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 #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
10
Race Chaser S17 E6 "Let's Get Sea Sickening Ball"
It's time for a ball! Ru challenges the Season 17 queens to show off 3 "Sea Sickening" looks on the runway, including one made from trash and unconventional materials. Alaska, Willam, and Naomi discuss the fashion dos, the design don'ts, and talk about who really served up some fresh talapia on the runway. Plus glory hole quick drag, spraypaint gate, and the ethics of lip syncing. Are you ready to dive right in?
76 min
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HOT GOSS #281 “Abracadabra, Lace Gate, and What...
Alaska is joined by special guest co-host Jujubee this week on Hot Goss. They talk about Jimbo playing Kitty Galloway in Drag The Musical, why Jujubee’s lace was so visible while playing Dungeons and Drag Queens, and the importance of Black History Month. Plus they read your letters about a career in architecture, getting a tonsillectomy, and queefs.
58 min
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Race Chaser S17 E5 “RDR Live!”
This week the dolls are "Tickled Pink" on the runway and Alaska and guest co-host Meatball are living for the wide array of looks. From dicks to sneakers to silicone to mermaid gowns, these Season 17 queens are letting their pink flags fly. Get ready for some Salutes and Disputes this week...and don’t forget the Ella!”
73 min
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HOT GOSS #280 “She Will Miss Her Knees, ICE BS,...
Alaska and Willam have returned stateside to whatever fresh hell the US has to offer. They goss about wild drag performances in the Philippines, Grindr using AI chat bots to facilitate hook ups, and snatching up Glammy Awards. Plus they read your letters about a certain Canadian head nod and are gifted a new sound board sound!
47 min
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Race Chaser S17 E4 "Bitch, I'm A Drag Queen!"
Things are getting quilty up in here! Alaska and Willam recap the latest Drag Race episode featuring a team challenge celebrating notable quotables from queens past but with a musical twist. Plus they are joined by Naomi to salute and dispute this week's runway looks. Have you loosened up your buttons? Cause that quilted glory hole is ready to slay!
88 min
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HOT GOSS #279 “The Girls, Peri Gilpin, and No L...
Alaska and Willam get into the goss this week as they discuss new drag wig tricks, some theatrical casting switch ups, and how to be controversial on a podcast. Plus they chat about the The Village People scuttlebutt and all the insane newly signed Executive Orders. And your messages about tops not having lube but loving ‘AJ and The Queen’ get these divas cackling.
53 min
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Race Chaser S17 E3 “Monopulence!”
It’s Season 17 and “the competition is really heating up.” Ru challenges the queens to design custom runway looks inspired by Monopoly properties; outfits that scream wealth, richness, and “you earn everything.” Alaska and Willam chat about the queens’ unique design choices, why some girls still don’t know how to sew, and how the Rate-A-Queen results might cause a little workroom drama. Plus a good old fashioned lip sync song this week leads to the season’s first elimination.
82 min
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HOT GOSS #278 “Rear Window, LA Fires, and Down ...
Reporting from a hotel room Down Under, Alaska and Willam are gossing it up about DragCon UK, the devastating LA fires, and keeping things ‘Superficial.’ Plus they talk about Detox and Bob back on TV, the TikTok ban, and why The Village People are clearly gay.
62 min
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Race Chaser S17 Ep2 “Drag Queens Got Talent Par...
Naomi is filling in for Alaska this week and joins Willam for the full episode recap, from tip to toe! They discuss the possible kai kai opportunities between the queens, their cake inspired runway looks, and the second batch of talent presentations. So grab your alter ego, strap on some wheels, and let’s dive right in!
82 min
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HOT GOSS #277 ”DWC, The Hair Was Never Wet, and...
Alaska and Willam are back with the first Hot Goss of the year. They chat about traveling to Australia for their tour with Detox, honoring the memory drag icon The Vivienne, and the perils of doing a photoshoot with wet hair. Plus some DM’s about relationship advice, club advice, and the future of Drag Race.
48 min
20
Race Chaser S17 E1 “The Squirrel Games”
New year, new season, and things are already getting wet! Alaska and Willam welcome the queens of Season 17, dissect their entrance looks, lines, and vibes, revel in Mother Ru’s new video message hair, and discuss the difference between true talent and lip syncing. Plus they are hard launching the addition of their sister Naomi Smalls on the pod! Naomi will be joining Alaska and Willam each week for the Runway Rundown to talk about the MainStage fashions and highlighting their Salutes and Disputes of the week.
84 min
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Race Chaser Random Ruwind: S6 E6 “Oh No She Bet...
Before they kick off their coverage of Season 17, it's time for one last Race Chaser Random Ruwind, and Alaska and Willam wanted to join their Season 6 sisters on the set of "Oh No She Betta Don't" because they are 'rap people' too! So brush off those dirty feet so you can read your sisters like Dr. Seuss, walk the runway while resting on pretty, and take notes, because we can all learn a thing or two from Bianca's 'sassy ass mouth!'
60 min
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Race Chaser Random Ruwind: S2 E5 “Here Comes Th...
Join Alaska and Willam as they Ruwind back to Season 2, where the drag queens were cutthroat, budgets were limited, and Merle was on the judges panel. Ru challenges the queens to be both Bride and Groom for this runway challenge, and a certain Ms. Sanchez may have taken her role of 'Bridezilla' a bit too seriously. Can you see her Halo? And it wouldn't be the holidays at Race Chaser without celebrating the cameo appearance from the iconic Mathu Andersen!
56 min
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HOT GOSS #276 “There Was A Commentary, Who’s Do...
It’s the last Hot Goss of 2025! Alaska and Willam discuss holiday drag tours, Willam’s upcoming December club gigs, and Alaska watching her own musical for the first time ever. Plus another spirited chat about Scherzinberger liking that hat, and then the gals deliver a Double Presentation of the DM’s this week. Enjoy the holiday break!
65 min
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Race Chaser: The Rusical Rundown
It’s a December to Remember here at Race Chaser and Alaska and Willam are discussing some notable Rusicals from seasons past. From live singing divas to lip syncing “ladies” they are discussing some of the biggest bobs and flops in the franchise. From interesting casting choices, to whether there were or were NOT any clunkers present, it’s time to strap on your dance belt and do your vocal warm ups because the show is about to start!
47 min
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HOT GOSS #275 “Why Is Your Hair Wet?, Ooooh Nur...
There’s goss to gab about, so you know Alaska and Willam are on the pod! They discuss the "Wetter Is Better" promo theme for Season 17 and all the new girls and weigh the pros and cons of wet hair, plus update your calendars because there are TONS of shows and drag sales to attend! And a whole bunch of drinks in the DM’s keep the queens motivated to read a lengthy letter about a tale as old as time: thieving tops!! Are you ready to goss?
53 min