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Longshore Insider

Longshore Insider

The American Equity Underwriters, Inc.

Longshore Insider is a production of The American Equity Underwriters, Inc. (AEU). Through webcasts, podcasts and blogs, we cover safety, claims, operations and more, all to help waterfront employers run and grow their business while controlling costs. With decades of experience providing USL&H to waterfront employers nationwide, AEU is the leading source of insights related to the Longshore Act.
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Goodpods has curated a list of the 10 best Longshore Insider episodes, ranked by the number of listens and likes each episode have garnered from our listeners. If you are listening to Longshore Insider for the first time, there's no better place to start than with one of these standout episodes. If you are a fan of the show, vote for your favorite Longshore Insider episode by adding your comments to the episode page.

Longshore Insider - The Rise of Virtual Mediation

The ultimate goal of any longshore claim is resolution. One option that has a lot of advantages for both employers and claimants is mediation, which allows all parties agree on the final outcome. In the middle of a global pandemic, virtual mediations are on the rise.
In this episode, we discuss the benefits and pitfalls of virtual mediations, and the possibility of growing in popularity even after the country re-opens for business.
Featuring:

  • Dave Widener, director of claims advisory services, The American Equity Underwriters
  • Brian McElreath, partner, Lueder, Larkin & Hunter

Longshore Insider is a production of The American Equity Underwriters, Inc. Through webcasts, podcasts and blogs, we cover safety, claims, operations and more, all to help waterfront employers run and grow their business while controlling costs.

The ultimate goal of any longshore claim is resolution. One option that has a lot of advantages for both employers and claimants is mediation, which allows all parties agree on the final outcome. In the middle of a global pandemic, virtual mediations are on the rise.
In this episode, we discuss the benefits and pitfalls of virtual mediations, and the possibility of growing in popularity even after the country re-opens for business.
Featuring:

  • Dave Widener, director of claims advisory services, The American Equity Underwriters
  • Brian McElreath, partner, Lueder, Larkin & Hunter

Longshore Insider is a production of The American Equity Underwriters, Inc. Through webcasts, podcasts and blogs, we cover safety, claims, operations and more, all to help waterfront employers run and grow their business while controlling costs.

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07/17/20 • 9 min

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Longshore Insider - Shipbuilders Council of America: An Advocate for Shipyards During COVID-19 and Beyond

The Shipbuilders Council of America is a trade association representing the shipyard industrial base in the United States. The SCA advocates on behalf of their members, focusing on policies and programs that impact the shipbuilding and ship repair industry - one that is so vital to both our economy and national security.

Featuring:

  • Rob Stuardi, managing director, The American Equity Underwriters
  • Matt Paxton, president, Shipbuilders Council of America (SCA)

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The Shipbuilders Council of America is a trade association representing the shipyard industrial base in the United States. The SCA advocates on behalf of their members, focusing on policies and programs that impact the shipbuilding and ship repair industry - one that is so vital to both our economy and national security.

Featuring:

  • Rob Stuardi, managing director, The American Equity Underwriters
  • Matt Paxton, president, Shipbuilders Council of America (SCA)

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06/15/20 • 21 min

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Longshore Insider - How is COVID-19 Impacting Longshore Claims Handling and Medical Treatment?

During the COVID-19 pandemic, many businesses in the maritime industry are considered essential. And as employees continue to work, claims will inevitably occur. This episode discusses how the pandemic is impacting longshore claims handling, how medical treatment is changing for injured workers, and the impact that fear has on the treatment process.
Featuring:

  • Dave Widener, director of claims advisory services, The American Equity Underwriters
  • Brian McElreath, partner, Lueder, Larkin & Hunter

Longshore Insider is a production of The American Equity Underwriters, Inc. Through webcasts, podcasts and blogs, we cover safety, claims, operations and more, all to help waterfront employers run and grow their business while controlling costs.

