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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HOT GOSS #293: “Jujubee Day, Gay Bar Raid, and ...
Alaska and Willam talk about the Big Queer Food Fest in Boston, the pass around cameo wig, and some standout looks from the Met Gala. Plus a discussion on the cops raiding an Amanda Lepore gig at a gay bar in Pittsburgh, and they read your letters about eyebrows, dirty talk, and being a messy f slur.
55 min
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Race Chaser Exclusive - Katya Talks AS2
Ever wonder what Katya would do if she went back on All Stars? Or why she didn't win any of the lip syncs on All Stars 2? Join Alaska and Willam as they chat with the only high class Russian whore about her time in the thunderdome. This interview appeared exclusively on MOM Plus Gold during the Race Chaser coverage of AS2; until now!
26 min
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HOT GOSS #292 “Cowboy Carter, RIP Jiggly, and T...
Alaska and Willam chat about Beyoncé’s first Cowboy Carter show, complete with a white fringe Mugler look. Plus some discussion of tariffs, Willam’s past experiences with Grape Nuts, who is most likely to paint the trade, and the would-be responsibilities of a Butthole Butler. Plus Alaska and Willam share some fond memories of their dearly departed sister Jiggly Caliente.
57 min
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Preview: Unplucked
17 min
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HOT GOSS #291 “Coachella Gorgon, Big Queer Food...
Alaska and Willam get gossy as they chat about prestigious theatrical award nominations, Willam’s Coachella experience, and the migration of fillers in Space. Plus a tip spot from the creators of the Big Queer Food Fest in Boston, and an announcement about the upcoming pod coverage of All Stars 10, starting May 14th!
52 min
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Race Chaser S17 E16 “Grand Finale”
It's the Grand Finale of Season 17 and Alaska and Willam celebrate the Top 4 queens, their final performances, and their (actually) beautiful gowns. Does filming the finale in a studio rather than a theatre take away a bit of the magic? Sure...but we got LIZA!! Congratulations to our new champion, Onya Nurve for a great season!
79 min
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HOT GOSS Classique - Pride Wigs, Hells Kitchen,...
The world is a tumultuous place, so let's take a trip down memory lane and enjoy a Hot Goss episode from the past!
47 min
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Race Chaser S17 E15 “LalapaRuza Smackdown Reuni...
The Season 17 queens reunite for a LalapaRuza Smack Down, while the Top 4 queens watch and judge from the workroom. The jacket reveals are many (including mother), the wig reveals are constant, and the exit lines are fumbled...righty Ru? Alaska and Willam chat about the best strategy for winning a lip sync, and then are joined by Naomi to critique the varied fashion this episode. Did Michelle get new teeth?
97 min
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HOT GOSS #290 “Fire Island Gang Bang, A Punch I...
Alaska and Willam get gossy as they chat about the ‘White Lotus’ Season Finale, the Reality TV Producer to OnlyFans Creator pipeline, and $400 Pride tickets. Plus an extra special Tip Spot from the one and only Lushious Masscar! Have you been to a DD’s Discounts recently? Do you love Suzette? Is your goal Realness and Womanhood?
52 min
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Race Chaser S17 E14 “How’ Your Headliner?”
Alaska and Willam discuss the semifinals of Season 17 in which the queens audition for a spot in the 'Drag Race Live' Vegas show, sit down with Latrice Royale for a queen on queen interview, and perform a song all about merch that isn’t theirs. And after some nostalgic mirror chats and a cape-forward outerwear runway category, the time has finally come for Miss Tooterson to bid us farewell.
70 min
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HOT GOSS #289 “Throw Hole For Ketchup, Get Me T...
Welcome to Goss Country! Alaska and Willam chat about what a flop April Fool’s Day is, the incredible work of TS Madison and her Starter House, and some recent SNL controversy with a country crooner. Plus the wonders of four queens sharing one stage, and the hard work and dedication of a SBCDC named Rebecca.
54 min
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Race Chaser S17 E13 “Drag Baby Mamas”
There’s nothing like a makeover challenge! Ru brings the Mamas and the Papas of the Season 17 girls into the workroom for an emotional and healing episode full of drag family resemblance. Alaska, Willam, and Naomi discuss the runway looks, the dramatic backstories, and the lack of reveals on this week’s pod.
64 min
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HOT GOSS #288 “Come To Brazil, Gender Markers, ...
Grab the Goss-X cause this goss is bubbling up! Alaska and Willam chat about trips to Brazil, political contingency plans, and the 25th anniversary of ‘Aida.’ Plus ‘White Lotus’ tea, Bob’s new book, and WeHo Pride performers. Got Goss?
44 min
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Race Chaser S17 E12 “Charisma, Uniqueness, Nerv...
It's time for another episode of Race Chaser and Naomi steps in to co-host with Alaska as the Top 6 of Season 17 become the Top 5. From writing shady queen bios like Mad Libs, to monologues and interpretive dance, this whole episode feels like an Illusion. And when it comes to ugly dresses, are you more team turkey or hashtag clown?
