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The Connected Podcast

Alan Demers and Stephen Applebaum

Co-curated by Alan Demers and Stephen Applebaum, The Connected Podcast is a daily scan of all the happenings in the world of Insurance & InsurTech News.

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15:46

Will AI really transform the insurance industry?

The Connected Podcast ·

2025/04/30

The Connected Podcast brings you the latest updates and insights from the ever-evolving world of insurance. In this episode, we delve into the transformative developments shaking the insurance ecosystem, particularly those highlighted at the InsurTech Hartford Symposium. Governor Ned Lamont sets the stage with an insightful reflection on Hartford's illustrious insurance heritage and its potential transformation via artificial intelligence (AI). He emphasizes the pivotal role of insurance inno...

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11:54

Progressive Insurance® Intends to Hire More Than...

The Connected Podcast ·

2025/04/29

Welcome to The Connected Podcast, where we bring you the latest news and events shaping the insurance ecosystem. In our latest episode, we delve into the ambitious growth plans of Progressive Insurance, exciting legal developments, technological advancements, and shifting consumer behaviors that are driving change across the industry. Progressive's Ambitious Expansion: Progressive Insurance is gearing up for significant expansion in 2025 with plans to hire thousands of new employees....

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12:27

InsurTech Hartford Kicks Off Today

The Connected Podcast ·

2025/04/28

Welcome to another enlightening episode of The Connected Podcast, where we delve into the vibrant happenings within the insurance ecosystem. This time, we're broadcasting from the dynamic InsurTech Hartford Symposium 2025, set against the lively backdrop of downtown Hartford. Join us as we gather with industry leaders and innovators, including notable figures like Alan Demers, to explore the boundaries of insurance innovation. In this episode, we dive into the challenges currently fac...

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12:55

U.S. P&C Insurance Outlook: Cautious Optimism for...

The Connected Podcast ·

2025/04/25

The Connected Podcast - Insurance News & Events The Connected Podcast: Navigating the Insurance Ecosystem Welcome to The Connected Podcast, your go-to source for the latest news and insights from the dynamic world of insurance. In our recent episode, we dive into the cautious optimism surrounding the U.S. property and casualty insurance industry as we look towards 2025 and 2026. The Swiss Re Institute projects a slowdown in growth following a period of robust expansion, fore...

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11:12

Chubb CEO calls for greater consistency in US trade...

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2025/04/24

The Connected Podcast - Insurance Ecosystem Updates The Connected Podcast: Navigating News and Events in the Insurance Ecosystem In the latest episode of The Connected Podcast, we delve into significant developments within the ever-evolving insurance industry. Evan Greenberg, CEO of Chubb Ltd., has called for a more cohesive U.S. trade policy. He emphasizes the necessity for consistent trade, economic, and fiscal strategies to maintain eco...

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9:48

Property owners sue California insurance companies...

The Connected Podcast ·

2025/04/23

The Connected Podcast - Insurance Ecosystem News The Connected Podcast: Navigating the Insurance Ecosystem In this segment of The Connected Podcast, we explore pivotal issues and developments within the insurance ecosystem, starting with a significant lawsuit against major California insurance companies by property owners affected by the January wildfires. The property owners accuse insurers, including State Farm, of violating antitrust and unfair competition laws by alleged...

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13:14

World Earth Day 2025

The Connected Podcast ·

2025/04/22

Welcome to The Connected Podcast, where we delve into the evolving dynamics of the insurance ecosystem with a focus on the latest news and events shaping the industry. This episode delivers insights into how insurers are adapting to pressing global challenges like climate change, technological advancements, and shifting trade policies. Join us as we explore the impact and opportunities arising within this pivotal sector. As Earth Day 2023 emphasizes the critical need to address climat...

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6:55

U.S. P/C Industry Combined Ratio Headed Back Up to...

The Connected Podcast ·

2025/04/18

Welcome to The Connected Podcast, your go-to source for staying informed about the latest news and events in the insurance ecosystem. In this episode, we delve into pivotal developments transforming the industry, examining financial forecasts, economic impacts, technological advancements, and sustainability initiatives reshaping the landscape. We begin with an analytical report from S&P Global Ratings, which forecasts a rise in the U.S. property/casualty insurance combined ratio t...

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14:58

New UnitedHealth CEO vows to fix gaps

The Connected Podcast ·

2025/04/17

In this episode of The Connected Podcast, the focus is on significant developments and challenges within the insurance sector. Starting with UnitedHealth Group, the largest health insurer in the U.S., the company faces mounting criticism over care denials, rising costs, and a complex system that frustrates patients. In response, the new CEO has promised better communication and easier access to care, following backlash from a tragic incident involving the death of the former chief, Brian Thom...

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9:12

Is State Farm General Too Big to Fail? Calif. Rate...

The Connected Podcast ·

2025/04/16

The Connected Podcast - Latest EpisodeThe Connected Podcast: Exploring the Insurance EcosystemIn the latest episode of The Connected Podcast, we delve into notable developments within the ever-evolving insurance ecosystem. This episode covers a wide range of topics, from financial hearings to technological advancements, regulatory challenges, and strategic partnerships. Our hosts begin by discussing State Farm General's recent financial hearings, examining their interim re...

