Brittany Baker from CyberCube unpacks the complexities of modelling cyber catastrophes, the rise of cyber cat bonds, and how re/insurers are grappling with aggregation risk in a man-made peril unlike any other. EPISODE LINKS: Brittany's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brittany-baker-b8709121/ CyberCube: https://www.cybcube.com/ CONNECT WITH US: Join the Conversation: https://forms.gle/ZtofYjbgpLQVaXQ16 Say Hello: producer@thereinsurancepodcast.com Website: https://www.supercede.com...
Jun 24, 2025•45 min
Straight from the floor of TMPAA, Jerad catches up with Barry Plummer and Calum Williams from Aegis to dive into what’s powering the rapid rise in the programme space.EPISODE LINKS:Calum's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/calum-williams-insurance/ Barry's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/barry-plummer-2830159b/ AEGIS London: https://aegislondon.co.uk/ CONNECT WITH US: Join the Conversation: https://forms.gle/ZtofYjbgpLQVaXQ16 Say Hello: producer@thereinsurancepodcast.com Website:...
Jun 12, 2025•13 min
Ray Hannon joins us at TMPAA to explore how leading carriers are navigating the MGA explosion. We cover AI’s real-world underwriting use cases, data presentation as a competitive edge, and why smart capital is chasing precision—not scale. A candid look at profit-first growth in today’s programme market.EPISODE LINKS:Raymond's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/raymond-hannan-a734b025/ Westfield: https://www.westfieldinsurance.com/ CONNECT WITH US: Join the Conversation: https://forms.gle/Zto...
Jun 11, 2025•19 min
Rick Farmer joins us at TMPAA to unpack what separates great MGAs from the rest. From data transparency and underwriting rigour to niche market empathy, we explore how the best MGAs earn trust, unlock capacity, and shape the future of insurance distribution.EPISODE LINKS:Rick's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rickjfarmer/ Berkshire Hathaway GUARD: https://www.guard.com/ CONNECT WITH US: Join the Conversation: https://forms.gle/ZtofYjbgpLQVaXQ16 Say Hello: producer@thereinsurancepodcast...
Jun 10, 2025•23 min
Matthew Jones of MS Transverse joins us at TMPAA to unpack how his VC background shapes their approach to MGA partnerships. We dive into data challenges, niche lines, and why the future belongs to agile underwriters. From $2.2B in premium to untapped corners of the market—this one's packed.EPISODE LINKS:Matthew's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthewcjones1/ MS Transverse: https://mstransverse.com/ CONNECT WITH US: Join the Conversation: https://forms.gle/ZtofYjbgpLQVaXQ16 Say Hello: ...
Jun 08, 2025•19 min
Patrick Charles of SiriusPoint joins us at TMPAA to unpack the MGA boom, why expert underwriters are breaking out, and how data’s gone from advantage to expectation. We dive into capital deployment, AI’s role in efficiency, and why betting on yourself might just be the smartest move in insurance today.EPISODE LINKS:Patrick's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/patrick-charles-7a30891/ SiriusPoint: https://www.siriuspt.com/ CONNECT WITH US: Join the Conversation: https://forms.gle/ZtofYjbgpLQV...
Jun 05, 2025•12 min
Kevin O’Connor of Everspan joins us live at Target Markets to break down the MGA boom, the rise of alternative capital, and why reinsurers are circling the space. From data to distribution, we dig into what’s driving programme growth—and why speed, specialisation, and synergy are the name of the game.EPISODE LINKS:Kevin's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-oconnor-028409119/ Everspan: https://www.everspangroup.com/ CONNECT WITH US: Join the Conversation: https://forms.gle/ZtofYjbgpLQVa...
May 27, 2025•11 min
Dawn Walker of AM Best joins us live from Target Markets to unpack how MGAs can stand out in a crowded field. From performance assessments to data transparency, we explore what it really takes to secure capacity and keep it.EPISODE LINKS:Dawn's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dawn-walker-mba-arm-9150bb6b/ AM Best: https://web.ambest.com/home CONNECT WITH US: Join the Conversation: https://forms.gle/ZtofYjbgpLQVaXQ16 Say Hello: producer@thereinsurancepodcast.com Website: https://www....
May 14, 2025•14 min
Renewal season: spreadsheets everywhere, deals flying, chaos reigning. In this episode, Ben and Jerad lift the lid on the messy reality of managing reinsurance renewals - from missed authorisations to rogue WhatsApp updates. Why is the industry still stuck in spreadsheet hell, and how can we finally fix it? CONNECT WITH US: Join the Conversation: https://forms.gle/ZtofYjbgpLQVaXQ16 Say Hello: producer@thereinsurancepodcast.com Website: https://www.supercede.com LinkedIn: https://www.link...
May 06, 2025•19 min
We explore how cedents and brokers can use stronger submission packs to actively influence reinsurance pricing. From showcasing portfolio quality to shifting negotiations in your favour, we break down how better information actually moves rates. CONNECT WITH US: Join the Conversation: https://forms.gle/ZtofYjbgpLQVaXQ16 Say Hello: producer@thereinsurancepodcast.com Website: https://www.supercede.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/supercedehq X: https://twitter.com/SupercedeH...
