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 S14 E1 “Big Opening #1”
Alaska and Willam are back with “en courante” recaps of Drag Race Season 14. They discuss the split premiere, the many many doors opened by those who came before…and Gia Gunn. Plus they discuss the runway looks, the show stopping talents at the CNT’s, and RuPaul’s performance of her soon to be hit song “Catwalk.” And of course these glamorous gals premiere their new cover art for the pod!
81 min
352
HOT GOSS #130: Nutmegan, A Holiday Poem, and A ...
"’Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the pod, two drag queens were sipping their piping Hot Goss." Willam and Alaska reflect on this past year, share some holiday cheer, and are joined by a Pop Up Parade of Christmas Queens. Plus they read a very special Christmas poem.
55 min
353
RACE CHASER S7 E9 “Divine Inspiration”
It’s the final episode of Classique this year! Willam and Alaska discuss this Divinely Inspired episode of Season 7 featuring the return of Trixie Mattel, some live singing musical screen tests, and a runway full of the ugliest dresses ever. Ginger wants eggs, Violet wants poo, and Kennedy wants her Cha Cha heels. “Alright, let’s see what John Waters thinks of these tomorrow…”
67 min
354
HOT GOSS #129: It’s The Dallas Sunset, Abortion...
Alaska and Willam are back back back again to talk about wigs, gigs, and the politics of drag. Plus a spelunking trip filled to the brim with piping hot sex questions. And always remember this amazing life lesson: the orifice holds all the power.
52 min
355
RACE CHASER S7 E8 “Conjoined Queens”
Ru brings back all the eliminated queens from Season 7 to be conjoined to their sisters on the Main Stage and possibly win their way back into the competition. Tensions run high as queens connect at the boobs, hips, and crotch. This week Ginger pops her lip sync cherry and Trixie gets to rejoin the queens. Oh, and LeAnn Rimes is there too.
51 min
356
HOT GOSS #128: Sheasonal Shisters, Drag Race Se...
60 min
357
RACE CHASER S7 E7 “Snatch Game”
It’s time for Snatch Game! Alaska and Willam discuss the herstory-making choice made by Kennedy Davenport to portray a man for Snatch Game, and the reality TV treatment Max received when she needed to catch her breath and have a drink of water. Plus, what was the deal with the leather and lace on the runway? Was this one an afterthought for the divas?
60 min
358
HOT GOSS #127: Thank You God For All This Pod, ...
The goss this week is all about the b****h who stole Christmas, the 19 year old who snatched the crown, and the psycho that punched a guy while they were hooking up. Plus Alaska and Willam are joined by Tammie Brown and Kelly Mantle for a Tip Spot to talk about the new season of “The Browns” available now on OUTTV.
57 min
359
RACE CHASER S7 E6 “Ru Hollywood Stories”
What did ever happen to Merle Ginsburg? Find out on this episode of Race Chaser Classique when Willam and Alaska discuss the non sensical skit script writing, the questionable characterization and wig lines in the re-enactments, and the level of famousness possessed by the pony-tailed pop princess herself, Ariana Grande. Are you ready for some more Classique?
63 min
360
HOT GOSS #126: The 12 Days of Murray and Peter,...
Willam and Alaska are on the hunt for deals deals deals and 72 inch….TV’s. The goss overfloweth with conversations of a free Britney Spears, a Gaga for Gucci, and a broken justice system in America. The divas also get into a bit of DRUK 3 chats and of course go spelunking into their cave joined by famed sex and relationship expert Dan Savage!
57 min
361
RACE CHASER S7 E5 “The DESPY Awards”
And the award for recapping episodes from a season of television that aired in 2015 goes to….Race Chaser of course! Alaska and Willam are thrilled to accept this award and dive deep into the drama from Season 7. They talk about the DESPY Awards challenge, the iconic stand off between Pearl and RuPaul, and Miss Fame’s future as a fashionable chicken farmer.
70 min
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HOT GOSS #125: Ru Ornaments, A Scribé, and A He...
Tis the sheson and the goss is totally ornamental this week. Alaska and Willam discuss “Queen of the Universe,” DRUK 3 Top 4, and a whole lotta Shakespeare. Plus a special Tip Spot from YouTube maven and published scribe, Connor Franta.
62 min
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RACE CHASER S7 E4 “Spoof! (There It Is)”
The Season 7 divas split into teams to create parody songs and music videos to iconic RuPaul songs, and Willam and Alaska are here to talk about every moment of it. Is it the drama between Pearl and Fame, the shade from the Bitter Old Lady Brigade, or all the green on the runway that makes this episode so good? You be the judge!
