EQ News: Zara's Death Pants & The EU Ban on Destroying Unsold Clothes

In this week’s Ethically Questionable news segment, Jamila Brown and Jenn McGarrigle dive into the viral “death pants” conversation around Zara and what it reveals about fast fashion, overproduction, and the hidden cost of trends. From pants getting caught in escalators and bikes to the bigger problem of flammable jumpers, destroyed stock, and overflowing secondhand markets, they unpack how price, status, and brand image can mask serious quality and sustainability issues. The conversation turns to the EU’s new rules on unsold textiles, exploring whether legislation can actually push brands toward better design, more transparency, and a more circular future. It’s sharp, funny, and hopeful with a clear message: progress may be imperfect, but the fashion industry has to start doing better.Electrified by PolestarFollow us onInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/ethicallyquestionable/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ethicallyquestionablepodYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@EthicallyQuestionablePod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.