Episode 8: A Theatrical Week (Trump-Zelensky Drama, Family Vlogging, Epstein Fakeout, & More)

This week on "Washed Up," cohosts Abigail Cavizo and Colin Mullaney regale their cherished subscribers with a dialogue about the following political and cultural issues of our time, from Feb. 24 to March 2, 2025. After last week, we decided to start off by surprising one another with a “good news” story. Dialogue is important and in independent commentary, we have the power to structure our episodes how we want to — something we don’t want to forget! Trump and Zelensky’s theatrical meeting, which escalated for the worst in the last 10 minutes. Our thoughts on the AP being barred from the Oval Office, then the announcement that the White House would select the press pool (spoiler: we’re not a fan). The promised “new” information on the Epstein files. California’s newly enacted child influencer laws and our takes on the ethics behind family vlogging. There’s a Texas measles outbreak and RFK Jr.’s stance and response to it… as well as a mini plug-in about the Kennedy family in general (shoutout Maureen Callahan). Plus, Abby’s experience trying to change her student loan repayment plan and the future of the Dept. of Education. All opinions expressed are entirely our own and do not reflect those of any institution or affiliation, past or present.