Race Chaser with Alaska & Willam

RuPaul’s Drag Race superstars and fan favorites Alaska (All Stars S2 Winner, S5 Top 3) and Willam (S4 standout and Emmy Nominated actor) bring you an insider’s look at the worldwide phenomenon that is Drag Race by discussing and dissecting every episode ever. They also dive into Hot Goss, go behind the curtain of the Drag scene, and answer emails from their dedicated listeners. Produced by the Forever Dog Podcast Network.

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Race Chaser S16 E15 “LipSync Lalaparuza Smackdown”
Who’s ready for a Season 16 Lalaparuza Smackdown? The returning queens face off in lip sync battles to win $50,000 and to be crowd the "Queen of She Done Already Done Had Herses," and Willam and Alaska have some opinions about it. They get to see some of their favs that left the competition too soon, and watch a ton of great drag performances. So won’t you join them for the dissection this week on Race Chaser?
66 min
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HOT GOSS #242 “This Is The Moment, Day of Silen...
Alaska and Willam discuss this week’s goss: Gaga’s wax figure, Jojo Siwa’s new song, Alaska in A Book, and Monèt surprising Bob. Plus, April 12th is GLSEN’s Day of Silence which brings attention to bullying in schools. And a DM reignites the conversation about bearded drag queens.
48 min
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Race Chaser S16 E14 “Booked & Blessed”
It's down to the final four on Season 16 and Ru challenges her girls with a branding, modeling, writing, and storytelling challenge AKA 'Boooooook!' And who better to discuss a thing or two about all that, than published authors Alaska and Willam? Listen as these two drag trailblazers dissect the graphic design mistakes, matronly fashion choices, and unplugged fans on this week's episode of Race Chaser.
66 min
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HOT GOSS #241 “Don’t Tell MOM, Tokyo Calling, a...
Alaska and Willam are back in the studio to dig through a big pile of goss. From the “Don’t Tell Mom” movie remake, to Tia Kofi snatching her Drag Race crown, to celebrating our community on Trans Day of Visibility, the scuttlebutt abounds. Plus the AAA Girls are re-uniting for a gig in Tokyo this May, and the DM’s are filling up that cave. Are you ready to goss?
59 min
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Race Chaser S16 E13 “Drag Race Vegas LIVE! Make...
This week, the queens pair up with dancers from Ru's Drag Race Vegas LIVE! for a makeover challenge! You've never heard Willam and Alaska so flustered and out of sorts about some tearaway pants. Workroom shade, a walkoff in heels, and *gasp* a straight man in drag?! This week has it all!
64 min
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HOT GOSS #240 “Running Of The Bulls, Dress for ...
Alaska and Willam discuss theatrical cameos, shimmering pageant gowns, and the many flights of stairs it takes to get where one needs to go. They dive into the suppression of political content on Instagram, and celebrate the life of Drag Icon Mr. Charlie Brown. Plus they are joined by Joaquín Gutierrez to chat about an ongoing clothing drive and upcoming event to empower queer youth. And a whole bunch of questions in the DM’s. They are serving up a heaping plate of goss this week!
59 min
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Race Chaser S16 E12 “Bathroom Hunties”
Do you have to pee? Well, urine luck! It’s time for the queens to design some wild and crazy lavatories for Ru to judge on the new show ‘Bathroom Hunties.’ What does this have to do with being a Drag Queen? Some would argue not very much. On the runway the queens are sporting Chains and Morphine is serving up Body! We are officially down to the Top 5!
67 min
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HOT GOSS #239 “The Marathon, Living for the Dea...
From the logistics of the LA Marathon, to their drag sisters starring in movies on Tubi, to the open slot for a cameo in Alaska’s musical. Plus they are joined for a Tip Spot by Roz Hernandez, star of the the Hulu show “Living For The Dead” and host of the podcast “Ghosted.”
52 min
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Race Chaser S16 E11 “Corporate Queens”
This week, Alaska and Willam spill the tea on who is the most passive aggressive, who’s going to blame the edit, and who is most likely to wear a facekini! Plus they chat about the Top 7’s corporate presentations and 1980’s inspired runway looks. There's nothing like really opening up on reality TV, so we'd just like to say…”Mama, kudos for saying that. For spilling.”
65 min
10
HOT GOSS #238 “The Queerties, Michelle Visage D...
It’s time for some award winning goss! Alaska and Willam discuss their newest Queerty win, Michelle taking over for Ru down under, and the idea of backlash versus bigots just being hateful. Plus Sasha Colby’s new man, Mama Ru doing straight podcasts, and 7.6% of people are gay!
47 min
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Race Chaser S16 E10 “Werq The World”
Alaska and Willam are ready to show off their POWER, as they discuss the tenth episode of Season 16 of Drag Race. They know a thing or two about writing song lyrics, being political, and learning choreogra-- well the other two things for sure. Plus it's true colors on the runway this week. Funky performances, sexy choreographers, and immunity potions; this episode has it all!
60 min
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HOT GOSS #237 “Eric Andre Sounds Like, Britney ...
Alaska and Willam get gossy as they discuss schoochable ski wear in Oregon, Eric Andre on stage with Madonna, and Alaska’s birthday celebrations. Plus a conversation about the cursed Willy Wonka Experience in Glasgow, the morality of Billionaires, and drop-shipping books.
