This week on Out in the Wash, Jayne breaks down the latest drama from EastEnders, Emmerdale and Coronation Street and asks why one soap feels miles ahead of the others right now.

In EastEnders, the mystery of who killed Anthony continues as Jake returns and Chrissie starts asking the questions others haven’t. Kat’s instincts point towards Jasmine, but will anyone listen? Meanwhile, Max chooses silence over consequences as Louis bullies Ollie, Linda’s judgement wobbles again, and Ravi finds himself trapped between the police and gang life as Nugget’s epilepsy diagnosis changes everything. Is EastEnders playing it too safe?

Over in Emmerdale, Cain’s cancer storyline is handled with realism and honesty as he begins treatment while trying to keep control of the farm and his family. Victoria and Robert’s decision to sell to Joe Tate raises bigger questions about legacy and loyalty, while Bear, April and Dylan’s parallel trauma scenes deliver some of the strongest emotional storytelling of the week. Right now, Emmerdale feels layered, confident and quietly powerful.

In Coronation Street, Todd’s self-destructive spiral intensifies as overexercising, secrecy and financial stress catch up with him. Theo’s manipulation grows more uncomfortable, Gary’s controlling streak resurfaces, and a mysterious will leaves George unexpectedly named. With Carl sacked and revenge simmering, Corrie is juggling multiple threads – but are they building towards something bigger?

This episode explores where each soap is succeeding, where they are struggling, and what might come next.

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Out in the Wash – Episode 5

This week, I’m back in the washroom breaking down another packed week across the soaps — where tensions rise, loyalties are tested, and absolutely nobody is making sensible decisions.

I take a look at the moments that had viewers talking, the storylines that are quietly bubbling away, and the characters who are very much on borrowed time (whether they know it or not).

EastEnders

Power struggles, uncomfortable truths, and a few familiar faces pushing their luck. Some storylines are edging closer to boiling point, while others raise more questions than answers.

Coronation Street

Emotions run high as the past refuses to stay buried. There’s grief, guilt, and the sense that several characters are heading for a reckoning — whether they’re ready or not.

Emmerdale

Secrets, suspicion, and shifting dynamics in the village. As events unfold, it’s clear that not everyone is being honest, and the fallout could be far-reaching.

As always, expect opinions, observations, and a good old soap rant or two — because if we don’t talk about it, who will?

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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 Mixed reactions to Bea’s role in recent events and how the show is positioning her within the wider cast.
• Max Max’s involvement and what his actions say about where his character is heading next.
• Ravi Still one of the most watchable characters on the Square — but are the writers asking too much forgiveness too quickly?

Coronation Street

A heavy, emotional week on the cobbles, with grief, confrontation, and long-running tensions bubbling over.

• Billy’s funeral A big, emotional centrepiece for the week. Performances, tone, and whether the aftermath will be given the space it deserves.
• Todd and Theo Complicated history resurfacing. Power, manipulation, and how much responsibility sits where.
• Bernie Grief expressed in a very Bernie way — and whether her actions are understandable or pushing things too far.
• Brodie and Kit A pairing that raises questions about trust, motives, and where this dynamic is heading.
• Kevin, Abi and Debbie Old wounds reopening. Family loyalty, frustration, and whether this storyline is circling familiar ground.

Emmerdale

A tense and emotionally charged week in the village, with serious developments and protective instincts coming to the surface.

• Anya’s body being found A grim turning point. The shift in tone, the impact on the village, and what this means for those closest to her.
• Graham staying A decision that changes the balance of several relationships. Is this about redemption, control, or unfinished business?
• Marlon and Rhona A relationship under pressure once again. Communication, trust, and how much strain they can realistically take.
• Cain’s health news A quieter storyline with potentially huge implications. How this could affect Cain — and everyone around him — going forward.
• Paddy protecting Bear Loyalty versus honesty. Paddy stepping into protector mode and whether this choice will come back to haunt him.