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Insurance Talk

by Cheri Martinen

Rex Lesueur and Cheri Martinen give you straight forward answers to your insurance questions.

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Episodes

  1. Serving Up Safety: Understanding Liquor Liability for Your Business

    Running a business that serves alcohol? Don't let liquor liability catch you off guard! In this episode of Insurance Talk, we dive into the real risks and rising costs of liquor liability insurance. From real-life claims to tips for protecting your business, discover why this coverage is a...

  2. The Financial Power of Insurance: Protecting What Matters Most

    Discover how insurance is more than just a necessity—it's a powerful financial planning tool. In this episode, we explore the hidden benefits of homeowners and auto insurance, how they protect your assets, and why they’re essential for financial security. Learn real-world examples, surprising...

  3. Why Replacement Cost Insurance Could Save You Thousands

    Is your property adequately covered? Join Cheri Martinen from Bancorp Insurance as she breaks down the importance of replacement cost insurance. Learn how inflation, debris removal, and building costs impact your coverage—and your wallet. Don’t miss this episode of Insurance Talk to ensure your...

  4. What Does a Well-Rounded Insurance Portfolio Look Like?

    Is your insurance coverage leaving you vulnerable to financial disaster? 🎙️ Join us as we break down the key elements of a well-rounded insurance portfolio. From protecting your home and car to securing your family’s future, we’ll share tips, tricks, and a few scary truths that will have you...

  5. Saying Goodbye to Sublimity Insurance – What It Means for Oregon Policyholders

    In this episode, we dive into the recent exit of Sublimity Insurance from the Oregon market, a change affecting homeowners and drivers alike. We'll explore why Sublimity decided to leave, what it means for policyholders across the state, and what options are available for those impacted by this...

  6. Understanding Medicare Annual Election Period: A Guide to Medicare Advantage and Prescription Drug Plans

    In this episode of Insurance Talk, Cheri Martinen from Bancorp Insurance dives into the Medicare Annual Election Period, explaining the ins and outs of Medicare Parts A and B, Medicare Supplement Plans, Medicare Advantage Plans, and Part D Prescription Drug Plans. Learn how to navigate your...

  7. Understanding Medicare Part D Prescription Drug Plans

    In this episode, we dive into the essentials of Medicare Part D prescription drug plans. We’ll break down what Part D covers, its benefits, and key factors to consider when selecting the right plan. Plus, we’ll discuss upcoming changes in 2025 that could impact your coverage and how to navigate...

  8. Wildfire Binding Restrictions Explained

    In this episode, we break down everything you need to know about wildfire binding restrictions—what they are, how they impact your ability to get or update insurance during wildfire season, and what steps you can take to protect your home and assets. Wildfires are unpredictable, and so are the...

  9. BBSI Podcast

    BBSI Podcast

  10. Navigating the InsureTech Revolution: Transforming Insurance Underwriting with Technology

    Today, we're unpacking the exciting world of InsureTech through a riveting podcast featuring David Gritz, the co-founder of InsureTech New York. Brace yourself for a deep dive into how technology is reshaping insurance underwriting, with a spotlight on wildfire zoning and auto insurance.

  11. Insurance Talk - Product Liability

    Insurance Talk - Product Liability

  12. Insurance Talk - Workers Compensation

    Insurance Talk - Workers Compensation

  13. Insurance Talk: Crime Insurance

    Insurance Talk: Crime Insurance

  14. What Does Professional Liability Insurance Cover?

    What Does Professional Liability Insurance Cover?

  15. What is Defensible Space?

    What is Defensible Space? How do you create around your home to fire wise? Listen in on this new podcast with Rex and Cheri to learn more about protecting your home.

  16. State of the Commercial Insurance Industry 2024

    Join Cheri and Rex as they discuss the state of the commercial lines industry for 2024. What you can expect to see on your renewals as a business owner.

  17. State of the Insurance Industry 2024 - Personal Lines Edition

    What is going on with the insurance industry in 2024? Tune in to hear from Rex and Cheri from Bancorp Insurance.

  18. Insurance Talk: Providence Medicare Plan Update for 2024 Plans

    Insurance Talk: Providence Medicare Plan Update for 2024 Plans

  19. Insurance Talk: Regence Medicare Plan Update 2024 Plans

    Insurance Talk: Regence Medicare Plan Update 2024 Plans

  20. Unwinding 2023 Ad

    Unwinding 2023 Ad

  21. Insurance Talk: Regence Individual Update for 2023

    Insurance Talk: Regence Individual Update for 2023

  22. Insurance Talk: PacificSource Medicare Plan Update 2023

    Insurance Talk: PacificSource Medicare Plan Update 2023

  23. Insurance Talk: Regence Medicare Plan Update 2023

    Insurance Talk: Regence Medicare Plan Update 2023

  24. Insurance Talk: Providence Medicare Plan Update for 2023

    Insurance Talk: Providence Medicare Plan Update for 2023

  25. What is Workers Compensation?

    Workers Compensation is designed to support workers who get injured on the job. What does that mean for employers and how can Bancorp Insurance assist you with this vital coverage.

  26. Wildfire Risk Map

    On this episode of Insurance Talk, Cheri and Rex, discuss the new wildfire risk map that was announced recently. This podcast provides further clarification on the letters that the State sent out as well.

  27. Ordinance and Law

    Cheri and Rex of Bancorp Insurance discuss Ordinance and Law.

  28. Contractors Read Your Contracts

    Cheri and Rex of Bancorp Insurance review the importance for contractors to read through their contracts.

  29. Insurance Talk - Small Water Utilities

    In this episode, Rex and Cheri discuss one of Bancorp's Insurance Specialties, Small Water Utilities.