During the COVID-19 pandemic, many businesses in the maritime industry are considered essential. And as employees continue to work, claims will inevitably occur. This episode discusses how the pandemic is impacting longshore claims handling, how medical treatment is changing for injured workers, and the impact that fear has on the treatment process.
Featuring:

  • Dave Widener, director of claims advisory services, The American Equity Underwriters
  • Brian McElreath, partner, Lueder, Larkin & Hunter

Longshore Insider is a production of The American Equity Underwriters, Inc. Through webcasts, podcasts and blogs, we cover safety, claims, operations and more, all to help waterfront employers run and grow their business while controlling costs.

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05/21/20 • 14 min

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Longshore Insider - Longshore Insider Podcast |  Insights on the OSHA SHARP program with Jason Reynolds

In this Longshore Insider Podcast, AEU's Mike Jernigan and Matt Hockman speak with Donjon Shipbuilding's Health and Safety Manager, Jason Reynolds, about his company's safety approach and involvement with the OSHA SHARP program.
Longshore Insider is a production of The American Equity Underwriters, Inc. (AEU)

The American Equity Underwriters, Inc. is the program administrator of the American Longshore Mutual Association Ltd (ALMA), a group self-insurance fund authorized by the U.S. Department of Labor to provide USL&H coverage for the liabilities of its members under the United States Longshore & Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act. As program administrator, AEU provides services such as claims handling, loss control, and underwriting, as well as longshore consulting and leadership training.

With a history rooted in maritime, AEU is keenly aware of the challenges faced by waterfront employers and has carefully built services and teams to directly meet those needs. Longshore insurance is our specialty, so our members can rest assured their unique exposures are being handled by experts.

Learn more about AEU

amequity.com | Linkedin | Facebook

In this Longshore Insider Podcast, AEU's Mike Jernigan and Matt Hockman speak with Donjon Shipbuilding's Health and Safety Manager, Jason Reynolds, about his company's safety approach and involvement with the OSHA SHARP program.
Longshore Insider is a production of The American Equity Underwriters, Inc. (AEU)

The American Equity Underwriters, Inc. is the program administrator of the American Longshore Mutual Association Ltd (ALMA), a group self-insurance fund authorized by the U.S. Department of Labor to provide USL&H coverage for the liabilities of its members under the United States Longshore & Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act. As program administrator, AEU provides services such as claims handling, loss control, and underwriting, as well as longshore consulting and leadership training.

With a history rooted in maritime, AEU is keenly aware of the challenges faced by waterfront employers and has carefully built services and teams to directly meet those needs. Longshore insurance is our specialty, so our members can rest assured their unique exposures are being handled by experts.

Learn more about AEU

amequity.com | Linkedin | Facebook

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09/05/24 • 20 min

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Longshore Insider - Longshore Insider Podcast | Maintaining Safety Culture Across Remote Teams with Matt Rolf

In this Longshore Insider Podcast, AEU's Mike Jernigan and Matt Hockman speak with Pacific Pile and Marine's Director of HSE, Matt Rolf, about his strategies to manage remote workforces. The conversation also addresses important aspects of mental health that all safety experts should recognize within their teams.
Longshore Insider is a production of The American Equity Underwriters, Inc. (AEU)

The American Equity Underwriters, Inc. is the program administrator of the American Longshore Mutual Association Ltd (ALMA), a group self-insurance fund authorized by the U.S. Department of Labor to provide USL&H coverage for the liabilities of its members under the United States Longshore & Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act. As program administrator, AEU provides services such as claims handling, loss control, and underwriting, as well as longshore consulting and leadership training.

With a history rooted in maritime, AEU is keenly aware of the challenges faced by waterfront employers and has carefully built services and teams to directly meet those needs. Longshore insurance is our specialty, so our members can rest assured their unique exposures are being handled by experts.

