The Reinsurance Podcast

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...

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-aaa...

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/ A...

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...

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-...

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...

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-...

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/...

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....

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...

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.com ⁠ Website: ⁠https://www.sup...

Ben & Jerad run through what’s happened within the world of reinsurance during the past month. CONNECT WITH US: Say Hello: ⁠ producer@thereinsurancepodcast.com ⁠ Website: ⁠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/podca...

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/ C...

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:...

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/itsjame...

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/i...

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.li...

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-...

James Robinson, co-founder of Cactus, joins us from Bermuda to share how a holiday turned into a thriving insurtech journey. From launching Marmalade (now Cactus Risk Studio) to navigating Lloyd’s Lab and Bermuda’s unique market dynamics, James unpacks the highs, hurdles, and hilarity of building reinsurance tech in paradise. EPISODE LINKS:James's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jpr-bm/...

Rosie Denée, Head of Innovation, Commercial Education and Engagement at Lloyd's, joins Ben live in Bermuda to explore the Lloyd's Lab’s first reinsurance-focused accelerator on the island. They dive into the Lloyd’s–BMA partnership, why Bermuda is critical for innovation, and how Cohort 14 is tackling real industry challenges. EPISODE LINKS:Rosie's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in...

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/Z...

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 C...

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/ West...

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:...

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:/...