The LAGO Podcast

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.