AM Best Audio Podcast

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AM Best: Protectionist Policies Threaten Global Reinsurance Markets

Angela Yeo and Mahesh Mistry, AM Best, said requirements forcing reinsurance in local markets are spreading from emerging to developed economies. Both spoke with AM Best TV at AM Best's Europe Insurance Market & Methodology Briefings – London.

12-12
05:52

JD Power’s Martin: What Insurance Customers Really Think About AI

Craig Martin, managing director and global head of wealth & lending intelligence, J.D. Power, explains new findings on consumer hopes and concerns surrounding insurers’ growing use of artificial intelligence.

12-11
10:12

Conning’s Dobbins Forecasts Strong but Slowing P/C Growth as Catastrophe Losses and Inflation Shape 2025–2027 Outlook

Alan Dobbins, director of insurance research at Conning outlines decelerating premium growth, persistent catastrophe pressures, moderating inflation, and steady investment income as the key forces defining the property/casualty insurance sector’s performance over the next several years.

12-10
13:47

North Carolina's Gorman: Cyberthreats, Disasters Fuel Corporate Interest in Self-Insurance

Lori Gorman, deputy insurance commissioner, North Carolina, said harder markets and emerging risks are spurring companies to seek customized coverage. Gorman spoke with AM Best TV at the Vermont Captive Insurance Association Conference, Burlington.

12-09
04:40

Common Cases Prevalent in Real Estate Errors & Omissions (E&O) Claims

Expert Service Provider examines Real Estate E&O Claims and reducing risk factors.

12-08
06:39

U. of SC’s Niehaus: Tax Regimes Reshape Insurer Strategy

Gregory Niehaus, professor of finance and insurance, University of South Carolina’s Darla Moore School of Business, discusses how taxes shape insurers’ capital, investment strategy and competitiveness, including offshore structures.

12-05
20:53

DXC Technology’s Pieroni: Agentic AI To ‘Eliminate Laggards and Accelerate Leaders’

Bill Pieroni, global AI, strategy and growth leader at DXC Technology, says the insurance sector has reached a tipping point in the use of technology, process and organizational innovation to propel use of artificial intelligence that will “eliminate laggards and accelerate leaders.” Pieroni spoke with AM Best TV at the InsureTech Connect 2025 conference, Las Vegas.

12-04
06:23

kWh Analytics CEO: Resilient Renewable Assets Offer Insurers New Risk, Pricing Opportunities

Jason Kaminsky, CEO, kWh Analytics, discusses how resilient renewable energy assets, built with smart design and proactive management, help insurers differentiate risk and improve coverage for extreme weather events.

12-03
12:48

TransUnion’s Foy: Customer Demands, Cyberrisk, Digital Engagement Drive 2026 Insurance Trends

Patrick Foy, senior director, strategic planning, TransUnion’s insurance business, discusses how evolving customer expectations and digital demands are reshaping commercial insurance heading into 2026.

12-02
14:01

Johnson Lambert’s Fuge: How Insurers Can Prep for the Next Wave of Automation, Analytics

Johnson Lambert’s Chief Innovation Officer Dave Fuge explained how insurers can strengthen data quality, redesign workflows, and balance innovation with governance to fully harness the power of AI.

12-01
10:37

Lancashire's Maloney Advises 'Cycle Discipline' as Insurance Markets Face New Pressures

Alex Maloney, group CEO, Lancashire Group, points to accepting market cycles, building strong relationships, and avoiding quick fixes as competition intensifies. Maloney spoke with AM Best TV at the Rendez-Vous de Septembre in Monte Carlo.

11-28
06:28

Peak Re CEO: Insurance Sector Aims to Catch Up With Asia’s Rapid Growth

Peak Re CEO Franz Hahn says India’s market is the “most interesting” in Asia, as demographics and technology shape each Asian economy as the insurance sector seeks to catch up with this fast-growing region. Hahn spoke with AM Best TV at the 21st Singapore International Reinsurance Conference.

11-27
09:38

From Incident to Analysis: The Science of Human Factors Investigations

An Nguyen from Expert Service Provider S-E-A discusses how Human Factors Analysis is typically conducted and how it is used in forensic investigations.

11-26
15:54

Combatting Nuclear Verdicts in Plaintiff-Friendly Jurisdictions

Attorneys John “Jack” Delany, Gary Samms and John Hare, from Qualified Member law firm Marshall Dennehey discuss the best approaches for attorneys to prevent nuclear verdicts in the courtroom. 

11-25
29:00

LIMRA’s Golembiewski: Annuity Sales Surge as Investors Seek Guaranteed Retirement Income

Keith Golembiewski, AVP, director, annuity research, LIMRA, discusses 2025 growth in registered index-linked and variable annuities, driven by market volatility and guaranteed income demand, with overall annuity sales projected over $450 billion.

11-24
19:21

MS Reinsurance CEO: Underwriting Discipline Key in Shifting Market

Robert Wiest, CEO, MS Reinsurance, discusses reinsurance trends, the importance of underwriting discipline and strategies for managing risk in a changing market. Wiest spoke with AM Best TV at the Rendez-Vous de Septembre conference, Monte Carlo.

11-21
07:23

Beat Capital’s Cavanagh: MGAs Evolve Into Leaders

John Cavanagh, co-founder, Beat Capital Partners, discusses how managing general agents matured into underwriting leaders, specialty growth, client focus and responses to emerging risks. Cavanagh spoke with AM Best TV at the Rendez-Vous de Septembre conference, Monte Carlo.

11-20
09:36

HUB’s Bot: Rising Specialty Drugs, Inflation Challenge Employer Benefits

Kirsten Bot, national director, actuarial services and financial consulting, HUB International, discusses emerging trends in benefits and how proactive strategies can curb medical and pharmaceutical inflation.

11-19
14:49

IIABA’s Riedel: Social Inflation Drives Premium Pressure, Market Shifts for Agents

Nathan Riedel, SVP, federal government affairs, Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America, discusses how social inflation and litigation funding drive claims costs and premiums, and how agents can educate clients and advocate for reforms.

11-18
11:46

MapleTech’s Blackley: Company Balancing AI Innovation With Human Connection

Matt Blackley, president and CEO, MapleTech, discusses how the company is leveraging AI, cloud-native platforms and intelligent automation to transform insurance operations while keeping client relationships and human trust at the forefront.

11-17
07:01

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