Learn more about AEU

amequity.com | Linkedin | Facebook

In this Longshore Insider Podcast, AEU's Mike Jernigan and Matt Hockman speak with Pacific Pile and Marine's Director of HSE, Matt Rolf, about his strategies to manage remote workforces. The conversation also addresses important aspects of mental health that all safety experts should recognize within their teams.
Longshore Insider is a production of The American Equity Underwriters, Inc. (AEU)

The American Equity Underwriters, Inc. is the program administrator of the American Longshore Mutual Association Ltd (ALMA), a group self-insurance fund authorized by the U.S. Department of Labor to provide USL&H coverage for the liabilities of its members under the United States Longshore & Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act. As program administrator, AEU provides services such as claims handling, loss control, and underwriting, as well as longshore consulting and leadership training.

With a history rooted in maritime, AEU is keenly aware of the challenges faced by waterfront employers and has carefully built services and teams to directly meet those needs. Longshore insurance is our specialty, so our members can rest assured their unique exposures are being handled by experts.

Learn more about AEU

amequity.com | Linkedin | Facebook

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12/05/24 • 28 min

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Longshore Insider - Longshore Insider Podcast | Scaffolding Safety in the Maritime Industry with Raymond Hendry

In this Longshore Insider Podcast, AEU's Mike Jernigan and Matt Hockman speak with HSE and HR Manager of Gulf South Services, Raymond Hendry, about the importance of scaffolding safety and best practices within the maritime industry.

Longshore Insider is a production of The American Equity Underwriters, Inc. (AEU)

The American Equity Underwriters, Inc. is the program administrator of the American Longshore Mutual Association Ltd (ALMA), a group self-insurance fund authorized by the U.S. Department of Labor to provide USL&H coverage for the liabilities of its members under the United States Longshore & Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act. As program administrator, AEU provides services such as claims handling, loss control, and underwriting, as well as longshore consulting and leadership training.

With a history rooted in maritime, AEU is keenly aware of the challenges faced by waterfront employers and has carefully built services and teams to directly meet those needs. Longshore insurance is our specialty, so our members can rest assured their unique exposures are being handled by experts.

Learn more about AEU

amequity.com | Linkedin | Facebook

In this Longshore Insider Podcast, AEU's Mike Jernigan and Matt Hockman speak with HSE and HR Manager of Gulf South Services, Raymond Hendry, about the importance of scaffolding safety and best practices within the maritime industry.

Longshore Insider is a production of The American Equity Underwriters, Inc. (AEU)

The American Equity Underwriters, Inc. is the program administrator of the American Longshore Mutual Association Ltd (ALMA), a group self-insurance fund authorized by the U.S. Department of Labor to provide USL&H coverage for the liabilities of its members under the United States Longshore & Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act. As program administrator, AEU provides services such as claims handling, loss control, and underwriting, as well as longshore consulting and leadership training.

With a history rooted in maritime, AEU is keenly aware of the challenges faced by waterfront employers and has carefully built services and teams to directly meet those needs. Longshore insurance is our specialty, so our members can rest assured their unique exposures are being handled by experts.

Learn more about AEU

amequity.com | Linkedin | Facebook

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02/04/25 • 28 min

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Longshore Insider - Longshore Insider Podcast |  Building a Safety-First Culture with Rudy Becerra

In this Longshore Insider Podcast, AEU's Mike Jernigan and Matt Hockman speak with QSL America's Safety and Compliance Manager, Rudy Becerra, about creating a safety-first culture through leadership and employee engagement.
Longshore Insider is a production of The American Equity Underwriters, Inc. (AEU)

The American Equity Underwriters, Inc. is the program administrator of the American Longshore Mutual Association Ltd (ALMA), a group self-insurance fund authorized by the U.S. Department of Labor to provide USL&H coverage for the liabilities of its members under the United States Longshore & Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act. As program administrator, AEU provides services such as claims handling, loss control, and underwriting, as well as longshore consulting and leadership training.

With a history rooted in maritime, AEU is keenly aware of the challenges faced by waterfront employers and has carefully built services and teams to directly meet those needs. Longshore insurance is our specialty, so our members can rest assured their unique exposures are being handled by experts.

