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Not even a faulty SD card could stop us from getting this one out. We first discuss Dakoda Walters' famous win at Stab 100 making him $100,000 US dollars richer. We then break down the heat draw for Trestles and reveal our fantasy teams.

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Once again we've been left without a heat draw for Trestles, luckily there was a lot to talk about from the last week of surfing. Sit back and let us update you on the latest news from the International QS events, the world junior titles currently ongoing in El Salvador and what the CT men need to do to avoid the dreaded mini-cut.

Link to our latest Costa Rica Vid here! - https://youtu.be/BxJ72lTuZHY

00:00 Kelly Slater Finally Follows LAGO10:05 World Junior Titles & Finley's Wild Stories18:00 LAGO's 100th Episode Mystery Guest23:45 International QS Results33:41 Levi Slawson's Priority Controversy38:31 Dane Henry Joins Red Bull42:59 Challenger Series Rankings46:00 Trestles Preview & Fantasy Picks52:20 CT Mid-Season Cut Scenarios59:32 LAGO Listener Questions

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We jumped straight into the studio after the WSL Fiji pro wrapped up to discuss all the major talking points. We dissect the wins of Erin Brooks and Cole Houshmand and pinpoint where we went wrong in our event predictions and fantasy teams.

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We were joined by Sheldon Simkus for a casual chat about what he's been up to. We delve into his time on the QS and Challenger Series, discuss why he gave it up, and find out how he's still been able to carve out a career as a pro surfer. We also discuss the reasons behind his recent move from long-time board shaper DHD to Firewire (Slater Designs & Tomo).

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In the wake of the massive news regarding Australia's new competitive surfing pathway, we were lucky enough to be joined by Chris Mater and Owen Wright to explain what exactly The Surfing Super League is. We answer a lot of your questions and get a few inside scoops into what is happening behind the scenes.

Safe to say we left this chat feeling excited for what's to come.

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In this episode we break down everything happening in the world of surfing right now.

We make our Fiji Pro fantasy picks and go through the opening rounds and predict who we think will be having early success. We also dive into the huge news around the Surfing Super League and what it could mean for the future of professional surfing in Australia.

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Tahiti delivered plenty to talk about! In this episode, we break down everything that went down at the Tahiti Pro, including the standout performances, biggest moments and what caught us off guard.

We also have to eat some humble pie in relation to one key prediction we made before the event...

Then we look ahead to the Fiji Pro and who we think could make a serious run at the event.

As always, honest surf talk, questionable predictions and plenty of debate.

🎙️ Honest Surf Talk
🏄‍♂️ Tahiti Pro Recap
📉 Our Seth Moniz Prediction… Ouch
🌴 Fiji Pro Preview

Tahiti delivered plenty to talk about! In this episode, we break down everything that went down at the WSL Tahiti Pro, including the standout performances, biggest moments and what caught us off guard.We also have to eat some humble pie in relation to one key prediction we made before the event...Then we look ahead to the Fiji Pro and who we think could make a serious run at the event.As always, honest surf talk, questionable predictions and plenty of debate.🎙️ Honest Surf Talk🏄‍♂️ Tahiti Pro Recap📉 Our Seth Moniz Prediction… Ouch🌴 Fiji Pro Preview#surfing #podcast #surfer #wsl #waves Get 15% off Childe sunnies here: https://childe.co/LAGO

We jumped in the studio after an action packed day at the Tahiti pro to recap all the action that went on. It was one of the most memorable days of surfing in recent memory and came with a few interesting decisions from the judges such as Ramzi's questionable 8 point ride, Does Kelly need to hang up the boots and of course the comment made by yours truly - Ronny!!

(Apologies for the camera angles - we had a few issues throughout the middle of the podcast where the frame went out of focus. We will have all 3 angles back up and running next week)!

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We jumped on the mics to wrap up all the action from the US Open (including 'that melt down') and give our predictions for the upcoming Tahiti Pro. With a cracking Teahupo'o forecast on the cards and a stacked draw, this event is looking like a banger.

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In this episode of The LAGO Podcast, we recap our wild 12-hour journey from Nicaragua to the Costa Rica border,and safe to say, it was NOT what we were expecting. Our driver was...

We also unpack the final days of our Nicaragua surf trip, the waves we scored (and the waves we definitely didn’t), and everything that went down before crossing into Costa Rica.

