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The Practical Protection Podcast

Kathryn Knowles
Protection Insurance
Celiac Disease
Life Insurance
United Kingdom
Insurance Underwriting
Underwriting
Dementia
Joint Life Second Death
Neurofibromatosis Type 1
Income Protection
Cystic Fibrosis
Artificial Intelligence
Early Onset Colorectal Cancer
Trusts In Life Insurance and Critical Illness Policies
Neurofibromatosis Type 2
Vulnerable Clients
Lasting Powers Of Attorney
Fatty Liver Disease
Mental Health
CIDRA 2012

When you set out to get things like life insurance, critical illness cover or income protection, many people do not think that they are going to hit any snags along the way. But! Insurance is a world of risk and there are times that a persons circumstances will make insurers sit back and have an extra think about offering the insurance. Why?! This podcast is designed to answer that why. Kathryn Kn... more

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Hi, everybody, Alan is back with me and we are discussing arranging protection insurance for someone living with dementia. The very first thing that you need to do, in my opinion, is to consider the person as vulnerable, with partners and children be... more

Hi, everybody, I changed my mind and I’ve not done a medical deep dive and instead focused upon who is the ultimate insurer. Sadly, there isn’t one. Our lives would be so much easier if there was…

In this episode I have discussed the things that dif... more

Hi, everybody, instead of doing a health deep dive, Alan had the great idea of doing an episode on being imaginative with client recommendations. There are lots of ways to build protection recommendations, a lot of the time it’s straightforward, but ... more

Hi, everybody, it’s the start of Season 12 and I’m focusing on underdisclosure in protection insurance. Also known as misrepresentation or non-disclosure, this is a situation that everyone wants to avoid. Underdisclosure might not change the terms of... more

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Recent Guests

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Host of The Practical Protection Podcast
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Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 41 ratings
  • A must listen for all advisers.

    If you are looking for your protection CPD look no further. This podcast has it all. You’ll learn things you didn’t know and it will help you in your role.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LegoFlynn
    United Kingdom3 years ago
  • Great resource

    I love both the depth and the breadth that this podcast goes into. It is personally and professionally interesting for me. Thank you !

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Juno No Filler
    United Kingdom5 years ago
  • Really interesting

    Thanks for having such interesting conversations on these topics. I’ve only just started listening but sure am catching up now.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LUFC LK
    United Kingdom5 years ago
  • Excellent job

    This is a hard topic to make engaging but through use of personal stories and Kathryn’s engaging presenting style this works.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MattPitch
    United Kingdom6 years ago
  • Good rapport

    The hosts have a lovely dynamic between. It just sounds like you’re listening into them both chatting over a cuppa. Great way to make a serious topic, relatable and engaging.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ShakyRoo
    United Kingdom6 years ago

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Overall, the host banter and clear explanations make complex topics accessible to non-experts.
Listeners appreciate the practical underwriting insights tied to real-life cases.
The dynamic between hosts is repeatedly highlighted as engaging and relatable.

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What is The Practical Protection Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A practical, consumer-friendly show demystifying life insurance, critical illness, and income protection by pairing an experienced adviser with a trusted co-host. Episodes cover underwriting realities, industry regulation, and real-world case studies that reveal how medical conditions, treatments, or life events shape policy options, pricing, and accessibility. A notable strength is translating technical underwriting concepts into actionable guidance for advisers and prospective applicants, often weaving in personal anecdotes and a clear consumer perspective to keep complex topics approachable.

Overall, the program stands out for its emphasis on vulnerable clients, governance and ethics in protection products, and practical planning strate... more

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