Culips Everyday English Podcast

Bonus episode #160 – My funky jacket

Oct 26, 2025
Discover how a simple storage mistake turned a beloved jacket into a funky disaster! Andrew shares hilarious attempts to eliminate the musty odor, from freezing to vodka spraying, with mixed results. Hear about the unique world of specialty jacket restoration and the relief when the jackets finally return to their former glory. Plus, learn fun vocabulary for describing bad smells—from musty to putrid—that can enhance your everyday English!
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ANECDOTE

Storage Routine Led To Smelly Jackets

  • Andrew stores off-season clothes under his bed in vacuum-sealed bags to save closet space.
  • He discovered two Barber jackets developed a strong musty smell after summer storage.
ANECDOTE

Waxed Jackets Can't Be Washed

  • When Andrew took the Barber jackets out, they smelled intensely musty and his wife immediately noticed.
  • He realized normal washing and dry cleaning weren't options because the jackets are waxed and waterproof.
ADVICE

Try Sun And Freezer First

  • Try easy, low-effort fixes first like sunlight exposure and freezing to remove odors.
  • Andrew tested both methods but found neither removed the deep musty smell.
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