Squirrel Friends: The Official RuPaul's Drag Race Podcast
Hey kitty girls! Squirrel Friends: The Official RuPaul’s Drag Race Podcast is your number one stop for all things RuPaul’s Drag Race, straight from MTV. Every Friday, hosts Alec Mapa and Loni Love cover all things RuPaul’s Drag Race. Plus, your favorite queens, celebrities, and superfans from the show might stop by to join in on the fun… and spill the tea. You won’t want to sashay away. Catch episodes of RuPaul’s Drag Race on Paramount+ and MTV.
Episodes
April 19, 2023 • 28 mins
She’s here! Sasha Colby, America’s Next Drag Superstar, joins Alec and Loni for a conversation about life after the finale and what it took to get to this moment. From spirituality to fan support, it takes a village! She also Ruveals what went into her final lip sync look.
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April 14, 2023 • 73 mins
The time has come….to crown America’s Next Drag Superstar! Alec attended the finale taping and is spilling all the tea of who he talked to, sat by, and yelled for and Loni is thirsty for it. They Ruview every sickening look, performance, and of course that final Ruvealing lip sync. Plus, if you rewind, you can see a certain silver-haired someone pop his head over RuPaul’s shoulder before the showdown for the crown.
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April 7, 2023 • 65 mins
It’s not just the cast who’s back together! Alec and Loni reunite after Alec’s cruise and they’re ready to Ruview this reunion. The queens gathered with Ru one last time before the Grand Finale next week to hash out everything Season 15. Unseen footage, unaired reads, gossip, shade, tears, it’s all you could want in one episode. Plus, we think Alec is in his jealous era.
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March 31, 2023 • 100 mins
Oh honey, we have a very special guest co-host today, Trixie Mattel! She is filling in for Alec while he’s literally on a boat. Trixie tells us what she’s up to, what era she’s in, and her opinions on anti-drag laws before diving into episode 14. Loosey LaDuca is also here to chat with Loni about her Joan Rivers impersonation and the success of “Let Loose”. This week, the queens shot for the stars in the music video for Ru’s song “...
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March 17, 2023 • 75 mins
Lucky for us the Marcia of all trades, Marcia Marcia Marcia, is here! She talks all about her first time watching Drag Race and how she applied those “more make-up” notes during the competition. Alec and Loni are seated front row for Wigloose the Rusical. The queens were tasked with bringing the house down while bringing drag to a small town. Plus, Alec and Loni share how you can educate yourself about the anti-drag bills popping u...
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March 10, 2023 • 54 mins
Calling all comedy queens! This is your week! The Bubly Comedy Festival is in town and the queens have to do stand-up to stand out. Alec and Loni chat about how the performances went and offer some sound advice. But first, it’s the Harlem Vogue Ball Mini Challenge and let’s just say the ducks were walked. Then, the queens are ripped to shreds on the runway with some of the looks leaving Alec and Loni torn. Plus, Alec can’t stop gus...
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March 3, 2023 • 58 mins
This week is (Sasha) fierce! It happened, it finally happened…A Night of a Thousand Beyoncés on the runway! Alec and Loni found some looks flawless and some, indeed, replaceable. But first, they go in-depth about the hard-hitting 50/50 interview Maxi Challenge. Some queens walked the walk, while others talked…over their guests.
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February 24, 2023 • 82 mins
It’s a flipping good time! Jax drops by to chat about mixing cheerleading with drag and reminisces about her first drag number. Alec and Loni have crystallized and are ready to celebrate the 200th episode of RuPaul’s Drag Race and all it took to achieve such a milestone. Then, they don’t drop the ball when it comes to breaking down the looks from The Crystal Ball runway. Plus, after hearing Anetra’s story this week, Loni shares her...
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February 17, 2023 • 60 mins
Loni’s gallbladder may be gone, but Aura Mayari is here to talk about her preparations and favorite moments of her time this season. Alec and Loni are also ready to recap for their life! Round after round, the queens had to show out in the LaLaPaRuZa lip-sync to keep their spot in the competition. And you know it wouldn’t be RuPaul’s Drag Race without a good twist. Plus, Alec and Loni RuVeal what their own perfect lip-syncs would b...
