Insurance Covered

Welcome to Insurance Covered, the podcast that covers everything insurance. In this episode, Helen Hopper shares expert advice on how to work well under pressure, manage stress, and build resilience. Discover practical strategies, psychological insights, and the importance of relationship skills in handling pressure effectively. We hope you enjoyed this episode, if you did please subscribe to be n...

Welcome to Insurance Covered, the podcast that covers everything insurance. In this episode Peter is joined by Simon Twitchett, Head of the Management Liability portfolio at Hiscox, and they discuss EPL insurance, what it covers and the evolving EPL claims landscape. We hope you enjoyed this episode, if you did please subscribe to be notified when new episodes release. Hosted on Acast. See acast.c...

Welcome to Insurance Covered, the podcast that covers everything insurance. In this episode Peter is joined by Steve Dukes, CEO of Confused.com, and in this episode they discuss his journey into insurance, Confused.com and the rise of price comparison websites. We hope you enjoyed this episode, if you did please subscribe to be notified when new episodes release. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pri...

Welcome to Insurance Covered, the podcast that covers everything insurance. In this episode Peter is joined by Danilo Raponi, Group Head of Innovation at Generali, and they answer the question 'is insurance failing in its social mission?'. They explore how technology is transforming the insurance industry to better serve the underserved. By leveraging AI, machine learning, and mobile microinsuranc...

Welcome to Insurance Covered, the podcast that covers everything insurance. In this episode, Peter is joined by Ben Phillips of Euclid Financial & Professional risks, who shares his expertise on insurance for financial institutions, covering a broad spectrum of topics including FI insurance types, hot topics like private credit and vehicle finance scandals, and future trends in the industry. W...

Welcome to Insurance Covered, the podcast that covers everything insurance. In this episode we are joined by Brandon Nuttall, Chief Digital and AI Officer at Xceedance, as he unpacks how AI is transforming fraud, from simple exaggerations to sophisticated social engineering, allowing fraudsters to operate like high-tech marketing agencies. Brandon breaks down how traditional detection methods rule...

Welcome to Insurance Covered, the podcast that covers everything insurance. In this episode we explore all things equestrian and insurance with guest Alycia Port, Equine Underwriter at Convex. Alycia explains how equine insurance works and the importance of having it, sharing her experience as both an event rider and equine underwriter. We hope you enjoyed this episode, if you did please subscribe...

Welcome to Insurance Covered, the podcast that covers everything insurance. In this April fools special we explore the quirky world of alien abduction insurance through the lens of journalist Zach Ewell, and Simon Burgess, who according to reports had sold numerous alien abduction policies. Zach Ewell shares insights into the time he interviewed Mike St. Lawrence, the man who first established the...

Welcome to Insurance Covered, the podcast that covers everything insurance. In this conversation, Peter Mansfield and Dr. Victoria Bateman explore the development of social insurance, its historical context, and its evolution into the welfare state. They discuss the differences between social insurance and private insurance, the role of key figures like Priscilla Wakefield and Maggie Lena Walker i...

Welcome to Insurance Covered, the podcast that covers everything insurance. In this conversation, Peter Mansfield and Dr. Hansi Singh delve into the intricate relationship between weather risks and the insurance industry. They explore the scientific principles behind weather phenomena, the impact of climate change on weather patterns, and the advancements in forecasting technology, particularly th...

Welcome to Insurance Covered, the podcast that covers everything insurance. In this episode, Peter Mansfield interviews Lewis Davies, a Senior Development Underwriter specialising in medical malpractice insurance. They explore the intricacies of medical malpractice, including its definition, types of claims, and the roles of various healthcare professionals. The conversation delves into who purcha...

Welcome to Insurance Covered, the podcast that covers everything insurance. In this conversation, Peter Mansfield and Jane Eade discuss the emerging threat of Silent AI in the insurance industry. They explore how AI-related exposures are often not explicitly covered in existing policies, leading to ambiguity and potential claims across various classes. Jane emphasizes the need for clarity in polic...

Welcome to Insurance Covered, the podcast that covers everything insurance. In this episode, Peter Mansfield speaks with Harriet Hughes, an actuary with extensive experience in the insurance industry. They delve into the role of actuaries, exploring how they quantify future uncertainties and assess risks across various sectors, including property and legal entities. Harriet shares her journey from...

