In this episode, international drag icon from Drag Race UK and UK vs The World S3, queen Zahirah Zapanta joins us for

an open, reflective, and deeply personal conversation. From revisiting her Drag Race experience to sharing the journey that followed.

Filmed prior to airing of UKVTW, he shares how growing up Filipino in the UK shaped her perspective, how she discovered

drag, and what it meant to leave corporate life to chase her passion. From auditions for Drag

Race UK to navigating life as a Filipino immigrant and a proud queen abroad, Zahirah reflects

on her personal growth, love, community, and the lessons she’s learned along the way. This is a

thoughtful and empowering conversation you won’t want to miss.

Timestamps

00:00 – Intro

00:50 – Getting to Know Zahirah Zapanta

03:10 – Embracing Filipino Roots: Growing up Filipino in the UK

08:16 – How Zahirah Discovered Drag

13:15 – Leaving Corporate Life for Drag & Auditioning for Drag Race UK

19:27 – The Drag Race UK Season 6 Experience

28:18 – Life as a Gay Man in the UK & Hot Takes on Dating

37:53 – What’s Next for Zahirah Zapanta?

38:51 – Gratitude to Filipino Fans

42:31 – Zahirah’s Advice to Her Younger Self

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