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Move over RuPaul's Drag Race! Straight women are now obsessing over a whole new TV show packed with competitive queens, only this time it's hunky hockey players playing a little tonsil hockey off the ice.Heated Rivalry, the sizzling new TV show based on Rachel Reid's bestselling series about the secret gay romances of rival star hockey players, is scoring big with audiences. Like Brokeback Mountain, it's got everyone thinking about how the puck slides into the net without lube.The series has also sent the four lead actors' careers skating into the spotlight, leaving fans drooling over every off-ice action in their real-life love lives. Looks like the ice isn't the only thing getting slippery.Today we take a look at the cultural impact of all the new queer TV shows streaming right now, including: Pluribus, Heated Rivalry, Stranger Things, Starfleet Academy, and, of course, RuPaul's Drag Race. Plus-- • Hands Across America is about to celebrate its 40 year anniversary in May. Can we unite the country again to fight hunger and poverty?• How the Love Boat sank after they let go of the original Julie. • How to make a tuna melt sandwich.• Remembering Chicago LGBTQ legend Rick Garcia, who died this month, he was 69.
Should they call it a skit or a sketch? Alaska and Willam talk comedy, characters, and casting as the Season 18 queens perform in “RDR Live!” featuring some butter churning, lipstick lesbians, an inner saboteur, and musical guest: RuPaul! On the runway, it's giving ‘RuAnimal by Nini Coco' as the queens get zoological for your nerve. Plus a surprise win for Juicy Love Dion who claimed she didn't know how to act or do comedy….sure Jan.Listen to Race Chaser Ad-Free on MOM PlusFollow us on IG at @racechaserpod and click the link in bio for a list of organizations you can donate to in support of Black Lives MatterFOLLOW ALASKAhttps://twitter.com/Alaska5000https://www.instagram.com/theonlyalaska5000https://www.facebook.com/AlaskaThunderhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9vnKqhNky1BcWqXbDs0NAQFOLLOW WILLAMhttps://twitter.com/willamhttps://www.instagram.com/willamhttps://www.facebook.com/willamhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrO9hj5VqGJufBlVJy-8D1gRACE CHASER IS A FOREVER DOG PODCASTSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
This week on Sibling Watchery, Bob and Monét recap RuPaul's Drag Race Season 18, Episode 3, “RPR LIVE!” They reassess which queens might fall short of the finals, talk about Mandy Mango's rough run, and discuss whether frontrunners actually have targets on their backs. They break down RDR Live, RuPaul's extra-blurry RuMail, and whether producers set queens up to win or go home based on their weaknesses. On the runway, they get into the Animal Attraction theme, discuss what animal they'd be, name the look of the week, and update their predictions for the winner. Thanks to our sponsors: -Philo's where all the best TV comes together. Sign up at https://philo.tv to start watching. -Go to https://ro.co/rivalry for your free insurance check! -Take the first step. Visit https://WaldenU.edu. Want to see exclusive Sibling Rivalry Bonus Content? Head over to www.patreon.com/siblingrivalrypodcast to be the first to see our latest Sibling Rivalry Podcast Videos! @BobTheDragQueen @MonetXChange Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
This week on RulaskaThoughts, Joe and Robert unpack RuPaul's Drag Race Season 18, Episode 3 — an installment that inspires far more commentary about the state of the franchise than about the challenge itself. Along the way, they detour through internet discourse, celebrity behavior, and why Drag Race increasingly feels like a legacy show coasting on goodwill rather than innovation. Joe opens by apologizing — not for the episode, but for how little the episode itself deserves attention. Both agree RDR Live wasn't actively painful, but also wasn't good — merely another in a long line of mediocre acting challenges. Juicy Love Dion wins for fully disappearing into character, even if she wasn't the funniest. Athena Love Dion's hosting performance sparks disagreement: Joe finds it serviceable and thankless, while Robert reads visible nervousness and lack of authority. Mandy Mango's critiques reignite the recurring Drag Race issue: queens being punished for doing exactly what's written in the script. The lip-sync song choice is widely panned as fundamentally ill-suited for a “lip-sync for your life,” regardless of who technically won. Joe lays out what he sees as a pattern of soft bullying toward Athena across multiple episodes. Evidence cited: Repeated exclusion from team selection Roles being denied without discussion or competition Other queens weaponizing “you should want this” logic against her Age-based digs becoming an easy, recurring punchline Joe questions why Athena is treated as the default host when other queens (notably Jane Doe) have equivalent hosting credentials. Briar Blush is positioned as a key instigator, particularly in steering Athena toward roles designed to undermine her. Robert counters that Athena may unintentionally fuel the dynamic through visible frustration and exaggerated reactions, making herself an easy target. Both acknowledge the possibility that off-camera behavior may be influencing how the cast responds — but stress that the edit has not justified the treatment so far. Joe argues the problem is not the cast, but entrenched production leadership. Drag Race is compared to Saturday Night Live: Long-running, culturally important Run by aging leadership increasingly out of sync with audience taste Resistant to structural change Discussion of why Drag Race scripts remain weak despite access to: UCB Groundlings Queer comedy writers who could elevate the material with minimal investment The absence of meme culture is flagged as a major warning sign — Drag Race no longer drives online conversation the way it once did. Alaska's recent comments about drag queens no longer releasing music are cited as another indicator that the franchise has lost its grip on the “gay dollar.” Joe dismantles the argument that Drag Race is “too hard to find,” noting it has always lived on basic cable. The real issue, both agree, is diminishing reward — viewers don't feel like they're missing a cultural moment anymore. Unlike earlier eras, skipping an episode now carries no social consequence. Next week's runway mash-up challenge is previewed with skepticism — familiar concepts repackaged yet again. The upcoming talent show inspires preemptive dread over self-serious spoken-word tracks and faux-quirky personas. Joe predicts certain queens are currently protected by “filler eliminations” — but their time is coming. This episode of RulaskaThoughts becomes less about RDR Live and more about Drag Race's identity crisis: a once-vital franchise struggling under the weight of its own longevity. While Joe and Robert still clearly care — and still watch — the conversation makes clear that love has shifted from excitement to obligation, and from celebration to critique. