
<p >California's insurance system is in crisis — and it didn't happen by accident.</p> <p >In this special episode of Insurance Hour, host Karl Susman sits down with Patrick Wolff, a candidate for California Insurance...


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Insurance Hour with Karl Susman is the must-listen podcast for anyone searching for trustworthy, actionable insurance guidance — whether you’re a policyholder, agent, small business owner, homeowner, renter, or simply need insurance clarity. Hosted by industry veteran Karl Susman, a 30-year insurance agency owner, media commentator, legislative consultant, and expert witness, Insurance Hour cuts through the confusion, jargon, and fear to deliver straight answers on insurance coverage, premiums, claims, and risk management.
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Signup to Generate a PitchInsurance Hour with Karl Susman is the must-listen podcast for anyone searching for trustworthy, actionable insurance guidance, whether you’re a policyholder, agent, small business owner, homeowner, renter, or simply need insurance clarity.
Insurance Hour is hosted by Karl Susman. The show has published 316 episodes to date.
Recent episodes include "Insurance Is Broken in California, Can Patrick Wolff Fix It?" (10 February 2026, 53 minutes), "California's Insurance System Is Breaking, And Stacy A. Korsgaden Says She Can Fix It" (10 February 2026, 53 minutes), and "Good Drivers, Bad News: Why Your Car Insurance Keeps Going Up" (6 February 2026, 53 minutes).
Insurance Hour publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 42 minutes across 316 episodes.
Booking probability for Insurance Hour is 27%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Insurance Hour requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Insurance Hour's contact route on record: verified email.
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Karl Susman hosts Insurance Hour, an education podcast with 316 episodes published.
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<p >California's insurance system is in crisis — and it didn't happen by accident.</p> <p >In this special episode of Insurance Hour, host Karl Susman sits down with Patrick Wolff, a candidate for California Insurance...

<p >California's insurance marketplace is under unprecedented strain — canceled policies, rising premiums, shrinking competition, and a growing dependence on the FAIR Plan. But how did we get here, and what would it...

<p >Why do good drivers keep paying more for auto insurance in California?</p> <p >In this episode of Insurance Hour, Karl Susman breaks down the uncomfortable truth behind rising auto insurance rates—and why even safe...

<p >In this episode of Insurance Hour, host Karl Susman sits down with Patrick Wolff, a candidate for California Insurance Commissioner, for an in-depth conversation about the ongoing insurance crisis in California...

<p >Most people don't think about their insurance - until they desperately need it.</p> <p >In this episode of Insurance Hour, host Karl Susman explains why reviewing your insurance policies at least once a year is...

Episode #120
<p >In this packed episode, host Karl Susman dives into a full session of listener-submitted insurance questions—covering everything from soaring homeowner premiums to confusing deductible structures, rental exposures...

<p >California's insurance market is in turmoil — and homeowners are feeling the impact. In this episode of Insurance Hour, host Karl Susman unpacks the complex factors driving skyrocketing premiums, shrinking coverage...

Episode #118
<h1 >Summary</h1> <p>The video features Karl Susman hosting "Insurance Hour," where he discusses recent insurance-related legislation in California. He analyzes numerous bills that have been passed or are going into...

<h3 >Why Understanding Your Homeowners Policy Matters</h3> <p >Homeownership is one of the cornerstones of the American dream — but it's also one of the biggest financial responsibilities most people will ever take on...

<h3 >The Frustration Behind the Bill: Why Your Insurance Costs Keep Climbing</h3> <p >If you've opened your insurance renewal notice lately and felt a pang of frustration, you're not alone. Across the country...

<h3 >When Insurance Companies Go Under: The Hidden Risk in a Trusted Industry</h3> <p >Most people think of insurance companies as unshakable institutions — financially strong, tightly regulated, and always ready to pay...

<h3 >The Foundation of Insurance: Sharing Risk for Stability</h3> <p >Insurance isn't just a bill you pay every month — it's one of the oldest and most practical financial tools ever invented. As Karl Susman explained...

<h3 >Why Your Insurance Costs Keep Rising — Even as Your Car Gets Older</h3> <p >Many drivers assume that as their car depreciates in value, their insurance premium should automatically go down. After all, if the car is...

<h3 >1. The Hidden Trap of Online Insurance Quotes</h3> <p >In today's digital-first world, most consumers start their insurance shopping with a quick Google search — something like "best auto insurance quotes." But as...

<p >Insurance. It's a word that rarely inspires enthusiasm. For most people, it represents another bill, another obligation, another reminder that life comes with risks. Yet, as Karl Susman explains in his episode of...

<h2 >When Coverage Fails: Understanding Insurance Gaps After the Eustis Bridge Collapse</h2> <p >When disaster strikes, most homeowners turn to their insurance providers for help. Whether it's storm damage, fire, or...

<h2 >When the Flood Insurance Flow Stops: How FEMA's Shutdown Freeze is Rippling Through Real Estate and Housing Markets</h2> <p >When the federal government shuts down, the headlines often focus on furloughed workers...

Episode #108
<h2 >California's Insurance Crossroads: Can a Grassroots Ballot Initiative Fix a Broken Market?</h2> <p >California's insurance market is in crisis. Homeowners are struggling to find coverage, insurers are retreating...

Episode #107
<h2 >California's Insurance Market at a Crossroads: New Ballot Initiative Seeks to Repeal Proposition 103</h2> <p >California's insurance crisis has hit a boiling point—and the next big showdown may come not in the...

<h2 >Proposition 103 Is Broken: How California's Insurance Crisis Reached a Breaking Point</h2> <p >When Proposition 103 passed in 1988, it was hailed as a triumph for consumers—a law that promised lower rates, greater...
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