Risk Raiders

Risk Raiders

By Brent Borgstedte/Jeff ShropshireComedyBusinessComedy Interviews
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Risk Raiders episodes

  • Companies are Fighting Over These Students - How It Could Fast-Track YOUR Career in Risk Management

    The conversation explores the engagement of students in industry, including internship setup, industry engagement, and career opportunities. It also delves into real-life industry interaction through a case study exercise and industry connections.

    Takeaways

    • Engaging students in industry is crucial for their career development.
    • Real-life industry interaction through case study exercises provides valuable experience for students.

    Chapters

    • 00:00 Engaging Students in Industry
    6 min
  • AI Is Taking Jobs Fast - But Here's Why It Could Supercharge YOUR Future In Risk Management

    The conversation explores the impact of AI on risk management and the future role of risk managers in the industry. It discusses AI's role in replacing menial tasks and enriching opportunities, as well as the evolving role of risk managers in communication and data interpretation.

    Takeaways

    • AI enriches opportunities in risk management
    • The future role of risk managers involves communication and data interpretation.

    Chapters

    • 00:00 The Impact of AI on Risk Management
    4 min
  • You Won't Believe WHO Keeps You Safe Every Day - And Why it Could be Your Next Career

    The conversation begins with a discussion about the excitement and importance of risk management in various industries. It then transitions to the career opportunities available in risk management and the appeal of this field. The speakers emphasize the significance of risk management and its role in ensuring safety and good products across different industries.

    Takeaways

    • Risk management is an exciting and essential role in various industries.
    • There are numerous career opportunities in risk management with good pay and the potential for career changes.

    Chapters

    • 00:00 The Excitement of Risk Management
    4 min
  • This New College Program Will Jumpstart YOUR Career in Risk Management

    The conversation covers the initiation, growth, and expansion of a certificate program in banking and finance, highlighting the curriculum and course offerings. It also discusses the program's reputation and student interest, providing insights into the program's success and future prospects.

    Takeaways

    • Certificate programs as an alternative to minors
    • Program reputation and growth

    Chapters

    • 00:00 Certificate Program Initiation
    5 min
  • 1,000,000 Insurance Pros Retiring... Why That's Your Biggest Career Opportunity In Risk Management

    The conversation covers the excitement of Friday with Risk Raiders, the introduction of guest Rick Bondurant, the value and scope of risk management jobs, Rick's career journey, Texas Tech's risk management program, promoting risk management to students, the emotional connection to risk management, job opportunities and pay in risk management, attracting students to the industry, the retirement cliff and career opportunities, upward mobility in the industry, Texas Tech's reputation and industry demand, and the AI impact on risk management. The conversation covers the impact of AI on risk management, the Risk Management Certificate Program at Texas Tech, expanding the program and industry engagement, future growth and opportunities, and promoting the program and encouraging exploration. The program emphasizes industry engagement, internships, and expanding the depth of the program to include other schools and industries. It also seeks support for its growth and development.

    Takeaways

    • Exciting and rewarding career opportunities in risk management
    • The retirement cliff presents a significant demand for risk management professionals AI's impact on risk management
    • The growth and development of the Risk Management Certificate Program at Texas Tech

    Chapters

    • 00:00 Exciting Friday with Risk Raiders
    • 05:38 Introduction of Guest Rick Bondurant
    • 11:43 Texas Tech's Risk Management Program
    • 17:19 Job Opportunities and Pay in Risk Management
    • 22:22 Demand for Risk Management Professionals
    • 30:30 Risk Management Certificate Program at Texas Tech
    • 36:14 Expanding the Program and Industry Engagement
    • 46:25 Future Growth and Opportunities
    • 52:32 Promoting the Program and Encouraging Exploration
    53 min
  • Could YOU be the Reason Your Car Insurance Is SO High?

    The conversation revolves around the impending ice Armageddon and its impact on people's behavior, grocery stores, and gasoline sales. It then transitions to a discussion on personal auto insurance, focusing on behavioral factors and the impact of driving records and credit scores on insurance rates. The conversation covers various aspects of car insurance, including the impact of car value on insurance costs, the importance of consulting with an agent before purchasing a car, and the need to review and adjust policy coverage and limits. The hosts also discuss the upcoming football game and the importance of protecting property during a storm.