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Baby, do you love a model moment? Good, because RuPaul's Drag Race star Lana Ja'Rae struts onto the show today. Lana chats with Delta about walking New York Fashion Week, accidentally killing a fish with her shoe (RIP), and her time as a clown for hire in NYC, yes, a real clown with a nose and everything.The two also answer fan mail, debate their favorite bob haircut, and give expert advice on how to make public transportation your absolute bitch.Plus, Delta goes off on cash platforms. Is she a Zelle girl? Venmo? PayPal? CashApp? Find out in this rant, where she also announces she is officially accepting tips. Would you like to tip Delta on Venmo? Please do @GVASDWListen to Very Delta Ad-Free AND One Day Early on MOM Plus Send us an e-mail at readmedelta@gmail.com FOLLOW DELTA@deltawork VERY DELTA IS A FOREVER DOG AND MOGULS OF MEDIA (M.O.M.) PODCASTSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
The competition churns on, and so do we! Mano and Oscar are covering this week's episode of RuPaul's Drag Race Season 18 in true camp cow style—hoofs and all. KIKI with us on IG @dragherpodcast! PREPARE TO GAG, WHORES!!!!! PROPS TO YA, DWOTUR! A reminder that we're offering half off your first month with code GOLDENBEAVER! If you rate Drag Her 5-stars on Apple Podcasts & leave us ANY UNPOPULAR RPDR OPINION, we'll discuss it on the pod!!!!! DO IT!! Mano's on Instagram @manoagapion, Oscar's on Instagram @ozzymo. For MORE from Good Get, check out One of Us with Fin and Chris and Worse Than You with Mo Fry Pasic. And go watch RuPaul's Drag Race on MTV, WOW Presents+, or Paramount+! Drag Her! is hosted and executive produced by Mano Agapion and Oscar Montoya. Our executive producers for Good Get are Erica Getto and Myrriah Gossett. Drag Her! is a Good Get Production. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
RuPaul's Drag Race Season 18 Ep 3 Recap Hello, hello, hello! Today, your RuPaul's Drag Race RHAPup hosts Aman Adwin and Beth Dixon recap season 18 episode 3 with special guest, Sugar Free. Which Queen will reign supreme? Share all of your RuPaul's Drag Race thoughts with us on Twitter by tagging @RobHasAPodcast and using the hashtag #RHAP Our team of Drag Race experts will be back every week to RHAPup each episode of Drag Race Season 18! Strike a pose and head to Twitter for more Drag Race updates from our hosts: Aman Adwin @AmanAdwin Beth Dixon @AugustaWind11 LISTEN: Subscribe to the RuPaul’s Drag Race podcast feed WATCH: Watch and subscribe to the podcast on YouTube SUPPORT: Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks!
Pre-recorded from Simi Valley, it's RDR Live! Third time's not quite the charm, but the night is nearly saved by Michelle's towel acting. Then it's a zoo on the runway, and a good night for at least one of the Dions. Meanwhile Brian almost bites it before Mandy Mango is told she can go.Become a Matreon at the Sister Mary level to get access to Season 6 of Canada's Drag Race, plus brackets, movie reviews and past seasons of US Drag Race, UK, Canada, Down Under, Espana, Global All Stars, Philippines and more.Join us at our OnlyMary's level for our recaps of Season 4 & 5 of Drag Race plus even more movie reviews, brackets, and deep dives into our personal lives!Patreon: www.patreon.com/alrightmaryEmail: alrightmarypodcast@gmail.comInstagram: @alrightmarypodJohnny: @johnnyalso (Instagram)Colin: @colindrucker_ (Instagram)Web: www.alrightmary.com
Joe and Lauri are back with their immediate, no-filter reactions to RuPaul's Drag Race Season 18, Episode 3. In this first-response episode of Big Takeaway, they break down a divisive RDR Live challenge, debate the judging, and ask the uncomfortable question: does this challenge even work anymore? Joe and Lauri assess whether the right queens landed in the top and bottom, and whether the correct winner and eliminated queen were chosen A spirited debate over Jane Don't vs. Juicy Love Dion, including how expectations, nerves, and runway presentation factor into the judges' decisions Frustration with the overall quality of the sketches, with comparisons to Saturday Night Live that do the queens no favors A larger critique of the RDR Live challenge itself, including whether it's fair—or even viable—for the current generation of queens Thoughts on performance anxiety, especially from queens expected to excel in comedy A breakdown of the lip sync, including whether track record ultimately determined the outcome Growing concern about what this episode signals for the upcoming Snatch Game Joe argues that RDR Live may be a fundamentally flawed challenge—one that asks queens to succeed at a format that even seasoned professionals struggle to execute well. Lauri agrees, pointing out that without proper rehearsal, writing support, or clear comedic direction, the challenge sets many contestants up to fail. Together, they question whether Drag Race should retire the format altogether—or radically rethink how it's produced. “At a certain point, you're not judging talent—you're judging who failed the least.” The full, moment-by-moment Drag Race Recap—with deeper analysis, runway discussion, and extended commentary—lives exclusively on Patreon and Apple Podcasts Subscriptions throughout the season. Ad-free full recaps every week Access to the Afterthought Media archive Bonus shows at higher tiers Search Drag Race Recap on Patreon or subscribe directly via Apple Podcasts. Joe and Lauri return next week with another Big Takeaway, sharing their immediate reactions as Season 18 continues—and with Snatch Game looming, the pressure is officially on. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
