The LAGO Podcast
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- Nov 10, 2026
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• The Late Afternoon Glass Off • "Honest Surf Talk" A podcast for surfers, produced by surfers — we talk surfing, test surfboards and equipment, chase waves and document our travels. @zacwightman_ @finley.j_ New episodes every Wednesday ⬇️ Thanks to our sponsors: - madebyplasma - Yullis Brews - Childe Sunglasses - For 15% off your order CLICK HERE: https://childe.co/LAGO Support the brands that support LAGO!
Episodes 110
WILL THIS BE THE BEST STAB HIGH YET? | Taiwan IQS Preview
BIG NEWS! The LAGO Podcast has officially partnered with the legends at Motorino!These guys have supported the pod from the early days, and we're absolutely stoked to be taking things to the next level and …
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BIG NEWS! The LAGO Podcast has officially partnered with the legends at Motorino!
These guys have supported the pod from the early days, and we're absolutely stoked to be taking things to the next level and working more closely together moving forward.
On this week's episode, we break down who's heading to Taiwan, who desperately needs a result and why this event is no ordinary QS. We then turn our attention to STAB High China, discussing who we think will take it out and what it'll take to come away with the win.
To wrap things up, we run through the Fantasy results from the Philippines Pro and take a look at who's sitting in the hot seat to claim the Major League prize – 9 nights at Macaronis Surf Resort!
As always, thanks for tuning in and supporting the pod. We appreciate every single one of you!
One more thing... Leave a comment below with what you think Zac should say on the WSL Broadcast. 😂
WAS CLOUD 9 THE BEST EVENT OF THE YEAR? | Live WSL Final Reaction
We watched the Finals of the Philippines Pro while recording this one, and we give you our LIVE reactions to what unfolded in the final — no cuts, no edits, just raw reactions as it all went down.Was this the …
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We watched the Finals of the Philippines Pro while recording this one, and we give you our LIVE reactions to what unfolded in the final — no cuts, no edits, just raw reactions as it all went down.
Was this the best event to watch all year? We own what we got wrong, and give ourselves a bit of a pat on the back for the calls we actually nailed. We break down how Gabriel Medina took the win, why Caity Simmers is officially the queen of Cloud 9, and what made this event such a spectacle.
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WHO’S WINNING CLOUD 9? | WSL Phillipines Pro Preview
This week on The LAGO Podcast, we’re breaking down the Philippines Pro and giving our picks for who we think will take the win. We also bring in our very own LAGO Intern, Scrap (Harry O’Brien), to share some …
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This week on The LAGO Podcast, we’re breaking down the Philippines Pro and giving our picks for who we think will take the win. We also bring in our very own LAGO Intern, Scrap (Harry O’Brien), to share some firsthand experience surfing Cloud 9.
On paper, Cloud 9 looks like the perfect wave, but having surfed it ourselves, we know there are some hidden challenges that make it a lot harder than it looks. We share a few stories from our QS campaigns out there and discuss why the wildcards could cause some serious havoc for the regular tour surfers.
We also give a mate a call to chat all things STAB HIGH before finishing up, as always, by answering your questions.
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Who do you think will win the Philippines Pro?
DOES SURFING HAVE A JUDGING PROBLEM? | WSL Peniche Pro Review
DOES THE WSL HAVE A JUDGING ISSUE? | RIP CURL PRO PORTUGAL RECAP Have the judges got it wrong, or are we surf fans just a little too passionate? 👀This week on The LAGO Podcast, we kicked things off by diving …
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DOES THE WSL HAVE A JUDGING ISSUE? | RIP CURL PRO PORTUGAL RECAP
Have the judges got it wrong, or are we surf fans just a little too passionate? 👀
This week on The LAGO Podcast, we kicked things off by diving into some of the WSL scores that had everyone talking. We unpack the controversial calls, debate whether there's a judging issue, and get into the rivalries between nations that make professional surfing so entertaining. Sometimes we might get a little too carried away… but that's half the fun, right?
Then we break down everything that went down at the Rip Curl Pro Portugal in Peniche - the standout performances, the big talking points, and everything else that caught our attention.
As always, we get brutally honest about what we got right, what we got wrong, and what we learned from the latest event.
And to finish, we dive into the LAGO Fantasy League to see who came out on top and who's got some serious work to do before the next event. 🏆
Drop your thoughts in the comments…do the WSL have a judging issue, or are we all just a bit biased?
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00:00 Beagle TV Update — Blow Ups in Indo
09:00 Does the WSL Have a Judging Problem?
29:30 Breaking Down the Rip Curl Pro Portugal
35:00 Why Griffin Colapinto Dominates Portugal
40:00 Women’s Event Recap & Standout Performances
47:45 Fantasy Surfing — Who Won?
