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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Introducing: RnR with Courtney Act - Episode 1 ...
Welcome to RnR with Courtney Act! On this premiere episode, Katya joins Courtney to talk about the lasting effects of the cult of Christian mythology, the wonders of modern plumbing, and why Uncle Bob and Aunt Sarah are naked.
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Race Chaser AS 10 E3 "Hoop Queens Makeover"
It's time for a makeover! Alaska and Willam chat about the final challenge for the Bracket 1 queens as they make over college basketball stars into their drag sisters. Familial Resemblance remains a nebulous term but two things it's not: prison fairies or musical instruments. Aja continues to be TV gold and the Seattle girls are making big moves this week as Ru attempts to mix drag and sports. Let's go for three!
68 min
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HOT GOSS #294 "Crystal Clackers, Bubble Bangs, ...
56 min
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Race Chaser AS10 E1 “Winner Winner, Chicken Din...
We are so back! Alaska and Willam return to their All Stars coverage of Drag Race, and this season it’s the Tournament of All Stars! 18 queens, 3 brackets, and a whole lot to discuss, dissect, and disseminate. On episode 1 the first bracket of queens are challenged with writing song lyrics in their hotel rooms, telling Ru about all the cosmetic procedures they’ve had done, and making alliances with every other queen. You think you the sh*t? (fart).
75 min
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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!
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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
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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!
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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