This week on Sibling Watchery, Bob and Monét recap RuPaul's Drag Race Season 18, Episode 2. They talk team formation drama, the “leftover group,” and whether Drag Race is ever really a team sport. Bob admits he underestimated Mandy Mango and asks why everyone rapped in the challenge and whether verses actually need to rhyme. On the runway, they call out wearing the same wig twice in a row, the designer knockoff trend, and pick the best and worst looks of the week. Plus, updated winner predictions and who they think is going home next week. Thanks to our sponsors: Go to https://DRINKAG1.com/RIVALRY ! Philo's where all the best TV comes together. Sign up at https://philo.tv to start watching. Get a free can of OLIPOP: Buy any 2 cans of Olipop in store, and they'll pay you back for one! Works on any flavor, any retailer https://drinkolipop.com/RIVALRY Take the first step. Visit https://WaldenU.edu. Want to see exclusive Sibling Rivalry Bonus Content? Head over to www.patreon.com/siblingrivalrypodcast to be the first to see our latest Sibling Rivalry Podcast Videos! @BobTheDragQueen @MonetXChange Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Timothée Chalamet is on a winning streak that doesn't seem to have a finish line. This week, we're recapping the 2026 Golden Globes, discussing Harry Styles' cryptic billboards, Bebe Rexha's plea to escape the Khia asylum, Britney Spears' decision not to perform in the US again, and so much more.Follow us on Instagram: http://instagram.com/toopoptohandleSubscribe to my Substack: http://toopoptohandle.substack.comEpisode Chapters00:00 Introduction05:24 New Music Releases10:26 Harry Styles teases new album with cryptic billboards15:37 Bebe Rexha wants out of the khia asylum27:34 Britney Spears says she'll never perform in the US again33:27 Trevor Noah set to host the GRAMMYs for the 6th and final time36:54 2026 Golden Globes recap01:03:54 RuPaul's Drag Race S18 E2 Recap01:19:32 The Traitors US S4 Recap01:30:17 Yes and Mess of the Week
Joe and Robert are back for a midweek check-in on RuPaul's Drag Race Season 18, Episode 2—and things quickly spiral from Girl Group fatigue to larger questions about whether Drag Race has officially lost the plot. Along the way, they unpack the ethics of watching the show in 2026, RuPaul's role in the franchise machine, and why communal viewing might be the last thing keeping Drag Race alive. Joe recounts a chaotic Whole Foods run and sets the tone with some early-morning nonsense Robert responds to lingering “allegations” made against him across the Afterthought Media universe A deep dive into why the Girl Group challenge continues to underwhelm—and actively embarrass—the queens A comparison between Drag Race's creative stagnation and long-running institutions like SNL and The Simpsons Joe argues that RuPaul has become more “face of the brand” than active creative force—and what that means for the show's future A discussion on whether Drag Race is designed to be watched socially rather than alone Robert predicts the upcoming RDR Live challenge will once again fall into the show's creative rut A listener asks whether there is an ethical way to consume Drag Race in 2026 Joe and Robert debate Paramount+, corporate media, and the moral gymnastics of still loving a problematic franchise They explore alternatives like bar viewing parties, supporting local queer spaces, and tipping local queens Joe gives a heartfelt thank-you to a listener whose voicemail arrived at exactly the right moment The “Mr. Tendernism” TikTok barbecue controversy as an analogy for RuPaul's current role in Drag Race Why viral fame, brand dilution, and overexposure eventually turn on everyone A brief but pointed check-in on the ongoing Ginger Minj discourse—and why the stories keep unraveling Nostalgia for Drag Race moments that genuinely shocked even production Joe and Robert agree: Drag Race no longer feels like an event. With challenges recycled, stakes lowered, and the franchise stretched thin across platforms and continents, the show may need a radical reset—or at least fewer All Stars seasons—to regain its spark. Still, as long as the queens and the community remain, there's something worth holding onto. Listen to the full Drag Race Recap on Patreon, available free one week after release Explore hours of bonus content by signing up as a free member at patreon.com/AfterthoughtMedia Leave a voicemail at speakpipe.com/AfterthoughtMedia—you might just make Joe's week RulaskaThoughts is Afterthought Media's midweek Drag Race discussion, where Joe Betance and rotating co-hosts go deeper, wider, and occasionally completely off the rails. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
While many reality TV competitions become stale as the years go on, “RuPaul's Drag Race” has continually reinvented itself and raised the bar on next-level drag. That's especially true of its lipync battles, which often determine which queen stays and which sashays away. Since 2020 there have been, conservatively, more than 100 lipsyncs between “RuPaul's Drag Race” Original Recipe seasons 12 through 17, and “RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars” seasons 5 through 10. And some of those have become truly iconic. So join the Great Pop Culture Debate for this special Patreon-sponsored episode as we attempt to name the Best Drag Race Lipsync from 2020 to 2025.Lipsyncs discussed: “Boss Bitch” (Anetra v. Marcia Marcia Marcia,” “APT” (Suzie Toot v. Kori King), “Firework” (Jackie Cox v. Widow Von'Du), “Physical” (Laganja Estranja v. Trinity K. Bonet), “Padam Padam” (Nymphia Wind v. Sapphira Cristal), “Designing Women” (Monet X Change v. Jinkx Monsoon), “100% Pure Love” (Denali v. Kahmora Hall), “Barbie Girl” (Silky Nutmeg Ganache v. Herself), “Phone” (Ginger Minj v. Mayhem Miller), “Body” (Morphine Love Dion v. Dawn), “Dirrrty” (Kylie Sonique Love v. Manila Luzon), “Starships” (Widow Von'Du v. Gigi Goode), “I'm in Love with a Monster” (Sasha Colby v. Anetra), “Old MacDonald” (Shea Coulee vs. Monet X Change), “Radio” (Angeria Paris VanMichaels v. Jorgeous v. Lady Camden), “Knock On Wood” (Sasha Colby v. Anetra)Join host Eric Rezsnyak, Patreon sponsor Kathy Kingsley, and GPCD panelists Curtis Creekmore and Karissa Kloss as they discuss and debate 16 of the most jaw-dropping lipsync battles in “Drag Race” herstory. To listen to the panelists discuss even more "Drag Race" lipsyncs, become a Patreon sponsor of the podcast today.EPISODE CREDITSHost: Eric RezsnyakPanelists: Curtis Creekmore, Karissa KlossPatreon Sponsor & Guest Panelist: Kathy KingsleyProducer: Bob ErlenbackEditor: Bob ErlenbackIntro & Outro Music: "Dance to My Tune" by Marc TorchSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Real is what you feel. Drew is joined yet again by dear sister and rectangle girl of this world and many others Tyler Dinucci to discuss RuPaul's Drag Race S18. The girls get into the excellent and seasoned cast, their shared aversion to country drag, Cardi B's triumphant guest judging stint, Drew's love of Dove Cameron, and Melinda Verga psychosis. You betta werk.
