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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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12:00

St. Patrick's Day: May luck be your friend in...

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2025/03/17

In this episode of The Connected Podcast, the discussion centers around important current events and developments in the insurance ecosystem. The segment kicks off by exploring the concept of social host liability amidst St. Patrick's Day celebrations, emphasizing the legal responsibility hosts bear if a guest becomes intoxicated and causes harm. The conversation highlights the importance of responsible hosting practices, such as offering non-alcoholic options and arranging transportation for...

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10:24

Berkshire, Progressive Are 2024 Underwriting Profit...

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2025/03/13

In the latest segment of The Connected Podcast, we delve into significant developments within the U.S. insurance ecosystem. S&P Global Market Intelligence forecasts that the property and casualty insurance industry is poised for a major upswing, with predictions of over $100 billion in net income by 2024. This growth is fueled by improved underwriting and investment income, with industry leaders Berkshire Hathaway and Progressive leading the charge. This marks a rebound from challenging y...

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9:24

Vehicle theft is surging across the U.S. and Canada

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2025/03/12

The Connected Podcast - Episode on Insurance Ecosystem The Connected Podcast: Navigating the Insurance Ecosystem In this episode of The Connected Podcast, we explore the dynamic changes within the insurance ecosystem, with a particular focus on auto theft and fraud prevention. Alarming statistics reveal that U.S. motor vehicle theft rates have surged by an astounding 105% from 2019 to 2023, significantly impacting insurance claims. This highlights the critical role indep...

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15:30

USAA hit with $114 Million decision over bad faith

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2025/03/11

The Connected Podcast - Episode on the Insurance Ecosystem The Connected Podcast: Navigating the Insurance Ecosystem In this episode of The Connected Podcast, the team delves into significant developments within the insurance industry, starting with a high-stakes legal verdict against USAA. A Nevada jury has imposed $100 million in punitive damages and $14 million in compensatory damages against the insurer in a bad faith case involving policyholder Timothy Kuhn and a 2018 c...

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12:32

U of South Carolina’s Hartwig: Tariffs May Drive Up...

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2025/03/10

The Connected Podcast The Connected Podcast: Navigating the Insurance Ecosystem In the latest episode of The Connected Podcast, we delve into the dynamic news and events shaping the insurance ecosystem today. As we honor International Women's Day on March 8, celebrated globally as part of Women's History Month, we proudly spotlight the unveiling of Insurance Business's Elite Women for 2025. This distinguished list highlights the outstanding achievements o...

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13:02

Positive U.S. P&C result momentum set to continue in...

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2025/03/07

In this episode of The Connected Podcast, we explore the dynamic shifts within the U.S. property and casualty insurance industry in 2024. Following a challenging 2023 marked by significant underwriting losses, the industry has rebounded thanks to increased interest rates that have bolstered investment yields for insurers. This financial boost has been crucial in managing weather-related losses. The industry's underwriting losses have begun to decline while net investment income has risen subs...

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10:58

Tariffs could add $24 billion to auto claims costs:...

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2025/03/06

Welcome to the latest episode of The Connected Podcast, where we delve into recent developments shaping the insurance ecosystem. This episode explores the multifaceted impacts of international tariffs and evolving regulations on the industry, shedding light on the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead. The imposition of tariffs by the Trump administration—25% on goods from Mexico and Canada, and 10% from China—poses a significant threat to supply chains critical for post-disaste...

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13:23

Secondary perils becoming primary concern for...

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2025/03/05

Welcome to The Connected Podcast, where we explore the latest news and events shaping the insurance ecosystem. Join us as we delve into the profound impact of increasingly severe weather events on the insurance industry. This episode focuses on how primary and secondary perils—like wildfires, hurricanes, flooding, and convective storms—are occurring with greater frequency and severity, prompting insurers to overhaul their risk models. Our guest, Jason Jones from REInsurePro, provides ...

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9:24

Insurance leaders driven to close $1.8 trillion...

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2025/03/04

The Connected Podcast - Insights from the Insurance Ecosystem The Connected Podcast: Insights from the Insurance Ecosystem Addressing Global Protection Gaps: A Call to Action for Insurers In a recent segment of The Connected Podcast, the discussion centered on the pressing issues and emerging opportunities within the insurance ecosystem, particularly in light of the staggering $368 billion economic losses caused by natural catastrophes last year. Alarmingly, 60% of th...

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13:21

S&P Puts State Farm General Ratings on CreditWatch'

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2025/03/03

Welcome to a gripping new episode of The Connected Podcast, where we explore the rapidly shifting landscape of the insurance ecosystem, focusing on key news and events that are reshaping the industry. In today's episode, we delve deep into the ongoing adjustments within the homeowners insurance market in California. The attention centers on how industry behemoths State Farm and Swiss Re are navigating these turbulent waters. State Farm finds itself at a critical juncture, facing a pot...

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11:44

Global tech spend to approach $5T this year: U.S....

