Insomnia Project | Calm Conversations to Help You Sleep – Details, episodes &amp; analysis

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A Good Hair Day

Season 10 · Episode 20

vendredi 29 août 2025 • Duration 26:09

In this episode of The Insomnia Project, a relaxing sleep podcast for insomnia, Marco welcomes friend of the show Nima Kharrazi for a calm, gently meandering conversation that begins with something wonderfully ordinary—the humble bell pepper. As often happens on the podcast, one simple topic opens the door to many others, and before long the discussion wanders into photography, creativity, and stories that travel all the way to the shores of Hawaii.

Nima shares his thoughts on photography and the quiet pleasure of noticing the small details that many people overlook. Marco, inspired by the conversation, playfully challenges Nima to write a book, leading to a thoughtful exchange about ideas, storytelling, and where creative projects begin. Somewhere along the way, Nima tells a story involving a butterfly that might just bring a smile as the conversation continues its relaxed and curious path.

The Insomnia Project is a highly rated relaxing sleep podcast designed to help quiet racing thoughts and provide calm bedtime listening through gentle conversations about everyday topics. The show has been shortlisted for multiple podcast awards and is proud to be an award-winning podcast, and we’re grateful to the many listeners who continue to support and share the show with others who need a little calm at the end of the day.

This episode offers the familiar Insomnia Project rhythm—light curiosity, easy banter, and a conversation that doesn’t demand your full attention. Whether you’re settling into bed, taking a quiet break, or waking in the middle of the night, it’s a peaceful place to unwind and perhaps even fall asleep.

The conversation continues on our Patreon page, where Marco and Nima let the discussion wander even further into unexpected territory.

If this episode helped you relax, consider sharing The Insomnia Project with a friend who might enjoy a relaxing sleep podcast, or invite someone new to discover our award-winning show designed to help listeners unwind and fall asleep.

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Sniffles, Faucets and Brown Eyes Susans

Season 10 · Episode 11

mercredi 28 mai 2025 • Duration 30:19

In this episode of The Insomnia Project, a relaxing sleep podcast for insomnia, Marco and Amanda settle in for a mellow, softly spoken conversation while both feeling a little under the weather. Even with the sniffles, the hosts bring their familiar calm rhythm to the microphone, creating the kind of easygoing exchange designed to help quiet racing thoughts and gently guide you toward sleep.

Amanda shares the story behind their seasonal sniffles and drifts into memories from her university days, reflecting on the small details and everyday moments that tend to surface when you’re feeling a little nostalgic. Marco, meanwhile, offers a few of his signature “hot tips” and recalls some of his most memorable—and mischievous—gift-giving pranks played on friends and family over the years.

As always, the conversation meanders comfortably between topics, embracing the ordinary and the slightly absurd in equal measure. The result is a calm, low-stakes discussion that doesn’t ask much of the listener—perfect for bedtime listening when your mind needs something gentle to follow while you unwind.

The Insomnia Project is designed to be quiet, calm, and maybe just a little bit boring in the best possible way. If you’re settling into bed, waking up in the middle of the night, or simply looking for a relaxing podcast to help you fall asleep, let this easy conversation keep you company as you rest.

If this episode helped you relax or drift off, consider sharing The Insomnia Project with someone who could use a calm moment at the end of their day. And we’d love to know—what’s the most memorable gift you’ve ever given or received?

Press play, get comfortable, and enjoy a quiet moment of bedtime listening with Marco and Amanda.

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Napkins

Season 6 · Episode 24

mercredi 17 août 2022 • Duration 25:06

🌙 To Fold or Not to Fold? A Napkin Conversation

Looking for a calm podcast to help you relax, unwind, and gently fall asleep? In this soothing episode of The Insomnia Project, the hosts turn their attention to one of the most humble and hardworking items at the table — the napkin.

Marco explores the subtle art of napkin folding, describing three classic techniques in slow and careful detail: the fan fold, the “roll up and go” fold, and the dependable rectangle fold. What begins as a simple conversation about table settings gradually expands into a quiet exploration of the many roles napkins play in everyday life.

Along the way, the discussion drifts briefly into the world of towel art before circling back to napkin rings, paper napkins, and the small decisions we make when setting a table. As always on The Insomnia Project, the conversation is intentionally gentle, mildly curious, and pleasantly mundane — perfect for listeners who enjoy calm voices and simple topics that help quiet a busy mind.

If you're looking for a relaxing sleep podcast or a calming conversation to help ease insomnia and guide you toward rest, this episode offers a soft distraction that may just help you drift off before the final fold.

Host: Marco Timpano

Producers: Drumcast Productions

Theme Music: Royalty Free: Bass Walker, Kevin MacLeod

The Insomnia Project is a top sleep podcast featuring mundane conversations designed to help you relax, reduce anxiety, and drift toward sleep. Not every episode will bring you fully to sleep, but our goal is to help you reach a calm and restful state.

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We look to the stars

Season 6 · Episode 23

mercredi 10 août 2022 • Duration 26:49

🌙 Looking to the Stars with Amanda

Looking for a calm podcast to help you relax, unwind, and gently fall asleep? In this peaceful episode of The Insomnia Project, the hosts turn their attention to the quiet beauty of the night sky as Amanda shares her fascination with astronomy.