Apr 29, 2025•21 min
Xander Georgetti joins us to share how he pivoted from finance into reinsurance broking - powered by connections, not job boards. We explore the impact of the Under 35s network, why reinsurance isn’t boring, and how every background has a place in the industry.EPISODE LINKS:Xander's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexander-xander-georgetti-acca-632322b3/ U35s Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6uITL6mktFSn3AQvFvW0XR?si=70dbf4bf19eb4d15 CONNECT WITH US: Join the Conversation: https...
Apr 22, 2025•23 min
We explore what market crashes really mean for capacity, capital flows, and underwriting decisions, helping you stay sharp in an increasingly unpredictable risk environment; unpacking how global economic shocks - from tariffs to cat bond volatility - are influencing reinsurance strategy.CONNECT WITH US: Join the Conversation: https://forms.gle/ZtofYjbgpLQVaXQ16 Say Hello: producer@thereinsurancepodcast.com Website: https://www.supercede.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/supe...
Apr 15, 2025•37 min
Bethany Vohlers, Model & Product Specialist at Moody’s, joins us to unpack cyber modelling, systemic risk, and why we haven’t seen “the big one” yet. From ransomware to nation-state threats, it’s a must-listen for anyone tackling digital risk. EPISODE LINKS: Bethany's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bvohlers/ Moody's: https://www.moodys.com/web/en/us/who-we-serve/insurance.html CONNECT WITH US: Join the Conversation: https://forms.gle/ZtofYjbgpLQVaXQ16 Say Hello: producer@thereinsu...
Apr 08, 2025•38 min
Alex Hearn, founder of Slipcase, joins us with Dip Chowdhury to unpack how insurance professionals can cut through the noise with smarter content curation. We explore Slipcase’s journey, the future of thought leadership, and why distribution is just as crucial as content in today’s info-saturated insurance and reinsurance world. EPISODE LINKS: Alex's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alex-hearn-30a23026/Dip's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/diptarko-chowdhury/ Slipcase: https://www.sli...
Apr 01, 2025•40 min
Ben & Jerad run through what’s happened within the world of reinsurance during the past month.CONNECT WITH US:Join the Conversation: https://forms.gle/ZtofYjbgpLQVaXQ16Say Hello: producer@thereinsurancepodcast.comWebsite: https://www.supercede.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/supercedehq Twitter: https://twitter.com/SupercedeHQ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SupercedeHQ RSS Feed: https://anchor.fm/s/7e741c8c/podcast/rss OUTLINE & TIMESTAMPS:(00:00) Intro(00...
Mar 28, 2025•9 min
James Fisher, Jenny Tilley, and Xander Georgetti from the Under 35s Reinsurance Group join us to unpack how this volunteer-led committee is shaping the industry. From global tours to legendary pub quizzes and powerful training programmes, we explore how the next generation is connecting, learning, and leading across reinsurance. EPISODE LINKS: U35s Group: https://www.under35s.com/ James's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/itsjamesfisher/ Jenny's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenny-ti...
Mar 25, 2025•31 min
Gen AI is here, but what does it really mean for reinsurance? We dive into the transformative power of AI with Lara and Ben from Elixirr. From workflow automation to underwriting co-pilots, we unpack where AI is heading and how the reinsurance industry can keep up.EPISODE LINKS:Lara's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/larakottsieper/ Ben's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-gower-7a0a6485/ Elixirr: https://www.elixirr.com/ CONNECT WITH US: Join the Conversation: https://forms.gle/Zto...
Mar 18, 2025•51 min
Curtis Goldsborough - aka LO$$ RATIO - joins us to talk about insurance’s trust problem, the rise of self-inspections, and how social media is shaking up the industry. From wild inspection stories to serious industry insights, this episode is a must-listen for anyone in insurance.EPISODE LINKS:Curtis's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/curtis-goldsborough/ National Insurance Inspection Services: https://www.nationalis.com/ CONNECT WITH US: Join the Conversation: https://forms.gle/ZtofYjbgpL...
Mar 11, 2025•40 min
Reinsurance has long been dominated by a handful of mega-brokers, but the tide appears to be turning. Challenger brokers are leveraging technology, agility, and niche expertise to win business from the incumbents. Learn how smaller players are outmanoeuvring legacy firms, securing major clients, and reshaping the future of the market. CONNECT WITH US: Join the Conversation: https://forms.gle/ZtofYjbgpLQVaXQ16 Say Hello: producer@thereinsurancepodcast.com Website: https://www.supercede.com...
Mar 04, 2025•28 min
James Lakin, Co-Lead of Outwards Reinsurance at MS Amlin, comes on to unpack what it really takes to optimise a global reinsurance programme. We discuss the strategic game of data, relationships, and market timing. EPISODE LINKS: James's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-lakin-12bb45325/ MS Amlin: https://www.msamlin.com CONNECT WITH US: Join the Conversation: https://forms.gle/ZtofYjbgpLQVaXQ16 Say Hello: producer@thereinsurancepodcast.com Website: https://www.supercede.com Li...