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2025/02/28

The Connected Podcast: Navigating Innovation and Transformation in the Insurance Ecosystem In this engaging segment of The Connected Podcast, we delve into key developments that are redefining the insurance sector, spotlighting significant technological and strategic advancements. The U.S. tech market is poised to surpass $2 trillion, with insurance and financial services at the forefront, driven by investments in cybersecurity, cloud solutions, and generative AI technologies. As softw...

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9:21

Munich Re faces $1.3 billion in claims from Los...

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2025/02/27

In this episode of The Connected Podcast, the focus is on the significant impact of recent wildfires in Los Angeles on the insurance and reinsurance sectors. The wildfires have resulted in an estimated 1.2 billion euros in claims for Munich Re, the world's largest reinsurer, marking a record in wildfire-related losses for the industry. Broader estimates predict the claims could soar to $45 billion, affecting insurers globally. Hannover Re also anticipates notable claims, while Swiss Re report...

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12:35

Berkshire Hathaway Class a Stock Tops $750,000 for...

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2025/02/26

The Connected Podcast - News and Events in the Insurance Ecosystem The Connected Podcast: News and Events in the Insurance Ecosystem In this episode of The Connected Podcast, we explore significant developments in the insurance sector that highlight both challenges and opportunities for innovation and growth. We start with Berkshire Hathaway, whose Class A shares have surpassed $750,000 following robust earnings, boosting its market value to $1.1 trillion and ranking it as t...

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12:18

P&C Insurance Industry Weathers Market Challenges in...

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2025/02/25

Welcome to another insightful episode of The Connected Podcast, where we delve into the dynamic world of insurance news and events. This segment focuses on the resilience and innovative strides within the U.S. property and casualty insurance industry amid remarkable challenges. Despite bearing the brunt of $2.6 billion in net underwriting losses in 2024 and facing over 27 weather disasters costing upwards of $200 billion, the industry has showcased impressive resilience. Notably, Hurr...

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9:17

Sentry Transformation Saves ‘Tens of Thousands of...

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2025/02/24

Welcome to the latest episode of The Connected Podcast, where we explore groundbreaking innovations and pressing challenges within the dynamic insurance ecosystem. We kick off the discussion with insurance telematics, spotlighting a 2023 report from Berg Insight which forecasts a robust growth trajectory for telematics policies in North America—from 17.9 million in 2023 to a whopping 26.3 million by 2028. This reflects a compound annual growth rate of 8.1%, emphasizing the pivotal rol...

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16:10

P&C INSURANCE: MIND THE GAP(S)

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2025/02/21

Welcome to The Connected Podcast, your go-to source for the latest news and events shaping the insurance ecosystem. In this episode, we delve into the metaphorical concept of "Mind the Gap," a phrase commonly linked to the London Underground. However, here, we apply it to the insurance industry, which is grappling with unprecedented challenges. We'll explore the emerging disparities within the Property & Casualty (P&C) sector as it navigates volatility driven by inflation and climate ...

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11:21

Middle-Market Businesses Face Risk Protection Gaps

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2025/02/20

The Connected Podcast: Shaping the Future of the Insurance EcosystemIn the latest episode of The Connected Podcast, we dive deep into the key issues and innovations that are shaping the insurance ecosystem. From challenges faced by middle-market businesses to groundbreaking advancements in technology, we cover it all. Tackling Middle-Market Challenges We begin by addressing the critical challenges facing middle-market businesses in the insurance sector today. Despite 90% of these busi...

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15:12

LexisNexis® U.S. Auto Insurance Demand Meter Reports...

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2025/02/19

The Connected PodcastThe Connected PodcastWelcome to a comprehensive exploration of the current news and events shaping the insurance ecosystem. In this latest segment of The Connected Podcast, we delve into the dynamic world of U.S. auto insurance, discuss Tesla's innovative market entry, spotlight California's insurance challenges, explore product safety, and glimpse into the emerging complexities in workers compensation. The U.S. auto insurance market is currently experiencin...

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11:57

Insurers must be flexible in the 2025 - Conning Research

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2025/02/18

In this episode of The Connected Podcast, industry experts explore the critical shifts and opportunities within the insurance ecosystem amid an evolving political and economic landscape. Scott Hawkins from Conning emphasizes the importance of strategic flexibility for insurers this year. Conning's recent webinar highlights four key forces expected to shape the industry by 2025, including economic growth, regulatory changes, AI advancements, and reinsurance trends. Alan Dobbins notes that insu...

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9:36

📢 ClimateTech Connect / April 15-16, 2025 /...

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2025/02/17

The Connected Podcast - Navigating Changes in the Insurance EcosystemIn the latest episode of The Connected Podcast, host and guests engage in insightful discussions on key news and pivotal events that are shaping the insurance sector. The episode opens with a reflection on Presidents' Day, acknowledging the leadership legacies of figures like George Washington and emphasizing the importance of strong leadership during challenging times. The conversation soon transitions to the antici...

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