This week on Out in the Wash, I go soap by soap, breaking down the key storylines, the moments that landed — and the ones that really didn’t.

EastEnders

A packed week in Walford, with fallout, tension, and a lot of unresolved questions.

• Joel’s trial – Zack and Vicky The emotional weight of the trial, the impact on Zack, and how Vicky fits into the bigger picture. Questions around pacing, realism, and long-term consequences.
• Elaine vs Ian A clash that felt inevitable. Power dynamics, control, and whether this conflict has legs or was more about short-term drama.
• Jasmine A quieter presence this week, but one that feels significant. Is this groundwork for something bigger, or another thread that risks being dropped?
• Bea ...