US Open Surfing is also on the agenda as we run through the event, the surfers to watch, and who we think could make a serious run.

And, as always, we finish the episode by answering your listener questions.

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Still with no camera bag or podcast equipment, we sat down in our beautiful air conditioned room at Lapoint's Los Clavos surf camp to talk through what we've been up to and preview the upcoming US open.

We also chat about the first few days of waves in Nica and our first impressions of the camp and surrounds.

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1AM. Delayed bags. Customs chaos. Zero sleep. Still hit record.

After a long 40 hours of travel dramas and minimal sleep, we set up the mics and recorded anyway. Why? Because we promised we’d never miss an episode, and we’re sticking to it.

This week, we unpack the full travel saga heading to Nicaragua and Costa Rica. From getting stuck in customs, waiting on bags that never arrived and somehow dodging $1500 in excess baggage feesby using our LAGO charm.

We also break down all the action from the WSL Challenger Series in Ballito, covering the standout performances, biggest upsets, and the heats that had us yelling at the tele!!

It’s tired, it’s unfiltered, and it’s exactly what LAGO is all about—bringing you along for the ride, no matter where in the world we are.

Follow LAGO for new episodes every week and keep up with the adventure as we score waves!

This week’s episode is presented by FCS and their latest MAYHEM Driver & Pivot fins.

First up, we give you a sneak peek at our FCS x Mayhem Fin Review, dropping LIVE on YouTube July 21st. No spoilers... but let's just say we scored some seriously fun waves to put the fins through their paces.

We also unpack one of the biggest stories in surfing right now: the World Surf League's new partnership with THE TEAM. On paper, it has the potential to be a game-changing move for professional surfing, but we also discuss whether past controversies involving former THE TEAM leadership could create unwanted headlines for the partnership.

We dive into Stab's Surf 100, discussing the rankings, the surfers who made the list, and who might have been overlooked.

Plus, we wrap things up with a quick look at the Ballito Challenger Series in South Africa, highlighting the standout performances and what aussie lads are looking spicy…

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The Challenger Series is HERE! 🌏🏄🇦🇺An electric class of Australian QS graduates is set to take centre stage as the Challenger Series kicks off in Ballito, South Africa. For these surfers, it's the final step on the road to the Championship Tour.

In this episode of The LAGO Podcast, we break down every Australian competing this season - how they qualified, their strengths and the story behind their journey.Whether you're a die-hard surf fan or looking for someone to follow throughout the Challenger Series, this is your ultimate guide to Australia's next generation of surfing talent.

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SOLI BAILEY - Former World Surf League Championship Tour surfer, big wave charger, and modern-day surf explorer living every surfer's dream. Soli joins us for one of our favourite conversations yet.In this episode, Soli tells it all. From the hidden pressures of life on the Championship Tour, he shares the highs, the setbacks, and a firey paddle battle with a world champ that got a little heated.

We unpack the wave of a lifetime at Cloud break, Fiji, the story behind how he scored it, and dive deep into Maps to Nowhere, including what has to be one of the greatest barrels ever ridden in modern surfing.

Soli also opens up about the terrifying Pipeline accident that left him with a life-altering neck injury and multiple doctors telling him he may never surf again. He shares how he processed the news, fought his way back, and found a new purpose beyond competitive surfing.Whether you're into surfing, big waves, the WSL, travel, adventure, or inspiring comeback stories, this is a conversation you don't want to miss.

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This week we're also stoked to announce our new partnership with CHILDE Eyewear. A brand that we are beyond stoked to work with! Use our exclusive link below for 15% off:https://childe.co/LAGORio is done and dusted... and to say it was a lacklustre event would be an understatement.From there, we unpack everything that happened in Rio. We break down the standout performances, debate whether Rio still deserves a place on the Championship Tour, and dive into the growing conversation around claims that Yago Dora has been receiving favourable judging from the WSL.We also reveal who came out on top in this week's Fantasy league (although Zac is convinced the whole thing was rigged), answer another round of your listener questions, and wrap things up by looking ahead to the Challenger Series event in South Africa and the surfers we'll be keeping a close eye on.As always, thanks for tuning in. If you're enjoying the show, leave us a rating, Drop a comment, and we'll see you next week.

