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In 2024, you and other independent auto insurance sales agents should arm yourselves with the most up-to-date knowledge about the insurance world. Podcasts are a great way to stay in step with what’s happening in your industry. 

These eight podcasts have been exclusively curated to help you broaden your horizons in the business, including beyond just auto coverage. Read on to learn the eight best podcasts for insurance agents, and don’t forget your earbuds! 

1. The Insurance Podcast 

Hosted by Pete Tessier and Curt Wyatt, this podcast focuses extensively on the property and casualty sector. While agents may not find the information as relevant to their own sales practices, the intersection of business leaders, brokers, and insurtech guests can help offer agents an inside look at what the future holds for the wider industry. The hosts also regularly appear at Insuretech Connect. Recent episodes include topics about AI and generative models, the rise of Asia as a market, and the future of the industry. 

2. The Insurance Guys Podcast 

For a real-world look at the grit and grime that comes with the territory of sales, The Insurance Guys podcast fits the bill. Hosted by Scott Howell and Bradley Flowers, this podcast focuses specifically on real-life examples of hiring agents, operating a sales process, and many of the day-to-day difficulties and successes that come from running a profitable agency. The most recent episodes include topics on pivoting from commercial to personal products, an in-depth consulting session with an agency owner, and balancing work and family life. 

3. Agency Intelligence Podcast 

With a staggering 1,600+ episodes, this podcast focuses on the fundamentals of agency operations, including handling the psychological toll of sales, building institutional knowledge, and interviews with top industry experts. Agency owners and influencers alike participate weekly on the podcast, and agents will have an opportunity to learn from the best! 

4. Insurance Journal Podcast 

Operated by Insurance Journal, one of the premier authorities on all things related to the insurance world, the Insurance Journal podcast covers a huge breadth of content about the industry, including emerging topics like climate risk, AI, and new markets. While the podcast does not exclusively cover auto-related content, it’s a must-listen for auto policy sales agents looking to broaden their horizons about the wider industry. 

5. Profiles in Risk 

Looking for something a little nerdier? Profiles in Risk, a podcast focusing on the insurtech world, has you covered. Recent episodes cover topics like social media marketing, personal injury, and interviews with executives of firms, including Alexis Vaughn and Todd Greenbaum. As the description on Apple Podcasts states: “This is not your grandpa’s insurance industry!” 

6. McKinsey on Insurance 

McKinsey, one of the three so-called “MBB” firms and a giant of the consulting world, hosts a podcast called “McKinsey on Insurance” that focuses on a variety of topics, including life, commercial property, casualty, and more. These podcasts emphasize a larger, more macro-looking view of the industry, as well as interviews with major industry players and executives. 

7. Agent Survival Guide Podcast 

With hundreds of episodes, this podcast explores the niche market of agents who sell products like Medicare Supplements, Advantage, and other services, including life insurance and annuities. While not directly related to the auto world, it’s a great way to learn how to structure your sales processes and navigate the latest developments in tech. 

8. The Insurance Buzz 

Hosted by the intrepid couple Michael and Courtney Weaver, The Insurance Buzz podcast helps agents maximize their sales with training tips, motivational accolades, and in-the-field interviews with the most successful agents in the business. Recent podcasts from the duo include navigating the holiday season, optimizing contact-to-quote ratios, and the value of purchased commercial leads. 

Choosing the Right Auto Insurance Partner 

Having the right knowledge and know-how on building a successful agency goes a long way, and so does having a trusted insurance partner like Bluefire Insurance. To learn more about Bluefire Insurance’s auto offerings, get in touch today!