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Tidy Hacks, Tulip Talk & Grocery ListsCan't sleep and looking for a calming distraction? Join Marco Timpano and Amanda Barker as they delve into the delightful world of... tidying up?
This episode explores time-saving hacks to keep your home sparkling, including:
Our hosts talk about an app they discovery called Tody! (not an ad or a sponsor)Upcycling your leftover coffee grounds (who knew they were so handy?) ☕️But wait, there's more! The conversation takes a delightful detour into the fascinating world of tulips and their surprising height variations.
Feeling peckish? We've got you covered! Marco and Amanda also chat about grocery list hacks and the ultimate question: is a grocery list magnet the perfect Mother's Day gift (or maybe not?)
As always, we hope this episode lulls you gently into dreamland.
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Montreal Misadventures & Shakespearean Dreams
Hosts: Marco Timpano & Amanda Barker
This episode covers:
Montreal Adventures: Marco dives into his podcasting workshop with the Quebec Writers Federation (QWF) alongside Linda Morra from Getting Lit with Linda. Amanda shares her experience at The Montreal Museum of Fine Arts (Musée des beaux-arts de Montréal) and a relaxing bath-time read the one hundred years of lenni and margot By Marianne CroninBook Recommendations: Amanda spills the tea on a book recommendation from Linda, sure to spark your interest. Valley of the Birdtail by Andrew Stobo Sniderman & Douglas Sanderson
Eclipse Chat: The hosts discuss their recent eclipse experience (details to be shared in the episode).Shakespearean Dreams: Marco and Amanda delve into their Shakespearean experiences and Marco remembers his lines from many many years ago.
As always, The Insomnia Project wishes you a peaceful slumber.
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Can't sleep? Join Marco and Amanda for a delightful conversation about the calming world of...office supplies!
In this episode, we delve into the delightful world of pens, pencils, and highlighters.
•Cue Cards: Marco and Amanda discuss their love for cue cards and how they use them to stay organized.
•Highlighter Showdown: Amanda reveals her favorite highlighter, while Marco confesses his color cravings (and why!).
•Pencils vs. Pens: The age-old debate! We explore which writing utensil reigns supreme in a pinch.
•Penmanship Preferences: Amanda shares her ideal pen qualities, and Marco once again emphasizes the importance of his preferred ink colour.
This episode is guaranteed to lull you into a state of serene nostalgia.
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Dive Deep into the World of Olive Oil
Can't sleep? Pour yourself a glass of knowledge (not wine... yet) because Amanda and Marco are serving up a delicious exploration of olive oil! In this episode, we're taking a deep dive from the grove to your kitchen.
Here's what we'll be spilling:
•Extra Virgin vs. the Rest: Unveiling the grades of olive oil and when to use each one.
•Smoke Point Smackdown: Knowing when to sizzle and when to drizzle to preserve flavor and health benefits.
•Flavor Frenzy: What top-notch olive oil should taste like (hint: it's not just for salads!).
•Our Olive Oil Confessions: Do Amanda and Marco drown their food in EVOO, or are they measured maestros?
•Buyer Beware: Tips for navigating the grocery aisle and avoiding imposters.
•Unexpected Uses: Olive oil hacks that go beyond the kitchen!
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Language Learning, Lumping Clay, and Blown Away Dreams
In this episode of The Insomnia Project, Marco and Amanda dive into a listener request - their adventures (and misadventures) with the language learning app, Duolingo! Amanda tackles Italian vocabulary, while Marco wrestles with his French pronunciations.
As the conversation winds down, pottery takes centre stage. Amanda proposes a pottery class to Marco, inspired by their talented potter sister-in-law. A hilarious anecdote emerges about Marco and Amanda's friend Michael Miranda and a particularly enthusiastic pottery discussion.
Looking for more artsy inspiration? The episode then explores the captivating world of ceramics with a nod to "The Great Pottery Throw Down" and "Blown Away."
Rest assured, gentle listeners, this episode will lull you into a state of sweet slumber... or at least keep you company as you count sheep.
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The Insomnia Project: Episode Show NotesEpisode Title: Around the World in Museums (Listener Request!)
Hosts: Amanda Barker and Marco Timpano
Today's episode:
Inspired by a listener request from Ashley, Amanda and Marco take listeners on a whirlwind tour of unique and fascinating museums around the world. From the musical wonderlands of the Banjo Museum in Oklahoma City to the historical insights of the Tenement Museum in New York City, they weave a tapestry of cultural experiences.
Prepare to be transported to the Museum of Pop Culture in Seattle, a haven for all things pop culture, and then get ready to giggle at the Comedy Museum in Jamestown, New York. The conversation wouldn't be complete without a nod to their shared love for museum gift shops, and of course, a visit to the iconic Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz Museum in the same town.
Settle in, relax, and let Amanda and Marco guide you through these extraordinary museums, all from the comfort of your own bed.
Additional Resources:
The Insomnia Project website: http://www.theinsomniaproject.com/The Banjo Museum: https://americanbanjomuseum.com/The Tenement Museum: https://www.tenement.org/Museum of Pop Culture (MoPOP): https://www.mopop.org/The National Comedy Center: https://comedycenter.org/Lucille Ball & Desi Arnaz Museum: https://lucydesi.com/
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