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The Reinsurance Podcast

The Reinsurance Podcast

Navigating the world of reinsurance can feel complex, but it doesn’t have to be dull. Join Jerad Leigh and Ben Rose—co-founders of Supercede and genuine reinsurance nerds enthusiasts—as they unravel the nuances of market dynamics. With industry expertise, they dive into the trends, challenges, and stories shaping the reinsurance landscape. Whether you"re a seasoned professional or just looking for a little more knowledge to ensure the glazing over of eyes at parties, tune in for an engaging journey

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00:05:36

Monte Carlo #42 - James Richards: What’s Really...

The Reinsurance Podcast ·

2025/09/19

James Richards, Client Director at Slipcase, shares what’s really driving the reinsurance headlines. From broker battles and global M&A to AI adoption and the climate conversation, he explains how media trends reveal shifting priorities — and what industry professionals should focus on as they prepare for 2026 renewals.EPISODE LINKS:James's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-richards-62b67611b/Slipcase: https://www.slipcase.com/CONNECT WITH US:Say Hello:

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00:13:37

Monte Carlo #41 - David Govrin: Lessons on Risk,...

The Reinsurance Podcast ·

2025/09/19

David Govrin, Group President and CEO Global Reinsurance of SiriusPoint, shares hard-won lessons from decades in reinsurance. From property volatility to divergent casualty views and specialty challenges, he explains how to price risk, allocate capital, and maintain true underwriting discipline—crucial insights for navigating shifting market conditions heading into 2026.EPISODE LINKS:David's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-govrin-48007917/SiriusPoint:

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00:14:39

Monte Carlo #40 - Martin Burke: How to Build Stronger...

The Reinsurance Podcast ·

2025/09/18

Martin Burke, CUO at MS Amlin, joins us from Monte Carlo to share his outlook on the market. From capital inflows and pricing pressures to the importance of partnerships, claims performance, and risk aggregation, Martin explains how MS Amlin is positioning itself for continued relevance and resilience heading into 2026.EPISODE LINKS:Martin's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/martin-burke-55a33622/MS Amlin: http://www.msamlin.com/CONNECT WITH US:Say Hello:

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00:10:31

RVS Monte Carlo #39 – Jonathan Rake: Turning...

The Reinsurance Podcast ·

2025/09/18

Jonathan Rake, CEO of Swiss Re Solutions, joins us at Monte Carlo to share his journey back to Zurich and into a new global role. He unpacks why quality data, new risk structures, and AI are no longer side conversations but central to renewals - and why “integrated intelligence” will define the industry’s future.EPISODE LINKS:Jonathan's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathan-rake-aaa8841b/Swiss Re: https://www.swissre.com/CONNECT WITH US:Say Hello:

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00:12:10

RVS Monte Carlo #38 - Paul Campbell: Profitable...

The Reinsurance Podcast ·

2025/09/18

At Monte Carlo, Paul Campbell of Aon unpacks how reinsurers can achieve profitable growth in a softening market. From the seven traits of outperformers to the role of data, talent, and technology, Paul explains what separates winners from laggards as climate, AI, and client needs reshape the reinsurance cycle.EPISODE LINKS:Paul's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-campbell-6937a61/Aon: https://www.aon.com/en/CONNECT WITH US:Say Hello: ⁠producer@thereinsurancepodcast.com⁠Website:

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00:09:17

RVS Monte Carlo #37 - James Dickerson: Unlocking...

The Reinsurance Podcast ·

2025/09/17

James Dickerson of Lockton Re joins us in Monte Carlo to demystify the retrospective reinsurance market. From social inflation and casualty reserve pressures to the search for capital and fears of the “next asbestos,” James highlights how this evolving space is shaping risk transfer, capital efficiency, and opportunities for reinsurers.EPISODE LINKS:James's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-dickerson-26442b26b/Lockton Re: https://global.lockton.com/re/CONNECT WITH US:Say Hello:

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00:16:02

RVS Monte Carlo #36 - Gerhard Koster: Inflation,...

