In this discussion, Leah Emma from Liberty Mutual, Caolan Kovach-Orr from Arch Capital, and Rohit Reddy from Swiss Re Corporate Solutions share their experiences and strategies for leveraging AI and technology in the insurance sector. They cover key challenges, data utilization, build vs buy decisions, and the importance of making underwriting more…

The podcast is back to react live to the series sweep courtesy of the Chicago Cubs at Camden Yards. The guys get into what went wrong, from pitching, to gaffes in the field, to a batting order that's gone cold as we approach the All Star break. The guys also discuss Anthony Santander being named an All Star to replace Kyle Tucker, and look ahead to…

The podcast is back for another series recap, this time looping two into one as Jake and Eric discuss the Orioles west coast trip in which they snagged 4 of 6 games. The guys discuss the two series vs. the Mariners and Athletics and what storylines stuck out to them from them, as well as the All Star game rosters being finalized, a quick look ahead…

Crux Underwriting is a multi-line specialty underwriting business launched in early July by Graham Elliott. By combining underwriting with the tech arm of Azur Technology, founded by previous colleague Charlie Blackburn, we are witnessing the production of a 21st century MGA business. One for the technology lovers and the MGA innovators. Tune in to…

The guys are trying something new! For the foreseeable future they’ll be live streaming episodes and putting them up as podcasts after the fact. But don’t worry they still have you covered on all the entertainment and pop culture news you crave. Martin Mull passes away Paramount pulls ComedyCentral.com AI-generated Al Michaels voice will give Olymp…

Eric, Jake and Spencer hop into the studio to break down the Orioles 3-1 series win as they get a small taste of revenge on the Texas Rangers. The fellas dive into Gunnar Henderson carrying the Home Run Derby torch from Adley Rutschman.Make sure to like and subscribe to support the fellas.Hosts: Eric Arditt, Jake Louque, Spencer SchultzProducer: Sp…

Eric and Spenny sit down with ESPN/Sunday Night Baseball (and former Baltimore Sun Orioles beat reporter) Buster Olney. The fellas chat with Buster about his memories on the beat, the Angelos family, "Bad for Baseball" and the Orioles rebuild. Buster gives his take on what superstar Gunnar Henderson reminds him of, as well as where the Orioles stan…

Reserv’s proposition is to help MGAs and carriers improve claims handling and increase data availability, making claim information available through multiple large language model (LLM) tools feeding automated workflows. After our successful May Evening Event hosted in collaboration with Reserv, Robin Merttens caught up with CEO CJ Przybyl and discu…

The podcast is back for another series recap, this time with Eric, Spenny, and Jake discussing the O's series loss to the Cleveland Guardians. This series had a lot to it, from a bizarre James McCann game, to a closeout victory tonight, and the guys have plenty to say on all of it. They also discuss the impending trade deadline, the upcoming Ranger…

After a forgettable three game series in Houston that saw the Orioles give up a rare sweep to the Astros, Jake and RDT hop in the studio to break down the action. They open the show discussing Heston Kjerstad's surprise call up to the bigs and how it could hopefully help the offense before transitioning to this series and what it says about the O's…

In anticipation of our upcoming release of panels from our most recent event in New York in June, we are taking another look back at our star-studded line-up from March. We asked: what does the future of insurance look like? One answer is digitising how risk flows. In this discussion, industry experts Nigel Walsh from Google Cloud, Meghan Hannes at…

The podcast is back for another Series Recap, as the Orioles took down the Phillies in a 3 game stand that many in both cities hope to be a World Series preview. Jake and Eric are here to break down the heavyweight fight that included the potential game of the year on Friday night which wound up in an extra innings loss for the O's, and then the tw…

Is your insurance technology up to speed? This week on the podcast, we have an insightful conversation with Joe O'Connor, Deputy CEO of RDT. RDT is a well-known software and services provider for the motor insurance industry, with plans to expand into the specialty market. Joe discusses how technology provision has changed over the last decade, wha…

The podcast is back to recap another series, as the Orioles took two of three vs. the Braves in Baltimore. The guys discuss another rollercoaster of a start from Albert Suarez that wound up being a success, the stellar home debut of Cade Povich, and Thursday's loss as well. We hope you guys enjoy, and we'll be back at you very soon.Hosts: Jake Louq…

After an up and down four game series in Toronto, the Orioles went down to Tampa and made the Trop their home, sweeping the Rays in a second consecutive four game stand. Jake, Spenny and RDT are here to break down all the action for you, including a dominant stand for the starting pitchers, Gunnar Henderson's continued blistering pace, Adley buckin…

Is climate risk a part of your analysis? On the podcast this week we are spotlighting an important collaboration between Mitiga, a climate risk intelligence provider, and insurer HDI Global. As climate change rises to become one of the most pertinent and defining risks of our generation, find out how the partnership is working to evolve the landsca…

The Series Recap is back to discuss the O's 2-2 4 game stand stand in Toronto against the Blue Jays. Holding court on this episode are RDT and Jake, and the guys also welcome in SnapBack Sports Jack Settleman who was on the ground in Toronto at the hotel adjacent the Rogers Centre. Thanks as always for listening, and we'll be back at you again very…

