BONUS: VERY THAT - "Teenage Burglar" (MOM Plus)

In this bonus episode of 'Very That' from Race Chaser with Alaska & Willam, drag icons Delta Work and Raja (also known as Rasha) reflect on their shared history, drag evolution, and the nostalgic power of the mall as a cultural and personal touchstone. The conversation meanders through memories of shopping at Cerritos Mall and West Covina Fashion Plaza, the rise of fast fashion brands like Contempo Casuals and Judy's, and the creative ingenuity of teenage drag queens who once shoplifted to afford their looks—detailing how they’d disable security sensors by freezing them. The hosts also discuss the emotional labor of drag, the importance of self-acceptance in makeup and identity, and the absurdity of modern internet culture, especially the performative drama that often surrounds drag queens. They touch on personal anecdotes, including Raja’s cousin Nick’s Divine-inspired Halloween look, the evolution of drag aesthetics, and even a playful critique of floral fashion trends like baby’s breath and carnations. The episode closes with a lighthearted announcement of a 'Baby’s Breath Challenge' for social media, celebrating creativity without dance or choreography, and a reminder to support the podcast through Patreon.