    Takeaways

    • Ice Armageddon panic led to increased grocery and gasoline sales.
    • Personal auto insurance rates are influenced by driving records and credit scores. Car value impacts insurance costs
    • Consult with an agent before purchasing a car
    • Review and adjust policy coverage and limits
    • Protect property during a storm

    Chapters

    • 00:00 The Role of Vehicle Choices in Insurance Rates
    • 25:11 Reviewing and Adjusting Policy Coverage and Limits
    • 32:09 Upcoming Football Game and Storm Preparation
    34 min
  • Personal Auto: Business & Volunteer Risk

    The Risk Graders podcast discusses personal risk management for driving, including insurance coverage for volunteer drivers, accidents, and delivery/service driving. The hosts emphasize the importance of understanding auto insurance coverage and being proactive in risk management. The conversation covers a range of topics including client emergency calls, insurance coverage forms, coverage reviews, automobile insurance, youthful drivers, commercial policies, college basketball, NFL games, and extreme weather conditions. The hosts emphasize the importance of planning, decision-making, and understanding policy details in emergency situations. They also discuss the evolution of insurance coverage forms, the role of insurance agents as counselors, and the implications of auto accidents and claims. Additionally, they share insights on insuring youthful drivers, commercial policies for business use, and predictions for upcoming sports events and games.

    Takeaways

    • Personal risk management for driving
    • Understanding auto insurance coverage Importance of planning and decision-making in emergency situations
    • Need for coverage reviews and understanding policy details
    • Implications of extreme weather conditions on game performance

    Chapters

    • 00:00 Welcome to Risk Graders
    • 08:06 Responsibility and Coverage for Volunteer Drivers
    • 13:20 Proactive Risk Management for Driving
    • 19:46 Client Emergency Calls
    • 26:24 College Basketball and Sports Events
    • 32:09 Weather and Game Conditions
    36 min
  • Is Your Agent a Hero?

    The conversation covers the introduction and a discussion about national security, followed by an exploration of the purpose of the show 'Risk Raiders.' The hosts then delve into the understanding of different types of insurance agents and conclude with a focus on the role of a superhero agent. The conversation delves into the importance of finding the right insurance agent and understanding the balance between price and coverage. It emphasizes the role of the insurance agent in navigating the marketplace and protecting the client's best interests.

    Takeaways

    • Different types of insurance agents
    • The role of a superhero agent Importance of finding the right insurance agent
    • Understanding the balance between price and coverage

    Chapters

    • 00:00 The Role of a Superhero Agent
    • 18:54 The Role of the Insurance Agent
    34 min
  • Risk Raiders 2026: Navigating the New Year

    Risk Raiders in 2026 kicks off with a lively discussion about the upcoming year and the show's mission to provide risk management insights. The hosts express their excitement for the year ahead and outline the show's focus on risk management, insurance, and business protection. They also highlight the importance of engaging with professionals and the audience to enhance risk management practices.

    Takeaways

    • Risk management and insurance
    • Engagement with professionals and audience

    Chapters

    • 00:00 Pride in Texas Tech Athletics
    27 min
  • 2025 Risk Wrap-Up: Home, Auto, Business & Life Lessons

    A New Year's Eve celebration kicks off the episode with a festive and lighthearted tone, followed by engaging stories about costumes, hospital visits, and risk management for homes, autos, and businesses. The conversation concludes with life lessons, takeaways, and well-wishes for the new year, along with excitement for the upcoming Texas Tech football game.

    Takeaways

    • Embrace proactive risk management for homes, autos, and businesses
    • Cheer freely at tennis matches and treasure tailgating experiences
    • Avoid wearing flip-flops outside of beach settings
    • Learn from life's choices and be mindful of words and actions
    • Support Texas Tech football and share in the excitement for the new year

    Chapters

    • 00:00 New Year's Eve Celebration
    • 08:19 Risk Management for Autos
    • 19:39 Life Lessons and Takeaways
    28 min

About Risk Raiders

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Risk Raiders is a comedic hangout podcast hosted by two Red Raiders, Jeff Shropshire and Brent Borgstedte, who took two different paths out of Lubbock. We didn't overlap at Texas Tech — we met a…