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13:31

Insurers Must Focus AI Efforts to Gain Edge

The Connected Podcast ·

2025/04/15

Welcome to The Connected Podcast, where we explore the dynamic world of the insurance ecosystem. Join us as we delve into the latest news and events, focusing on artificial intelligence (AI) and its transformative impact on the insurance industry. This episode uncovers a multitude of opportunities and challenges reshaping the landscape. In our opening segment, we discuss the pivotal role of AI in modernizing key areas such as underwriting, claims processing, and customer service. ...

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10:54

Rising Civil Unrest, Political Violence Remain Top 10...

The Connected Podcast ·

2025/04/14

The Connected Podcast The Connected Podcast: Navigating the Insurance Ecosystem's News and Events In this enlightening episode of The Connected Podcast, we delve deep into the ever-evolving dynamics of the insurance industry, examining pivotal factors such as political risks and the groundbreaking influence of AI and InsurTech. Emphasizing the pressing issue of political volatility, our discussion spotlights the alarming rise in civil unrest and political...

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12:40

Second quarter P&C outlook is a mixed bag

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2025/04/11

The Connected Podcast: Insurance Ecosystem News & Events The Connected Podcast: Navigating Insurance Ecosystem's Turbulent Waters In this episode of The Connected Podcast, we delve into recent developments and challenges shaping the insurance industry. Our discussions kick off with the latest happenings in California, where State Farm General has proposed significant changes to its homeowners insurance rates. Initially seeking a 21.8% increase, negotiations have led to a...

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12:22

Auto Insurance Rates Set to Moderate; Geico,...

The Connected Podcast ·

2025/04/10

The Connected Podcast: Trends and Transformations in the Insurance EcosystemWelcome to the latest episode of The Connected Podcast, where we delve into the bustling world of auto insurance, tracing the paths of stability and challenge in a rapidly changing landscape. After years of significant rate hikes, the auto insurance industry is finally showing signs of stabilization. Key players like Progressive and Geico have reported noteworthy underwriting profits for 2024, a testament to t...

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17:26

Trump Authorizes 90-Day Pause on Reciprocal Tariffs,...

The Connected Podcast ·

2025/04/09

The Connected Podcast brings you the latest insights and developments in the insurance ecosystem, highlighting the industry's response to economic shifts, regulatory changes, and environmental challenges. Join us as we delve into the pivotal issues shaping the future of insurance. In this episode, we explore the impact of recent U.S. trade policy changes, focusing on the introduction of a 125 percent tariff on Chinese imports. These tariffs, along with others on various goods, are sti...

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14:22

Tough quarter for insurance M&A in face of tariff...

The Connected Podcast ·

2025/04/08

The Connected Podcast: Navigating News and Events in the Insurance Ecosystem The Connected Podcast: Navigating News and Events in the Insurance Ecosystem In this segment of The Connected Podcast, we delve into the pressing challenges faced by the financial services sector, with a particular focus on mergers and acquisitions. The main catalyst? Recent trade tariffs announced by U.S. President Donald Trump. This climate of uncertainty has forced many companies, especially in t...

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12:03

Insurance Industry Braces for Impact of Tariffs;...

The Connected Podcast ·

2025/04/07

The Connected Podcast - News and Events in the Insurance Ecosystem Podcast Description: The Connected Podcast Welcome to the latest episode of The Connected Podcast, where we delve into the dynamic landscape of news and events shaping the insurance ecosystem. This week, we're unpacking the implications of recent tariffs and how they reverberate through the insurance industry and beyond. Currently in effect as of Apr...

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11:10

Stocks crash, job cuts emerge, costs rise as tariff...

The Connected Podcast ·

2025/04/04

The Connected Podcast - News and Events in the Insurance Ecosystem The Connected Podcast News and Events in the Insurance Ecosystem Welcome to another insightful episode of The Connected Podcast, where we unravel the dynamic shifts happening in the insurance ecosystem. This episode is a deep dive into some of the most pressing issues and transformative changes shaping the industry today. First, we delve into the repercussions of newly imposed tariffs affec...

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10:54

Tesla sales plunge: Biggest decline in history

The Connected Podcast ·

2025/04/03

The Connected Podcast: Exploring Current Trends and Innovations in Insurance The Connected Podcast: Exploring Current Trends and Innovations in Insurance Welcome to another compelling episode of The Connected Podcast, where we delve into the latest news and events shaping the dynamic insurance ecosystem. Our discussion unveils noteworthy shifts within the insurance and construction industries, focusing on how recent advancements and strategic adaptations are paving the way f...

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3:23

US, UK and France continued to take lion’s share of...

The Connected Podcast ·

2025/04/01

The Connected Podcast: InsurTech Insights The Connected Podcast: InsurTech Insights In this segment of The Connected Podcast, we delve into the intricate dynamics of the global InsurTech landscape as we head into 2024. With attention to detail, we spotlight a noteworthy downturn in investment activities within the sector. Our analysis unveils a striking 47% drop in global InsurTech deals on a year-over-year basis, with tota...

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