Learn more about AEU

amequity.com | Linkedin | Facebook

In this Longshore Insider Podcast, AEU's Mike Jernigan and Matt Hockman speak with QSL America's Safety and Compliance Manager, Rudy Becerra, about creating a safety-first culture through leadership and employee engagement.
Longshore Insider is a production of The American Equity Underwriters, Inc. (AEU)

The American Equity Underwriters, Inc. is the program administrator of the American Longshore Mutual Association Ltd (ALMA), a group self-insurance fund authorized by the U.S. Department of Labor to provide USL&H coverage for the liabilities of its members under the United States Longshore & Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act. As program administrator, AEU provides services such as claims handling, loss control, and underwriting, as well as longshore consulting and leadership training.

With a history rooted in maritime, AEU is keenly aware of the challenges faced by waterfront employers and has carefully built services and teams to directly meet those needs. Longshore insurance is our specialty, so our members can rest assured their unique exposures are being handled by experts.

Learn more about AEU

amequity.com | Linkedin | Facebook

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08/01/24 • 20 min

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Longshore Insider - Longshore Insider Podcast | Beyond Behavior-Based Safety with Joe White

In this Longshore Insider Podcast, AEU's Mike Jernigan and Matt Hockman speak with AEU LEAD Director Joe White about behavior-based safety. Learn how emotions play a significant role in whether or not your teams work safely.
Longshore Insider is a production of The American Equity Underwriters, Inc. (AEU)

The American Equity Underwriters, Inc. is the program administrator of the American Longshore Mutual Association Ltd (ALMA), a group self-insurance fund authorized by the U.S. Department of Labor to provide USL&H coverage for the liabilities of its members under the United States Longshore & Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act. As program administrator, AEU provides services such as claims handling, loss control, and underwriting, as well as longshore consulting and leadership training.

With a history rooted in maritime, AEU is keenly aware of the challenges faced by waterfront employers and has carefully built services and teams to directly meet those needs. Longshore insurance is our specialty, so our members can rest assured their unique exposures are being handled by experts.

Learn more about AEU

amequity.com | Linkedin | Facebook

In this Longshore Insider Podcast, AEU's Mike Jernigan and Matt Hockman speak with AEU LEAD Director Joe White about behavior-based safety. Learn how emotions play a significant role in whether or not your teams work safely.
Longshore Insider is a production of The American Equity Underwriters, Inc. (AEU)

The American Equity Underwriters, Inc. is the program administrator of the American Longshore Mutual Association Ltd (ALMA), a group self-insurance fund authorized by the U.S. Department of Labor to provide USL&H coverage for the liabilities of its members under the United States Longshore & Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act. As program administrator, AEU provides services such as claims handling, loss control, and underwriting, as well as longshore consulting and leadership training.

With a history rooted in maritime, AEU is keenly aware of the challenges faced by waterfront employers and has carefully built services and teams to directly meet those needs. Longshore insurance is our specialty, so our members can rest assured their unique exposures are being handled by experts.

Learn more about AEU

amequity.com | Linkedin | Facebook

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10/03/24 • 18 min

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Longshore Insider - Longshore Insider Podcast | Promoting Safety by Empowering Supervisors with Ken Creel

In this Longshore Insider Podcast, AEU's Mike Jernigan and Matt Hockman speak with Mare Island Dry Dock's Executive Compliance Director, Ken Creel, about his strategies for engaging supervisors and creating safety leadership within his organization.
Longshore Insider is a production of The American Equity Underwriters, Inc. (AEU)

The American Equity Underwriters, Inc. is the program administrator of the American Longshore Mutual Association Ltd (ALMA), a group self-insurance fund authorized by the U.S. Department of Labor to provide USL&H coverage for the liabilities of its members under the United States Longshore & Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act. As program administrator, AEU provides services such as claims handling, loss control, and underwriting, as well as longshore consulting and leadership training.