71 min
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HOT GOSS #287 “Popper Gate, Kitty Goes Blonde, ...
Alaska and Willam get gossy as they chat about the last 6 weeks of ‘Drag The Musical,’ traveling to Brazil, and why the government is trying to take away our poppers! Plus your DM’s about season sisters and Willam’s connection to John Williams.
50 min
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Race Chaser S17 E11 “Ross Matthews vs. The Ducks”
Category is....actresses in Black and White! This week, Alaska and Willam discuss the Truman Capote inspired Season 17 acting challenge featuring Ross Matthews and Cheyenne Jackson. At this point, no one is flopping, so it's more about the mind games, inner and outer saboteurs, and who's really squeezing out that extra drop of c*nt juice for mother. Throw on your acting hat, and let's get to chasing this race!
73 min
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HOT GOSS #286 "Mayhem, The Concierge Weighs In,...
Alaska and Willam get gossy this week as they talk about The Queerties, their favorite tracks on 'Mayhem,' and a trip to Vegas to see the queens. Plus a check in on our tense political situation and the changing ownership and closing of some iconic gay bars. And you letters in the DM's provide some sass, some class, and a little french lesson.
52 min
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Race Chaser S17 Ep10 "The Villains Roast"
It's time for a roast, but this time it's evil! Alaska and Willam talk about Michelle's revenge with the Badonka Dunk tank sponsored by EW. Whitney Cummings coached the queens as they wrote jokes for the first ever Villains Roast, or rather presented the jokes written for them. And Ru scooched down the runway to experience some high concept "short shorts" looks from her queens. Lydia Butthole Kollins surprised everyone with the win, and we sadly said goodbye to the look queen of the season: Arrietty. But not before some good ole workroom and Untucked drama all about sabotage and back stabbing!
71 min
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HOT GOSS #285 “Anything But 613, Gay Ski Week,...
Alaska and Willam goss it up about Night of 5000 Alaskas, Gay Ski Week, and MOMapalooza. They talk about AI generated letters and videos, their early musical theatre experiences, and the upcoming LG7 Mayhem era.
48 min
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Race Chaser S17 E9 "Heavens To Betsey"
This week Ru took her girls on a field trip to the library because reading is what? Fundamental. Then she tasked them with a design challenge inspired by the iconic work of fashion designer and queer ally Betsey Johnson. It was a make or break moment for some of the girls, as the top girls keep topping and bottom girls begin to leave each week. And Ru got what she's been wanting from the very beginning, a little kai kai on the main stage. Was it a deadly kiss?
68 min
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HOT GOSS #284 “The Girls, a PND Sexcretary, and...
Join Alaska and Willam on this beautiful Economic Blackout Day as they get into the gigs, the girls, and the creatures! The Alaska’s upcoming birthday celebration, Willam’s celebration of Richard Simmons, and the iconic Lushious Massacre. Plus they read your letters about staffing at a pump and dump, why no one liked Ru’s wig in the video message, and what everyone is going to wear to MOMAPALOOZA!
52 min
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Race Chaser S17 E8 “The Wicked Wiz of Oz: The R...
5,6,7,8! Grab your character shoes and brush off that battle cry, it’s time for the Rusical. Alaska and Naomi discuss the casting, recording, and lip sync performing of this season’s musical theatre offering. From breast plate nip slips, to small and earnest performances, to the green one getting an ugly outfit, they cover it all…including their heads, as the queens serve up a parasol category on the runway. What’s your Wet Dream?
72 min
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HOT GOSS #283 “Hole Punched, Economic Blackout,...
From steamroom shenanigans to put-in rehearsals, and the release of the “Mayhem” track list; Alaska and Willam get into this week’s goss! They chat about how to take a stand with their pocketbooks, excitement for MOMAPALOOZA on March 1st, and a cursed Cheesecake Factory visit! Plus, they are joined for a special Tip Spot from Honey Davenport to talk all about her new product line of tights: Honey’s Hose.
49 min
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Race Chaser S17 E7 “Snatch Game”
It’s that time again, Snatch Game is here, but Season 17 didn’t really get “piggy” with this one. Alaska advocates for Improv training, Willam thinks they should know better already, and Lexi Love has an existential crisis on mic while playing the game! On the runway the queens ‘Nail It’ for Ru, Michelle, Ross, and guest judge Quinta Brunson. Honestly, who CAN keep their hands to themselves? Really?
75 min
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HOT GOSS #282 “Cruising, Unconventional, and A ...
Alaska and Willam get to the goss about gigs on a cruise ship, the Superbowl halftime show, and when people on the internet want to comment on someone else's body. Plus they are joined by Kit Williamson for a special Tip Spot chat about his new show "Unconventional" available to stream on Revry!
56 min