Marco and Amanda explore the simple wonder of looking up at the stars and the stories, patterns, and ideas that people have drawn from the sky for centuries. Their conversation drifts through familiar celestial sights like Polaris, the North Star, the Big Dipper, the Belt of Orion, and the delicate cluster of the Pleiades. They also discuss the magical glow of the Aurora Borealis and talk about where some of the best night skies in the world can be found.

Like all episodes of The Insomnia Project, the discussion is slow, gentle, and pleasantly meandering — the kind of quiet conversation that gives your mind something soft to follow while helping your body relax. Whether you're interested in astronomy, curious about the constellations, or simply looking for a relaxing sleep podcast to help ease insomnia, this episode offers a calm and comforting listening experience.

Follow the conversation loosely, or simply let it fade into the background as you drift toward sleep.

Host: Marco Timpano

Co Host: Amanda Barker

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Under the Stars with Mia

Season 6 · Episode 22

mercredi 3 août 2022 • Duration 26:38

🌙 Stargazing & Stories with Mia

Looking for a calm podcast to help you unwind, relax, and gently fall asleep? In this peaceful episode of The Insomnia Project, Marco welcomes back his niece Mia for a quiet and curious conversation that drifts across a variety of simple and soothing topics.

Together they talk about everything under the stars — including the stars themselves. Their conversation wanders through thoughts about the night sky, the quiet wonder of looking up at the stars, and the kinds of questions that come up during relaxed late-night chats.

The episode also includes a gentle deep dive into a few books, with Marco and Mia sharing thoughts about reading and the small joys that come from getting lost in a good story. Like all Insomnia Project episodes, the conversation is intentionally calm, meandering, and pleasantly mundane — perfect for listeners who enjoy soft voices and slow discussions that help quiet a busy mind.

If you're searching for a relaxing podcast, a sleep podcast, or a calm conversation to help with insomnia, this episode provides the kind of easy listening that many people use to wind down at night. Follow along casually, or simply let the conversation fade into the background as you drift toward sleep.

Host: Marco Timpano

Guest: Mia

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A walk through a dream home

Season 6 · Episode 21

mercredi 27 juillet 2022 • Duration 29:42

Amanda explains how before she falls asleep she creates a dream home in her mind, we try to recreate that on today's episode but we don't get very far... Marco wants a "funk powder room" and we debate Frank or Franklin.

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Woodstock with Andrea

Season 6 · Episode 20

mercredi 13 juillet 2022 • Duration 29:22

The Insomnia Project visits Woodstock, New Brunswick and Marco has the honour of speaking with Andrea Anderson, and they discuss the following:

St. Francis Xavier University and their cool ring.

Hello Molly by Molly Shannon

Hollywood Godfather by Gianni Russo

Oatmeal

Coffee

espresso chef to The Rolling Stones

Rain and Thunder

Woodstock, New Brunswick

Walking

Resilence

Body Guarding

the joys of volunteering

stretching advice

conversation is important

a little bit of hockey

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Reading in a Hammock

Season 6 · Episode 19

mercredi 29 juin 2022 • Duration 29:44

In this calming episode of The Insomnia Project, hosts Marco Timpano and Amanda Barker settle into the peaceful idea of reading in a hammock—one of those simple, quiet pleasures that perfectly matches the show’s slow and soothing pace. Their gentle conversation drifts through thoughts about relaxing outdoor spaces, the comfort of a good book, and the small rituals that help people unwind at the end of the day.

Marco and Amanda imagine the feeling of lying in a hammock on a warm afternoon, the subtle sway back and forth creating the perfect environment for reading, resting, and letting the mind wander. They reflect on what makes certain places ideal for reading, whether it’s a quiet backyard, a cottage setting, or any spot where you can relax without distraction.

As always, the discussion moves naturally and calmly, touching on the kinds of everyday details that make The Insomnia Project such a comforting companion for listeners. The hosts’ easygoing banter and thoughtful reflections create a relaxed atmosphere designed to help listeners slow down and let go of the day’s stress.

If you’re looking for a sleep podcast for insomnia, a gentle show to help quiet a busy mind, or relaxing conversation to listen to while winding down before bed, this episode offers a peaceful mental escape—like lying in a hammock with a good book and nowhere else to be.

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The Wooden Deck

Season 6 · Episode 18

mercredi 22 juin 2022 • Duration 26:55

🌙 Staining the Deck & The Yard vs. Garden Debate

Looking for a calm podcast to help you relax, unwind, and gently fall asleep? In this soothing episode of The Insomnia Project, Marco and Amanda settle into a quiet conversation about the surprisingly detailed process of staining a backyard deck.

What begins as a simple home project turns into a pleasantly mundane exploration of brushes, rollers, and the mysterious staining tool that looks suspiciously like a broom. Together they try to remember what the tool is actually called while walking through the slow, methodical steps of staining the deck — the kind of everyday task that becomes oddly relaxing when described in full detail.

Along the way, Marco and Amanda also wander into a gentle debate about the space behind their home. Is it a yard? Is it a garden? Or perhaps something in between? Their thoughtful pondering turns the ordinary into something quietly amusing.

Amanda also shares a small but charming story about picking up a birthday cake for Nidhi, adding another simple moment of daily life to the conversation.

If you enjoy calm podcasts, relaxing conversations, or sleep podcasts designed to ease racing thoughts and help with insomnia, this episode offers the perfect soft distraction. Follow along loosely — or drift off before the end.

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