Welcome to Insurance Covered, the podcast that covers everything insurance. In our first episode of 2026 Peter is joined by two guests, Belinda Schofield, Chief Executive of The Association of Lloyd's Members (ALM) and Kate Tongue, Executive Director at Argenta Private Capital Limited. In this episode they discuss what a Lloyd's member is, what the benefits are and how to become one. We hope you e...

Welcome to Insurance Covered, the podcast that covers everything insurance. In this conversation, Peter Mansfield and Professor Sir David Spiegelhalter explore the intricate relationship between insurance and uncertainty. They discuss the nature of uncertainty, the role of statistics, and the importance of effective communication in risk assessment. The conversation delves into the types of uncert...

Welcome to Insurance Covered, the podcast that covers everything insurance. In this conversation, Peter Mansfield and Caroline Wagstaff discuss the concept of captive insurance, its benefits, and the current efforts to establish a captive insurance market in London. Caroline shares insights on the regulatory landscape, the historical context of captives, and the potential for growth in the UK mark...

Welcome to Insurance Covered, the podcast that covers everything insurance. In this episode, Peter Mansfield interviews Joshila Sharma, a specialist in Fine Art and Specie Insurance. They explore the broad definitions of fine art and specie, the unique items covered under these insurance policies, and the intersection with cargo insurance. Joshila shares her experiences in the industry, including...

Welcome to Insurance Covered, the podcast that covers everything insurance. In this episode, Peter Mansfield interviews Mark Wheeler, co-CEO of Mosaic Insurance, discussing his journey from underwriter to CEO, the challenges and joys of leadership in the insurance industry, and the impact of geopolitical risks and technological advancements like AI and climate change on the sector. Mark emphasises...

Welcome to Insurance Covered, the podcast that covers everything insurance. In this episode, Peter Mansfield interviews Sandra Lewin, Founder of 100 Women in Insurance. They discuss Sandra's journey into the insurance industry, her motivations for advocating for women, and the importance of celebrating female talent. The conversation covers statistics on women in the insurance market, the challeng...

Welcome to Insurance Covered, the podcast that covers everything insurance. In this episode, Peter Mansfield interviews Lorraine Harfitt, CEO of Asta, to explore the role of Lloyd's Managing Agents. Lorraine shares her journey in the insurance industry, the structure of Lloyd's, and the responsibilities of managing agents. The conversation delves into the differences between managing agents and me...

Welcome to Insurance Covered, the podcast that covers everything insurance. In this episode, Peter Mansfield dives into the intricate world of insurance-linked securities and catastrophe bonds with expert Steve Evans. They explore the convergence of insurance and capital markets, discussing how these financial instruments provide protection against major natural disasters. Steve shares insights on...

Welcome to Insurance Covered, the podcast that covers everything insurance. In this episode, Peter Mansfield is joined by Howard Benge, Director at the Insurance Museum, and they delve into the Great Fire of London, exploring its origins, the conditions leading up to it, and its devastating impact on the city and its inhabitants. They discuss the historical context of London in 1665, the construct...

Welcome to Insurance Covered, the podcast that covers everything insurance. In this engaging conversation, Peter Mansfield and Nick Wealthall explore the intriguing parallels between poker and the insurance industry. They discuss how the skills learned in poker, such as emotional control, decision-making under pressure, and understanding human psychology, can be applied to underwriting and claims...

Welcome to Insurance Covered, the podcast that explores all things insurance. In this episode, Peter is joined by Alun Lucas to talk about online forms: why they often frustrate us, and more importantly, how they can be improved. We discuss why so many organisations, including insurers, rely on online forms to gather information, and how this process can be made better for both the organisation an...

Welcome to Insurance Covered, the podcast that covers everything insurance. In this episode, we dive into the world of insurance innovation with Rosie Denee, Head of Lloyd's Lab. Discover how Lloyd's Lab serves as the innovation engine for the Lloyd's marketplace, supporting the development of new insurance products and de-risking innovation for the market. Rosie shares insights on the evolution o...