52:00 LAGO Fantasy League Winner & Prizes
59:00 Listener QuestionsHOW OSCAR BERRY BROKE THE CURSE | 2026 Season Debrief
This week, we sat down with Oscar Berry to unpack the highs, lows and realities of surfing on the world tour. Oscar opens up about managing expectations, dealing with tough losses and navigating life on the …
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This week, we sat down with Oscar Berry to unpack the highs, lows and realities of surfing on the world tour. Oscar opens up about managing expectations, dealing with tough losses and navigating life on the road when things don’t always go your way.
We get into how he stays positive when everything feels stacked against him, the mental challenges that come with competing at the highest level, and the lessons he’s taken away from his first year on tour.
To wrap things up, Oscar shares what he’s learned, what he’d do differently, and what it’s going to take to earn his way back onto tour next year.
It was truly special to sit down and chat with such a humble and honest bloke. We hope you enjoy this yarn as much as we did!
WHO'S WINNING PORTUGAL? | Peniche CT Preview + Ericeira CS Review
Who’s Winning in Portugal? | Peniche PreviewWe’re breaking down everything that went down at the recent Challenger Series event in Ericeira, Portugal. A few underground lads rose to the top, but once again, the …
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Who’s Winning in Portugal? | Peniche Preview
We’re breaking down everything that went down at the recent Challenger Series event in Ericeira, Portugal.
A few underground lads rose to the top, but once again, the CT surfers showed why they’re on tour, causing absolute havoc for the new recruits coming through.
We chat about who’s already punched their ticket to the 2027 CT, who’s looking good to make the jump, and who might be starting to sweat as the qualifying race heats up.
From there, we turn our attention to the upcoming Rip Curl MEO Pro in Peniche. We dive into the forecast, make our predictions and put our reputations on the line with who we think is going to get the job done.
We compare fantasy teams, debate who’s beating who, and finish things off by answering your listener questions.
As always, thanks heaps for tuning in and supporting what we’re building with LAGO. We appreciate every listen, comment, share and bit of support from the LAGO community. It doesn’t go unnoticed.
IS THE SURF INDUSTRY IN CRISIS + WHAT IS CORE SURF?
Is the Surf Industry Actually Dying?In this episode, we sit down with industry experts Sam Griffiths and Lincoln Eather to take a deep dive into what’s really happening behind the scenes of the surf …
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Is the Surf Industry Actually Dying?
In this episode, we sit down with industry experts Sam Griffiths and Lincoln Eather to take a deep dive into what’s really happening behind the scenes of the surf industry.
From the current state of legacy brands, the impact of private equity and licensing, and whether brands like Quiksilver, Billabong and Rip Curl are still relevant, to the changing relationship between surfers, brands and consumers.
We get into the stuff that usually stays behind closed doors.
We talk about what it actually means to be a “Core Surfer”, whether social media has helped or hurt surfing, the rise of surf influencers, the importance of product vs marketing, the return
of Y2K and heritage collections, and why Rip Curl’s Archive Collection has been such a success.
We also unpack how ABG and Boardriders operate, why Brazil is such a difficult market for surf brands, where the money has gone for professional surfers, and whether the industry needs to grow at all.
This is a rare and honest look at where surfing and the surf industry sits right now and what’s working, what’s changing, and where it could go next.
As always - Thank you for tuning in! Drop a comment below about your thoughts on the industry?
ETHAN EWING'S NEW BOARD'S + BRAZIL CHALLENGER SERIES WRAP
On this Ep, we kick things off with something we definitely didn’t see coming… Ethan Ewingriding asymmetrical boards shaped by Ryan Burch. What is going on there?! Is this thecombo we didn't know we needed? We …
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On this Ep, we kick things off with something we definitely didn’t see coming… Ethan Ewing
riding asymmetrical boards shaped by Ryan Burch. What is going on there?! Is this the
combo we didn't know we needed? We also spill the beans that we too have some asym’s coming and whether we will convert…
Then we dive headfirst into all things Challenger Series Brazil. Who stepped up when it mattered, who surprised us, and which surfers shockingly fell short? With CT-level talent filling the draw, the battle for those all-important Challenger points is heating up - and if you didn’t know who Ryan Kainalo was before this event, you definitely do now.
We break down the standout performances, the biggest disappointments and everything else that caught our attention from Brazil.
We give you a little teaser for a massive episode dropping Wednesday, where we ask the big question: IS THE SURF INDUSTRY DEAD? Ft Sam Griffiths & Lincon Eather. You won’t want to miss this one.
Honest surf talk, as always.
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DID THE CHALLENGER SERIES JUST GET HARDER?
In this EP, we allow our intern Harry O’Brien, who you might recognise from our Central America vlogs, to the studio for a deep dive into everything happening in the world of competitive surfing.With the …
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In this EP, we allow our intern Harry O’Brien, who you might recognise from our Central America vlogs, to the studio for a deep dive into everything happening in the world of competitive surfing.
With the Challenger Series kicking off in Brazil, we break down who we think has what it takes to win, we question the Aussie-on-Aussie friendly fire in the heat draw, and the big question: should CT surfers be competing in Challenger Series events and taking crucial points away from the guys and girls fighting to qualify?