This week on the LAGO Podcast, we sit down with Vaughn Blakey - podcaster, surf commentator, frontman of Goons of Doom, former surf magazine editor, and one of surfing’s most unique voices.From his early years growing up with an obsession for surfing, to carving out a career in surf media, Vaughn takes us through the experiences that shaped his path.

We dive into the golden era of surf magazines, finding purpose through storytelling, his relationship with his brother, and the moments that fuelled a lifelong surf froth.

We also unpack the current state of professional surfing, the WSL, surf culture, and some of the biggest opinions and conversations shaping the sport today. Expect plenty of laughs, honest reflections, deep conversations, and the kind of surf chat that only Vaughn can deliver.#surf #surfer #surfing #podcast

In this episode, we wrap up the finals day action from El Salvador (including our thoughts on that claim from Tyler Wright). We then go into our predictions and fantasy picks for the upcoming event at Rio.

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(0:00) Introduction(4:05) Fin's Travel Concerns(10:00) OzTag GF Victory(13:30) Win Yullis Beer(16:41) El Salvador Wrap Up(51:30) The Tyler Claim(1:00:50) Men's Semis(1:04:40) Ladies Final(1:08:50) Men's Final(1:13:15) Fantasy Results(1:17:35) Rio Preview(1:19:20) Fantasy Teams

(1:34:10) Listener Q's

In the midst of one of the darkest weeks we've seen for event favourites and fantasy teams alike, we jump into the studio to break it all down. We also go over Jack Robinson's infamous drop-in and the priority mix-ups that don't seem to stop.

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(0:00) Intro

(9:10) Chris Cote

(17:30) Mens Rd 1

(22:33) Ladies Rd 1

(30:20) Mens Rd 2

(1:05:31) Ladies Rd 2

(1:15:20) Lob VS Cal

(1:19:25) Marco VS Yago

(1:22:30 )Jack Robinson Drop-In

(1:25:59) Listener Q's

On this episode, former professional surfer, podcaster, author, and mental health advocate Cooper Chapman joins us to share the highs and lows of life on the professional surfing tour, and the mental challenges that came with chasing his dream.

Cooper reflects on his years travelling the world, competing alongside the likes of Matt Banting, Connor O'Leary, and many others, offering an honest insight into the realities of professional sport behind the scenes.

We then dive into Cooper's work in the mental health space. He opens up about the moment that sparked his passion for mental health awareness—seeing his father cry for the first time—and how that experience shaped the path he's on today.

To wrap things up, we discuss practical ways we can all make small but meaningful changes to improve our wellbeing and become better versions of ourselves.

We hope you enjoy the conversation.

Episode 79 is dedicated to south coast legend - Nathan Bartlett. Our thoughts go out to his family, friends and the surf community of the south coast and beyond. Rest Easy Nathan ❤️. This episode we kick off by sharing a little more about our up coming trip to Central America and some concerns with sitting next to each other for 15 plus hours. We also dive into the upcoming Surf City El Salvador Pro, set to kick off on Friday. As always - we run through who’s looking good and who we have picked for our fantasy team. Check out Lapoint camps below to book your next surf trip!

This week on The LAGO Podcast, we catch up with Matty Scorringe once again to break down everything from the Corona New Zealand Pro.

Matty shares who looked the best on the ground, gives insight into what really happened during the seal attack incident, and explains how the event stacked up against the other stops on tour this season.

We also review our fantasy results to find out who’s facing another challenge/punishment after another rough week of picks. Plus, we reveal some exciting news about an upcoming LAGO surf trip to Central America thanks to Lapoint Surf Camps (https://www.lapointcamps.com/?utm_source=chatgpt.com)

On this episode we deep dive into Matt Bemrose and Brad Dougherty’s pivotal roles at Volcom. The boys reminisce on the good ole days of brand, we ask Bemmy about his tour pursuit and if he wish he gave it one more crack, we chat the challenges big brands are facing in 2026 and what surfing looks like in the very near future. Before we wrapped up, we asked if they could spill the beans on why Yago left after a fruitful decade long partnership with Volcom- safe to say… beans were spilled…

In this episode, we break down our picks for the 2026 New Zealand Pro, run through our fantasy team selections, and reveal what we’ve got planned for the event on day 1. To wrap things up, we give New Zealand’s most recognised surf coach, Matt Scorringe, a call. He shares expert local knowledge on the forecast, the surfers most likely to dominate at Raglan, and exactly what it takes to win there. Lastly! Merch is only a few days away from being live on our website. Keep your eyes and ears peeled on our socials for when it goes live. Yeow!#SURFING #WSL #SURF

In this episode, we chat all things Snapper Rocks. We ask ourselves, was this the best event ever to watch live? We share stories of what goes on after dark when the cameras are turned off and what it was like to be deep in the Connor Oleary support squad.