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RuPaul's Drag Race star Irene the Alien has officially landed! Irene joins Delta to talk parallel universes, tearing through men in Australia, and serving absolute c*nt. She also spills on accidentally inhaling a fart straight from trade's mouth (yes, really) and a truly unhinged semen incident involving her sister, Bosco.Plus, Delta GOES OFF on the weather. We all know she hates the summer heat - but this time, the snow catches a stray. While she loves a snowy painting, don't expect her to be stomping around town in drag during a blizzard. Some things are simply not worth it.Listen to Very Delta Ad-Free AND One Day Early on MOM Plus Send us an e-mail at readmedelta@gmail.com FOLLOW DELTA@deltawork VERY DELTA IS A FOREVER DOG AND MOGULS OF MEDIA (M.O.M.) PODCASTSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Mighty, mighty, girl groups almighty! Mano and Oscar are BACK to break down the latest episode of RuPaul's Drag Race Season 18, chapter and verse. And they've got hot takes, nat-ur-a-LLYYYYY! BUT that's not all: we've got our first full video episode up NOW on YouTube, with DRUK's Paige Three, where we're ranking the Top 10 Most Robbed Queens. Want more content there? Show us some love and SUBSCRIBE so we know you're watching! KIKI with us on IG @dragherpodcast! PREPARE TO GAG, WHORES!!!!! PROPS TO YA, DWOTUR! A reminder that we're offering half off your first month with code GOLDENBEAVER! If you rate Drag Her 5-stars on Apple Podcasts & leave us ANY UNPOPULAR RPDR OPINION, we'll discuss it on the pod!!!!! DO IT!! Mano's on Instagram @manoagapion, Oscar's on Instagram @ozzymo. For MORE from Good Get, check out One of Us with Fin and Chris and Worse Than You with Mo Fry Pasic. And go watch RuPaul's Drag Race on MTV, WOW Presents+, or Paramount+! Drag Her! is hosted and executive produced by Mano Agapion and Oscar Montoya. Our executive producers for Good Get are Erica Getto and Myrriah Gossett. Drag Her! is a Good Get Production. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
RuPaul's Drag Race Season 18 Ep 2 Recap Hello, hello, hello! Today, your RuPaul's Drag Race RHAPup hosts Aman Adwin and Beth Dixon recap season 18 episode 2 with special guest, Mari Forth! Which Queen will reign supreme? Share all of your RuPaul's Drag Race thoughts with us on Twitter by tagging @RobHasAPodcast and using the hashtag #RHAP Our team of Drag Race experts will be back every week to RHAPup each episode of Drag Race Season 18! Strike a pose and head to Twitter for more Drag Race updates from our hosts: Aman Adwin @AmanAdwin Beth Dixon @AugustaWind11 LISTEN: Subscribe to the RuPaul’s Drag Race podcast feed WATCH: Watch and subscribe to the podcast on YouTube SUPPORT: Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks!
Great Pop Culture Debate host Eric Rezsnyak explains how we created the bracket for our episode devoted to the best RuPaul's Drag Race lipsync that aired between 2020 and 2025, covering U.S. seasons 12-17 and U.S. All Stars seasons 5-10. Walk through the Round 1 match-ups and see which battles made the cut. The main episode will release on Tuesday, January 13, wherever you listen to podcasts.And if you love pop culture, sign up for our weekly newsletter to keep up on all the new movies, music, and TV shows dropping every week!CREDITS:Intro/outro music: "Dance to My Tune" by Marc TorchIG: https://www.instagram.com/greatpopculturedebate/Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/gpcd.bsky.socialWebsite: https://www.greatpopculturedebate.com/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/greatpopculturedebateSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
This episode, Eamon & Merlin talk the first three episodes of The Traitors Season 4, where murders are abound, just not to the one contestant that needs it the most. Then, they talk the newest episode of RuPaul's Drag Race, where the queens form Q-Pop Groups and let their body talk on the runway. 4:42 - The Traitors: Season 4: Episodes 01-03 1:16:59 - RuPaul's Drag Race: Season 18: Episode 02 We are Eamon and Merlin, a queer married couple from Texas living in Pittsburgh, PA. We love reality television, wrestling, drag queens, and pretty much anything that can be called even kinda gay. A Gay & His Enby is a podcast where we talk about everything we love in terms of media and pop culture; everything thats gay and gay adjacent; basically all the conversations we have in our living room we are now putting in front of a microphone and on the internet for you. We have launched our MERCH STORE! We are so excited to bring you these designs, all made by Merlin, commemorating some of our favorite iconic moments! Shop now at https://AGayAndHisEnby.Threadless.com Every week, we have the pleasure and privilege of recording from Sorgatron Media Studios in Pittsburgh. The theme song for our main show is Pulsar by Shane Ivers, and the theme song for Binge Watch is Higher Up by Shane Ivers, both of which you can find at https://www.silvermansound.com All of our social media can be found at our linktree: https://linktr.ee/agayandhisenby We want to take a moment to uplift a powerful resource:
Derek Stusynski: From Weird Kid to Community Builder | Pod Friends This week's Pod Friends guest is Derek Stusynski @DerekStusynski), a force behind the Rob Has a Podcast Patreon community and one of the quietly impactful people making RHAP possible. Joining Matt Scott (@MattScottGW), Derek shares how growing up feeling weird and out of place became the very thing that taught him how to build belonging for others. Derek takes us from a farm in rural Minnesota to chasing his creative dreams through improv, web series, and independent films, even winning an episode of Wipeout, before landing behind the scenes at RHAP, where he now helps thousands of fans feel seen, welcomed, and connected. He also opens up about his work as a writer, actor, and filmmaker, including his upcoming film Snatched, starring drag icons like RuPaul's Drag Race alum Nina West. This special episode also features messages from members of the RHAP community — Grace, Alyssa, Laura, Kelly, Michael, Tommy Guam, Kim and Tim, Lisa, Mike, and Chantele — who share what Derek and the Patreon experience have meant to them, celebrating the power of chosen family and the magic that happens when people truly show up for one another. If you have ever felt different, awkward, or alone, Derek's story is a reminder that those very things can become your greatest strength. Suggest a future guest: bit.ly/podfriendsnom Leave a voicemail: speakpipe.com/podfriends Email: podfriends@robhasawebsite.com Follow on social media: Twitter: @HeyPodFriends & @MattScottGW Instagram: @MattScottGW Bluesky: MattScottGW.bsky.social Never miss an episode of Pod Friends: LISTEN: Subscribe to the Pod Friends podcast feed WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast on YouTube SUPPORT: Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks!