We then dissect the controversial Natural Selection event. Was it a groundbreaking success or did they completely miss the mark? We get into the format, the location, the hype and whether the event actually delivered.
And finally, we talk about Quikfest - A stacked field of surf legends and current stars going head-to-head. Who came out on top and who consumed the most beers.
As always - Thank you for tuning in! Means the world <3
TRESTLES PRO RECAP | AUSTRALIA'S NEWEST WORLD CHAMPS!
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Now, onto the Trestles Pro...
This week on LAGO, we break down one of the biggest talking points of the event: WHO GETS THE CUT? We look at who’s safe, who’s on the chopping block, and which surfers won’t be making the next two events.
We dive into Erin Brooks’ incredible three-peat, chat about how Miggy Pupo just keeps getting better with age, and unpack some of the biggest performances and storylines to come out of Trestles.
Then it’s time for the LAGO Fantasy League. We check the scores, see who came out on top, and find out who’s making moves as the season heads towards the business end.
To finish things off, we chat with two of the future champions of the sport Loci Cullen and Leihani Zoric, fresh off their wins at the recent ISA World Junior Championships.
Two names you’re going to be hearing a LOT more about.
As always, thanks for listening and supporting LAGO.
00:00 – Thank You for 100 Eps!
06:20 – The Trestles Pro & Who Gets the Cut?
12:30 – Who Won’t Be at the Next Two Events?
25:00 – Erin Brooks’ Three-Peat
29:20 – Miggy Pupo Just Keeps Getting Better
40:00 – Breaking Down the Trestles Results
45:50 – LAGO Fantasy League: Who Came Out on Top?
01:03:30 – Listener Questions
01:10:50 – Loci Cullen & Leihani Zoric: Future World Champs
01:32:00 – ISA World Junior Champs & What’s NextSAM MCINTOSH | STAB MAG FOUNDER
For our 100th episode, we sit down with one of the most influential people in modern surf media... Sam McIntosh, the man behind STAB Magazine.From growing up surfing in Casino and Yamba, to working at Waves …
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For our 100th episode, we sit down with one of the most influential people in modern surf media... Sam McIntosh, the man behind STAB Magazine.From growing up surfing in Casino and Yamba, to working at Waves, writing a book with Taj Burrow and eventually building STAB into one of the biggest names in surfing media, Sam's story is truly inspiring.In this episode, Sam takes us behind the scenes of STAB, how it started, the early financial risks, the relationship with Taj Burrow, the iconic Taj helicopter shoot, and the lessons he learned building a global surf media business from the ground up.We also get into STAB's approach to storytelling, working with professional surfers, dealing with criticism, why Sam believes media companies ultimately work for their audience, and how STAB continues to evolve in the age of Instagram, TikTok and digital media.Sam also opens up about his lack of personal social media, the impact of comparison on surfers, imposter syndrome, his love of big-wave surfing, and some of the biggest projects STAB has produced, including STAB in the Dark and working with Kelly Slater and Ethan Ewing.Thanks for watching and supporting The LAGO Podcast! And thank you for helping us reach 100 episodes.
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TRESTLES PRO PREVIEW + DAKODA WALTERS WINS STAB 100
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 …
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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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WHO'S QUALIFYING FOR THE 'MINI-CUT'?
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 …
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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.
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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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FIJI PRO REVIEW | ERIN BROOKS IS QUEEN OF THE PACIFIC
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 …
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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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SHELDON SIMKUS | LIFE AFTER THE QUEY
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 …
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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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THE SURFING SUPER LEAGUE EXPLAINED | OWEN WRIGHT + CHRIS MATER
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 …
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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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FIJI PRO FANTASY PICKS + SURFING SUPER LEAGUE?
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 …
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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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WE MESSED UP | TAHITI REVIEW + FIJI PREVIEW
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 …
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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 PreviewSHUT UP RONNY! | TEAHUPO'O SHOWS ITS TEETH
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 …
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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!!
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TAHITI PRO PREVIEW + US OPEN RECAP FROM LAPOINT
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 …
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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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12 HOURS TO THE COSTA RICA BORDER… WHAT HAPPENED?!
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 …
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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.
Thinking about a surf trip to Costa Rica?
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PREVIEWING THE US OPEN FROM NICARAGUA | LAPOINT
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 …
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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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AIRPORT CHAOS IN CENTRAL AMERICA
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 …
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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 fees by 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.
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SLATER SAYS STOP! + BALLITO CATCH-UP
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 …
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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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2026 WSL CHALLENGER SERIES PREVIEW | AUSSIE EDITION
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 …
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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 Almost Never Surfed Again!!
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 …
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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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DOES THE WSL HAVE A RIO PROBLEM?
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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.
VAUGHAN BLAKEY 'S OBSESSION WITH SURFING
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 …
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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
THE CLAIM THAT STOPPED THE NATION | BRAZIL FANTASY PICKS!
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 …
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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.
#surfing #surf #wsl #wave #surfer
(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
THE GREAT FANTASY MELTDOWN | EL SALVADOR PRO
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 …
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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
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