64 min
364
HOT GOSS #124: Queen of Firsts, Twitter Bans, a...
Thank GOSS it’s Friday! Willam and Alaska are back again to turn it and burn it at the gossip factory. They discuss Alaska’s new book, Willam’s trailblazing legacy, Twitter banning pornstars, and the Fugliest episode yet of DRUK 3. Plus a little hot and sexy tip on what you can do with your Roku remote if you’re feeling lonely.
58 min
365
RACE CHASER S7 E3 “ShakesQueer”
Alaska and Willam tap into their inner theatrical divas to trot the boards along with Shakespearan greats like Jasmine Masters, Violet, and Pearl to discuss the greatest car wreck in Drag Race shistory. To be a good challenge or not to be a good challenge? That is the questions this week.Also introducting special guest Ginger Minj and her recurring segment, “Ginger Minjfo” which will be full of scalding dish and lots of behind the scenes moments from Season 7.
59 min
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HOT GOSS #123: Chaser Chats, A DRUK Double Sash...
Alaska and Willam are back this week to talk about all things conjecture, gossip, but most importantly Lady Gaga’s new Vogue photo spread. Plus they are joined by the queen of internet gossip: Bussy Queen to talk about clickbait, retractions, and discord. And there’s nothing like a good deep dive in the DM’s…from the cave with love.
53 min
367
RACE CHASER S7 E2 “Glamazonian Airways” (w/ Fri...
Willam and Alaska chat about the iconic Glamazonian Airways team lip sync challenge, the polarizing “Jet Set Eleganza” looks on the runway, and how the queens begin to divide themselves based on the new school and old school of drag. Plus a very special interview with Frisbee Jenkins AKA Sasha Belle about her experience on the show and the infamous code cracking or nah.
75 min
368
HOT GOSS #122: Hotel Phone, DRUK 3 Infomercials...
Alaska and Willam goss it up with chats about the MOM radio play, the interior design choices of a certain Dublin hotel room, and their opinions on DRUK 3. Plus Willam is sent a sweet Mermaid’s Kiss in the DM’s.
57 min
369
Drag / Slash / Murder (Part 2)
This shocking conclusion to the spooky Halloween radio play that follows Freida B. Me as she competes on the 73rd Season of Rupert’s Drag Chase is full of drag queen murders, shady comments, and a million bad Cher impressions. Rupert might do ‘Anything For Ratings,’ but does the include murder? Only one way to find out….press play!
38 min
370
RACE CHASER S7 E1 “Born Naked”
It’s time for another season of Classique and Alaska and Willam are diving into one of the more controversial seasons of the franchise: Season 7. Join them for the premiere episode as they review the queens' entrance lines, get a double dose of runway fashions, and watch the divas bare it all on the Main Stage for the judges. After all, 'skin is in' and you know what they say 'anything for ratings.'
58 min
371
Drag / Slash / Murder (Part 1)
Celebrate your spooky season this year with a horrifying audio experience from the twisted minds at Moguls of Media.  Follow Freida B. Me as she competes on Season 73 of Rupert’s Drag Chase in hopes of becoming America’s Next Drag Stupid Star. Will all the murders stand in her way of her dreams? Only one way to find out….Press play!
40 min
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HOT GOSS #121: Extra Spelunking, DRUK 3 Chats, ...
This week the the mailbag is overflowing with DM’s and Alaska and Willam take the time to answer many of your letters. Also some DRUK 3 chats and spot on British accents on the pod.
48 min
373
RACE CHASER S6 E14 “RuPaul’s Drag Race Reunited...
Willam and Alaska are joined by their sister Courtney Act to discuss the last episode of Drag Race Season 6. It’s basically a mini “AAA Girls” reunion and a deep dive into Courtney’s experience shooting the finale; goops and gags and all. Plus a preview of Courtney’s authorial skills when she reads a few pages from her new book on the pod.
75 min
374
HOT GOSS #120: Fall is Falling, Campfire Coutur...
An autumnal check in with Alaska and Willam about Halloweens past, horror movies, and the phenomenon where people try and book drag queens super last minute to put them in drag for Halloween. Good News: they discuss DRUK 3 episode 3 and go spelunking into some wild DM’s about toxic roommate behaviors.
49 min
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RACE CHASER S6 E13 “Countdown to the Crown”
Alaska and Willam are dedicated podcasters with a mission to cover EVERY episode of Drag Race ever, including the filler eps; and that’s just what they’re up to this week. It’s the Season 6 she-cap episode covering all the top runway looks, judgmental moments, and reality TV smackdowns. Plus some never before seen footage of Michelle complimenting Courtney.
56 min