It's time for the girls to get into groups, cause it's a girl group challenge! Punk, pop and disco duke it out for the best eight count verse and least fumbled choreography, which puts the cleverest queen and the one who was a backup dancer for Britney Spears in the Top 2 and and results in a disco inferno for Diane Fuego and Amanda Mango dressed as a side table. Become a Matreon at the Sister Mary level to get access to Season 6 of Canada's Drag Race, plus brackets, movie reviews and past seasons of US Drag Race, UK, Canada, Down Under, Espana, Global All Stars, Philippines and more.Join us at our OnlyMary's level for our recaps of Season 4 & 5 of Drag Race plus even more movie reviews, brackets, and deep dives into our personal lives!Patreon: www.patreon.com/alrightmaryEmail: alrightmarypodcast@gmail.comInstagram: @alrightmarypodJohnny: @johnnyalso (Instagram)Colin: @colindrucker_ (Instagram)Web: www.alrightmary.com
The fire has been extinguished—or has it? Today I'm sitting down with the spicy DD Fuego to unpack her exit from RuPaul's Drag Race Season 18. DD doesn't hold back on why she feels she shouldn't have been in the bottom, the "unfiltered" truth about her elimination, and how she's handling it. Plus, we dive into her iconic relationship with her boyfriend James (yes, that James from the legendary episode of Real Housewives of New York). Subscribe to my newsletter: https://link.newsweek.com/join/for-the-culture Follow me: https://linktr.ee/halanscott Subscribe to Newsweek's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/newsweek See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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The boys share their takes on the finales of “Heated Rivalry” and “Stranger Things,” as well the new season of “RuPaul's Drag Race,” and the trailer for the new Ryan Murphy/FX show “The Beauty.” You can gift the gift of gay all year round! https://www.patreon.com/RealityGays/gift JOIN RealityGays+ + Patreon https://www.patreon.com/RealityGays or + Supercast https://realitygaysmulti.supercast.com/ + Apple Subscriptions https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/reality-gays-with-mattie-and-poodle/id1477555097 +Watch us on video www.youtube.com/@RealityGays Click here for all things RG! https://linktr.ee/RealityGays To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Our first episode of 2026 we bring back and old segment Nope Not Today!Charlies online beef for stating Heated Rivalry is not ground breaking.Trumps war against Venezuela, Ashley Tisdale expose about toxic moms, that alledgedly calls out Mandy Moore, Hilary Duff, Meghan Trainor. Alexa Nepola back with Todd after he sues Bravo!?! We talk Rupauls Drag Race premiere and much more! Follow/like/share/subscribe
Send us a textBobby returns from his "Echoes Abroad" tour of Ireland and Copenhagen with a a questionable "director lesbian" aesthetic. While Bobby recounts the struggles of finding a decent sunrise in Dublin and the perils of feeling "famous" on TikTok, Jim, who has had flu, shares a horrifying domestic scene involving nose hair plucking and corns. The boys pivot to heavier topics—literally—discussing dead bodies at viewings, before Bobby drops a bombshell story about a massage that got a little too close for comfort (and anatomy). Plus, the duo debates the aesthetics of white underwear, the "marriage game" as a litmus test for being a bottom, and the sheer size of Irish heads.Support the showAs always you can write us at nowellpodcast@gmail.com or call us at (614) 721-5336 and tell us your Not Wells of the week InstagramTwitterBobby's Only FansHelp us continue to grow and create amazing content, like a live tour or just help fund some new headphones when needed. Any help is appreacited. https://www.buzzsprout.com/510487/subscribe#gaypodcast #podcast #gay #lgbtq #queerpodcast #lgbt #lgbtpodcast #lgbtqpodcast #gaypodcaster #queer#instagay #podcasts #podcasting #gaylife #pride #lesbian #bhfyp #gaycomedy #comedypodcast #comedy #nyc #614 #shesnotdoingsowell #wiltonmanor #notwell
Ashley Tisdale is causing quite the drama in the “toxic mom friend groups” and I can't get enough. This week, we're discussing Heated Rivalry stars Hudson Williams and Connor Storrie's rise to superstardom, Timotheé Chalamet's mic drop moment at the Critics Choice Awards, the Gov Ball lineup and so much more! Follow us on InstagramSubscribe to our SubstackEpisode Chapters:00:00 Introduction 06:35 New Music Releases 16:30 Heated Rivalry Mania 26:59 Critics Choice Awards Recap36:54 2026 Gov Ball Lineup has been revealed39:28 Ashley Tisdale's “toxic mom group” drama explained53:57 Real Housewives of Salt Lake City recap59:16 The Cult of The Real Housewife recap01:03:15 RuPaul's Drag Race S18 recap
Alaska and Willam are back with all new recaps of Season 18 of Drag Race. From harsh lighting in the workroom, to primal screams in the mini challenge, to a whole new batch of queens (many of whom are over 30), they are clucking about it all! Plus, RuPaul serving McGussy on the runway, Cardi B being an iconic guest judge, and the many hits and misses of the queens' first design challenge. Let there be light!...and a brand new season of Race Chaser!Listen to Race Chaser Ad-Free on MOM PlusFollow us on IG at @racechaserpod and click the link in bio for a list of organizations you can donate to in support of Black Lives MatterFOLLOW ALASKAhttps://twitter.com/Alaska5000https://www.instagram.com/theonlyalaska5000https://www.facebook.com/AlaskaThunderhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9vnKqhNky1BcWqXbDs0NAQFOLLOW WILLAMhttps://twitter.com/willamhttps://www.instagram.com/willamhttps://www.facebook.com/willamhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrO9hj5VqGJufBlVJy-8D1gRACE CHASER IS A FOREVER DOG PODCASTSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
This week Sibling Watchery is back. Bob and Monét kick off RuPaul's Drag Race Season 18, Episode 1. The premiere opens with a major cameo and then gets into some drag mother-daughter dynamics. They discuss what Queen is “perfect” and whether Seattle is still delivering top-tier competitors. Bob names his early favorite, calls out a possible villain edit, and wonders if the best dancer ever just walked in the door. They break down the scream mini challenge, the unconventional materials design challenge, runway critiques, hair trends, and a brand-new contender for worst runway walk. Plus, best and worst looks of the night, the judges' critiques, and early predictions for who could take the crown. Thanks to our sponsors: Go to https://DRINKAG1.com/RIVALRY ! Rula patients typically pay $15 per session when using insurance. Connect with quality therapists and mental health experts who specialize in you at https://www.rula.com/rivalry #rulapod #ad Philo's where all the best TV comes together. Sign up at philo.tv to start watching. Want to see exclusive Sibling Rivalry Bonus Content? Head over to www.patreon.com/siblingrivalrypodcast to be the first to see our latest Sibling Rivalry Podcast Videos! @BobTheDragQueen @MonetXChange Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