Huge episode this week! We welcome our mate and 2024 Snapper Rocks champion, Mikey McDonagh, into the studio to go over all the action from Margaret River and what's to come at Snapper Rocks. We also caught up with Tim MacDonald, coach of George Pittar to give us the run down on GP's maiden win. #surfing #podcast #surfer #wsl

The Margaret River Pro 2026 has delivered a strange mix - moments of world-class surfing, backed up by some seriously average conditions.

We break down a run of messy competition days where a few big names have been caught out in the challenging conditions.

We also get into the tension and peace making between Jacob Willcox and Yago Dora - a rare bit of edge that added some intrigue to an otherwise inconsistent week.

Tough waves, genuine upsets, and a comp that’s still wide open - Margies doing its thing.

In this episode, we break down a chaotic start to the World Surf League season, and yes… Zac’s board is getting a makeover. We ask the question most of us are thinking - should Bells still be on Tour? After a slow, stop-start event and some questionable conditions, we unpack whether tradition is enough to justify its spot in the modern schedule. We also run through the standout heats, the upsets and take a moment to soak in Miggy’s win. To wrap it up, we lock in our picks for Margaret River and reveal Finley's challenge if his picks flop at the next event.

In this episode, we dive into the first WSL Championship Tour Event of the season, The Ripcurl Pro - Bells Beach. Shaky start for the WSL as we unpack early controversy, with people calling that the event should’ve run on the first day of the waiting period. Big names exit early to a few standout rookies and our fantasy teams take an absolute beating!

We also catch up with Cam and Rory, the brains behind the ALTO Pro Am, a fresh and exciting new surf contest heading to Sydney’s Northern Beaches over the Anzac Day long weekend. They tell us how the event came to life, what sets it apart, and what everyone can expect from this year’s comp.

We sat down with Callum Robson just before he jetted off to Bells Beach to kick off the CT season.What stood out immediately was Cal’s passion - not just for improving himself, but for helping others do the same. By the end of the conversation, both Zac and I were seriously tempted to jump on the QS and chase a pro surfing career ourselves.Whether you’re a surfer, a parent, or just someone looking to get better at what you do, there’s something in this for you.#surfing #wsl #surfer #waves #athlete

We're back again, this time to give our predictions for the upcoming RipCurl Pro Bells Beach. We run through the conditions, the new WSL format and give our fantasy picks. #surfing #surf #surfer #wsl #bells

Strap in - this bad boy goes for three hours. We go through each surfer and assess their chances on this years CT. We select our Rookie of the year, top 5, and who will wear the crown at years end.

Side note - We accidentally corrected ourselves about half way through in saying the Rio event has changed locations. The CT is still based there, it is the challenger series that has moved.

As always, thanks for listening!

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Here's our recap of all the action from the final CS event at Merewether. We do a deep dive into the controversial calls surrounding Kade Matson and Mateus Herdy and answer your questions from the event.

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We go through all the action from last weekend's Australian Boardriders Battle (ABB) Final. Plenty of controversies and even more good surfing. We also go through the updated qualification scenarios currently unfolding at the last CS event in Merewether.

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In this weeks episode, we cover a huge week in surfing.

- The new Aussie QS graduates who will take on the Changa this year.

- Stab in the Dark X.

- A brand new changa schedule (kinda).

We finish with a deep dive into the qualification scenarios that will unfold in the upcoming Merewether CS event (and of course your questions).

In this episode, we discuss the recent developments in olympic qualification. We then recap both the Usher Cup and the Burleigh Pro which wrapped up over the last two weekends. We finish up answering a bunch of listener questions including 'Who is the worst surfer to win a CT event'?

We sat down with Connor O'leary with no agenda. Just a chat among mates that naturally ventured into some interesting topics within the surf world. We really enjoyed this one.

In this episode, we take a deep dive into the recent Pipe Challenger Series event. We highlight in particular Australia’s dominance and why Callum's win was so well put together. We also discuss some sponsorship movements and have a quick look at the rankings heading into the final event at Merewether.

