Washed Up in DC

This episode was recorded on June 25, 2026. A week before America250, Colin and Abigail discuss the (hopefully) end of the Iran War, with the Memorandum of Understanding. At the top of the episode, Colin talks his experience seeing Trump speak on the National Mall last week. Among other theatrics, he talks how great the economy is doing, the “small journey” that was the Iran War, and the “vandalis...

We are joined by Jessica Mills of NYU to discuss the evolution of Incel (involuntarily celibate) communities on the Internet. Who are they, and where do they come from? Often self-identified incels online build communities that thrive off of misogyny and shared grievances against women, and a shared secret language called a “cryptolect.” This crypolect in turn establishes an in-group vs. outgroup...

For the first time in 32 years, the US (along with Mexico and Canada) is hosting the FIFA Soccer World Cup. With the final match to occur July 19 at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, 48 international teams are competing for a shot to win the World Cup. The U.S. has faced off with Paraguay so far and next will play Australia and then Turkey. Edward Meshell of Probably Soccer Podcast joins Washed Up’s...

The AI Era is here, whether you like it or not. After nonstop talk of AI's inevitability during the last few years, we are now faced with integrating this change on many levels simultaneously: in our work, in our relationships, as a society, and even in warfare. Recent news indicates increased oversight of AI, and more caution around its accelerating influence: 1.) The Florida Attorney General sue...

In this evergreen episode, Washed Up cohosts discuss what they know about living in Washington DC. After having this podcast for over a year, it seemed about time to talk DC stereotypes, the ecosystem of Capitol Hill, the underrated National Mall, degrees of separation, the culture, the National Guard, back channeling, and more! In other news, Tulsi Gabbard stepped down from DNI and Trump sets up...

After the US and China hold a summit in Beijing between Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping, Washed Up breaks down what — if anything — useful came of it, regarding the race to develop AI models and build data centers, a US arms deal with Taiwan, the U.S.'s likelihood to defend Taiwan in the event of a Chinese invasion, and China purchasing farmland and sending scholars to U.S. universit...

In the Golden Jubilee (50th) episode of Washed Up, co-hosts discuss the Gubernatorial Race in California. There are seven leading candidates running for your CA governor. With the debate that just occurred, we thought it was relevant to go into the major issues that impact CA today, such as the California dream affordability, homelessness, billionaires, and more. CA voters, look out for the primar...

This week we address the pervasive conflict and divide between Gen Z and other generations, including on affordability. What differentiates Gen Z from the Boomers, Gen X, Millennials, or even Gen Alpha? Where are there serious gaps in worldview — and why? How can our elderly elected leaders represent us, if they do not remotely understand what is in our best interests? Colin Mullaney and Abigail C...

On this week’s episode of Washed Up, cohosts Abby and Colin discuss the attempted assassination at the #whitehouse #correspondentsdinner. The suspect is #ColeTomasAllen, who was charged with the attempted assassination of #Trump. He allegedly stormed the security checkpoint at #WashingtonHilton, prompting many to question the safety of events like these. As DC residents, Washed Up has the unique e...

Washed Up reporters and young Catholics Abigail Cavizo and Colin Mullaney respond to online exchanges between Pope Leo and the Trump administration. In light of the recent "Trump as Jesus post" from the president's account, we ask why has the president chosen to alienate a large portion of his would-be base? Religious Americans tend to vote republican, but what if that republican leader treats the...

In this episode, Washed Up hosts take a different approach to the news: analyzing the moves of #DJT. For those who are worried about an impending doomsday, you’re not alone. #Trump posted a series of concerning social media posts, including threats to end a civilization. There’s lot going on… such as Trump threatening to eliminate #Iran, #Powerday, #bridgeday. He also posted a (now-deleted) image...

We never intended to spend Good Friday talking about how Kristi Noem's husband has a #bimbofication fetish (ALLEGEDLY — but he doesn't deny it!). Kristi #Noem says she was blindsided and devastated. Our thoughts and prayers... etc. etc. #PamBondi was fired on Thursday from her role as the U.S. #AttorneyGeneral , to be replaced temporarily by Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche (hooray for...

This week, Washed Up co-hosts take a dive into their origins: #student #journalism. Abby and Colin have been co-workers (and friends!) since 2021, and 3 of those years were the foundation of what Washed Up is today, thanks to their #studentjournalism program. The co-hosts discuss #journalisticintegrity, team dynamics, #newswriting, #PR versus journalism, #interviews, #influencers, and more. If you...

