Best Munich Re Podcasts (2024)

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Munich Re’s Blanco: Return to Office Policies Spell Risk for Employers 7:10

3h ago7:10

7:10

Marcia Blanco, head of financial lines, Munich Re Specialty North America, explains how after years of working from home due to a pandemic, employers are mandating that employees return to the office, leading to a host of workplace risks.By AM Best Company

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J.D. Power: Consumers Shopping for Auto Insurance in Record Numbers 8:30

1h ago8:30

8:30

Stephen Crewdson, senior director, insurance business development at J.D. Power discusses the latest report that shows the highest quarterly shopping/quote rate for private passenger auto insurance since the company’s loyalty indicator shopping trends (LIST) has been published.By AM Best Company

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AM Best’s Briefing – Captives: Solid Performance and Innovation Continues 56:09

4h ago56:09

56:09

AM Best's analytical captive team and industry experts discuss the recent performance of the captive sector and other alternative risk transfer (ART) instruments.By AM Best Company

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Verisk’s Shavel: Greater Need for Data Integration 10:58

3h ago10:58

10:58

Lee Shavel, president and CEO, Verisk Analytics explains how there is a need in the insurance industry to accelerate and expand both the data and insights that data generates.By AM Best Company

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Conning's Kothavale: M&A Activity in MGA Sector Poised for Rebound 12:35

3h ago12:35

12:35

Lauryn Kothavale, vice president, insurance research, Conning, said growth in the MGA market is driven by talent, technology and specialization. Fronting companies play an increasing role, while Lloyd's remains the top capacity provider.By AM Best Company

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IMCA and AM Best Marketing Leader Lunch: How AI Is Revolutionizing Insurance Marketing 50:40

5h ago50:40

50:40

Industry experts discuss insurance marketers’ use of artificial intelligence in their jobs and organizations, where AI fits into marketing workflows and how the various platforms meet insurance marketers’ needs.By AM Best Company

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Nobel Laureate Steven Chu on Nuclear Energy, Green Startups, and Solar Innovation – The Future of Renewable Energy 30:45

1d ago30:45

30:45

In this must-listen episode of Startuprad.io, we bring you an insightful conversation with Nobel Laureate and former U.S. Secretary of Energy, Professor Steven Chu. As a leading authority in renewable energy, nuclear power, and innovative startups, Chu shares his expert insights on the challenges and opportunities in the evolving energy landscape. …

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AM Best: Asset Manager Relationships Lead Insurers' Shift to Private Credit 4:35

3h ago4:35

4:35

AM Best Associate Director Jason Hopper outlines a new Best's Special Report that finds holdings of private structured securities (non-MBS) have nearly quadrupled since 2013.By AM Best Company

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Flow Specialty: Crowdstrike Incident Not Expected to Impact Cyber Market 9:58

7d ago9:58

9:58

Discussing the recent Crowdstrike cyber incident, David Derigiotis, president of brokerage and head of insurance at Flow Specialty, said “carriers are willing to stomach a true system failure and not an actual malicious attack … intended to cause harm.”By AM Best Company

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Retirement Risk Experts: How Annuities Can Be Part of a Successful Retirement 37:35

3d ago37:35

37:35

Jeff Dellinger, the author of The Handbook of Variable Income Annuities, and Bruno Caron, a financial and actuarial professional, discuss the guaranteed lifetime withdrawal benefit and other life insurance options with a financially successful retirement in mind.By AM Best Company

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VIU by HUB’s Davis: Embedded Insurance Revolutionizing Distribution 31:20

3h ago31:20

31:20

Bryan Davis, president, VIU by HUB, discusses how embedded insurance opens up new distribution channels and broadens market reach, tapping into customer bases that might not actively seek out insurance.By AM Best Company

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Verisk’s Archaya: Models Aiding in Crop Insurance Risk 10:22

10d ago10:22

10:22

Subodh Archaya senior scientist at Extreme Event Solutions for Verisk says growing conditions have been favorable for US farmers thus far in 2024 spelling good news for consumers as well as crop insurers and reinsurers.By AM Best Company

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Biotech Insights: MIT’s Robert Langer on Startups & mRNA Innovation 16:36

9d ago16:36

16:36

In this episode of Startuprad.io, host Joe Menninger sits down with Professor Robert S. Langer, a renowned biotechnologist from MIT. Professor Langer, co-founder of Moderna and holder of over 1,400 patents, shares his expertise on biotech startups, innovation, and the future of mRNA technology. Explore the critical differences between biotech secto…

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AM Best: US Crop Insurance Struggles Continue Due to Drought, Commodity Price Volatility 5:46

10d ago5:46

5:46

AM Best Associate Director Connor Brach outlines a new Best's Market Segment Report that finds consolidation continues as companies seek to improve underwriting results through scale and geographic diversification.By AM Best Company

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TMG’s Fleming: Mutuals Face Multiple Challenges 11:19

6h ago11:19

11:19

Tim Fleming, CEO of The Mutual Group, discusses issues facing mutual insurers and how technology platforms are helping to level the playing field for smaller companies to become more competitive.By AM Best Company