The Reinsurance Podcast ·

2025/09/16

Gerhard Koster of Univé joins us in Monte Carlo to share how a Dutch mutual reinsurer navigates renewals. From inflation-driven buying strategies and flood risks to climate change, AI, and long-term partnerships, Gerhard explains how mutual values and technical rigour shape resilience in today’s evolving reinsurance market.EPISODE LINKS:Gerhard's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gerhard-koster-15b78b18/Univé: https://www.unive.nl/ CONNECT WITH US:Say Hello:

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00:09:43

RVS Monte Carlo #35 - Michael van der Straaten:...

The Reinsurance Podcast ·

2025/09/16

Reinsurance rates may have peaked, but the real story is more complex. Michael van der Straaten of Antares unpacks market corrections, capacity concerns, and the vital role of people in building resilience. Expect candid insights on M&A, trust, and why stability matters more than chasing short-term wins.EPISODE LINKS:Michael's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-van-der-straaten-06448518/Antares: https://antaresglobal.com/CONNECT WITH US:Say Hello:

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00:09:01

RVS Monte Carlo #34 - Andreas Beckmann: Why...

The Reinsurance Podcast ·

2025/09/15

Andreas Beckmann of R+V Re joins us in Monte Carlo to share why renewals feel calmer, how climate change and secondary perils keep reinsurers cautious, and why attachment points and terms remain firm. A candid take on valuing reinsurance’s role in a shifting global risk environment.EPISODE LINKS:Andreas's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andreas-beckmann-4b570773/R+V Re: https://www.rv-re.com/CONNECT WITH US:Say Hello: ⁠producer@thereinsurancepodcast.com⁠Website:

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00:11:01

RVS Monte Carlo #33 – Rebecca Bole: What Cyber’s Rise...

The Reinsurance Podcast ·

2025/09/15

Cyber risk is no longer niche - it’s reshaping reinsurance. At Monte Carlo, Rebecca Bole of CyberCube unpacks how reinsurers can use data and analytics to sharpen risk selection, why cyber retro and cat bonds signal market maturity, and what partnerships mean for tackling uncertainty in a fast-evolving class.EPISODE LINKS:Rebecca's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebecca-bole-01296137/CyberCube: https://www.cybcube.com/CONNECT WITH US:Say Hello: ⁠producer@thereinsurancepodcast.com⁠Website:

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00:09:44

RVS Monte Carlo #32 – Mark Bennett: Building the...

The Reinsurance Podcast ·

2025/09/15

At Monte Carlo, Mark Bennett breaks down why standards matter more than ever. From replacing email chaos with straight-through processing to preparing for Blueprint 2 and making AI genuinely useful, this episode shows how reinsurance can cut through the hype and build real, lasting efficiency.EPISODE LINKS:Mark's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-bennett-0787262b/ACORD: https://www.acord.org/ CONNECT WITH US:Say Hello: ⁠producer@thereinsurancepodcast.com⁠Website:

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00:11:56

RVS Monte Carlo #31 - Ed Largent & Jack Kuhn: Market...

The Reinsurance Podcast ·

2025/09/15

Monte Carlo’s buzzing with talk of pricing shifts, M&A, and the rise of alternative capital. In this episode, we unpack property softening, casualty resilience, and the risks AI and geopolitics bring. Perfect if you want a sharp, insider’s take on where reinsurance is heading next.EPISODE LINKS:Ed's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/edlargent/Jack's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jack-kuhn-b78aba34/Westfield Insurance: https://www.westfieldinsurance.com/ CONNECT WITH US:Say

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00:37:17

2025 Market Review & Monte Carlo RVS Expectations |...

The Reinsurance Podcast ·

2025/09/02

In this special episode, we look back at 2025 so far—market resilience, capital flows, and shifting appetites—before turning to Monte Carlo. From lessons learned to what’s on the horizon, we unpack the key themes shaping the reinsurance market and set the stage for conversations at this year’s Rendez-Vous.CONNECT WITH US:Say Hello: ⁠producer@thereinsurancepodcast.com⁠Website: ⁠https://www.supercede.com⁠ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/supercedehq X:

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00:14:12

Reinsurance News Roundup | August 2025

The Reinsurance Podcast ·

2025/08/26

Ben & Jerad run through what’s happened within the world of reinsurance during the past month.CONNECT WITH US:Say Hello: ⁠producer@thereinsurancepodcast.com⁠Website: ⁠https://www.supercede.com⁠ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/supercedehq X: ⁠https://twitter.com/SupercedeHQ⁠ YouTube:⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@SupercedeHQ⁠ RSS Feed: ⁠https://anchor.fm/s/7e741c8c/podcast/rss⁠ OUTLINE & TIMESTAMPS:(00:00) Intro(03:05) Market scale & positioning (06:09) Reinsurer performance

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00:22:09

John Butler: Insurance for How the World Really Works...

The Reinsurance Podcast ·

2025/08/19

John Butler joins us to unpack his journey from the Lloyd’s market to launching digital-first MGAs. We explore the evolution of reinsurance, embedded insurance opportunities, and why starting from scratch can be a superpower in today’s market. A must-listen for anyone eyeing innovation in the reinsurance space.EPISODE LINKS:John's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-butler-4bb60514/Cohen & Company: https://cohenandcompany.com/CONNECT WITH US:Say Hello:

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00:42:47

David Benyon: Navigating Political Risk | TRP #148

The Reinsurance Podcast ·

2025/08/12

David Benyon joins us to unpack everything from elections and riots to emerging insurance products. We explore market volatility, global flashpoints, and how underwriters, brokers, and cedents can navigate an increasingly unpredictable world.EPISODE LINKS:David's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-benyon-4a14778/The Political Risk: https://www.politicalriskpodcast.com/CONNECT WITH US:Say Hello: ⁠producer@thereinsurancepodcast.com⁠Website: ⁠https://www.supercede.com⁠ LinkedIn:

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00:22:15

James Fisher: Building Reinsurance Careers That...

The Reinsurance Podcast ·

2025/08/05

James Fisher joins us to explore how the U35s are shaking up reinsurance from the inside out. From navigating early-career chaos to creating meaningful industry connections, this episode dives into leadership, inclusion, and why reinsurance needs fresh thinking. Whether you're 25 or 55, there's something here for you.EPISODE LINKS:James's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/itsjamesfisher/Under 35s Reinsurance Group: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/8423043/Gallagher Re:

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00:31:52

Gavin Lillywhite: The Future of Underwriting Isn’t...

The Reinsurance Podcast ·

2025/07/29

Gavin Lillywhite joins us to unpack how underwriting is evolving in the age of AI, capital efficiency, and shifting customer expectations. From exclusion clauses to talent strategy, this episode explores where insurers are getting it wrong - and how smarter tech partnerships could finally push the industry from talk to transformation.EPISODE LINKS:Gavin's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gavin-lillywhite/Xceedance: https://www.xceedance.com/CONNECT WITH US:Say Hello:

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00:27:54

Zac Townsend & Carsten Ragborg: Bitcoin Life...

The Reinsurance Podcast ·

2025/07/22

Life insurance, but make it Bitcoin. Zac Townsend & Carsten Ragborg join us to unpack Meanwhile—the first life insurer built entirely on Bitcoin. We dive into how it works, why it’s gaining traction, and how crypto-native risk transfer could shake up the traditional (re)insurance world.EPISODE LINKS:Zac's LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/zactownsend/⁠Carsten's LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/carstenragborg/CONNECT WITH US:Join the Conversation:

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00:29:03

George Alayon: BMA’s Innovation Agenda in Bermuda |...

The Reinsurance Podcast ·

2025/07/15

George Alayon, Deputy Director of FinTech at the Bermuda Monetary Authority, joins us to unpack how a regulator became a champion of change. From regulatory sandboxes to AI policy papers, George reveals how the BMA is helping shape the future of reinsurance - and why collaboration, not competition, is Bermuda’s secret weapon. EPISODE LINKS:George's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/george-b-alayon-jr-48116154/BMA: https://www.bma.bm/CONNECT WITH US:Join the Conversation:

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