Risk in Context Podcast

Building manufacturing resilience amid evolving trade agreements

Global manufacturers are navigating a complex and rapidly evolving trade environment marked by shifting policies, geopolitical tensions, and supply chain disruptions. Fluctuating trade policies and geopolitical dynamics are testing the flexibility and resilience of many businesses. Ongoing changes to bilateral and multilateral agreements, including the US-Mexico-Canada Agreement that is being renegotiated this year, introduce uncertainty around rules of origin, labor standards, and enforcement, potentially influencing investment and operational decisions. In this episode of Risk in Context, Marsh Risk's Christopher Coppock, Falak Kothari, and Azzizza Larsen, discuss key challenges that manufacturers are facing and share practical advice to help businesses manage risk and build resilience in a fast-changing global trade environment. You can access a transcript of the episode here [https://assets.libsyn.com/show/85467/Risk_in_Context_Podcast__Episode_124_transcript.pdf]. Read Marsh's Trade policy outlook for North American manufacturing [https://www.marsh.com/en/industries/manufacturing/insights/trade-policy-outlook-north-american-manufacturing.html] report. For more insights and insurance and risk management solutions, follow Marsh Risk on LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/company/marsh/] and X [https://twitter.com/marshglobal] and visit marsh.com [https://www.marsh.com/].

Managing global tax risks through insurance

Tax insurance is fast becoming a critical tool for organizations around the globe to manage their tax uncertainties in a wide range of business situations. From supporting renewable energy projects to managing cross-border risks, tax insurance helps organizations protect value and move transactions forward with greater assurance. In this episode of Risk in Context, Patrick Browne, Mark McTigue, Alexander Skuratovski, and Leon Steenkamp, discuss why tax insurance matters now more than ever, talk about distinct market features of the coverage, and share practical insights to help organisations optimise their use of tax insurance in today's dynamic environment. You can access a transcript of the episode here [https://assets.libsyn.com/show/85467/Risk_in_Context_Podcast_Episode_123_transcript.pdf]. For more insights and insurance and risk management solutions, follow Marsh Risk on LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/company/marsh/] and X [https://twitter.com/marshglobal] and visit marsh.com [https://www.marsh.com/].

Getting ahead of 2026's top risks to build resilience

In today's complex, interconnected, and dynamic risk landscape, organizations are facing a multitude of challenges. Geopolitical tensions, climate-related extreme weather events and chronic threats, and evolving cyber threats are complicating supply chain risks, requiring organizations to develop holistic, forward-looking, enterprise-wide risk mitigation strategies that build resilient organizations. In this episode of Risk in Context recorded at the end of 2025, Marsh's James Crask, Christopher Coppock, Nick Faull, and Payal Patel explore some of the trending risks that Marsh has been monitoring and that organizations should be prepared to address throughout 2026 and beyond. They also discuss how robust risk management approaches can help organizations identify opportunities to build resilience and thrive. You can access a transcript of the episode here [https://assets.libsyn.com/show/85467/Risk_in_Context_Podcast_Episode_122_transcript.pdf]. Visit our trending risks page [https://www.marsh.com/en/risks.html] on marsh.com for additional insights For more insights and insurance and risk management solutions, follow Marsh on LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/company/marsh/] and X [https://twitter.com/marshglobal] and visit marsh.com [https://www.marsh.com/].

Advancing climate risk management after COP30

Climate risks continue to increase in complexity, underscoring the urgent need to address their impacts through a strong focus on adaptation and resilience. At the same time, innovative insurance products and financing are helping climate and resilience investments become more accessible and viable. Last month's COP30, the United Nations Climate Change Conference, underscored the importance of accelerating adaptation and resilience efforts, given recognition of climate change as a present reality demanding immediate solutions. In this episode of Risk in Context, Marsh's Graeme Riddell, Nick Faull, and Rodrigo Suárez, and Marsh McLennan's Swenja Surminski discuss key takeaways from COP30, focusing on the implications and opportunities for risk managers navigating the complex challenges of climate adaptation and resilience. You can access a transcript of the episode here [https://assets.libsyn.com/show/85467/Risk_in_Context_Podcast_Episode_121_transcript.pdf]. Listen to our recent podcast, Unpacking water-related economic risks and solutions. [https://www.marsh.com/en/risks/climate-change-sustainability/insights/unpacking-water-related-economic-risks-and-solutions.html] For more insights and insurance and risk management solutions, follow Marsh on LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/company/marsh/] and X [https://twitter.com/marshglobal] and visit marsh.com [https://www.marsh.com/].

Navigating the global rise of social inflation

Social inflation is transcending borders and creating challenges for organizations operating in jurisdictions across the globe, often resulting in increased litigation risks and higher claims costs, which are, in turn, contributing to increased underwriter scrutiny and impacting organizations' insurance programs. This underscores the importance of preemptive action to identify potentially challenging claims and mitigate losses. In this episode of Risk in Context, Marsh's Chetna Gulati, Catherine Osborne, Teri Solomon, and Paul Hutchinson discuss the evolving social inflation risk landscape, address some of today's most pressing risks and the challenges that are likely to evolve, and share actionable insights to help organizations minimize the risk of social inflation and prepare for potential high-value claims. You can access a transcript of the episode here [https://assets.libsyn.com/show/85467/Risk_in_Context_Podcast_-_Episode_120_transcript.pdf]. For further information about social inflation, visit our social inflation and nuclear verdicts hub [https://www.marsh.com/en/risks/social-inflation-and-nuclear-verdicts.html]. Listen to our recent podcast — PFAS risks and insurability challenges [https://www.marsh.com/en/services/environmental-risk/insights/pfas-risks-and-insurability-challenges.html] — to learn more about perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances, which could be a risk area for social inflation. For more insights and insurance and risk management solutions, follow Marsh on LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/company/marsh/] and X [https://twitter.com/marshglobal] and visit marsh.com [https://www.marsh.com/].