We jumped into the studio to review everything that has gone down so far in the Pipe Challenger Series event. We go over all the highlights, look at what's to come and touch on the challenging conditions that are forecast over the next week. #surfing #podcast #surfer #surf #wsl #pipe #hawaii

Sit back and let us run you through a hectic week of surfing. Raglan landed its very own Championship Tour event, John Florence hung up the leash (again), and the Pipe Challenger is about to fire with solid swell on the horizon. Tune in as we break down all the news and lock in our predictions for the event.

This episode kicks off with a conversation around the recent shark attacks on Australia’s east coast and the difficult, often uncomfortable question of how they should be addressed. From there, we shift gears and break down the WSL World Junior Titles, recapping standout performances and key moments from the event in the Philippines.

For this week’s episode, we caught up with Luke Thompson, who’s currently enjoying a career-best season on the Challenger Series.

We dive into his journey growing up in Durban, the emotions behind winning his home event in Ballito, and what it was like versing (and nearly beating) Jordy Smith at J-Bay. Luke also shares insights into mindset, pressure, and what it takes to keep progressing at the highest level.

We hope you enjoy this one as much as we did

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We’re back! Welcome to the first episode of the LAGO Podcast for 2026. This week we discuss the recent sponsorship movements in detail and speculate where Medina could be heading. We also do a little preview of the upcoming WSL World Juniors event that will be taking place next week in the Philippines.

We’ve got a huge year of surfing content ahead of us! If you want to jump on the journey with us, hit follow or subscribe on your favourite podcast app so you don’t miss a thing. #surfing #surf #surfer #podcast #wsl

The dribbliest of episodes to finish off the year. We run over all the latest surfing news, listen to our first ever song written for us, and finish off with a battle of the brains featuring Harry O'Brien and Keenan Crisp. We laughed a lot in this one.

Thankyou to everyone who has tuned in this year and helped us get off the ground! 2026 will be bigger and better!

In this episode, we’re joined by former WSL World Tour surfer and current Challenger Series competitor Jackson Baker. We dive into his journey growing up as a grom who was “winning everything,” before his world was turned upside down in 2016 with the loss of his mum to breast cancer. Jacko opens up about navigating that grief, the adversity that followed, and how he fought his way to the highest level of the sport. We also chat about where he’s at right now and his push to earn a spot back on the elite stage. Strap in, this one’s a doozy!

In this episode, we talk to a man who wears many hats. WSL and skate commentator, podcaster, journalist, and former editor in chief of Transworld Surf (just to name a few). We dig into the 14 year 'party' that was Transworld surf and why it came to an end. We also dive into his current role as part of the WSL's commentary team and pick his brains on the new schedule and format for 2026.

In this episode we get right into the latest developments from the WSL World Tour. New schedule, new format, but some familiar faces re-joining the conversation. 2026 is shaping up to be a banger! 

In this episode we welcome James Wood (Woody) into the studio. A friend of ours who has seen everything in the world of surfing. After winning two World Junior Titles and venturing out onto the QS, James was unable to kick on and qualify for the tour. Instead he carved out his own pathway as a gun shaper and an elite level surf coach to the likes of Mikey McDonagh and Connor O'leary. This episode covers James' surfing career, his thoughts on the current state of surfing + we also pick his brains on board design and next years WSL world tour. #surfing #podcast #wsl #surfer #surf

In this week's episode we were lucky enough to have a chat with Jacob ‘Zeke’ Szekely and Letty Mortenson. Plenty of laughs in this one but also some gold with Zeke delving into his troubled upbringing, spending time in jail and overcoming drug and alcohol issues to have a successful surfing career. Letty talks us through his much different path and touches on his experiences filming ‘Corners Of The Earth: Kamchatka’. We think you’ll enjoy this one!

Episode 50 already! Thanks so much to everyone who continues to tune in each week - we're having a ball. In this episode we discuss the latest surf news, what's going on with Hurley's social media and give a brief wrap up of the Taiwan QS 6000 that just finished.

In this episode, we cover all the latest news in surfing. New sponsorship movements, OnlyFans supporting professional surfers and Ellie Coffey causing uproar in India. We also ponder the question; do we regard historical figures so highly that it diminishes the current state of surfing?#surfing #podcast #australia #wsl

In this week's episode, we sit down with two of the hottest young prospects in surfing who also happen to be best friends; Lennix Smith and Hughie Vaughan. Tune in and hear the lads talk about their careers, their friendship and their personal lives, leaving very few details to the imagination.

