Squirrel Friends: The Official RuPaul's Drag Race Podcast

Did you know there was a different drag character BEFORE BenDeLaCreme came to exist?!  The self-eliminating yet terminally delightful, BenDeLaCreme joins Alec and Loni to discuss her best moments from Season 6 and All Stars 3 and how drag helped her in through some pretty hard times and those years of self-discovery. And you know our terrific twosome had to ask about the dynamic duo that is Jinkx and DeLa. Plus, Loni and Alec give each other flowers. 

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Alec may be flying solo this episode, but he’s got the sweetest guest imaginable — Peppermint! They reminisce about meeting on a Pride float then Peppermint talks about why she wanted to be an entertainer, how she got into drag, and what it was like meeting Lady Gaga. They also discuss why some politicians are targeting the LGBTQ community and the importance of trans representation. Plus, Alec asks the question on everyone’s mind! 

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Ready, set, slay! Season 15 is right around the corner and the new queens have been RuVealed. Alec and Loni are here to break down the promo looks and videos, of course. Who’s nervous to face Michelle Visage? Which queen has silent deadly farts? Did someone say TWINS?! Loni also spills about her trip to the Kennedy Center Honors, Kennedy Davenport not included. Wait until you hear who she had a kiki with about Drag Race!

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Alec’s on his own again and shining a little sunlight on the Weather Ball from Canada’s Drag Race: Canada vs the World. Then, as his anticipation for Season 15 grows, he revisits Jinkx Monsoon and Monét X Change, two queens who snatched crowns and continue to slay after their time on Drag Race. Also, Alec needs to share his potato leek soup recipe, no?

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Loni is back!  They chat about their Thanksgivings, current TV/film projects, and what it means to be first on the call sheet. The two also discuss their feelings about the tragic shooting at Club Q in Colorado Springs and the passing of the Respect for Marriage Act. And of course, it wouldn’t be complete without a serving of Drag Race… “Drag Race UK” series 4 and “Canada's Drag Race: Canada vs. The World” to be exact. 

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Alec is hosting solo again, but he’s joined by an extra special guest, Eureka O’Hara! They discuss Eureka’s fondest memories of Drag Race before diving deep into a conversation about the importance of forgiveness, sobriety, and growing up as a queer youth. Eureka serves some excellent advice! Also, there’s a little sneak peek of the new season of We’re Here. And of course, you know they had to talk about those infamous hair loaves!

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This week, it’s just Alec while Loni finishes filming her new movie. He’s sharing what he’s thankful for this year and his excitement for Canada vs. The World. Then, it’s a journey back to favorite clips from episodes with Jaida Essence Hall, Alyssa Edwards, Asia O’Hara, and Raja! It’s a buffet of motivation, inspiration, determination and representation. We’ll be back with regular episodes of the podcast on 11/28.

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Alec Mapa is back and he has some explaining to do! After that, Raja, your Queen of She Done Already Done Had Herses is here! They all chat about her journey back to All Stars 7, her looks and Snatch Game inspirations, and how to manifest things you want. Raja also shares a beautiful story about her mother helping her prepare her Balinese dance for the Drag Race Gives Back Variety Extravaganza. Plus, was the Platinum Plunger really platinum? You’ll have to listen to find out!

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This week, Asia O’Hara joins Loni to talk about her experience on Drag Race and tour, the infamous butterfly reveal, and how drag pageants operate. Loni and Asia also discuss racism on social media from fans of the show and if it’s improved. Plus, wait for the epic analogy Asia shares with Loni about being created equal versus unique.

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Squirrel Friends, she’s here! The Dancing Queen, Alyssa Edwards, drops by to chat about so much. What was going through her mind before stepping into the Werk Room for the time? Would she do another All Stars? Alyssa also shares touching stories from parents and fans, how much her grandmother meant to her, and her thoughts on anti-LGBTQ legislation in Texas. Plus, Alec and Loni are still comparing their follower counts. 

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