Jake and Spenny are back for another week of the Jumbo Set, checking in for another week of OTAs at The Castle. The guys open the show by discussing some continued reshufflings and retirements within the front office, welcome in today's practice correspondent in Banks who reported live on what he saw in today's PSL owner permitted practice, and tal…

Jake and Spenny hop in the studio for a Sunday Night recap of the Orioles 2-1 series win over Tampa Bay.Hosts: Jake Louque, Spencer SchultzProducer: Jake LouqueThanks to our presenting sponsors, Jimmy's Seafood, Fed Thrill Sunglasses, Black Eyed Susan SpicesFollow the show on social:Twitter: @Exit52Podcast, @JumboSetPodcastIG: exit52podcastTikTok: …

In the first iteration of our upcoming parametric series with Raincoat, Matthew sat down with Jonathan Gonzalez to delve into how parametric insurance can be integrated with traditional indemnity insurance, the technical and regulatory challenges, and the importance of creating products that customers perceive as fair. Watch this space for some ver…

The Exit 52 Podcast is pleased to welcome in Orioles first baseman (and preeminent Florida man) Ryan Mountcastle for the first time. Jake and Eric chat with Ryan about what it's been like turning into one of the team's elder statesmen at only 27 years old, dealing with vertigo as a pro athlete, his recent swing adjustments, being a Florida man, and…

The Orioles continued their dominance in the AL East dating back to last year taking two of three against a feisty Boston team. The Orioles bludgeoned the Sox in game one, saw the Sox strike back with an eight-run game two, before Corbin Burnes and Gunnar Henderson silenced Boston with outstanding performances to win the series.Like and Subscribe!H…

The Jumbo Set is back for another week as the guys are feeling fresh off Memorial Day Weekend, and ready to talk some Ravens. The guys open the show with some news including a few signings for the back end of the 91 man roster, a high level personnel man leaving the Ravens to head down to Washington, and a former fan favorite safety who's looking t…

Unstructured data - is this a challenge that will ever go away? Or can it be a challenge which insurers adapt to work in their favor… At our last New York event in March, InsTech gathered three leading industry experts to candidly discuss what change in the industry looks like to them, specifically in the way unstructured data is handled and manage…

The podcast is back for another (surprisingly eventful) week in Ravens football, as Jake and Spenny prep for Memorial Day Weekend with a banger of an episode. In unexpected news, Baltimore hosted free agent safety Jamal Adams, and announced that John Harbaugh is opening a coaching academy. Both of these bits of news drew the ire of some of Ravens T…

It's another series win, and the crew (Jake and RDT) are here to recap it all for you. The Orioles started with a big 9-2 win on Friday night behind a productive start from John Means, faltered a bit in failing to capitalize on a Grayson Rodriguez gem on Saturday, and then came back strong to show out on Sunday and get a win for Corbin Burnes. The …

Root provides platforms and API for insurers, MGAs, brokers to build, launch and manage digital insurance products and embedded experiences in South Africa and the UK. Matthew Grant caught up with Louw Hopley on the opportunities and challenges in the insurance industry, focusing on the role of embedded insurance in adapting to changing customer de…

The Jumbo Set is back for another week as Jake and Spenny are here to break down this past week in Baltimore Ravens. The guys open the show with the big scheduling news that the Ravens are heading to Kansas City in Week 1 to play the Chiefs in Arrowhead on NFL opening night. They discuss their early feelings on the matchup, reasons to be positive a…

Check it out! It’s a podcast! We did it! Grendel gets some interesting casting So does the Naked Gun At least one person wants to see another Riddick movie (spoiler, it’s Vin Diesel) Fast & Furious Matchbox Cars Nicolas Cage, father of Jesus Mike Flanagan, exorcist Conners go bye-bye Not Dead Yet dead Fuller bolts from Thursday, the 12th Newspaper …

It's another Sunday Night Series recap show, as Jake and RDT are here to break down this weekend in Baltimore baseball. The Orioles entered this series against the Diamondbacks worn thin after a long closing effort against the Nats in DC, but came through big time in the first two games to secure the series victory. The guys touch on those two game…

Swiss Re Reinsurance Solutions was launched two years ago to make Swiss Re’s unique knowledge and tools available across the insurance value chain. Swiss Re’s strongest point of knowledge is property - around which we centre this podcast. Robin Merttens spoke to CEO of Reinsurance Solutions Russell Higginbotham on approaching climate-related risks …

The Podcast is back for another series recap instant analysis, as the Orioles traveled down the beltway to split a series with Nats. In a wild two games that included a disappointing loss for the O's, parlayed into some incredible social media activity that led into a rubber match to remember, Baltimore righted the ship with a long extra innings wi…

The Jumbo Set is back after a post draft week off to go deep on the draft, and what the guys liked and disliked about what they saw during the selection process. They open the show with a discussion on the Ravens philosophy, and how "Best Player Available" may have been adapted a bit into the modern era. After that, they go deep on all the picks th…