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We're back! Chinese car invasion, Gordie's new Genesis and Thailand antics 37:48

12h ago37:48

37:48

Sorry about the long break! Gordie has finally started returning Paul's phone calls after the 'incident'. On this show we talk about the huge invasion of Chinese cars coming to Australia and what you can expect, Gordie tries to sell his Outback and is shocked by the value and we also talk about the raft of cars you'll find in Thailand that you don'…

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Boxx’s Itriago: Small Businesses in the Crosshairs of Growing Cybercrime 20:54

1d ago20:54

20:54

Boxx Insurance USA President Hilario Itriago discusses the need for robust cybersecurity measures and cyber insurance to protect small and midsize businesses from financial and reputational damage.By AM Best Company

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Alliant’s Finz: Growing Threats Spur Need for Robust Security Strategies, Insurance 15:38

13d ago15:38

15:38

In his book, The Cyber Insurance Imperative, David Finz, first vicepresident, Alliant Insurance Services, discusses the evolving cyber-threat environment and the need for risk transfer solutions to manage organizations’ financial and reputational impact of those incidents.By AM Best Company

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Swiss Re: Convective Storms Leading to More Losses 7:55

21d ago7:55

7:55

Elizabeth Victor, senior natural catastrophe specialist for Swiss Re discusses the increase in convective storms and so called nonpeak perils and the impact it’s having on the insurance industry.By AM Best Company

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ITPS107 OGAZÓN 1:08:54

14d ago1:08:54

1:08:54

Nathalie aka Ogazón is a Berlin-based DJ who captivates audiences with her charismatic, purist approach to House and Techno, harking back to the roots of the genres. Armed with an impressive vinyl collection and a passion for creating immersive musical experiences, Ogazón has quietly gained respect in the electronic music scene. Enjoy!…

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AM Best’s Briefing: Cyber Insurance Market – Providing Dynamic Solutions for a Fast-Paced Risk 1:02:16

21d ago1:02:16

1:02:16

Please join senior AM Best research staff and industry experts as they delve into the current state of the cyber insurance industry.By AM Best Company

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LIMRA’s Benson-Bray: Benefits Packages to Grow as Companies Compete for Talent 12:11

8d ago12:11

12:11

Kellie Benson-Bray, member relations director of workplace benefits, LIMRA, discussed how U.S. workplace benefits sales results were mixed in 2024’s first quarter, and how demand for broader benefits packages are expected to grow in the next several years.By AM Best Company

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Podcast Covers London Insurance Market 8:24

18d ago8:24

8:24

Behind the headlines, a podcast hosted by Insurance Insider senior reporter Sam Casey, covers events shaping the London insurance and reinsurance markets, from cat events to disasters such as the Baltimore Key Bridge collapse and the lingering impacts of a pandemic.By AM Best Company

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AICPA Issues New Guidance 7:07

23d ago7:07

7:07

Darcie Truttmann, Senior Consulting Actuary for Pinnacle Actuarial Resources, said that new guidance from the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants could impact the working relationship between actuaries and auditors.By AM Best Company

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Nationwide’s Talkowski: Distracted Driving on the Rise in Commercial Vehicles 11:07

12d ago11:07

11:07

Kristina Talkowski, Nationwide’s leader of middle market commercial lines, discusses a new study that shows company drivers are facing increased distractions and safety risks on the road.By AM Best Company

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TransUnion’s Deal: Report Finds Auto Insurance Shopping Increased in 1Q 8:08

1M ago8:08

8:08

Stothard Deal, vice president, strategic planning, TransUnion insurance business, discusses a recent report that shows U.S. consumers who shopped for auto insurance increased by 6% in the first quarter, year-to-year.By AM Best Company

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Lockton’s Moitoso: Intensified Competition Stabilizes US Commercial Insurance Market 15:00

15d ago15:00

15:00

Mark Moitoso, executive vice president, risk practices leader, Lockton Cos., discusses how increased competition and the current economic and geopolitical climate are impacting the U.S. commercial insurance market.By AM Best Company

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KWh Analytics’ Kaminsky: Solar Industry's Surge in 2023 Highlights Need for Improved Data, Risk Strategies 17:00

1M ago17:00

17:00

KWh Analytics CEO Jason Kaminsky said the solar industry’s ongoing expansion, supported by the Inflation Reduction Act and the growing need for clean energy, emphasizes the necessity for detailed data, asset protection and collaboration among industry leaders.By AM Best Company

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Conning's Sega: Portfolio Managers Brace for Geopolitical Risk 7:06

22d ago7:06

7:06

Rich Sega, global chief investment strategist for Conning, examines the numerous geopolitical risks around the globe and opines on how insurance asset managers should react.By AM Best Company

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AM Best: US D&O Pricing Softens as Premiums Continue to Decline 11:25

20d ago11:25

11:25

AM Best Associate Director David Blades and Senior Industry Analyst Christopher Graham discuss a new Best's Special Report that finds significant uncertainty remains about claims still open from accident years 2017-2020 and their impact on future profitability.By AM Best Company

