Created by RuPaul Charles in 2009, RuPaul's Drag Race has spawned an empire of its own. Its successful winners and contestants have gone on to act in films and shows, record their own albums, and some have even won acclaim as podcasters. Most of the podcasts from RuPaul's alumni are focused on the show as well as other aspects of drag culture as a whole.
Fashion. Behind-the-scenes gossip. Pop culture. Identity. These are just some of the many things that listeners would get to explore with these popular podcasts helmed by some of Drag Race's most iconic judges, hosts, and contestants.
The Bald And The Beautiful - Hosted By Trixie Mattel And Katya Zamo
RuPaul's Drag Race Season 7 queens Trixie and Katya have collaborated on several occasions, including the web series UNHhhh and the Viceland original The Trixie and Katya Show. The Bald And The Beautiful is one such effort that finds the two drag queens deciphering modern beauty.
Beauty standards and trends are discussed with professionals from the industry. Along with the informative bits, the two drag queens constantly engage in their comedic banter. Hence, the podcast mixes learning with fun and makes for easy listening.
Race Chaser - Hosted By William And Alaska
Race Chaser is the quintessential RuPaul's Drag Race podcast for its immense scope of discussing anything and everything. All Stars Season 2 champ Alaska and Season 4 alum William sit down for chats on the latest episode of the show or just general pop culture phenomenon.
If there's no new RuPaul's season on the air, they end up rewatching old seasons and give their personal views as well as some insider's gossip. The episodes are aplenty, with William and Alaska dropping even three to four episodes in one week.
Sibling Rivalry - Hosted By Bob The Drag Queen And Monét X Change
Contrary to its name, RuPaul's Season 8 and Season 4 winners Bob and Monét aren't siblings, but that doesn't mean the legendary contestants don't have matching energies.
Relying on witty commentary and satirical descriptions, the two discuss the city of New York, the nitty-gritty of drag, and discourses relating to gender and race in the modern world. Sibling Rivalry is a fun-filled take on issues that matter and benefits greatly from the combined popularity of its star hosts.
Local Queen - Hosted By Ginger Minj
Ginger Minj is known as the Season 7 runner-up of RuPaul's but in Local Queen, she aims to be a world traveler. From Milwaukee to Madrid, Washington to London, Ginger trots the globe to highlight the local drag queens in each of these cities while also understanding each place's culture.
Drag is a global phenomenon in today's world, and Local Queen is the perfect podcast to highlight this diverse nature of the art form. It's safe to say that this podcast would impress not just fans of the show but also those who wish to know more about the intricacies of drag traditions.
The Chop - Hosted By Latrice And Manila
Latrice Royale and Manila Luzon have been RuPaul's Drag Race contestants in different seasons, but they both joined forces in All Stars. In the podcast called The Chop, they come together yet again to craft an immersive experience for not just the show, but also its numerous international editions.
The hosts resort to recaps and commentary for the different seasons from around the world along with fan Q&A sessions. There is a special segment that also includes analyses of queer films and shows.
Very That - Hosted By Delta Work And Raja
Very That is nothing short of an oral history of drag legends, and hosts Delta Work and Raja talk about their present-day lives as well as their early club days. Culture, beauty, and their long experience as drag artists form the crux of each episode.
From Met Gala looks to Halloween spookiness, Delta and Raja pick everyday topics and turn them into exciting conversations. Both drag queens had competed in Season 3, with Raja showing off their best Runway looks and emerging as the winner. Regardless of who wins or loses, some of the queens have had longstanding friendships over the years. Very That bears testimony to Delta and Raja's effortless bond.
Famous This Week - Hosted By Priyanka
Priyanka, the winner of the debut season of Canada's Drag Race, hosts this heavily interactive podcast. The format includes her discussions and rants on daily pop culture events along with some personal advice on love and life.
The 'famous' things that she touches on include awards shows, celebrity news, and cultural conversations. Instead of just talking alone, Priyanka also picks up calls and discusses random things with her listeners in the 'Call Me Now' segment.
Wanna Be On Top? - Hosted By Shea Couleé
Considering her status as the winner of All Stars Season 5, fans would expect Shea Couleé's podcast to be all about the show. Instead, Wanna Be On Top covers another iconic fashion reality show, America's Next Top Model.
Couleé is herself a fashion icon. So, it only makes sense for her to engage in a comprehensive study of the fashion reality show and its multiple seasons. The recurring guests and co-hosts include a diverse lineup ranging from fellow RuPaul's alum Bob The Drag Queen to comedian Joel Kim Booster.
What's The Tee - Hosted By RuPaul And Michelle Visage
With more than 250 episodes, this is the most definitive podcast for fans simply because it is hosted by none other than RuPaul Charles himself. Joined by producer/judge Michelle Visage, the duo interview a wide variety of guests ranging from celebrated RuPaul's Drag Race guest judges to other celebrities like Jeff Goldblum, Nicki Minaj, and Whoopi Goldberg.
The high-profile guests definitely add as a selling point. But needless to say that What's The Tee also has a plethora of behind-the-scenes trivia too that dedicated geeks of the show would delightfully listen to.