Feb 25, 2025•33 min
How should global insurers buy reinsurance? Too often, they’re stuck cleaning up data instead of making strategic moves. We explore smarter portfolio management, optimising retentions, and using tech to unlock real leverage.EPISODE LINKS:Supercede Deals: https://www.supercede.com/placement-deals Tom Wakefield Renewals Lecture: https://youtu.be/gzZgjT2PWaE CONNECT WITH US: Join the Conversation: https://forms.gle/ZtofYjbgpLQVaXQ16 Say Hello: producer@thereinsurancepodcast.com Website: http...
Feb 18, 2025•24 min
Amrit Santhirasenan, CEO & Co-founder of hyperexponential, joins us to unpack how technology is revolutionising pricing in reinsurance. From ditching Excel to harnessing AI, we explore why the future of underwriting is smarter, faster, and more dynamic than ever before.EPISODE LINKS:Amrit's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amritsanthirasenan/ hyperexponential: https://www.hyperexponential.com/ CONNECT WITH US: Join the Conversation: https://forms.gle/ZtofYjbgpLQVaXQ16 Say Hello: pro...
Feb 11, 2025•39 min
Mark Wheeler, Co-founder & Co-CEO of Mosaic, explores the rapid rise of this specialty insurer. We dive into Mosaic’s hybrid model, the power of syndication, and how reinsurance fuels its growth. Plus, insights on climate risk, geopolitical volatility, and why Bermuda remains the epicentre of global risk innovation. EPISODE LINKS: Mark's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/markhwheeler/ Mosaic: https://www.mosaicinsurance.com/ CONNECT WITH US: Join the Conversation: https://forms.gle/Ztof...
Feb 04, 2025•14 min
Ben & Tom run through what’s happened within the world of reinsurance during the past month.LA Wildfires:Estimated losses ranging from $10-45 billion.The difficulty in predicting loss estimates due to varying projections from different suppliers.State Farm's claims payments of nearly half a billion dollars (home and auto combined), including vehicle losses.Impact of reinsurance retention and buying strategies on losses.Bermuda’s exposure to the losses and the impact on reinsurance stock.The ...
Jan 31, 2025•15 min
Discover practical ways to structure your information, strengthen your broker relationships, and leverage technology so even the ‘little guy’ can win attractive reinsurance terms. Plus, hear about solutions for turning chaos into clarity—helping smaller cedents punch above their weight. EPISODE LINKS: Join the Conversation: https://forms.gle/ZtofYjbgpLQVaXQ16 📖 READ: Reinsurance Data: Struggles and Solutions https://supercede.com/blog/reinsurance-data-struggles-and-solutions 📖 READ: How to Buy...
Jan 29, 2025•32 min
Tom Wakefield, Global CEO of Gallagher Re, joins Ben Rose as part of an official Chartered Insurance Institute (CII) event. Tom shares exclusive insights from Gallagher Re’s 1st View report and the 1 January 2025 renewals. Join us for an in-depth look at key market drivers, evolving capacity, and forward-looking trends shaping the global reinsurance landscape, followed by a dynamic Q&A session for deeper audience engagement. EPISODE LINKS: Tom's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tom-wake...
Jan 21, 2025•58 min
Tom returns to delve into the role of data within insurance and reinsurance. They discuss why companies gather so much data, whether it’s used effectively, and the industry’s push to standardise and share information. Discover how better data can transform underwriting decisions and partnerships. CONNECT WITH US: Say Hello: producer@thereinsurancepodcast.com Website: https://www.supercede.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/supercedehq Twitter: https://twitter.com/SupercedeHQ ...
Jan 14, 2025•24 min
The 2025 January reinsurance renewal season revealed key trends shaping the industry: property cat rate softening, persistent challenges in lower layers, and a renewed focus on specialty lines. Cedents with robust data strategies secured better outcomes, while cyber reinsurance matured into a stable, non-proportional market. CONNECT WITH US: Say Hello: producer@thereinsurancepodcast.com Website: https://www.supercede.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/supercedehq Twitter: http...
Jan 07, 2025•33 min
As 2024 draws to a close, Tom Spier joins to dissect the year's biggest industry moves. From Lloyd's record results and market bifurcation trends to Willis' highly anticipated return to reinsurance broking, this episode unpacks the key developments shaping the market heading into 2025. CONNECT WITH US: Say Hello: producer@thereinsurancepodcast.com Website: https://www.supercede.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/supercedehq Twitter: https://twitter.com/SupercedeHQ YouTube: ...
Dec 30, 2024•10 min
Jerad and Tom explore the intricate dance of price adequacy in reinsurance. From market cycles to the importance of terms and conditions, they delve into how insurers and reinsurers navigate sustainability, profitability, and long-term partnerships in a constantly shifting landscape. CONNECT WITH US: Say Hello: producer@thereinsurancepodcast.com Website: https://www.supercede.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/supercedehq Twitter: https://twitter.com/SupercedeHQ YouTube: ...
Dec 24, 2024•12 min