51 min
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Race Chaser S16 E9 "See You Next Wednesday"
Calling all goth girls! Willam and Alaska are back with an all new Race Chaser (video episode) and they are the dog wagging the tail because The Spit Crew made it onto Drag Race! From spit takes to Neo-goth designs, this week Ru challenged the Top 8 queens to impress her on the runway. It’s all beautiful gowns, hand ornamentation, and more flipping lip syncs! Shall we dance with our hands above our heads (Tik Tok version)?
67 min
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HOT GOSS #236 “Theatre Queens, SLAPP denied, an...
Alaska and Willam are back to stir up some goss as they chat about 'UK vs. The World' and 'Drag Race Belgique,' why drag queens in the theatre just make sense, and the beauty of FFS. Plus an update on the Erika Jayne bullshit, and some cocks and queeries in the DMs.
50 min
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Race Chaser S16 E8 “Snatch Game”
This week, join Alaska and Willam on video as they review the latest Drag Race episode where Ru challenged her queens to take a trip to the library to read each other for filth before “putting on a character” for the most anticipated challenge of the season: Snatch Game. And things are getting 'jiggy' on the runway this week as the queens embody different styles of dance for their runway looks. Plus Alaska and Willam discuss mother's unique styling choices on the runway.
67 min
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HOT GOSS #235 “Goth Girls, A.I., and Vote Yes f...
From big hair and tiny hats at college gigs, to Chamoy sauce at the club, to staggering real A.I. videos that will ruin the world, the goss is bubbling and frothy this week! Plus Alaska and Willam chat with Congressional Candidate Maebe A. Girl for a Tip Spot to encourage Angelinos to VOTE FOR MAEBE on March 5th.
45 min
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Race Chaser S16 E7 “The Sound of Rusic”
“I just got off the bus…” and it’s Rusical time!?! From the casting by Rock, Paper, Scissors to Adam Shankman’s A list celebrity assistant, Alaska and Willam discuss “The Sound of Rusic” in all it’s glory. And the runway is full of florals, as they queens show off their stamens and petals.
69 min
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HOT GOSS #234: “Super Bowl Theatrics, UK vs. Th...
Break out the Westwood! Alaska and Willam are back with much gossip about Taylor Swift's football romance, Alaska sleeping on the set of "Drag Den," and Wendy Williams back on TV. Plus they are joined by the producers and journalists from the new Hulu Documentary "The Housewife and The Hustler 2: The Reckoning" to discuss the Erika Jayne scandal.
59 min
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Race Chaser S16 E6 “Welcome To The Doll House”
The dolls are the dolls…and on video this week! Alaska and Willam discuss the Doll House Designs for the runway and the Spanish Fly Girl quick drag Flamenco dancing challenge. Three girls in aqua blue, the head scarf that won’t stay put, a tiny ponytail, and one diva that just won’t flip. Plus Mother Ru in that good Barbra Bush hair!
70 min
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HOT GOSS #233: “Drag Queen Beefs, The Mailbox K...
The goss is both hot AND on video this week! Alaska and Willam talk about Bob and Maddy's (real?) beef, the return of Sister Act, and why the postpeople put those little keys in your mailbox. Plus, the cave is full of wonderings, and the dolls try to determine if there are points and if anyone is actually counting on Drag Race.
50 min
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Race Chaser S16 E5 "Girl Groups"
Okay Grandma, ready to critique some art? Alaska and Willam dive into the Girl Group challenge of Season 16 as they review the latest episode of Drag Race featuring group mainstage performances and pussy cat wig inspired fashions on the runway. Plus they take a stand to put a stop to thin strapped underwear, and tights that don't match.
83 min
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HOT GOSS #232 “Hello Friends, Protect Queer Spa...
The goss is nonstop this week as Alaska and Willam celebrate their Queerty Nomination, amplify the corruption queer spaces are facing in Seattle from the Liquor Control Board, and revel in the gossip surrounding a possible Michelle Obama campaign for President. Plus they are joined by the hilarious Dulcé Sloan to discuss her new book “Hello Friends” which comes out on Feb 6th!
61 min
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Race Chaser S16 E4 “RDR Live!”
Pre-recorded from a zoom call, it’s Race Chaser Live! This week, Alaska and Willam discuss the sketch comedy prowess of the Season 16 queens, along with their Cher-inpisred runway looks. Barbra and Cher references all in one episode, it’s like gay Heaven!
70 min
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HOT GOSS #231 “Death, Titty Friends, and Piano ...
Alaska and Willam are gossing in the studio on video this week. They catch up about funeral attire, Artpop in Europe, and Alaska’s experience at Scentbird HQ. Plus, they come to terms with the Mary Carnegie scam and their role in its proliferation. And some wild messages from Diamond members, studio sleuths, and a gaping briar bush.
47 min
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Race Chaser S16 E3 “The Mother Of All Balls”
Hey diddle diddle, it’s a video episode! The Season 16 queens served 42 looks on the runway this week and Alaska and Willam are talking about each and every one because they just love Mother’s balls! They dissect the essence of a nurse rhyme, explore the shade bubbling up in the cast, and pay tribute to Nymphia and Mirage with their drag looks. Are you ready for a Mother Father experience?
92 min