Rolling into the New Year

Show Notes:

As we close out the year, Marco and Amanda find themselves "rolling with it" from an unexpected location—the airport! 🛫 Without their usual recording setup, our hosts embrace the lively ambiance of the terminal and bring you a truly unique episode filled with reflections and resolutions.

What to Expect in Today’s Episode:

• 🎙️ The joys and challenges of recording in an airport.
• ✈️ Marco and Amanda’s favorite travel tips for the holiday season.
• 🎉 A look ahead to Season 10, debuting in March 2025!
• 📝 Sharing their New Year’s resolutions and what they’re grateful for.
• 😂 Fun banter to bring a smile to your face as we bid farewell to the year.

Whether you're traveling, relaxing, or celebrating, this episode is the perfect companion to end the year with calm and cheer. Thank you for joining us throughout our 30 Days of Holiday Episodes. Wishing you a Happy New Year filled with peace and joy! 🥂✨

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As our holiday episodes near their end, we reflect on the joy of creating them and the warmth of sharing them with you. For today’s Encore Presentation, we cozy up in the library of Amanda’s parents' home in Florida, seeking a quiet escape from the post-Christmas hustle to bring you this episode.

We dive into a variety of topics, including an unexpected focus on fowl, and Amanda shares a story that may verge on the inappropriate (our apologies in advance!). We also talk about one of our favorite Twitter accounts, @CanadaPaintings, which sparks a delightful discussion.

Whether you’re enjoying some quiet time or still soaking in the holiday festivities, we hope this episode brings a touch of calm and cheer.

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🎄 However you celebrate, we wish you a peaceful holiday season!

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Episode: December 29th – Reflecting on Gifts and Surprises

On today’s episode, hosts Marco Timpano and Amanda Barker dive into the joys and surprises of the holiday season. They share stories about the gifts that left a lasting impression this year—some unexpected and others delightfully personal.

Marco reflects on his gratitude for the family time spent playing games, a cherished holiday tradition that brings everyone together. Amanda and Marco also laugh about discovering unexpected interests, like Monster Trucks and cows, and how the holidays have a way of broadening perspectives in the most surprising ways.

It’s a heartwarming and lighthearted episode to enjoy as the year winds down. Grab a cozy blanket, sip on something warm, and join us for another festive conversation.

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🎁 We hope this episode adds a bit of calm and joy to your holiday season!

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On today’s episode of The Insomnia Project, Marco is joined by his dear friend Linda Morra, host of the podcast Getting Lit with Linda. Together, they explore the world of holiday-themed literature and share some fantastic book recommendations for the season.

Linda reveals her love for handmade gifts and discusses why these heartfelt gestures make the holidays extra special. Marco and Linda also chat about unique book-related gifts, perfect for the readers in your life.

It’s a warm and literary episode filled with holiday cheer and thoughtful insights. Pour yourself a cup of tea, cozy up with a blanket, and let this conversation inspire your holiday gift-giving or reading list.

We hope you enjoy this festive and relaxed episode.

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Encore Boxing Day Bliss

Episode Summary:

On today’s Encore episode, Amanda and Marco revel in the joys of Boxing Day—a holiday Amanda holds dear. They explore what this day means to them: a time to relax, reflect, and indulge in some post-Christmas tranquility.

Amanda shares her insights into the origin of "Boxing Day," offering a heartfelt explanation of what the "box" symbolizes. She also gives a wonderful book recommendation perfect for this restful day. Marco dives into the excitement of Boxing Day sales, sharing tips on how to find great deals, and covers the sporting events that make this day so festive.

The duo also tackles a question many face: When should you take down your Christmas decorations? Along the way, they express their mutual appreciation for British chocolates—a sweet end to a wonderful holiday discussion.

As always, Marco and Amanda bring their calm, thoughtful perspectives to this special holiday episode.

Wishing You a Calm and Peaceful Boxing Day!

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Encore Presentation: Dec 25: A Holiday Marathon

Episode Summary:

Merry Christmas and Happy Hanukkah! For your Christmas listening pleasure, we bring you three hours of back-to-back holiday episodes from the past. Whether you’re lounging in your pajamas all day, lighting candles to celebrate Hanukkah, or just soaking in the winter and Christmas season, this marathon is perfect for setting a calm and festive mood.

