All Ears English Podcast AEE 2478: Laundry in English Part 1: Don't Shrink Your Clothes
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Sep 15, 2025 Explore the surprising depth of laundry conversations! The hosts discuss how this everyday task can forge connections and share nostalgic memories of New York laundromats. Gain insights into laundry vocabulary and the challenges of shared living spaces. Discover the nuances of clothing care instructions and the cultural significance of laundromats. Personal anecdotes and light-hearted dialogue create an entertaining exploration of an often-overlooked topic that highlights our daily rituals.
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Daily Summer Laundry
- Lindsay does laundry almost every day in summer because her kids return from camp with wet towels and swimsuits.
- She otherwise does laundry every few days depending on how it builds up.
Weekly Laundromat Ritual
- Michelle used to go to the laundromat once a week in her twenties and made it a ritual on Sundays.
- She remembers hauling laundry across floors and alternating between the laundromat and a coffee shop.
Mundane Topics Spark Connection
- Everyday topics like laundry create natural opportunities to connect with people.
- Michelle and Lindsay highlight that mundane conversations often lead to meaningful connection.