The Journal Podcast

Chartered Insurance Institute

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

  1. Episode 210 - National Apprenticeship Week 2026

    1 DAY AGO

    Episode 210 - National Apprenticeship Week 2026

    Welcome to our National Apprenticeship Week episode of the Journal Podcast. We take a look at insurance apprenticeships, early‑career pathways, and how real apprentices are building their futures in the profession. In this episode, we’ll explore what an insurance apprenticeship actually involves, how apprentices balance work and study, the skills they develop, and how quickly they make an impact. You’ll also hear why employers invest in apprentices, what makes a great apprenticeship experience, and honest advice for anyone considering this route. For more information about the CII Aspire Apprenticeship scheme, please click here: https://www.cii.co.uk/careers-in-insurance/aspire-apprenticeships/?srsltid=AfmBOooC5YD-6eyAuk8wg8y_YcgfYZVwLUUh16coqx5fgN4-MIxBTvAa

    21 min
  2. Episode 209 - Callum Beaton, CII President 2026

    14 JAN

    Episode 209 - Callum Beaton, CII President 2026

    In this episode of the podcast, recorded just before he took office, we speak with the 2026 CII President Callum Beaton FCII. We discuss his theme for his presidential year, his experience and hopes for the future of the profession.

    20 min
  3. Episode 208 - How to boost your wellbeing this winter

    17/12/2025

    Episode 208 - How to boost your wellbeing this winter

    Struggling with motivation, mood, or energy during winter? You’re not alone. In this episode of The Journal Podcast, we speak to Dr Stephanie Fitzgerald, a Chartered Clinical Psychologist and Associate Fellow of the British Psychological Society. We are talking about practical tips to support your mental and emotional wellbeing through the winter months, inspired by psychological insight and real-life experience.

    37 min
  4. Episode 207 - Debunking vulnerability myths

    11/12/2025

    Episode 207 - Debunking vulnerability myths

    In this episode of the podcast we look at debunking some myths around vulnerability and how firms can better serve vulnerable customers. Head of Research and Insight for the CII Group and lead author of 'Managing customer vulnerability in insurance and personal finance' Vanessa Riboloni, is joined in conversation by co-author Martin Grimwood, Director of FWD Consulting and Mandy Hunt, Managing Director Shape Underwriting. Read the guide here: https://media.umbraco.io/ciigroup-dxp/eaedofqi/managing-customer-vulnerability-in-insurance-and-personal-finance-a-practical-implementation-guide.pdf

    46 min
  5. Episode 206 - Commonwealth Insurance Forum: Bridging the protection gap

    10/12/2025

    Episode 206 - Commonwealth Insurance Forum: Bridging the protection gap

    On this podcast we focus on Bridging the Protection Gap in Commonwealth Countries, with Francis de Zulueta & Robbie Lyle from the Commonwealth Insurance Forum.

    39 min
  6. Episode 205 - Vulnerability in the Claims Process

    03/12/2025

    Episode 205 - Vulnerability in the Claims Process

    In this episode, we explore what “vulnerability” really means in the claims journey and why it matters more than ever.   Our guests' share their insights on identifying vulnerable customers, designing inclusive claims processes, and embedding vulnerability management into firm culture. Drawing on the Chartered Insurance Institute’s latest report on Managing Vulnerability in the Insurance and Personal Finance profession, we discuss practical steps for insurers to go beyond the comfortable minimum and deliver genuine, lasting change for customer outcomes. Joining the podcast this week is Claire Lashbrook, Director of Supply Chain at Claims Consortium Group, and Sarah Durkin, Head of Counter Fraud at Woodgate and Clark. You can find a link to the CII's vulnerability report here: https://media.umbraco.io/ciigroup-dxp/eaedofqi/managing-customer-vulnerability-in-insurance-and-personal-finance-a-practical-implementation-guide.pdf

    32 min
  7. Episode 204 - Budget 2025 Special

    26/11/2025

    Episode 204 - Budget 2025 Special

    In this special episode of the Journal Podcast we provide some immediate reaction to the Budget 2025 in relation the insurance and financial planning professions. The episode was recorded on Wednesday 26 November.

    26 min
  8. Episode 203 - Subsidence Claims

    26/11/2025

    Episode 203 - Subsidence Claims

    Are you aware of one of the insurance profession’s fastest-growing challenges? In this week's episode of the Journal podcast, we’re diving into subsidence. We'll be looking at: ➡️ What subsidence is ➡️ Why it’s becoming a bigger concern ➡️ How environmental changes like drought and extreme weather are shaping the risk. We’ll explore the impact of climate change on claims and premiums, practical steps homeowners can take to protect themselves, and how the profession is evolving to meet these challenges over the next decade. Joining us on the podcast are William Quibell, Head of Claims for Ageas UK, and Caroline Elliott-Grey, Senior Product Manager at Lexis Nexis Risk Solutions.

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

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  • Creator
    Chartered Insurance Institute
  • Years Active
    2018 - 2026
  • Episodes
    208
  • Rating
    Clean
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