the challenge of reading a poem by the iconic Canadian poet, Irving Layton (expect a touch of charming imperfection!).
• The Earth Awakens: Transitioning from the literary to the natural, Amanda and Marco discuss the simple wonder of soil and the exciting arrival of peony shoots, a gentle reminder of the season's quiet progress.

We hope this episode provides a peaceful soundscape to guide you towards a restful night.

Connect with us and continue the journey to sleep:

• Twitter: @listenandsleep
• Instagram: @theinsomniaproject
• Web: theinsomniaproject.com
• Support us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/theinsomniaproject

Sweet dreams from Amanda and Marco.

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 gentle journey of conversation, Marco and Amanda begin with Amanda’s recent Aquafit class experience. From the splash of exercise to the curious world of pool noodles, they dive into unexpected comparisons—are pool noodles the candy of the pool? That question leads them, as it often does, down a serene conversational path toward sunglasses.

Marco reminisces about a memorable pair of sunglasses he lost and the duo reflect on the curious habit of wearing sunglasses at night, even touching on a certain familiar song lyric. And just when you think you know where things are headed, the discussion blossoms into a talk about fruit trees. How exactly does that transition happen? You’ll have to listen to find out.

Settle in, relax, and let the conversation drift you gently to sleep.

Connect with us on:

Twitter: @listenandsleep

Instagram: @theinsomniaproject

Website: 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.