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Travelers' Strydom: Prepare for Hurricanes Before They Arrive 11:19

21d ago11:19

11:19

Will Strydom, senior account engineer with Travelers Insurance, national property unit, discusses prepatory steps businesses can take pre-hurricane, and how agents and brokers can assist.By AM Best Company

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III’s Porfilio: US P/C Underwriting Improved Slightly in 2023 Despite Personal Lines Drag 9:56

22d ago9:56

9:56

Insurance Information Institute Chief Insurance Officer Dale Porfilio said the U.S. property/casualty industry saw a minor uptick in underwriting performance in 2023, while personal lines persist as the main source of underwriting losses.By AM Best Company

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PRMS’ Santana: Initiative Bridges P/C Insurance Services Gap for Women 16:17

25d ago16:17

16:17

Personal Risk Management Solutions President and CEO Celia Santana discusses the new PRMSbyHerSide program that addresses the insurance needs of women, including heads of household and those experiencing life-altering transitions like divorce and widowhood.By AM Best Company

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Swiss Re Report: Dog Days Done for US P&C 4:40

1M ago4:40

4:40

James Finucane, senior economist for Swiss Re, details the findings of a new report that shows the US Property & Casualty sector in 2024 registered its best first-quarter underwriting results in more than 15 years.By AM Best Company

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AM Best: Stable Outlook Assigned for Global Cyber Insurance Segment 10:55

1M ago10:55

10:55

AM Best Industry Research & Public Relations Senior Director Sridhar Manyem and Senior Industry Analyst Christopher Graham highlight key findings from two new Best's Market Segment Reports on the global and U.S. cyber insurance segments.By AM Best Company

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Verisk’s Law: AI Poses Risk to Insurance Industry 16:23

1M ago16:23

16:23

Emily Law, director of analytics for Verisk Claims, says while artificial intelligence has revolutionized digital media, it has also heightened the risk of generating fraudulent content.By AM Best Company

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Ryan Specialty Executives: Leadership Transition Underway 8:20

1M ago8:20

8:20

Patrick Ryan, the founder, chairman, and CEO of Ryan Specialty will transition to the role of executive chairman on Oct. 1, when Tim Turner will become chief executive officer. They spoke to AM Best about their long relationship and the future of the company.By AM Best Company

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Author: Mastering Insurance Pricing Involves Diverse Skills, Robust Support 28:44

1M ago28:44

28:44

In his book, Price Writers Co-Founder Jeremy Keating discusses his nine-step method designed to help insurance pricing directors build a winning team and excel in today’s challenging market.By AM Best Company

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Cognizant’s Varanasi: Future of Insurance Is Exciting 10:50

2M ago10:50

10:50

Sarat Varanasi, North American insurance business leader at Cognizant, discusses how technologies such as generative artificial intelligence and digital twins will impact the insurance industry for years to come, especially the customer experience.By AM Best Company

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Allianz’s Khanna: Shipping Industry Evolving in Two Different Directions 19:01

2M ago19:01

19:01

Rahul Khanna, global head of marine risk consulting at Allianz Commercial, says that lost vessels hit a record low in 2023, but fires aboard large container ships have increased.By AM Best Company

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The Hartford's Risk Monitor Highlights Top Risks Heading into 2025 5:07

2M ago5:07

5:07

Mo Tooker, head of Commercial Lines for The Hartford discusses the findings of the company’s recently released ‘Risk Monitor’ which surveyed brokers and customers as to what their biggest risk concerns were. Among those concerns are the economy, supply-chain disruption and political uncertainty.By AM Best Company

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Insurance Podcast Hosts: Platform Tackles Relevant P&C Issues 15:53

2M ago15:53

15:53

Pete Tessier and Curt Wyatt, hosts of the Insurance Podcast, take on homeowners, auto, business insurance companies and the people who work for them in their media platform.By AM Best Company

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Accident & Health Leader 10:22

2M ago10:22

10:22

William Flinker, Assistant Vice President of the Accident & Health Division at Philadelphia Insurance Cos., said PHLY provides a lot of benefits for agents doing business in the Accident & Health segment.By AM Best Company

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Embracing AUW 6:53

2M ago6:53

6:53

Jeremy Lane, Head of Mortality Services in the United States for Swiss Re, said that accelerated underwriting (AUW) has become increasingly essential for many insurance companies.By AM Best Company

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World of Opportunity 7:37

2M ago7:37

7:37

Jill Mraz, Business Development Executive at Munich Re US, said the company is looking to spread the word about insurance careers.By AM Best Company

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Expected Adverse Deviation 5:13

2M ago5:13

5:13

Derek Freihaut, Principal and Consulting Actuary for Pinnacle Actuarial Resources, said expected adverse deviation (EAD) can be a risk management tool well beyond assessing risk distribution.By AM Best Company

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Confidence in Programs 8:00

2M ago8:00

8:00

Amber Wayne, Executive Vice President of Programs at Nationwide E&S/Specialty, said the program space is an attractive place to try different things.By AM Best Company

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