Insomnia Project | Calm Conversations to Help You Sleep

Struggling to fall asleep? The Insomnia Project is the sleep podcast for overthinkers — low-stakes, meandering conversation designed to relax your mind and ease you into rest. Tonight, Amanda and Marco wander through Amanda's closet, uncovering a Badgley Mischka dress she's never once worn, and the gentle guilt (and glamour) that comes with holding onto beautiful things "for the right occasion." A...

Manicures, Typing & The Tammys There's something quietly magical about the way a conversation about nail polish can end up somewhere completely unexpected — and that's exactly what happens in tonight's episode. Amanda kicks things off trying to navigate her manicure (the struggle is real and deeply relatable), and before long your hosts have somehow landed on the lost art of typing, keyboard v...

Some episodes have a plan. This one doesn't — and that's exactly the charm. After putting out a call for listener suggestions, Amanda and Marco let this episode go wherever it wants, bouncing from World Cup fever to napkin etiquette to the age-old bath vs. shower debate, with a detour into one of Amanda's recipes along the way. If you're looking for a sleep podcast to fall asleep to tonight, this...

Looking for a sleep podcast to help you fall asleep? This week on The Insomnia Project, Amanda and Marco take you on a calm, unhurried journey across Canada — no packing required. If you struggle with insomnia or just need something gentle to relax to at the end of the day, this episode is your boarding pass to drowsiness. It all starts with Amanda's favourite magazine, Chatelaine, which inspires...

Sleep Podcast: Placeholders, Costumes & the Movies That Raised Us | The Insomnia Project There's something quietly reassuring about the things in life that hold space — the cardboard in a new pair of shoes, the familiar rituals of childhood, the movies you knew by heart before you understood why you loved them. Tonight, Marco and Amanda wander through all of it, gently. It's the kind of conver...

In This Episode: Candles, Cork & Linen | The Insomnia Project Amanda and Marco are back with another slow, wandering conversation — the kind that asks nothing of you and gives your mind just enough to follow without holding on. This week, they drift through the quiet textures of everyday life: pickled wood, the soft weight of linen, the springy underfoot feeling of cork, and the amber glow of...

If your mind won't stop running tonight, we've got just the thing. In this episode of The Insomnia Project , Marco is joined by returning guest Nidhi Kanna for the kind of warm, wandering conversation that's perfect for insomnia, racing thoughts, or anyone who just needs something gentle to drift off to. No stress, no stakes — just the good stuff. They start where all great conversations start: st...

Episode: To-Do Lists, Ironed Shirts & the Great Lakes If you've ever drifted off to sleep mid-thought while running through a mental checklist, this episode of The Insomnia Project was made for you. Amanda and Marco explore the quiet, surprisingly satisfying world of list-making — the kind of slow, meandering conversation that's perfect for winding down, easing insomnia, and letting your mind...

In this episode of The Insomnia Project sleep podcast, Amanda and Marco settle into a warm, unhurried walk down memory lane — the kind of conversation that feels like catching up with old friends late at night. They revisit the small but vivid moments of growing up: first email addresses, rotary phones, and the particular joy of discovering you could binge an entire TV show. It's exactly the kind...

In this episode of The Insomnia Project sleep podcast, Amanda and Marco ease into a gentle, garden-inspired conversation about the flowers growing in their front yard and the quiet rhythms of tending to them throughout the season. With a calm and thoughtful approach, Amanda shares how she selected blooms that would carry color from early spring through late summer, along with the small delights —...

In this episode of The Insomnia Project sleep podcast, Amanda and Marco settle into a calm, easygoing conversation shaped entirely by listener suggestions. Drifting between the small, expressive world of emojis and the gentle, grounding practice of planting dahlias, this episode offers a soothing blend of digital communication and hands-in-the-soil simplicity. As the conversation unfolds, they ref...

In today’s episode of The Insomnia Project , Amanda and Marco ease into a gentle, meandering conversation about what it means to exist on the periphery of something you understand deeply. Marco reflects on his connection to the world of hairdressing—an industry he knows intimately, yet experiences from just outside the spotlight. Together, they explore that curious feeling of being close to someth...

In this calming episode of The Insomnia Project , Amanda and Marco ease into a gentle conversation about their shared love of train travel and the unique charm of slow journeys. From there, they explore North American cities that offer a distinctly European feel, with Quebec City taking the top spot for its old-world beauty and atmosphere. Along the way, Amanda shares a surprising story about almo...