McKenzie Intelligence Services (MIS) helps accelerate disaster relief and economic recovery for insurers. Matthew Grant spoke to Rosina, Chief Product Officer for MIS, who shares insights from her MBA dissertation's findings on the adoption of technology in insurance, highlighting the necessity of collaboration between insurtechs, insurance compani…

Following a deflating series to the A's at home, the Orioles pitching staff and bullpen held a red-hot Yankees lineup to six runs over four games and got just enough out of their bats to win three out of four. Kyle Bradish returned to the mix in game four, holding the Yankees to one run on 4 2/3. Ryan Mountcastle got the party going Thursday with a…

Back at it after a hiatus the guys will catch you up on the pop culture and entertainment news that hit the interwebs. Fallout Spoilers @ 01:06:46 OJ Simpson dead at 76 Ray Chan, Marvel production designer dead at 56 American Idol alum Mandisa dead at 47 Weinstein’s NY conviction overturned Zaslav 2023 pay package engorges to $49.7m Senate votes in…

It's a surprise pod for you all, as Orioles outfielder Colton Cowser was kind enough to join the program on this Monday morning ahead of the Yankees series. Jake and Eric chat with him about his incredibly hot start to 2024, what he's changed in his game mechanically to facilitate it, how things are going for him off of the diamond these days, and …

It's another series instant analysis on a Sunday for you guys, with this one promising to be a bit less fun than some in more recent weeks. The Orioles drop a series they had no business dropping against an Oakland Athletics team that's punching above their weight, and Jake and Spenny get into the how and why of it all. Namely the bats going quiet …

KatRisk is a catastrophe modelling company providing global inland flood, storm surge and windstorm loss assessments for some of the largest insurers, reinsurers and brokers in the world. Taking a macrocosm approach, the company’s models offer an open software architecture, allowing users to better understand correlated risks and to make modificati…

Jake and Spenny are back together at long last for the Jumbo Set, with a relatively eventful pre-draft Wednesday evening live recording. The guys first delve into the surprise of the offseason, as wide receiver Rashod Bateman re-signed with Baltimore ahead of his fifth year option deadline; the guys go deep on what prompted it, the rumored numbers,…

It's another instant analysis series recap, as the guys hop in the studio to recap the O's west coast three game stand. Jake, Eric, and Spenny are here to break down the Angels series that Baltimore took two games to one; Gunnar Henderson showed up and showed out, Dean Kremer put on a masterclass today, and Heston Kjerstad got the callup in what wa…

After a disappointing opening game that resulted in a 9-4 loss, the Orioles bounced back in the remaining two to take the series against the Royals in Kansas City. Jake and Banks are here to break it all down, including what went wrong it what could've been a great start for Dean Kremer, what went right for Corbin Burnes despite a shaky ending to h…

From episodes 68, 227 and now episode 299, InsTech has consistently caught up with Cytora and followed the company’s growth and expansion. Alongside Google, Cytora supported InsTech’s March event in New York, after which Matthew Grant caught up with Richard Hartley on the company’s growth, entering the US market and its impact on the insurance indu…

The OG three chop it up about the Orioles early season start and breakdown the Caps' surprising berth into the NHL PlayoffsBy RDT, Banks, and Taylor Smyth

The podcast is back with another series recap instant analysis. Jake, Eric, and Spenny dive deep into the three game stand against the Twins, dissecting today's walkoff bonanza that included a surprisingly strong pitching debut, Tuesday's riot fest that resulted in an 11-3 victory, as well as Monday's opener that saw the O's win 7-4 to start things…

Another week, another Ravens pod, as the Liars Luncheon has come and gone, and the NFL Draft draws closer and closer on the horizon. With Spenny still out on vacation, Jake welcomes in Tim Barbalace of 105.7 The Fan to talk through this Ravens offseason, what it's been like covering Baltimore Sports in such an interesting time, and how he expects t…

The podcast is back for another series instant analysis following a disappointing home stand vs. the Milwaukee Brewers. With most of the crew out for the count tonight, Jake welcomes in Zach Bollinger (@zachbollinger18) of the Ryan Ripken Show to break down the action. The guys get into Friday night's washout of a loss and the bench clearing brawl …

Optalitix was borne out of the need for ‘optimization’ and ‘analytics’, as Co-founder and Director Dani Katz realized the biggest blocker for insurance companies was converting spreadsheets. Having now expanded beyond spreadsheets, Optalitix offers three software products to UK (re)insurers and MGAs. Robin Merttens spoke to Dani about the spreadshe…

The Jumbo Set is back after a few week break to talk some Ravens at long last. With Spenny on his way out of town, Jake is joined by Kevin Oestreicher (@koestreicher34) of Locked on Ravens and the Ryan Ripken Show for a very special episode in which the guys react to the Ravens annual pre-draft press conference, known affectionately as "The Liar's …

Look who’s back, back again! Covering all the pop culture. More SNL 75 casting The Bear is The Boss Austin Butler Caught Stealing 6nal Destination Bad Boys Ride or Die trailer Benny “The Jet” doc Readier Not, Freakier Friday Star Trek 4…. again Another Night of the Hunter M5trix Pirates of the Reboot Disney movies on the move MI8 casting Scarlett v…