OMGV Podcast Award 2024 Winners: Celebrating the Best in Insurance Podcasting
Are you looking for the best podcasts to stay ahead in the insurance industry? Whether you're an insurance agent, a broker, a risk manager, or simply passionate about insurance trends, the right podcast can be your secret weapon for continuous learning. In December 2023, together with the Online Marketing Society of the Insurance Industry (OMGV), we asked the community to nominate the top podcasts in the sector. The response was phenomenal, with 20 outstanding shows nominated. From February 1st to 21st, a combination of expert jury votes and overwhelming community engagement—over 5,500 likes and 4,000 comments—determined the winners. This guide not only announces the 2024 OMGV Podcast Award champions but also serves as your curated directory to essential listening for anyone involved in insurance sales, digital insurance, life insurance, and insurance marketing.
The 2024 OMGV Podcast Award Winners
This year introduced a new award: a golden record for first place, along with tickets to the prestigious MOI (Magic of Innovation) Insurance Conference in Vienna and a keynote slot at PodCastJam. For the first time, the award also recognized the top three podcasts with Gold, Silver, and Bronze medals. The winners were announced in a special LinkedIn Audio Event.
| Award | Podcast | Host(s) | Key Focus & Why It Won |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gold | Insurance Monday: Digitalisierung & Versicherung | Dominik Badarne, Alexander Bernert, Herbert F. Jansky, Julius Kretz, Sebastian Langrehr | Born from the Clubhouse hype but more relevant than ever. The jury and community praised it for making people in the industry "look forward to Monday." It successfully blends expert knowledge, operational experience, and personal passion, offering current, versatile, and engaging content on insurance and digitalization. |
| Silver | Versicherungsgeflüster-Podcast | Bastian Kunkel and Patrick Hamacher | The founding fathers of the German insurance podcast scene. Recognized as the "benchmark of the industry," they proved that insurance knowledge can be communicated in an understandable and whispered way. Listeners appreciate their excellent mix of education and entertainment. |
| Bronze | Makler und Vermittler Podcast | Torsten Jasper and Nicolas Vogt | Veterans of the podcast scene who provide deep insights into the business models and strategies of successful colleagues. The community highlighted their principle of "sharing knowledge in a world where many only think of themselves." They are noted for being inspiring, well-connected, and ahead of the curve for insurance brokers and intermediaries. |
The Full List of 20 Nominated Insurance Podcasts
Beyond the winners, the nomination process highlighted a rich ecosystem of audio content for insurance professionals. Here is the complete list of shows recognized by the community, covering everything from insurance marketing and career advice to investment strategies and future trends:
- Absicherung Braucht Vertrauen - Dein Versicherungspodcast von ABV|MAKLER
- Backstage Storys der Debeka
- Die Versicherungswelt im Wandel
- Die Woche - der Pfefferminzia Podcast für Versicherungshelden
- Digital Insurance Podcast: Versicherung & Digitalisierung
- Futurance: Zukunft & Versicherung
- Halbtagsjob - Der Versicherungspodcast
- Insurance Monday: Digitalisierung & Versicherung
- Investieren wie die Profis - Für Geldanleger und Unternehmer
- LebensWert - das Jetzt versichern
- Makler und Vermittler Podcast - Für Versicherungsmakler, -vertreter und Finanzdienstleister
- Netfonds Versicherungstalk - Der Podcast für Beratungskultur
- profino Podcast
- Safe! Der Karrierepodcast der LVM Versicherung
- VEMA-Podcast
- Versicherungen 360 Grad - Themen I Trends I Zukunft
- Versicherungsgeflüster-Podcast
- Versicherungsplauderei
- Was ein Finanzdienstleister heute wissen muss ... und warum die besten Jahre noch vor uns liegen
- you.talk
This list is an excellent starting point for building your personal learning curriculum, whether you want to improve your sales techniques, understand InsurTech, or get insights into brokerage management.
Why Podcasts Are Essential for Insurance Professionals
In a fast-evolving industry grappling with digital transformation, changing customer expectations, and complex products like private health insurance (PKV) and statutory health insurance (GKV), continuous education is non-negotiable. Podcasts offer a convenient way to:
- Stay Updated on Trends: Get analysis on AI in insurance, new regulations, and market shifts.
- Learn from Experts: Hear successful strategies from top performers in insurance sales and leadership.
- Develop Soft Skills: Improve client communication, negotiation, and personal branding.
- Build Community: Feel connected to a wider network of professionals facing similar challenges.
For our US readers, think of these podcasts as the equivalent of top shows discussing Medicare Advantage sales, commercial insurance trends, or InsurTech startups—they are vital for professional growth.
How to Get the Most from Insurance Podcasts
To integrate podcast learning into your routine:
- Subscribe to the Winners: Start with the Gold, Silver, and Bronze awardees for proven quality.
- Identify Your Niche: Choose podcasts that match your role—broker, agent, marketer, or executive.
- Listen Actively: Take notes on actionable ideas you can apply to your client consultations or business operations.
- Engage with the Community: Many podcasts have LinkedIn groups or social media channels where you can discuss episodes and network.
Congratulations to all the winners and nominees for contributing so much value to the insurance community. Tune in, learn, and get inspired to become a better professional.