Pens and Ink | A Calming Conversation for Sleep and Relaxation In this soothing episode of The Insomnia Project , Amanda and Marco take a gentle deep dive into the world of pens and ink, exploring personal preferences, favourite writing tools, and the subtle joys of putting pen to paper. Whether you’re a stationery enthusiast or simply looking for a relaxing podcast to help with sleep, this quiet...

On today’s episode of The Insomnia Project , Marco and Amanda ease into a calm and cozy conversation about the surprisingly soothing world of towels, sheets, and everyday routines. The episode begins with a gentle discussion about towels — how to fold them, how Marco approaches the task, and why something so simple can feel oddly satisfying. From there, the conversation drifts into the ongoing (an...

Packing a Suitcase | A Calming Conversation for Sleep Looking for a relaxing sleep podcast to help you unwind, quiet busy thoughts, or gently fall asleep? In this episode of The Insomnia Project, Marco and Amanda settle in for a calm, meandering conversation about the simple ritual of packing a suitcase. From Amanda’s beloved neck pillow (and how she carefully makes space for it) to Marco’s though...

A new piece of podcast gear has Marco feeling especially jazzed in this episode of The Insomnia Project — and naturally that excitement leads the conversation in some unexpected directions. What begins as a chat about the podcast’s new preamp quickly drifts into the world of jazz hands and legendary choreographer Bob Fosse. Marco confidently recalls details about Fosse’s life, only to realize mid-...

🌙 The Quiet World of Waiting Rooms Looking for a calm podcast to help you unwind, relax, and gently fall asleep? In this solo episode of The Insomnia Project , host Marco Timpano explores the quiet, often overlooked world of waiting rooms. From doctors’ offices and barbershops to airport gates and mechanics’ lounges, waiting rooms are small pauses in our day — spaces where time slows down and eve...

🌙 The Insomnia Project – Rossini, Opera Glasses & Figaro’s World Struggling to unwind, quiet your thoughts, or find calm at the end of the day? This episode of The Insomnia Project is a softly spoken sleep podcast designed to help with insomnia, nighttime anxiety, and middle-of-the-night wake-ups through gentle, unhurried conversation. In this episode, host Marco Timpano and guest Amanda Bark...

A weekly podcast designed to help you unwind, quiet your thoughts, and gently fall asleep. In That ’70s Episode , Marco and Amanda drift into a calm, nostalgic conversation inspired by the sights, sounds, and rhythms of the 1970s — the kind of slow, comforting chat that keeps you company as you settle in for the night. The episode begins with soothing thoughts on organizing — the quiet satisfactio...

A weekly podcast designed to help you unwind, quiet your thoughts, and gently fall asleep. In this episode of The Insomnia Project , Marco and Amanda return a little earlier than expected to welcome listeners to Season 11 with a calm, meandering conversation inspired by a sleep-focused holiday to St. Kitts and Nevis . The discussion drifts through memories of quiet beaches, slow island drives, and...

In this episode of The Insomnia Project , a relaxing sleep podcast for insomnia, Marco and Amanda gently close out Season 10 with a calm, unhurried conversation about trailers, top hats, and the quiet ritual of dressing up for special occasions. As always, the discussion begins with something simple and slowly meanders through memories and observations—moving from old-school movie trailers and cin...

In this episode of The Insomnia Project , a relaxing sleep podcast for insomnia, Marco and Amanda settle into a softly meandering conversation perfect for bedtime listening. As the penultimate episode of the season, the discussion moves at an easy, unhurried pace—filled with gentle stories, mild curiosities, and the kind of quiet humour that helps quiet racing thoughts and ease you toward sleep. T...

In this episode of The Insomnia Project , a relaxing sleep podcast for insomnia, Amanda and Marco settle in for a cozy autumn conversation filled with seasonal memories, gentle nostalgia, and the quiet comfort of familiar traditions. As the weather cools and the days grow shorter, the hosts ease into a calm discussion about the small details that make this time of year feel special. The conversati...

A weekly podcast designed to help you unwind, quiet your thoughts, and gently fall asleep. In this episode of The Insomnia Project , Marco and Amanda take you along on a cozy road trip to London, Ontario , filled with stories, laughter, and gentle nostalgic tangents. The conversation drifts naturally into the world of comic strips, including The Far Side , Peanuts , and Cathy , reflecting on which...