The Journal Podcast

The Journal Podcast from the Chartered Insurance Institute, formerly CII Radio.

The Journal Podcast is a business podcast hosted by Chartered Insurance Institute, with 228 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Chartered Insurance Institute hosts The Journal Podcast, a business show with 228 episodes published.

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  Episode 230 - Political Violence & Terrorism Insurance

  Jul 29, 202640 min

  How do insurers protect businesses against terrorism, civil unrest, and war? In the latest Journal Podcast, we explore the unpredictable world of Political Violence & Terrorism Insurance. ️ We discuss: ✅ The risks this specialist cover protects against ✅ How geopolitical tensions are shaping the insurance market ✅ The challenges of underwriting an increasingly unpredictable world ✅ Why this area of insurance offers such a fascinating career path Joining the podcast is James Thomas, Head of Specialty, and Akash Singh, Senior Exposure Analyst, both from Antares.

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  Episode 229 - Commonwealth Insurance Forum: Insurance-Linked Securities

  Jul 22, 202640 min

  Can capital markets help solve insurance's biggest challenges? In this episode of The Journal Podcast, we speak to Commonwealth Insurance Forum founders Robbie Lyle and Francis de Zulueta, about growing global risks and the role insurance-linked securities can play in closing the protection gap. From catastrophe bonds to cyber risk, we explore how insurance-linked securities are reshaping the way risk is financed in the global insurance market.

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  Episode 228 - Disability inclusion in the workplace

  Jul 15, 202651 min

  In this episode, we are joined by Eddie Grant, Disability and Access Ambassador for Insurance, and Kate Headley, co-founder and CEO of The Clear Company, a leading culture, diversity and inclusion consultancy. Kate was appointed Disability and Access Ambassador for Recruitment in 2022 and is a leading voice in helping organisations create more inclusive workplaces. We'll discuss the progress being made towards greater disability inclusion across UK workplaces. We'll explore the role of the Disability and Access Ambassadors, the impact of the Keep Britain Working review, what organisations can do to move beyond compliance and create genuinely inclusive cultures, and how sectors such as insurance and financial planning can play a leading role in improving outcomes for disabled people. You can find out more about the Disability Access Symposium here: www.cii.co.uk/cii-events/disabil…ss-symposium-2026/

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  Episode 227 - Kidnap & Ransom Insurance

  Jul 8, 202639 min

  Kidnap and ransom insurance is often seen as a niche product for high-profile individuals, but is that really the case? In this episode, we're joined by Alexander Beaton, Practice Leader of Kidnap, War and Piracy at CFC, to explore what K&R insurance covers, who needs it, how claims are managed in real-world crisis situations, and the emerging risks shaping the future of this specialist market — from geopolitical instability to AI-powered virtual kidnappings.

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  Episode 226 - National Consultation: Telematics and young drivers safety

  Jul 1, 202633 min

  In the latest Journal Podcast episode, we explore the CII consultation on the role insurers can play in improving road safety for young drivers, following a report from the Coroner's office of Coventry and Warwickshire into the tragic deaths of Harry Purcell and Matilda (Tilly) Seccombe. We discuss: ✅ What the consultation is, it's purpose and impact on the insurance profession ✅ How telematics can move beyond pricing risk to helping reduce it ✅ Why better communication and transparency could increase trust among young drivers and parents ✅ The power of feedback, coaching and gamification to encourage safer driving habits Talking to us about this consultation are Adam Harper, Executive Director: Strategy, Advocacy & Professional Standards at the CII Group; Thomas Clarke, Motor Strategy Director, and Warren Carley, Vertical Principle, both from Lexis Nexis Risk Solutions. It's a fascinating discussion on the future of road safety, technology and insurance—and why collaboration across insurers, families and vehicle manufacturers matters more than ever. 🎧 Listen now To contribute to the CII consultation, please click here: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=MXvnnpM1cUS8ZcFjr1z37Hyzz5cc1elDgyO71ib8bc9UOUdIMkVCRFEySDNNSURBUU5PQkQyRzhCVi4u&route=shorturl

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