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 #222 “Bone Buddies, Abortion on the Ba...
Alaska and Willam are back with some more goss for you. They recap their escapades in Palm Springs for Pride, discuss the first ever Divatrontic show in LA celebrating 10 years of “Artpop,” and applaud the recent Ohio election victory to enshrine abortion rights into the constitution. Plus they read your letters about vocal habits, cheating partners, and New Jersey.
42 min
152
Race Chaser S9 E10 “Makeovers: Crew Better Work”
It's time for the Season 9 makeover episode and Ru has chosen her crew members to get the diva treatment. The queens make drag sisters out of the PA's, the sound and art department, and even an associate director of the show. And Peppermint births a star, as Sarge takes center stage.
62 min
153
HOT GOSS #221 "The Woman In Me, Cease Fire, and...
Alaska and Willam get into the goss this week with Halloween recaps, a celebration of 10 years of Artpop, and an extra special book club about "The Woman In Me," with special guest Chanel Perillo. Plus Jason Rosenberg joins the pod for an in-depth political segment to help unpack the violence happening between Hamas and the Israeli government and how the US is directly involved.
68 min
154
Race Chaser S9 E9 “Your Pilot’s On Fire”
Do you smell that? It's like something's burning...oh wow 'Your Pilot is on Fire!' This week the pod is packed as Alaska and Willam discuss the Season 9 challenge where the queens split into teams and had to create their own pilots for new hit TV shows. Plus, it's 'Club Kid Couture' on the runway, and Valentina attempts to lip sync with a mask on, which RuPaul does not take a liking to. Did you get the T in Koont?
65 min
155
Race Chaser Live at Queens Theatre (Oct. 23, 2023)
On October 23, 2003 at Queens Theatre, Alaska and Willam starred in Race Chaser Live featuring a packed house, jokes, bits, skits, and Spit Crew boys, and even a live animal! This episode is audio highlights from this event.
32 min
156
Race Chaser S9 E8 “RuPaul Roast”
Let’s get this roast a cooking! It’s finally time for the RuPaul Roast of Michelle Visage, and the queens are ready to serve up the beef. The comedy quality is mixed; some clunkers, some bangers, and a whole lot of Peppermint! And after some producer meddling may have lead to mistaken cards and mediocre jokes, the pretty girl from Vegas with the whine of gold had to hit the house; Farrah Moan, one look and your mind is blown!
67 min
157
HOT GOSS #220 “Cat in a Cast, RIP Momma, and Dr...
Alaska and Willam get into some Hot Goss on this very special video episode as they cosplay as Liza Minelli in Cats and Detox at the Lime Light. They discuss Alaska’s recent injury, the legacy of Willam’s drag mother, and the difference between two very different Hell’s Kitchens. Plus a journey into the DM’s to give some advise about gifts between lovers and drag family values.
58 min
158
Race Chaser S9 E7 "9021-HO"
The Season 9 divas are ACTING! Willam and Alaska review the skits and bits from the spoof, guided by none other than former teen queens Tori Spelling and Jennie Garth. Plus we get some big hair on the runway. And, Peppermint tells us all about the promo shoot look. Decisions were made...
66 min
159
HOT GOSS #219 “ C*m and Yelling, Trouble at Axi...
This week Willam and Alaska discuss goss and scandals aplenty! From Erika Jayne, to The Tiger King, to Axis Nightclub in Columbus; get ready for some scaling hot dish! Plus a rundown of some NYC gigs (including face lace at the club) and a dive into some sexy DM’s.
49 min
160
Race Chaser S9 E6 "Snatch Game"
Does Season 9 have the deadliest Snatch? You be the judge! Well, you, Willam, and Alaska can be the judge as this week the queens don their best celebrity impressions; from Drag Race alum, to historic queer figures, to NeNe Leakes. Plus it’s Madonna Part Deaux on the runway, but somehow there are still duplicates! And Peppermint cements herself as a lip sync assassin.
63 min
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HOT GOSS #218: You’re No Lady, Brunette Brows, ...
Alaska and Willam dive into some juicy goss this week as they discuss the new ‘Burlesque’ stage adaptation, RuPaul performing music on Spanish television in the 90’s, and Eureka’s new transfer brows. Plus some heavy dricks and conjecture in the DMs.
59 min
162
Race Chaser S9 E5 “Reality Stars: The Musical”
This week Alaska and Willam discuss the musical episode of Season 9 featuring queens imitating a certain infamous influencer family. Nina reiterates over and over that she should have been Blac Chyna, Meghan Trainor graces the judges panel in her pajamas, and the queens serve “Wicked Beauty” and other such things in their Faux Fur runway looks.
79 min
163
HOT GOSS #217: The Snorks, Crossroads in Theate...
