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 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
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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
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Race Chaser Down Under S4 E1 “Doubling Down"
It’s a December to Remember here at Race Chaser, and we can’t wait to bounce around and offer insight and intrigue on a few select episodes of Drag Race. Up first, Alaska and Willam head Down Under to check in on the Season 4 girlies and Michelle in her new role as host! Turn in for the Double Trouble as they Double Down on these Down Under Divas.
58 min
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HOT GOSS #274 “Invisalign, Discharge, and Are T...
Alaska and Willam giggle and goss this week as they discuss body modifications and wickedly talented surgeons, viral marketing campaigns about discharge, and the secret life of a S.F.S. Plus some hot coco debates and a breakdown of all the Race Chaser December to Remember programming to come!
56 min
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Race Chaser DRUK 6 E10 “Grand Finale”
It’s the Grand Finale of Drag Race UK Season 6, and the dolls are ready to recap in full high whore drag. Rumor has it, this podcast only took 2 minutes to record.
30 min
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HOT GOSS #273 “Queer Media, Breaking Out The Ma...
It’s the day after Turkey Day and Alaska and Willam dive deep into this week’s goss! From Pasadena Playhouse’s production of ‘La Cage au Folles,” to Wicked, to an evidence based conversation about the Nicole Sherzingberger scandal. Plus they absolutely “Go Off” about Brooke Lynn Hytes and Canada’s Drag Race promo, celebrate Bob Mackie's new documentary, and answer your cock-filled DM’s about sucking Santas and how to meet guys off the apps.
50 min
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Race Chaser DRUK 6 Ep 9 “Send In The Clowns!”
It’s time for another roast! Ru challenges her Top 5 UK Queens to roast each other, the judges, and their eliminated sisters, all while dressed as clowns. Plus it’s giving Semi Final Vinyl on the runway, and the hair trend alert this week is: MOHAWK! Sha’ll we get this roast a cookin’?
60 min
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HOT GOSS #272 “A Drag Sale, Bluesky, and Half A...
Alaska and Willam get into the goss this week, from RuPaul’s birthday, to Katy Perry’s extensions, to a possible new Ashlee Simpson album, and whatever the heck Bluesky is. Plus they burn a jockstrap scented candle and talk about a "Natural Harvest" cookbook. And your letters about ways of measuring things in the UK and open relationships keep them very entertained.
57 min
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Race Chaser DRUK 6 E8 “Glam Your Fam”
It's time for the makeover challenge! Alaska and Willam chat about the DRUK queens glamming their fam on this week’s pod. Are you a glue stick girl or a nub queen? Do you think La Voix’s dad has been up in the gig before? And why is Ru always trying to strike up a conversation in the bathroom? All that and more answered on this week’s episode of Race Chaser.
64 min
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HOT GOSS #271 “I Hear The Cover Is Fierce, Ass ...
Alaska and Willam get into the good goss this week as they talk about social media apologies, wicked little websites on the back of toys, and a clarifying voice note from La Voix. Plus the absolutely iconic Kathy Griffin joins the pod for a Tip Spot to chat all about her new tour “My Life on the PTSD-List” and the wonders of a scoop of peanut butter.
52 min
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Race Chaser DRUK6 E7 “Pop of the Tops: The Rusi...
There's something in the water over there in the UK...these girls can sing! Alaska and Willam dissect the Rusical challenge from DRUK 6 and chat about the highs and lows (notes that is). Plus it's 'Night of 1000 Dianas' on the runway, but somehow no one got the Diana hair quite right. Are you ready for a little Time Warp?
59 min