In this episode, we run through all the talking points from the Challenger Series event that just wrapped up in Brazil. Samuel Pupo and Yolanda Hopkins coming away with wins and cementing their spots on next years Championship Tour.#surfing #podcast #surfer #surf

In this episode, we recap an amazing weekend spent at Urban Surf Sydney for the annual Stab High event. It was easily the best event we've both been to and we even managed to sneak our way into the afterparty. Tune in to hear what went down. #surfing #podcast #surfer #surf #stab #air

We cover all the action from the recent challenger series event in Ericeira where Kauli Vaast and Tya Zebrowski bring home the wins for France. We then go into our preview of the upcoming challenger series event in Brazil and make our predictions. To finish we take a look at who's going to be in the Stab High event which takes place in sydney this weekend (Leak: Yago Dora and Molly Picklum will be there!).

In this episode, we discuss some recent ick's we've noticed in the surf + we talk you through our ideal Challanger Series hit list. We then recap day one of the Ericeira Challenger Series event and finish off with a call in with Caleb Tancred, fresh off his recent QS 6000 win in Japan.

In this episode, we get into all the controversies from the recent Stab 100 final in America. We then travel across the globe to Europe where we preview the upcoming WSL Challenger Series in Ericeira. #surfing #podcast #surfer #surf #wsl

We caught up with Dane Henry fresh off his world title win in El Salvador. We discuss where his surfing background, what launched him into the global surf scene and where he wants to end up. #surfing #surfer #podcast #australia #waves #surf

We have a look into the upcoming Stab High event and the list of top level athletes that will be launching themselves at Sydney's Urban Surf wavepool. We also get into our takes on the current shark situation that is currently being hotly debated across NSW. #shark #surfing #podcast

In this episode, we break down the men’s WSL Championship Tour, giving our take on each surfer’s season.

#surfing #wsl #surf

We cover all the action that unfolded during the 2025 WSL finals event at Cloudbreak, Fiji. We do a heat by heat breakdown and discuss where this years world title trophy was won and lost.#surfing #surfer #wsl #fiji #barrel #brazil #australia #worldtitle #podcast #wave

The entire 2025 WSL season comes down to this final event. The five best men and ladies from this years tour face off to see who will be the world champion. We preview the event, peek at the forecast and pick who we think will hoist the trophy. #surfing #podcast #fiji #surf #surfer #worldchampion #worldtour #wsl

We take a glance back at all the action from the recent WSL event at Teahupo'o. We talk about the amazing surfing from the ladies in their final and Jack's unstoppable run through the event.#surfing #podcast #wsl #tahiti #teahupoo #surf #surfer #worldtour

We're joined by Jai Glindeman for his first ever podcast appearance. We ask him about his early life, the trials and tribulations of being a freesurfer, and getting the wave of his life in front of Nathan Florence at bombing Cloudbreak. This was a fun one!#surfing #podcast #surfer #surf #freesurf #fiji

In this episode, we run through all the action from the opening days of competition at this year's Tahiti Pro at Teahupo'o. We discuss the standouts and disappointments on both the mens and ladies draws and give our predictions for the remainder of the event. #surfing #podcast #surfer #tahiti #wsl #surf #barrel

In this episode, we break down all the action from the US Open that just wrapped up at Huntington Beach. We then go into our preview of the upcoming WSL Tahiti Pro that takes place at the infamous reef break, Teahupo'o. Stay tuned for our fantasy team selections at the end!#surfing #surf #podcast #tahiti #teahupoo #chopes #wsl

You asked, we delivered. The much anticipated return of Connor O'leary to the show was a banger. He talks all things buzzer beaters, 10 point rides and winning the WSL J-Bay Open doing the best backhand surfing anyones ever done. #surfing #podcast #surf #wsl #surfer #japan #australia

In this episode, we sit down with Caleb Tancred for a chat about where he's been the last few years and where he's headed. Once, a prodigy of Australian surfing, Caleb took a break during his late teens and pursued a degree in architecture. Now fully qualified and working a full time job, he's having a second run at his childhood dream. #surfing #podcast #surfer #professional #lago