  30. Inland Marine Podcast Episode 2

    Does my business need inland marine insurance? Listen to this podcast series episode 1 and 2 to learn more about inland marine coverage and if it's something your business needs.

  31. Inland Marine Podcast Episode 1

    Does my business need inland marine insurance? Listen to this podcast series episode 1 and 2 to learn more about inland marine coverage and if it's something your business needs.

  32. Planning a Drive to Mexico? Understand Car Insurance Coverages for your Trip.

    If you are planning a drive to Mexico you might be surprised to learn that your US car policy won't cover you there. In this blog and podcast we will review what coverages are required in Mexico and some examples of how insurance works there as well.

  33. Insurance Rants & Raves - Rex's Story

    Rex Lesueur shares his recent personal experience with an auto accident and the body shop, a scenario which could happen to anyone. Listen to the claim process from an industry professional firsthand.

  34. Why are Home and Auto Insurance Rates Going up in 2022?

    The world is constantly changing and it's possible your home and auto insurance rates could be affected in 2022.

  35. Are Commercial Insurance Rates Rising in 2022?

    The world is constantly changing. This update should help you make better decisions in the year 2022 or help you be ready for changes coming up in insurance that might affect you.

  36. HC Verbiage

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  37. Insurance Talk- Contractor Liability Bid Cost

    Preparing a bid as a contractor is no easy task. A competitive and winning bid proposal requires extreme attention to detail. In this podcast, Cheri and Rex discuss something all to common with insurance and bidding, which is not having the correct coverage to meet the requirements of a winning…

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  38. 2022 PacificSource Medicare Advantage Plans

    Cheri invites PacificSource to the studio to discuss their 2022 Medicare Advantage Plans including new $0 deductible, copay and dental benefits. Listen to the two part podcast to learn all about benefits available. Then visit us at bancorpinsurance.com to learn more about how we can help you make...

  39. 2022 Regence HMO Medicare Plan Highlights

    Regence is an HMO/PPO/PDP plan with a Medicare contract. For 2022 they are offering a $35 HMO plan with several $0 extras that many people seek in a Medicare plan. Listen to the podcast to learn more about Regence options and then schedule an appointment with a Bancorp Insurance agency to review...

  40. Insurance Talk - Liability Claims Explained

    Today, Cheri and Rex discuss the various types of liability claims and how you should respond in the event of an accident for personal or business use.

  41. Insurance Talk - Volunteer Coverage

    What do you have to be concerned with when volunteering or hiring volunteers? Today, let's talk about a few scenarios and coverage in the event of an accident.

  42. Insurance Talk — COVID Special Enrollment for Health Insurance

    Today, we are talking about something that we don't normally see, which is the COVID special enrollment for health insurance that's happening right now in Oregon. It started February 15th and it goes through May 15th. This is a once in a lifetime special enrollment, I don't think we're going to…

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  43. Insurance Talk — Employment Practices Liability Insurance (EPLI)

    You are listening to Insurance Talk with Cheri Martinen and Rex Lesueur. We’re the father-daughter team from Bancorp Insurance located in beautiful Central Oregon. Bancorp Insurance is a family-run, independent insurance agency. We specialize in helping our neighbors here in Central Oregon with...

  44. Insurance Talk — What is a Workers’ Comp Audit?

    Welcome to Insurance Talk with Cheri Martinen and Rex Lesueur. We’re the father-daughter team from Bancorp Insurance. We are located in beautiful Central Oregon, and we're a family-run insurance agency here to help you with all of your burning insurance questions. And the burning insurance…

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  45. Insurance Talk — What’s Going On in the Insurance Business

    Welcome to Insurance Talk with Cheri Martinen and Rex Lesueur. We are the father-daughter team from Bancorp Insurance located in beautiful Central Oregon. And we're starting off the year here in 2021 with a fun podcast for everyone to listen to. Learn about what's going on in the insurance…

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  46. Insurance Talk — Preventing Employment Practice Liability Claims

    Today we have a special guest in the studio, Ed Martinen. And yes we're related, he’s my husband. We're so happy to have him here today. He's going to be talking about preventative measures that employers can take to hopefully not get claims.

  47. Insurance Talk — 2021 Regence Blue Cross Blue Shield Medicare Plans

    Welcome to Insurance Talk. We are located in beautiful Central Oregon in La Pine on a nice, smoky, beautiful October day. I am Cheri Martinen from Bancorp Insurance, and today I have a very special guest. I have Dara Smith and Dara is from Regence Blue Cross Blue Shield. And she is talking to us...

  48. Insurance Talk — Learn About PacificSource Medicare Benefits for 2021

    Thank you for joining Insurance Talk with Cheri Martinen. Today I have a very special guest coming to us all the way from Bend, Oregon. Emily Carrick from PacificSource Medicare is in our studio today. I'm super excited to have her here because Open Enrollment, or Annual Election Period, is right...

  49. Insurance Talk — How to Save Money on Your Auto Insurance

    One of our topics today is that the economy's tough right now. A lot of people are out of work and we just want to give a couple of tips about how to save some money on their auto insurance to make this time a little less stressful. We're not going to make it non-stressful, that's not something I...

  50. Insurance Talk — Saving Money on Business Insurance Costs

    This is a pretty timely topic. We talked about how we can save money with your personal insurance on a previous podcast. Now, we're going to talk about how your business can save money on its insurance costs during this time when things are tough.

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Rex Lesueur and Cheri Martinen give you straight forward answers to your insurance questions.

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Rex Lesueur and Cheri Martinen give you straight forward answers to your insurance questions.

How often does Insurance Talk release new episodes?

Insurance Talk publishes regularly with 106 episodes available. Check the episode list for the typical release schedule.

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Insurance Talk is created and hosted by Cheri Martinen.
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