Have you ever found yourself lost in the bouquet of a fine wine, only to have your reverie interrupted by thoughts of your insurance policy? We kick off with a sip of Chateau Vivonne Bandol Rosé, unraveling its fruity undertones and organic roots, all while tying in the ebbs and flows of the insurance market. From property peaks to auto adjustments and the peculiar dip in workers' compensation costs, we've got your curiosity covered—and perhaps, your assets too.

But it's not all sipping and swirling; we're peeling back the layers of today's work culture, revealing the burnout that simmers beneath the surface. With tales from our own lives, we delve into the paradox of yearning for meaningful work while grappling with the fatigue that the remote work era has ushered in. We don't shy away from the tough conversations, discussing the often-overlooked side effects of telecommuting, from corporate culture shifts to the looming specter of 'quiet quitting' and industry layoffs.

Rounding out our discussion, we light up the topic of captive insurance with a touch of humor and a dose of reality. The cannabis industry's dance with regulation serves as the backdrop for a robust conversation on Minnesota's latest twists and turns in legalization. As we navigate through THC-infused conundrums and liquor liability, we also ponder the cancer risks lurking in everyday products with a laugh and a hope for the best. Join us as we toast to an episode brimming with market insights, heartfelt confessions, and a candid look at parenting in the mix of it all.

0:00 Today's wine: Chateau Vivonne Bandol Rose

2:32 Weekly market update

5:30 Today's topics

6:24 Discussing burnout: is it about jobs or is it a mental health crisis

11:55 Remote workers are more likely to be laid off

16:43 What are captives and what are the main misinformation about it today

24:38 Do captives make sense for cannabis industry insurance?

26:22 Cannabis regulatory body resignment episode in Minnesota

29:23 Cannabis related laws in Minnesota and its effects on the insurance industry

34:08 Will cannabis be legalized federally

37:25 Talking about the J&J talc lawsuit settlement

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