In this episode, we re-live the week that was. We recap all the action that unfolded during finals day at the 2025 J-Bay Open where a dear friend of ours achieves his life-long dream. We then look over the rankings situation and make a few predictions for the upcoming US Open at Huntington Beach. #surfing #podcast #surfer #surf #jbay #wsl #win #connoroleary

In this episode, we go over all the action that has unfolded so far in the 2025 J-Bay Open and predict what will unfold when the quarter finals hit the water. #surfing #surf #podcast #wsl #southafrica #jbay #surfer #athlete

In this episode, we catch up with Vans athlete Tosh Tudor. We discuss growing up as the son of a multiple world champion, paving his own path and establishing his place in the lineup at Pipe. #surfing #surf #podcast #surfer #vans #barrel

In this episode we wrap up all the action from the recent Ballito Pro. We then preview the upcoming WSL J-Bay Open and go through our fantasy selections. #surfing #podcast #surf #wsl #surfer

In this episode, we get all the inside gossip from the recent Australasian QS leg in Indonesia. Lennix Smith runs us through 'that semi final' and gives his side of events on what really occurred. We then go into a quick wrap up of the WSL Vivo Rio Pro that just went down. #sufing #surf #wsl #podcast #surfer #indonesia #barrel

In this episode we discuss the breakthrough in aerial surfing that happened during the Swatch Nines event. We also cover the Indonesian dream tour and gloss over the opening day of competition at the Vivo Rio Pro. #surfing #podcast #surf #wsl #barrel #air #tonyhawk

In this episode, we run through the recent WSL event at Lower Trestles won by Yago Dora and Betty-Lou Sakura Johnson. We break down all the highlight moments and discuss the Filipe Toledo and Griffin Colapinto heat in detail. We then go into our Rio Pro predictions and fantasy team selections. #podcast #surfing #wsl #surfer #brazil #brasil #america #trestles #surf #contest #wsl #fantasysurfer

In this episode, we review the recent Newcastle Surfest Challenger Series event and pick out our top performers of the competition. We then touch on a few controversial decisions that occurred throughout the event. Finally we wrap up the first day action from the Lexus Trestles Pro. #surfing #podcast #surf #trestles #newcastle #surfer #professional #wsl

In this episode, we are joined by world tour surfer and Olympian Connor O'leary. We discuss all things life on tour, what it's like to lose sponsors, and changing his allegiance to represent Japan in the recent 2024 Olympics. #surfing #wsl #podcast #surf #surfer #japan #australia #olympics

In this episode, we review day one of the Surfest challenger series event in Newcastle. We then go through our picks for the Lexus Trestles Pro & select our fantasy teams for the event.#surfing #surf #wsl #unitedstates #trestles #podcast #surfer

In this episode, we recap the recent Stab High and Margaret River Pro events. We also look into who got cut heading into the back section of the year. #surfing #wsl #surf #podcast #australia #lowers #unitedstates

We catch you up on all the action that's unfolded at the Margaret River Pro.

In this episode, the lads discuss the final days of the Burleigh Gold Coast Pro, including 'that final'. They weigh in on who they thought was the rightful winner and break down the controversial scoring from the event. They then rip straight into their preview and fantasy teams for the upcoming Margaret River Pro. #surfing #podcast #sport

In this episode, we dive deep into the new look WSL world tour for 2026 and give our thoughts on how we think it will go. We also drop our surfer of the week and give a brief recount of the first rounds of the Gold Coast Pro at Burleigh. #surfing #podcast #wsl #worldtour #surf #goldcoast

In this episode, we break down all the action from Bells Beach — the big performances, the upsets, and what it all means for the rankings. We also catch up with wildcard Xavier Huxtable after taking down world #1 Italo Ferreira. Then, we shift over to previewing the Gold Coast Pro, sharing our top picks, dark horses, and who we’re locking into our fantasy surf teams.

In this episode, we break down all the action from the opening rounds of the Bells Beach WSL event – standout performances, injuries, and who's looking sharp heading into the next round. We also catch up with Max McGuigan and Oscar Berry, fresh off a solid run of swell. The boys share some insights on a crazy few days that just went down at 'Ours'.

In this episode, the lads dive into all the action from the recent El Salvador WSL event. We break down the top performers, surprise eliminations, and how our fantasy teams held up. We also preview the upcoming Ripcurl Pro Bells Beach and pick our winners, dark horses, and fantasy teams for the event. #surf #surfing #wsl #fantasysurfer #podcast #australia

A quiet week from El Salvador resulted in the lads getting really dribbly and covering topics from the week that was. As well as the normal surfing chat, they also discuss the recent developments in an ongoing court case, Fisher building his empire on the Gold Coast, and the de-extinction of dire wolves.