Join Marco and Amanda as they chat about enjoying the holidays in cozy and delightful ways. From holiday traditions to simple joys, these sleep-inducing episodes are here to bring you relaxation and cheer.

However you celebrate the season, we hope it’s filled with warmth, joy, and tranquility.

We wish you:

🎄 A Merry Christmas

🕎 A Happy Hanukkah

✨ And the most peaceful holiday season!

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Merry Christmas and Happy Hannukah from all of us to you all.

Enjoy this holiday season!

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ENCORE: Holiday Joy with Mia and Luca

As we near Christmas Day, we're thrilled to share this Encore Presentation featuring Marco joined by his delightful niece and nephew, Mia and Luca! This heartwarming episode is all about the joy of the season as seen through the eyes of these young holiday enthusiasts.

What to Expect:

• 🎄 Elf on the Shelf antics and the simple things that bring joy on Christmas.
• 🏒 Mia chats about her love of hockey and tobogganing adventures.
• ☃️ Luca shares expert tips on how to build the perfect snowman and reveals everyone's favorite snowmen!
• 🎥 A discussion of our favorite Christmas movies and the moments that make them magical.
• 🎁 Family traditions: When do you open presents?
• 🌈 Holiday colors and a surprising twist in Marco’s favorite Christmas colors!
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We end the episode by wishing all of you a very Merry Christmas, Happy Hannukah, and a joyful holiday season filled with peace and calm. ❤️

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A Florida Holiday with Dan Barker

The Insomnia Project Holiday Episodes continue!

Every day in December, we bring you a festive episode filled with holiday cheer. Some episodes feature holiday memories from the past, while others are inspired by the present. And if you share your ideas, they might just appear in a Holiday future episode. Whatever your traditions, sit back with a warm cup of cider, tea, cocoa, vin brulé, or a latte, and let us bring some holiday joy to your day.

On today’s Encore episode, we welcome fan-favourite guest Dan Barker as he joins Marco Timpano from sunny Sebastian, Florida. Together, they share a delightful holiday conversation filled with music, memories, and more:

• Dan reminisces about holiday musicals, plays, and festivals he enjoys attending during the season.
• Marco highlights one of his favourite restaurants in Fellsmere, Florida—known for its frog leg festivals—and recounts an evening of live Bluegrass music, complete with the song “5 Pounds of Possum.”
• Dan shares stories from his days as a drummer, gigging around Massachusetts, and fondly remembers Christmas songs released by bands back in the day.
• They discuss Ringo Starr’s drumming skills and Dan’s go-to holiday books.
• The conversation turns to the joy of holiday boat cruises, a Floridian festive delight.

It’s a cheerful episode full of music, nostalgia, and a unique Florida holiday vibe.

However you celebrate the holidays, we wish you a calm and peaceful season. Share the joy by telling others about The Insomnia Project!

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Holiday Movies, Silent Auctions, and Tombola Fun

The Insomnia Project Holiday Episodes continue!

Every day in December, we bring you a new holiday-themed episode filled with festive cheer. Some episodes reflect holidays past, some embrace the present, and if you share your ideas, they might even inspire a holiday future episode. So, grab a cozy drink of cider, tea, cocoa, vin brulé, or a latte with pumpkin spice, and let the holiday spirit wash over you as we share this joyful season together.

Episode Highlights:

On today’s episode, hosts Marco Timpano and Amanda Barker dive into their favorite holiday movies and discover some hidden gems as Amanda reads from a top 100 holiday movies list.

Amanda’s love for silent auctions takes the spotlight, and she shares what makes them so irresistible—even more so than a Silent Night! Meanwhile, Marco introduces the delightful game of tombola and reminisces about its festive charm.

The duo keeps the conversation lively with laughs, stories, and plenty of holiday warmth to keep you company this season.

However you celebrate the holidays, we wish you a calm and peaceful season. If you enjoy The Insomnia Project, please share it with your friends and loved ones.

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