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February 10, 2023 • 69 mins
Fierce divas only today! Alec and Loni are joined by thee Robin Fierce. She talks about being a product of Drag Race and the meaning behind her exit line. But before that, it’s time for a reboot! Alec and Loni give their thoughts on RuPaul’s directing and the queens’ performances in The Daytona Wind sitcom challenge. Let’s just say some blew them away and some were “rigga morris”. Then, they get into the perfectly puffy runway look...
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February 3, 2023 • 61 mins
Is this thing on? Hope so, because Amethyst pops by to talk about making music and, of course, her nose. But first, Alec and Loni discuss all the drama around which group got which song for the Shady Pines-apalooza. Should you fight for something you want or just let someone else have it? They’ll answer that in “15 Seconds to Say.” Then, things get trippy with a tie-dye runway. Plus, Loni spills the tea on some of her favorite mome...
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January 27, 2023 • 73 mins
Not only is the library open this week, but Sugar swings by for a super sweet chat. Alec and Loni breakdown their favorite reads and sit front row at Drag Race Fashion Week. The queens were tasked with creating looks from materials found in Michelle, Ross and Carson’s fashion houses. What would one find in a room of the House of Love or the House of Mapa? They’ll tell you. Plus, Sugar shares the journey of how she and Spice found s...
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January 23, 2023 • 55 mins
Yes, you were seeing double. The queens served their best celebrity impressions in TWO rounds of Snatch Game. Alec and Loni are ready to talk about who was fierce and who flopped. They also give their best advice to developing a character for such a situation in “Season 15 Seconds to Say”. Then, things get scary as the two offer their critiques on the beautiful nightmare of a runway. The trouble continues to double as everything wr...
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January 16, 2023 • 77 mins
Alec and Loni are joined by the Alien Queen, Irene DuBois, and it is out of this world! First, the two share their visions of Heaven to go along with this week’s Maxi Challenge. No necks were broken during the recording of this episode. Then, the queens polish up their Metallica runways while Alec and Loni let their opinions shine. Plus, Irene RuVeals if Luxx Noir London ever accepted the true length of the 40-inch wig.
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January 9, 2023 • 68 mins
Alec and Loni are keeping this supersized premiere rolling along. What better way to get to know the new queens than by having one big night of talent?! The two RuVeal what they thought of each performance. Are they able to make a glass of ice cold water now? Will they help someone find their baby? Can they walk that fu*king duck? Then, it’s the first runway of the season! Plus, Alec and Loni spill about what they’re looking forwar...
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January 9, 2023 • 57 mins
And we’re off! It’s a new year and the new season of RuPaul’s Drag Race has begun. Alec and Loni are revved up and ready to review every wig, eyelash, outfit, and shady comment of Season 15. First up for the supersized premiere, the Super Sweet 16 make their Werk Room debut and pay homage to past seasons with some wet and windy photoshoots. Plus, keeping with the theme, Alec and Loni introduce a brand new podcast segment: 15 Second...
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January 4, 2023 • 1 min
Loni Love and Alec Mapa are your official one stop shop for everything RuPaul’s Drag Race. Every Friday, they’re recapping the latest episode of season 15 and along the way they’ll be joined by fan-favorite queens. Catch all new episodes of RuPaul’s Drag Race on Paramount+ and MTV every Friday.
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January 2, 2023 • 36 mins
The royalty is here! Alec and Loni welcome the UK’s Next Drag Superstar, Danny Beard. Taking time while backstage on tour, Danny reflects on winning the crown, her favorite moments and what’s next. They all talk about the importance of treating people with kindness and respect. Ever wondered how the UK and American drag scenes differ? Danny has you covered. Plus, if you thought keeping a beard while doing drag is lazy, think again!...
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December 28, 2022 • 40 mins
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 ...
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December 26, 2022 • 43 mins
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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