In this episode, we sit down with professional surfer Mikey McDonagh to dive into the highs and lows of his 2024 season. Mikey shares his experience of winning a major event and the excitement that comes with a victory, but also opens up about the reality of not qualifying for the world tour. We explore the mental and emotional journey behind the victories, the setbacks, and what keeps him pushing forward in the competitive world of surfing. Tune in for a candid conversation about triumphs, challenges, and everything in between!#surfing #Snapperrocks #athlete #goldcoast

In this episode, we dive into the action-packed Rip Curl Pro Portugal, breaking down all the standout performances. We analyse the highs and lows, from the high scores to surprise upsets, and wrap up our Fantasy Surf picks from the event. We’re also looking ahead to the next stop on the tour: the Surf City El Salvador Pro! Join us as we preview the event, discuss the conditions we’re expecting, and build our Fantasy Surf teams for this upcoming competition. Don’t miss our picks, predictions, and insights as we gear up for another exciting world tour stop. #surfing #podcast #wsl #filipe #johnjohn #medina

In this episode, we sit down with Lennix Smith, one of the top rising stars in the surfing world and the current World Junior #3. Lennix takes us through his journey from the early days of catching waves to the best moment of his life. He shares insights into the world of competitive surfing and his wave at Teahupo'o which broke the internet in 2023.

In this episode the lads preview the highly anticipated World Surf League (WSL) event in Peniche, Portugal! Join us as we break down the event, share our picks and dark-horses and unveil our fantasy teams.

In this episode the lads discuss the highs and lows of the cyclone Alfred swell. Then, the conversation shifts to the realities of making it to the Dream Tour. They dive deep into the costs of qualifying—everything from travel and training to gear and sponsorship—and reflect on what it really takes to go from local legend to global contender. #surfing #podcast #kirra #wsl #thelagopodcast #lateafternoonglassoff

In this episode, the lads delve into localism on Australia's east coast and discuss how much localism is too much. They also discuss where to find empty waves in 2025 and how to leverage this into a career.

In this episode of The LAGO Podcast, the lads break down all the action from the Abu Dhabi Pro WSL event. They dissect the winners, losers, and all the dramas that unfolded throughout the competition, analysing the standout performances and surprising upsets. Plus, they dive into the heated battle on the Fantasy Surfer leaderboard and give you the latest updates on who's leading the charge and who's slipping down the ranks. #surfing #podcast

In this episode the lads review the second WSL event of the 2025 season in the Abu Dhabi wave-pool. They go through their selections for the event winner and dark horse and finish with a run down of who's in their fantasy teams and why they were selected. Follow us on Instagram @thelagopodcast and subscribe to our YouTube channel 'The Lago Podcast'.

Join us for a recap of the 2025 Lexus Pipe Pro. We dive into the standout moments from the event; shark skin on surfboards, who surprised and who disappointed, and did the right surfer win? Whether you missed the event or want to relive the best moments, tune in to hear our thoughts.

In this episode, we dive into why so many surfers are also obsessed with golf, before getting into the key differences between free surfers and competition surfers. What drives these two worlds, and how do they shape the future of the sport? We also take a look at how surfers can actually make a living in 2025 - hint: it’s not just about contest wins. Grab your board (and maybe a golf club) and join us for some surf talk!

In this episode, the lads discuss the winners and losers from the WSL awards night. They give their pipe favourites and dark horses and consider the future of big wave and aerial surfing in expanding the sport. The episode concludes with a discussion on the potential impact of Natural Selection -arguably the biggest challenge the WSL has faced to date.

In this episode, the lads continue their in-depth analysis of the tour qualifiers and offer insights and predictions for their top 5 contenders who will be heading into the WSL Finals. They also select their teams for the iconic Pipe Pro. To wrap up the show, they are joined by Lennix Smith, who shares his experience after securing 3rd place at the World Junior Surfing Titles.

In their first ever episode, the lads analyse the 2025 World Surf League (WSL) season, offering insights into the upcoming tour locations and what they mean for the competitors. They also take a close look at the highly anticipated rookie class of 2025, breaking down the key players poised to make their mark on the world stage.