Recorded on March 17, 2026, the #Iranwar continues escalating with regional spillover into Lebanon/Beirut; a closed Strait of Hormuz is hindering global oil shipping (likely raising oil prices); and US casualties now tally 13 — as of this posting. Around 5,000 marines are being sent to fight as ground troops, with indications of more being mobilized shortly. Lindsey Graham is ecstatic. There is no...

This episode was recorded on March 10, 2026. In this heated episode, Washed Up cohosts talk about the US-Israeli attack on #Iran, launched on 2/28. Here at Washed Up, we oppose US intervention, and this #war is disappointing, but not surprising. #LindseyGraham, #Netanyahu, and #Trump wanted this war, and there will surely be consequences... We'll continue to monitor the story, as it changes ev...

Washed Up's Colin Mullaney and Abigail Cavizo review President Trump's record-breaking-long 2026 #StateoftheUnion address, which occurred against the backdrop of mounting military presence in the Middle East, foretelling imminent war against Iran. They also discuss Prince Andrew's arrest in the UK, plus power couple Bill and Hillary Clinton's depositions by members of Congress in a...

As Donald #Trump delivers the 2026 #StateoftheUnion address, Washed Up cohosts Abigail Cavizo and Colin Mullaney predict what he will and won’t mention during this evening’s speech, on Feb. 24, 2026. With so many topics in the news, including SCOTUS striking down Trump’s IEEPA #tariffs, more fallout from the Epstein Files Transparency Act, ICE withdrawing from Minneapolis, the Milan #Olympics, and...

Episode recorded on Feb. 14, 2026. This week on Washed Up, co-hosts Colin and Abby continue their commentary on discoveries from the #EpsteinFiles. #PamBondi was front and center, and people took to posting the many, many sound bites from her testimony. Here at Washed Up, we compared her to Regina George. Hopefully, she too can reform herself (and the #DOJ). Those in the files keep falling one by...

The Department of Justice (DOJ) released 3 million files on Jeffrey Epstein, the deceased and convicted pedophile, in accordance with the #EpsteinFiles Transparency Act, passed by Congress in 2025. Among the files are numerous messages between Epstein and other prominent public figures and contacts. Epstein's private correspondences reveal his personal thoughts and his past associations with n...

Despite their undying love for the first amendment and a free press, Colin and Abby are not amused by Don Lemon’s participation/coverage of an Anti-ICE protest on Jan. 18 — inside of a church located in St. Paul, MN. His actions led to one misdemeanor and one federal charge, including the alleged violation of the FACE Act and Klan Act, for alleged conspiracy against the rights of the churchgoers w...

This week, Colin and Abby brave the cold in DC for an in-person episode. The two co-hosts comment on the ongoing #ICE contentions in #Minnesota, including the unjustified killing of #AlexPretti. The #Trump Admin and DHS continues to spin the story otherwise, but Trump pulled back Greg #Bovino (replaced by Tom Homan) and #KristiNoem, though Noem still remains as the Head of DHS. Washed Up believes...

Last week at the World Economic Forum (#WEF) in Davos, Switzerland, prominent world leaders including #Trump, #Carney, Macron, and Zelensky spoke about the current state of European/#NATO and American relations, shedding some light on where we stand globally — even as they sowed new confusion. Macron even did it wearing reflective aviator sunglasses, which surely cannot be a metaphor for the lack...

On this week’s episode, Washed Up co-hosts introduce the episode talking about updates to #Minnesota protests, #ICE, and the death of #ReneeGood. Does #Trump have validity in inciting the #insurrectionact, which was last used in the 1992 LA Riots? Also, Trump does not declare war on #Iran. Maybe he did deserve the peace prize from #Machado. Speaking of “peace,” Trump wants to take over #Greenland...

An ICE agent shot and killed 37-year-old mother Renee Good, a U.S. citizen who was protesting the presence of #ICE in #Minneapolis on Jan. 7, 2026; Good was parked in the center of the street and drove her car into the ICE officer, as she puts the car into drive and then appears to be leaving the scene. Three shots ring out and hit Good in her car, while bystanders scream. Prior, the agent tells G...

Kicking off 2026 in the only way Washed Up knows how to -- with breaking news. This week, Colin and Abby discuss developments in #Venezuela. Overnight, the #US arrested #NicolasMaduro and his wife. As of now, they're currently awaiting trial in NYC. The co-hosts break down their understanding of the situation's #legality, the #Trump of it all, others' reactions to the news, and compare it to past...