This week, Louis is joined by actor and comedian Vinny Thomas to discuss RuPaul's Drag Race season 18, Marty Supreme, the season finale of Marty Supreme, their favorite gay TV shows, Avatar: Ash & Fire, and James Cameron's recent comments on award nominations. Louis is also joined by Ethan Hawke to discuss his Golden Globe-nominated performance in Blue Moon. Subscribe to Keep It on YouTube to catch full episodes, exclusive content, and other community events. Find us there at YouTube.com/@KeepItPodcast Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Today we're with Julie Brown (Clueless, Camp Rock)! You know her as Paula Norwood, and she's here to breakdown episode 315, "Valentine's Day III." She tells us about her 1 line audition, her very "Sue" moment regarding French kissing, and what it was like to be a judge on one of the most famous episodes of RuPaul's Drag Race. Plus be sure to listen to her new podcast, "Just Say Julie," releasing soon!WE HAVE MERCH! Get yours at: https://www.bonfire.com/middling! Whether you want the famed yellow Cross-Country hoodie, a crew-neck sweatshirt, or a t-shirt... we got you! They also come in a variety of colors and are so, so comfy. This merch a symbol of our shared love for the show and our podcast community. And we hope you love it as much as we do.Want extended episodes and video? That's all happening at Patreon.com/MiddlingPod. You can subscribe monthly or purchase one off episodes!Wanna chat with us?! Click HERE to leave us a voicemail with your questions or comments. You could just hear it on the podcast... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Joe and Robert return for the Season 18 premiere of RuPaul's Drag Race, diving into a reset season that feels engineered to address years of fan complaints—older queens, no talent show, a single premiere, and a return to unconventional materials. But does fixing the format actually make for compelling television? That's the real question. A breakdown of why Season 18 feels like a “back to basics” Drag Race—and whether that makes it safer, flatter, or simply more watchable. Discussion of the premiere's strangely muted energy, including the much-discussed “light switch” opening and its accidental camp. Joe and Robert assess whether early signs of villainy (Briar Blush, Discord Adams) could inject needed chaos into an otherwise polite cast. Robert reports back from a messy bar viewing party, where technical mishaps elevated the episode more than production twists. Early queen standouts, including Didi Fuego's baked-potato absurdity, Athena's unexpected gravitas, and Vita's pageant polish—plus concerns about who's getting confessionals and who isn't. A larger conversation about Drag Race premieres as television events versus competition episodes, and why early episodes rarely go deep. A deep dive into the current Ginger Minj controversy: accusations of exaggeration, revisionist storytelling, and why her particular brand of “Drag Race lies” enrages fellow queens. Comparisons to infamous Drag Race myth-making (Robbie Turner, anyone?) and whether the real entertainment lies not in the lies themselves—but in the reactions they provoke. Why Season 18 queens might actually benefit from staying out of the online mess… or leaning all the way in. Season 18 opens as competent, pleasant, and almost suspiciously well-behaved. With production complaints seemingly addressed, the pressure now shifts to the cast to create moments worth talking about. Whether this season evolves into compelling reality television—or remains a technically correct but emotionally mild installment—will depend on how quickly the gloves come off. If you're enjoying RulaskaThoughts, make sure you're subscribed and supporting the network. For full episode breakdowns, beat-by-beat recaps, and deeper dives into Drag Race lore, check out Joe's other Drag Race shows available via Afterthought Media. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
WE'RE BAAAAACK! La Haus Favorita de tu Haus Favorita está de regreso y venimos venenosas como el 2025 pa' comenzar con la pata alza' el año nuevo. Durante este episodio nos ponemos al día con los papelones de Ginger Minj. Celebramos el regreso de las tradiciones conservadoras de Drag Race y hacemos nuestro primer análisis del año. YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/@DragaMalaPodMala Patreonhttps://patreon.com/DragaMalaLinkTreehttps://linktr.ee/dragamalaBrock by Joséhttps://www.instagram.com/brockbyjose/https://www.tiktok.com/@brockbyjoseMala VoiceMailhttps://www.speakpipe.com/dragamalaBlue Skyhttps://bsky.app/profile/dragamalapod.bsky.socialInstagramDraga Mala
REJOICE! RuPaul's Drag Race is BACK—and so is Nicole Byer!* She joins Oscar this week to celebrate the premiere of Season 18, and you KNOW it's gonna be a screaming good time. *Not too much, #cancelmano fans! Mano will RECLAIM co-hosting responsibilities next week… if we can track him down… has anyone tried Lohan Mykonos?! You can also get a bonus hour EVERY WEEK on Patreon, and special exclusives—we've got an episode up now with DRUK's Paige Three, counting down the Top 10 Most Robbed Queens in Drag Race Herstory. And we'll be continuing our Canada's Drag Race coverage there! A reminder that we're offering half off your first month with code GOLDENBEAVER. FOLLOW US ON PATREON!! We're sharing exclusive episodes, aftershows, talkbacks, and VIDEO at patreon.com/dragherpodcast. KIKI with us on IG @dragherpodcast! PREPARE TO GAG, WHORES!!!!! PROPS TO YA, DWOTUR! If you rate Drag Her 5-stars on Apple Podcasts & leave us ANY UNPOPULAR RPDR OPINION, we'll discuss it on the pod!!!!! DO IT!! Mano's on Instagram @manoagapion, Oscar's on Instagram @ozzymo. For MORE from Good Get, check out One of Us with Fin and Chris and Worse Than You with Mo Fry Pasic. And go watch RuPaul's Drag Race on MTV, WOW Presents+, or Paramount+! Drag Her! is hosted and executive produced by Mano Agapion and Oscar Montoya. Our executive producers for Good Get are Erica Getto and Myrriah Gossett. Drag Her! is a Good Get Production. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Ru Paul's Drone Race. Gigantic man men. I LIKE YOUR JEWELS! States Shaped Like Things. Nerdtacular tickets are live! Won At Game Of Parking (eventually). People on Molly are in a good mood. Rapping Roberts. CoverRiddler Escapes Again! Just Out-living the MCU. Thumbing up the camera. Black taped nipples and a white fur hat. The Panhandle makes No Difference. Actual beavers. Dressing for the temperature I want. I was going to talk about procrastination but didn't get around to it, with Bobby and more on this episode of The Morning Stream. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
RuPaul's Drag Race Season 18 Premiere Recap Hello, hello, hello! Today, your RuPaul's Drag Race RHAPup hosts Aman Adwin and Beth Dixon recap season 18 episode 1! Which Queen will reign supreme? Share all of your RuPaul's Drag Race thoughts with us on Twitter by tagging @RobHasAPodcast and using the hashtag #RHAP Our team of Drag Race experts will be back every week to RHAPup each episode of Drag Race Season 18! Strike a pose and head to Twitter for more Drag Race updates from our hosts: Aman Adwin @AmanAdwin Beth Dixon @AugustaWind11 LISTEN: Subscribe to the RuPaul’s Drag Race podcast feed WATCH: Watch and subscribe to the podcast on YouTube SUPPORT: Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks!