Alaska and Willam discuss all the hottest goss this week from the end of the Writer’s Strike, to some Divatronic Updates, and Britney’s knife dance to promote her new book. Plus a double dose of the DM’s including a letter steeped in deep thirst.
56 min
164
Race Chaser S9 E4 “Good Morning Bitches”
Morning TV is all about chemistry, and Alaska and Willam know a thing or two about that! This week, the Season 9 queens split into two groups and deliver their best morning talkshow segments LIVE on the air! Although the mirror chats get heated in the workroom, the dolls serve up “Naughty Nighties” on the runway before a lip sync performance of polar opposites energies.
78 min
165
HOT GOSS #216: Tennis Money, Oral History Lies,...
Alaska and Willam chat sports money and acronyms, regional theater, and Kim Davis losing in court. Then, the dolls get a visit from the hilarious Alec Mapa to tell us about his audiobook prowess. Plus, there are enough DMs to go around!
57 min
166
Race Chaser S9 E3 “Draggily Ever After”
What do you get when you mix a whining queen, a pair of orange chaps, a smile that won’t quit, and Stanky The Starfish? A Drag Race Fairytale! Alaska and Willam review this jam packed episode and remind themselves that “a little bit of love, goes a long long way,” even for Princess Banana Lady.
72 min
167
HOT GOSS #215: Cher, Aliens, and Vaping At The ...
There’s so much scalding dish this week, Alaska and Willam can barely stand it! From the VMAs, to the return of Cher, to alien corpses, they talk about it all. Plus a special Tip Spot with Sadie Pines to check in on all things Golden Girls. And the DM’s are full baby!
45 min
168
Race Chaser S9 E2 “She Done Already Done Brough...
Who’s ready for some flips, tricks, stunts, and cheer squad shenanigans? This episode marks one of the wildest and most dangerous challenges in Drag Race herstory, as the queens fly through the air before walking the runway in their White Party Realness. Plus it’s the first appearance of RuPaul in drag this season!
75 min
169
HOT GOSS #214 “Miss Continental, Holding One’s ...
The goss is hot this week as Alaska and Willam discuss their gorgeous new podcast artwork with nary a whiff of retouching, the pros and cons of flying a cute boy out to your city, and the wonderful world of pageantry; from Miss Fire Island to Miss Continental. Plus from the friendly skies to the once dusty deserts some girls just can't hold their mud.
58 min
170
Race Chaser S9 E1 “Oh My Gaga”
It’s time for Classique coverage of Season 9 of Drag Race! Alaska and Willam dive in head first with new podcast artwork, dissection of all 39 looks from this special VH1 premiere episode, and some good ole fashion gagging for Gaga! Plus the first installment of our recurring segment with Peppermint as she gives a little peak behind the curtain of her iconic season.
82 min
171
HOT GOSS #213 “Wendy Willams, How to Watch A Co...
It’s Hot Goss time and Alaska and Willam are back with chats about Titanique, new Lockwood 51 merch featuring Willam, and the 71 year old Golden Bachelor. Plus an exciting announcement about a Race Chaser Live show happening October 23rd in Queens!
58 min
172
Race Chaser S8 E10 “Grand Finale”
It’s time to crown a winner! Alaska and Willam dive into the Finale of Season 8 filmed at The Orpheum Theatre. Ru brings back all of her previous winners, the audience is full of drag royalty, and the Top 3 perform their original songs. Was there a fashion prompt for this episode? Probably not, but the production value was top notch! And Bob The Drag Queen snatches the crown purse first!
76 min
173
HOT GOSS #212: “I Vibe New York, a Cadillac Bag...
From Hurri-quakes to NYC gigs, to new photoshoots, Alaska and Willam are back with another glorious episode of Hot Goss. They talk about hit shows returning to television (duh), Irene The Alien making a glass of ice water, and some doctor dick in SF that’s going to waste. Plus they are joined by Tony Moore for a little Mickey’s themed Tip Spot.
62 min
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Race Chaser S8 E9 “The Realness”
This Classique episode of Drag Race Season 8 features a music video challenge where the Top 4 queens compete to see who gets to ‘move into the house’ of the Finale. Alaska and Willam have some thoughts about serving overhead glamor while supporting ones own body weight, but that’s beside the point. Plus the divas serve ‘Best Drag’ or ‘What’s Left’ on the runway, and it's just family on the judges panel.
53 min
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HOT GOSS #211 “Poundcake In A Pedicab, Support ...
Alaska and Willam get all gossed up as they chat about Ptown gigs, Beyoncé’s Renaissance, and how best to stash your bag in a bush. Plus a pop up from Corbalina Actington, an informative Tip Spot from Joshua Block with the ACLU, and many exciting and intriguing DM’s in the cave.
53 min