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The LAGO Podcast

The Lago Podcast
Surfing
World Surf League
Challenger Series
WSL
Bells Beach
Snapper Rocks
Competitive Surfing
2025 WSL Finals
Pipeline
Stab High
Australia
Yago Dora
El Salvador Pro
Connor O'leary
Social Media
2026 WSL World Tour
Ryan Crosby
Cloudbreak
Australian Surfing
Mental Health

• The Late Afternoon Glass Off • 🎙️Honest Surf Talk🎙️ @zacwightman_ @finley.j_ New episodes every Wednesday ⬇️ Thanks to our sponsors: - Made By Plasma - Yullis Brews - Childe Eyewear Support the brands that support LAGO!

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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.

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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.

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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 fu... more

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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.I... more

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Recent Guests

Soli Bailey
Professional surfer and free surfer
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Episode: SOLI BAILEY Almost Never Surfed Again!!
Vaughan Blakey
Avid surfer, commentator, and media figure
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Episode: VAUGHAN BLAKEY 'S OBSESSION WITH SURFING
Cooper Chapman
Surfer, author, and founder of The Good Human Factory
The Good Human Factory
Episode: The Rise, Fall & Rise Again of COOPER CHAPMAN
Matty Scorringe
Guest, local expert, and Raglan insider providing on-ground insights
Episode: RAGLAN CT REVIEW | FT. MATTY SCORRINGE
Brad Dougherty
Former head of global sports marketing for Volcom surf, later involved in athlete management and brand strategy
Volcom
Episode: Bemmy & Brad Dougherty | How Volcom Changed Surf Culture Forever
Matt Bemrose
Co-host and former Volcom team manager/marketing executive, involved in athlete development and event strategy
Volcom
Episode: Bemmy & Brad Dougherty | How Volcom Changed Surf Culture Forever
Matt Scorringe
Guest analyst, coach, and pro surfer
Scorringe / Gabby Bryan camp
Episode: 2026 RAGLAN CT PREVIEW | FANTASY PICKS
Callum Robson
Professional surfer
Professional surfing circuit (World Tour/Challenger Series)
Episode: CALLUM ROBSON: THIS IS JUST THE BEGINNING
Luke Thompson
Professional surfer currently ranked third on the Challenger Series.
Episode: LUKE THOMPSON: SHORT-TERM “NOs”!

Hosts

Finlay
Host of the show; provides analysis and commentary; frequent presence across episodes with a casual, banter-driven style.
Zach
Co-host; provides insights and reactions; engages in competitive-analysis banter and guest interactions.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 160 ratings
  • Best pod ever

    I’ve listened to every episode and every one just seems to get better and better and I look forward to more episodes

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mtt cropuuncjfmdfem
    Australiaa month ago
  • Best surfing pod out there

    Been listening since it started and look forward to every new ep. The Rusty boys interview was mental.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Chase_waves
    Australia7 months ago
  • Lords!!!!

    Bunch of champs, insightful inside knowledge of the surfing ecosystem. If you can handle a bit of gutter humour the shows are filled with all sorts of knowledge and the odd belly chuckle…

    From 15-85 if you’re into surfing you’re gunna love em!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    www.reclaim.surf
    Australiaa year ago

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A tight-knit crew with deep surfing knowledge and sharp takes.
Humor blends with insightful, insider-level discussion.
Guest stars and banter feel authentic and engaging for fans.

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Apple Podcasts
#169
Australia/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#196
New Zealand/Sports

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The Rise, Fall & Rise Again of COOPER CHAPMAN
Q: What point did you go, fuck, it's just not working?
Cooper describes the moment when sponsorships, financial strain, and the realization that pro surfing might not be forever pushed him to rethink his path and start building The Good Human Factory as a sustainable, values-driven venture.
Bemmy & Brad Dougherty | How Volcom Changed Surf Culture Forever
Q: How did Volcom manage to grow its surf program in the early 2000s while keeping it authentic?
By aligning leadership with the athletes, investing in events and content, and maintaining a strong, hands-on approach to team management, while balancing internal responsibilities with the needs of the riders and the brand.
CALLUM ROBSON: THIS IS JUST THE BEGINNING
Q: What sparked the change in Callum's approach to training and competition?
Callum attributes his shift to a combination of obsessive learning, openness to mentorship, and a willingness to back his own process rather than chase headlines, which allowed him to adapt to different venues and pressure.
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Q: What part outside of surfing helped you most in becoming a better competitor?
Working at the surf school made me realize that I want to become a professional surfer because I don't want to do this forever, compelling me to focus more on my career.
#56 - Are You Smarter Than A QS Surfer? + LAGO Song
Q: What planet is known as the red planet?
Mars is known as the red planet.

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2. Vaughan Blakey
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5. Brad Dougherty
6. Matt Bemrose
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8. Callum Robson

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