Ru Paul's Drone Race. Gigantic man men. I LIKE YOUR JEWELS! States Shaped Like Things. Nerdtacular tickets are live! Won At Game Of Parking (eventually). People on Molly are in a good mood. Rapping Roberts. CoverRiddler Escapes Again! Just Out-living the MCU. Thumbing up the camera. Black taped nipples and a white fur hat. The Panhandle makes No Difference. Actual beavers. Dressing for the temperature I want. I was going to talk about procrastination but didn't get around to it, with Bobby and more on this episode of The Morning Stream. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
We're back after an unexpected week off! Join us as we holiday-debrief (*with a focus on the unexpected joys of Christmas Eve/Day shopping). We also chat about our New Year's resolutions, the latest "SpongeBob" movie, and our thoughts on "Stranger Things" and "RuPaul's Drag Race." Plus, we stumble upon Jo's political platform centered around the power of VOTING and Annie shares a toilet-cleaning hack, honey. *This podcast is not appropriate for kids.Instagram and TikTok - momstomppodcastEmail - thismomstomps@gmail.comVM hotline - 213-640-7494Click here for Mom Stomp Weekly *which includes links to all things referenced in the ep
RuPaul's Drag Race Season 18 Premiere Recap Hello, hello, hello! Today, your RuPaul's Drag Race RHAPup hosts Aman Adwin and Beth Dixon recap season 18 episode 1! Which Queen will reign supreme? Share all of your RuPaul's Drag Race thoughts with us on Twitter by tagging @RobHasAPodcast and using the hashtag #RHAP Our team of Drag Race experts will be back every week to RHAPup each episode of Drag Race Season 18! Strike a pose and head to Twitter for more Drag Race updates from our hosts:Aman Adwin @AmanAdwinBeth Dixon @AugustaWind11 LISTEN: Subscribe to the RuPaul's Drag Race podcast feedWATCH: Watch and subscribe to the podcast on YouTubeSUPPORT: Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Drag Race kicks off its 18th season with some of the oldest bitches in the cut. (Okay, 8 of them are in their 30s.) We get an extended Florida family reunion of the Love Dions and Aunt Starr, a biter from Boston, Trash reclaimed and renamed Darlene, some disrupted Discord, a former mechanical engineer bagging the lip sync and Kenya Pleaser literally trapped in her skirt. Cardi B gets an A as guest judge, Jamal Sims appears on screen to watch the girls reenact Scream 2, and in a dystopian twist it turns out the whole thing runs on the blood, sweat and farts of Bob, Kim and Raja on stationary bikes in a basement bunker. Become a Matreon at the Sister Mary level to get access to Season 6 of Canada's Drag Race, plus brackets, movie reviews and past seasons of US Drag Race, UK, Canada, Down Under, Espana, Global All Stars, Philippines and more.Join us at our OnlyMary's level for our current recap of Season 4 of Drag Race plus even more movie reviews, brackets, and deep dives into our personal lives!Patreon: www.patreon.com/alrightmaryEmail: alrightmarypodcast@gmail.comInstagram: @alrightmarypodJohnny: @johnnyalso (Instagram)Colin: @colindrucker_ (Instagram)Web: www.alrightmary.com
Join the Royal Court to Recap Episode 1 of RuPaul's Drag Race season 18 #DragRace #DragRace18 #RupaulsDragRaceJoin our Patreon for the exclusive TEA: https://www.patreon.com/cw/TheRealityKingdomUse this Link to cast your VOTE for what show you want us to cover next for our Reality Rewind! Maybe it'll make the list!: https://www.therealitykingdom.com/survey/reality-rewind-season-4-candidates/Join our Discord Here!: https://discord.gg/fsNhjTn9GS.JOIN OUR #REALITYREWIND COMMUNITY HERE!: https://twitter.com/i/communities/1864154372973973632Subscribe to The Scripted Kingdom Here!: https://www.youtube.com/@TheScriptedKingdomThank you so much for watching! We love doing this content for you guys so comment what you want to hear from us!If you would rather just listen, here's a link to the podcast version of our videos:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1m9Kzqe...Apple Podcasts: https://t.co/k5unAtBLn7?amp=1Follow Us:https://linktr.ee/TheRealityKingdomSpirit Box PodcastDespite being placed on sabbatical for her supernatural research, Professor Toni...Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the show
On this 200th episode, Eamon & Merlin talk goes retro and talks the Scary Island episodes of Real Housewives of New York City with Executive Producer and first time Real Housewives watcher Sorg. Then, they talk the Season 18 premiere of RuPaul's Drag Race, where the light shines bright on the 14 new queens, mainly because half are from the Sunshine state. And finally, the newest episode of Real Housewives of Salt Lake City, when Meredith isn't the only one with accusations of substance abuse as new ones get splashed in Britani's direction. 4:25 - Real Housewives of New York: Scary Island 53:54 - RuPaul's Drag Race: Season 18: Episode 01 1:58:58 - Real Housewives of Salt Lake City: Season 06: Episode 13 We are Eamon and Merlin, a queer married couple from Texas living in Pittsburgh, PA. We love reality television, wrestling, drag queens, and pretty much anything that can be called even kinda gay. A Gay & His Enby is a podcast where we talk about everything we love in terms of media and pop culture; everything thats gay and gay adjacent; basically all the conversations we have in our living room we are now putting in front of a microphone and on the internet for you. We have launched our MERCH STORE! We are so excited to bring you these designs, all made by Merlin, commemorating some of our favorite iconic moments! Shop now at https://AGayAndHisEnby.Threadless.com Every week, we have the pleasure and privilege of recording from Sorgatron Media Studios in Pittsburgh. The theme song for our main show is Pulsar by Shane Ivers, and the theme song for Binge Watch is Higher Up by Shane Ivers, both of which you can find at https://www.silvermansound.com All of our social media can be found at our linktree: https://linktr.ee/agayandhisenby We want to take a moment to uplift a powerful resource:
An unexpected jaunt to Poughkeepsie and Kingston, the restaurant Terrapin, joining the Bonvoy rewards program, an antique mirage, the Year In Review going absolutely viral, Kristen Cavallari's astrologist, regretting turning my instagram story replies back on, the season premier of RuPaul's Drag Race, Zohran's first days, realizing I wasn't born with the giant mole on my face, paying homage to toilet plungers, and I answer Questions regarding how to tell your dad he needs veneers and what General Motors SUV should you buy?
