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Episode 92 | July 11, 2025

Flying Solo: If I Had a Magic Wand…

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Ever wish you could wave a wand and solve the insurance industry's biggest headaches? In this solo episode, Reid dives into a conversation inspired by guest-proposed ideas about what they would change if they had a magic wand.

With a mix of hard truths, bold ideas, and passion, Reid breaks down what is holding us back and what could move the needle if we stopped playing by the same old rules. Grab a coffee or beverage of choice and get ready for a reality check on where we are with the issues we wish we could magically solve.

Episode Highlights

  • Exploring Reid’s take on guests’ magic wand answers (00:41)

  • Getting market access or going directly to carriers (2:15)

  • Unpacking the “golden record” (5:22)

  • Target practice on old servers (10:30)

  • Customer-centric user experiences (11:30)

  • The desire to turbocharge integrations + connectivity (14:40)

  • The takeoff of companies like Uber Eats (14:55)

  • The insurance talent gap debate (20:49)

  • Shifting the public perception of jobs in insurance (24:13)

  • Reid’s magic wand wish (30:29)

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Reid Holzworth
CEO Ivans

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