Author Todd McGinnis joins Marco for a relaxing conversation about his cat Mr. Burns, a feline with a surprising love of jazz who enjoys playing Todd’s piano — and is apparently very particular about the kind of jazz he prefers. Marco and Todd also take a gentle deep dive into modelling clay, sculpting, and the different types of clay they both enjoy working with.

On this episode of The Insomnia Project, Marco chats with prolific writer Todd McGinnis in a calm and easygoing conversation that wanders through creative hobbies, pets, and the quiet pleasures of artistic play. From stories about Todd’s musically inclined cat to discussions about sculpting and modelling clay, the conversation stays pleasantly mundane — the perfect tone for a sleep podcast designed to quiet your mind at bedtime.

They also talk about Todd’s book Thunderbolts and Dunderheads: A Myth-sterically Funny Novel, touching on his writing life in the relaxed style listeners have come to expect from the show.

The Insomnia Project features about 26 minutes of gentle, low-stakes conversation intended to help you drift toward sleep. If you struggle with insomnia or simply enjoy a calming sleepcast, this episode offers the kind of soothing background discussion that lets your thoughts slow down naturally.

Follow along loosely — or don’t worry about following at all. Many listeners tell us they enjoy letting the conversation fade into the background. And if you don’t make it to the end because you fall asleep, well… you’ve paid us the biggest compliment.

Many people also listen to the show while working, studying, or decompressing after a busy day, using the calm tone to create a relaxing atmosphere.

Host: Marco Timpano

Producers: Drumcast Productions

Theme Music: Royalty Free

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