What does 2026 have in store for pop culture? Today, we're back for another year of pop culture predictions. We'll touch on A.I., the future of RuPaul's Drag Race, and what's to come for the Law & Order Universe. Plus, we check in on our prognosticating for 2025 and see how things worked out.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy
Okay, it's time to do our big one: RuPaul's Drag Race Season 18 coverage starts NOW! Join Mano, Oscar, and special guests Meatball and Big Dipper of Sloppy Seconds as they preview the newest crop of queens—and, as tradition dictates, PEG ‘EM. Want all the ~uncensored bits~? We've got full video on Patreon! You can also get a bonus hour EVERY WEEK on Patreon, and special exclusives—we've got an episode up now with DRUK's Paige Three, counting down the Top 10 Most Robbed Queens in Drag Race Herstory. And we'll be continuing our Canada's Drag Race coverage there! A reminder that we're offering half off your first month with code GOLDENBEAVER. FOLLOW US ON PATREON!! We're sharing exclusive episodes, aftershows, talkbacks, and VIDEO at patreon.com/dragherpodcast. KIKI with us on IG @dragherpodcast! PREPARE TO GAG, WHORES!!!!! PROPS TO YA, DWOTUR! If you rate Drag Her 5-stars on Apple Podcasts & leave us ANY UNPOPULAR RPDR OPINION, we'll discuss it on the pod!!!!! DO IT!! Mano's on Instagram @manoagapion, Oscar's on Instagram @ozzymo. For MORE from Good Get, check out One of Us with Fin and Chris and Worse Than You with Mo Fry Pasic. And go watch RuPaul's Drag Race on MTV, WOW Presents+, or Paramount+! Drag Her! is hosted and executive produced by Mano Agapion and Oscar Montoya. Our executive producers for Good Get are Erica Getto and Myrriah Gossett. Drag Her! is a Good Get Production. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Get 40% off your first month of Premium or Executive with offer code 16C85 Redeen your offer code on the Patreon app or on the Afterthought Media Patreon page. Joe and Nathan kick off Season 18 of RuPaul's Drag Race by diving deep into the Meet the Queens specials—without relying on runway visuals alone. Instead, they focus on experience, confidence, careers, personalities, and storytelling potential, breaking down what actually matters heading into a new flagship season. With 14 queens, a noticeably more seasoned cast, and early signs of built-in storylines, Joe and Nathan unpack who feels ready to deliver, who might struggle outside their comfort zone, and which queens already feel like production favorites. Why this Meet the Queens felt flatter than usual—and how the interview questions may have undersold the cast A noticeable shift toward older, more experienced queens and what that could mean for the season's tone Joe's experiment going into the season without seeing the queens visually—and how that changes first impressions The impact of queens with real-world careers (nurses, engineers, designers, performers) versus drag-only résumés Early signs of villains, wild cards, and queens likely to thrive under pressure Whether Drag Race fatigue is real—and why expectations feel muted heading into Season 18 Joe and Nathan break down each queen's background, drag history, strengths, and potential pitfalls, including: Athena Dion – Pageant authority, legacy drag, and confidence that reads finalist-ready Briar Blush – Razor-tongued Boston queen already clocked as a likely villain Sierra Mist – Prosthetics, sci-fi aesthetics, and questions about versatility Darlene Mitchell – Mall drag, sobriety, and whether anti-polish can survive modern Drag Race Didi Fuego – DIY energy, long audition history, and concerns about performance chops Discord Adams – Punk maximalism and whether a narrow aesthetic limits longevity Jane Don't – Seattle wit, comedy instincts, and RuPaul-friendly naming power Juicy Love Dion – Youth, athleticism, and a built-in family storyline Kenya Pleaser – Big personality, political presence, and early fan buzz Mandy Mango – Filipina nurse, pageant polish, and “Jan-ification” fears Mia Starr – Professional dancer with questions about drag rust Mikey Meeks – Theatre kid chaos and early delusion warnings Nini Coco – Engineer-turned-drag-queen with standout construction skills Vida Von T. Starr – Old-school Southern pageant drag and strategic restraint Joe and Nathan each lay out: Bottom group (early outs) Middle pack (survivors with question marks) Top 4 predictions, based on experience, adaptability, and narrative potential They also discuss why these predictions are almost guaranteed to be wrong—and why that's part of the fun. Season 18 may not arrive with explosive hype, but it's shaping up to be a talent-heavy, experience-driven season that could reward queens who know how to deliver under pressure rather than rely on aesthetics alone. Whether that translates into compelling television remains to be seen—but the groundwork is there. Get the full, uncut episodes early, ad-free, and with extended discussion by joining us on Patreon:
Alaska and Willam cap off the holiday season by Ru-watching 'RuPaul's Drag Race: Holi-slay Spectacular,' joined by their sister and Drag Race favorite: Latrice Royale! They discuss the festive looks, bespoke musical numbers, coercive casting strategies, and even some backstage bamboozlement! Plus that purple dress that RuPaul wore fills everyone up with Holiday Cheer! Who's ready for a little Ho Ho Ho?!Listen to Race Chaser Ad-Free on MOM PlusFollow us on IG at @racechaserpod and click the link in bio for a list of organizations you can donate to in support of Black Lives MatterFOLLOW ALASKAhttps://twitter.com/Alaska5000https://www.instagram.com/theonlyalaska5000https://www.facebook.com/AlaskaThunderhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9vnKqhNky1BcWqXbDs0NAQFOLLOW WILLAMhttps://twitter.com/willamhttps://www.instagram.com/willamhttps://www.facebook.com/willamhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrO9hj5VqGJufBlVJy-8D1gRACE CHASER IS A FOREVER DOG PODCASTSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.