The LAGO Podcast

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 #lateafte...

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...

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 jo...

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.