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InsTech - insurance & innovation with Matthew Grant & Robin Merttens

InsTech
Generative AI
Instabase
Insurance Industry
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ESG
AI Hub
Insurance Technology
Aon
Algorithmic Underwriting
Embedded Insurance
Risk Management
Insurance
P&C Underwriting
Hurricane Otis
Digital Transformation
Insuretech
Reinsurance
Inversion
Sustainability
Ki Insurance

Bringing together the best technology and innovation for insurance and risk management together from around the world. Podcast hosted by Matthew Grant.

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Latest Episodes

This week we bring you an episode of Bootstrap Confidential featuring InsTech’s very own CEO, Matthew Grant, who joined Charles Green in the latter half of 2025 to reflect on the eight-year journey of building InsTech from the ground up without outsi... more

In this episode, Robin Merttens is joined by Andy Yeoman, CEO of Concirrus, to unpack how a key player in marine insurance tech has reinvented itself as a core platform provider for the specialty market, and what that transformation says about where ... more

How can AI weather models improve the accuracy and scale of catastrophe modelling?

Matthew Grant is joined by David Wood, Managing Director at JBA Risk Management, and Jochen Papenbrock, Head of Financial Technology (EMEA) at NVIDIA, to explore how ... more

In this episode, Robin Merttens is joined by Dr Thomas Kuhnt (HDI Global SE), Ed Ackerman (Qover) and Vincent De Ponthaud (AXA) for a rare C-suite perspective on Agentic AI — what it is, how it's being deployed and why senior leaders are walking a ti... more

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Recent Guests

Charles Green
Host of Bootstrap Confidential
Bootstrap Confidential
Episode: Bootstrap Confidential Episode 11: Building a bootstrapped exit with Matthew Grant (390)
Jack Miller
Co-founder and CEO of Nettle
Nettle
Episode: Jack Miller, Co-founder & CEO: nettle: Reinventing risk engineering with AI (384)
Richard Gunn
President and CRO of Hyper Exponential
Hyper Exponential
Episode: Richard Gunn, President & CRO: hyperexponential: What it takes to scale insurtech across markets (383)
Matthew Grant
Expert in catastrophe modeling with 25 years of experience
InsTech
Episode: How to leverage AI and third-party data in catastrophe modelling (378)
Julian Schoemig
CEO and co-founder of Diesta
Diesta
Episode: Julian Schoemig, CEO: Diesta: Why insurance still struggles to move money (376)
Richard Hartley
CEO and co-founder of Cytora
Cytora
Episode: Richard Hartley, CEO: Cytora: Transforming risk in insurance: lessons from Cytora’s journey (373)
Jonathan Spry
CEO and co-founder of Envelop Risk
Envelop Risk
Episode: Jonathan Spry, Co-founder & CEO: Envelop Risk: How portfolio thinking and data science are rewiring cyber reinsurance (372)
Chris Quirk
VP and General Manager of Insurance Ecosystems
Insurity
Episode: Christopher Quirk, VP & General Manager, MGA Markets: Insurity: The global push: Why US insurance tech is eyeing Europe (371)
Bob Frady
CEO and Co-founder of PropertyLens, former CEO of Hazard Hub
PropertyLens
Episode: Bob Frady, CEO & Co-founder: PropertyLens: What startups get wrong about risk, data and dilution – and how to get it right (367)

Hosts

Matthew Grant
Host of the InsTech Podcast, specializing in insurance technology and innovation discussions.
Robin Merttens
Co-host of the InsTech Podcast, engaging in insightful dialogues about insurtech and its future.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 90 ratings
  • Captivating and Ins-ight-full !!

    Full marks to Matthew and team for doing a great job ! I chanced upon this podcast during the pandemic and quickly binge heard 50 odd episodes fromthem 😀. I appreciate the authenticity of the hosts and the quality of the conversations ! This podcast reignited my passion in insurance and frankly was a re-calling on a industry I was beginning to give up on !! I cannot thank you guys enough for the impact you had on me and the industry at large !! My every industry leader conversation is now that... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Vamdan
    United States3 years ago
  • Essential listening!

    Always a great listen with interesting guests, discussion and insights.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JG897547863739
    United Kingdom3 years ago
  • Must-listen for InsTech Entrepreneurs & Innovators

    The Instech Podcast expertly demystifies the complex insurance landscape with engaging discussions and deep insights. The hosts' knowledge and enjoyable delivery make it a must-listen for anyone interested in insurtech. Highly recommended!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Max_CR
    Germany3 years ago
  • This podcast is becoming very commercial

    Was the best insurance podcast. Lately it’s becoming promotional and very little information about the topic. Very disappointing!

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    an342g
    United States4 years ago
  • Captivating and Ins-ight-full !!

    Full marks to the team for doing a great job ! This is a career defining podcast for me, and frankly a calling !! Keep it up and one day I will be your guest 😜

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Vamdan
    United States4 years ago

Listeners Say

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Listeners find the conversations captivating and insightful, praising the hosts' authenticity and the quality of the discussions.
There are high commendations for the podcast's ability to provide clarity in a complex insurance landscape, making it essential listening for professionals in the field.
Some critics note a shift towards more commercial content recently, indicating a desire for a balance between promotional material and substantive insight.

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Talking Points

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Andy Yeoman, Founder & CEO: Concirrus: Bringing the joy back to underwriting (389)
Q: What does the future hold for Concirrus in the context of the MGA rise?
With MGAs quickly outperforming traditional carriers, there will be increased demand for advanced technology solutions tailored to their needs.
Andy Yeoman, Founder & CEO: Concirrus: Bringing the joy back to underwriting (389)
Q: What were the reasons for pivoting from marine to a multi-line solution?
The pivot was necessary due to challenges seen across many lines of business and the need for a modern and comprehensive platform that could integrate seamlessly.
Where is the industry today? - a view from the C-suite (387)
Q: How do you balance driving enthusiasm for AI adoption with the need for governance?
The panelists highlight the enthusiasm for technology coming from business and the cooperation required from IT to support that transformation effectively.
Where is the industry today? - a view from the C-suite (387)
Q: What goes through your mind? What issues do you face?
The panel discusses the challenge of balancing the potential of emerging technology with the risks involved, emphasizing the importance of measured investment and strategic decision-making.
Jonathan Rake, CEO, Risk Data Solutions: Swiss Re: The case for certainty and real-time insight in insurance (380)
Q: What are the strong themes coming out that people want help with?
On the insurance side, certainty of insights in real time, and on the corporate side, regulatory changes and supply chain risks are the main needs that clients want to address.

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Centered around the intersection of insurance and technology, the content explores various innovations in the insurance industry while addressing pertinent issues related to risk management. Conversations frequently involve industry leaders and experts discussing advancements in catastrophe modeling, artificial intelligence, and unique approaches to underwriting. The podcast stands out for its focus on real-world applications of technology in the insurance sector, providing valuable insights into the challenges and opportunities faced by professionals in this rapidly evolving field. Listeners can expect both educational and thought-provoking discussions, suitable for those deeply involved in or curious about insurtech.

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1. The a16z Show
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InsTech launched 9 years ago and published 300 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on InsTech include:

1. Charles Green
2. Jack Miller
3. Richard Gunn
4. Matthew Grant
5. Julian Schoemig
6. Richard Hartley
7. Jonathan Spry
8. Chris Quirk

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