With a history rooted in maritime, AEU is keenly aware of the challenges faced by waterfront employers and has carefully built services and teams to directly meet those needs. Longshore insurance is our specialty, so our members can rest assured their unique exposures are being handled by experts.

Learn more about AEU

amequity.com | Linkedin | Facebook

In this Longshore Insider Podcast, AEU's Mike Jernigan and Matt Hockman speak with Mare Island Dry Dock's Executive Compliance Director, Ken Creel, about his strategies for engaging supervisors and creating safety leadership within his organization.
Longshore Insider is a production of The American Equity Underwriters, Inc. (AEU)

The American Equity Underwriters, Inc. is the program administrator of the American Longshore Mutual Association Ltd (ALMA), a group self-insurance fund authorized by the U.S. Department of Labor to provide USL&H coverage for the liabilities of its members under the United States Longshore & Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act. As program administrator, AEU provides services such as claims handling, loss control, and underwriting, as well as longshore consulting and leadership training.

With a history rooted in maritime, AEU is keenly aware of the challenges faced by waterfront employers and has carefully built services and teams to directly meet those needs. Longshore insurance is our specialty, so our members can rest assured their unique exposures are being handled by experts.

Learn more about AEU

amequity.com | Linkedin | Facebook

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11/07/24 • 17 min

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Longshore Insider - Longshore Insider Podcast | Managing Safety Across Multiple Worksites with Alex Willingham

In this Longshore Insider Podcast, AEU's Mike Jernigan and Matt Hockman speak with Wepfer Marine's Harbor Operations Manager Alex Willingham about his company's methods to promote safety across multiple worksites.
Longshore Insider is a production of The American Equity Underwriters, Inc. (AEU)

The American Equity Underwriters, Inc. is the program administrator of the American Longshore Mutual Association Ltd (ALMA), a group self-insurance fund authorized by the U.S. Department of Labor to provide USL&H coverage for the liabilities of its members under the United States Longshore & Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act. As program administrator, AEU provides services such as claims handling, loss control, and underwriting, as well as longshore consulting and leadership training.

With a history rooted in maritime, AEU is keenly aware of the challenges faced by waterfront employers and has carefully built services and teams to directly meet those needs. Longshore insurance is our specialty, so our members can rest assured their unique exposures are being handled by experts.

Learn more about AEU

amequity.com | Linkedin | Facebook

In this Longshore Insider Podcast, AEU's Mike Jernigan and Matt Hockman speak with Wepfer Marine's Harbor Operations Manager Alex Willingham about his company's methods to promote safety across multiple worksites.
Longshore Insider is a production of The American Equity Underwriters, Inc. (AEU)

The American Equity Underwriters, Inc. is the program administrator of the American Longshore Mutual Association Ltd (ALMA), a group self-insurance fund authorized by the U.S. Department of Labor to provide USL&H coverage for the liabilities of its members under the United States Longshore & Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act. As program administrator, AEU provides services such as claims handling, loss control, and underwriting, as well as longshore consulting and leadership training.

With a history rooted in maritime, AEU is keenly aware of the challenges faced by waterfront employers and has carefully built services and teams to directly meet those needs. Longshore insurance is our specialty, so our members can rest assured their unique exposures are being handled by experts.

Learn more about AEU

amequity.com | Linkedin | Facebook

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01/02/25 • 19 min

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FAQ

How many episodes does Longshore Insider have?

Longshore Insider currently has 10 episodes available.

What topics does Longshore Insider cover?

The podcast is about Safety, Management, Podcasts and Business.

What is the most popular episode on Longshore Insider?

The episode title 'The Rise of Virtual Mediation' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on Longshore Insider?

The average episode length on Longshore Insider is 20 minutes.

How often are episodes of Longshore Insider released?

Episodes of Longshore Insider are typically released every 31 days, 19 hours.

When was the first episode of Longshore Insider?

The first episode of Longshore Insider was released on May 21, 2020.

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