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

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.

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

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.

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 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 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 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 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 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