# throwback thursday (blogs) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 15 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover throwback thursday. Page: Feed: --- ## [Stop being hypocritical and give PCWs what they want](https://www.postonline.co.uk/regulation/7960801/stop-being-hypocritical-and-give-pcws-what-they-want) _2026-08-21 · Claims - postonline.co.uk_ Deputy Editor’s View: Scott McGee argues that if insurers want aggregators to focus on more than just price, they should provide the claims data they’ve been asking for. ## [Penny Black’s Social Diary: Hiscox's stock market fanfare](https://www.postonline.co.uk/personal/7960785/penny-blacks-social-diary-hiscoxs-stock-market-fanfare) _2026-08-21 · Personal - postonline.co.uk_ Penny Black has been out and about again, notebook in one hand and canapé in the other, keeping a keen eye on the insurance industry’s more whimsical moments. ## [Organized People, Organized Power: 3 Lessons We Learned From Angie Nixon’s Campaign](https://www.contrabandcamp.com/p/organized-people-organized-power) _2026-08-20 · LaTosha Brown · ContrabandCamp_ The state representative’s upset victory in the Democratic primary for U.S. Senate offers some important lessons we need to remember, regardless of what happens in November. ## [Is the Internet Making Us Dumb? Blacksplained By Dr. April Scott, Actual Psychology Expert](https://www.contrabandcamp.com/p/is-the-internet-making-us-dumb-blacksplained) _2026-08-20 · Michael Harriot · ContrabandCamp_ A scholar and psychology professor with three degrees in psych Blacksplains bonnet hysteria, Yung Miami's rapping ability and whether social media is rotting our brains. ## [Lifestyles that affect the liver](https://pridemagazineng.com/lifestyles-that-affect-the-liver/) _2026-08-20 · Pride Team · Pride Magazine Nigeria_ The liver is one of the body’s most important organs. It helps process nutrients, remove harmful substances from the blood, produce bile for digestion and store energy for later use. Despite its importance, everyday lifestyle choices can gradually put a strain on the liver and increase the risk of liver disease. The good news is \[...\] The post Lifestyles that affect the liver appeared first on… ## [#ThrowbackThursday: Toys we improvised to play with as kids](https://pridemagazineng.com/throwbackthursday-toys-we-improvised-to-play-with-as-kids/) _2026-08-20 · Pride Team · Pride Magazine Nigeria_ Before smartphones, gaming consoles and expensive toys became common, Nigerian children had their own creative ways of having fun. We did not always need toys from a shop to keep ourselves entertained. With a little imagination, everyday items around the house or neighbourhood could become something exciting. Looking back, some of these improvised toys gave \[...\] The post #ThrowbackThursday: Toys… ## [Salmonella outbreak highlights recall preparedness gaps](https://www.postonline.co.uk/risk-management/7960944/salmonella-outbreak-highlights-recall-preparedness-gaps) _2026-08-20 · Risk Management - postonline.co.uk_ Insurance experts have warned that insurers should be confident in their readiness in the event a food contamination event takes place, amid the UK’s salmonella outbreak. ## [Why the real AI advantage in insurance lies beyond the model](https://www.postonline.co.uk/reinsurance/7960922/why-the-real-ai-advantage-in-insurance-lies-beyond-the-model) _2026-08-20 · Reinsurance - postonline.co.uk_ View from the top: Ben Rose, CEO of Supercede, argues that as artificial intelligence models become commoditised, the advantage for the industry will come from the context and infrastructure surrounding them. ## [Throwback Thursday: Female first; Co-op’s woe](https://www.postonline.co.uk/risk-management/7959611/throwback-thursday-female-first-co-ops-woe) _2026-08-20 · Personal - postonline.co.uk_ Insurance Post’s Throwback Thursday steps back in time to August 1971 to remind you what was going on this week in insurance history when a woman first entered a male building safety arena and Co-operative Insurance’s results were disappointing. ## [Project 2025 Performance Review: How Trump Achieved Every Goal of the White Agenda](https://www.contrabandcamp.com/p/project-2025-performance-review-how) _2026-08-20 · Michael Harriot · ContrabandCamp_ In less than two years, the Trump administration has fulfilled every aspect of the Heritage Foundation’s plan to make America white again. ## [Countdown to Getting Paid (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/KDu3utoZyAZl) _2026-08-20 · **Sponsored**_ Create a shareable wallet timer — deposits buy back time and pay debt down ## [Fall Sessions Are Almost Here! 🍎](https://wvdcenter.substack.com/p/fall-sessions-are-almost-here) _2026-08-19 · The Dyslexia Center · Decoded_ Hello! We know you are chomping at the bit to get your fall schedules confirmed! We want you to know that we are actively wrapping up the final pieces this week and hope to have final schedule confirmations out to you within the next few days. ## [Some Links I've Found](https://raintreeruckus.com/some-links-ive-found/) _2026-08-19 · Albi · Raintree Ruckus_ There's also boobies. ## [Pets at Home enters pet insurance market with ‘big ambitions’](https://www.postonline.co.uk/news/7960647/pets-at-home-enters-pet-insurance-market-with-big-ambitions) _2026-08-19 · Personal - postonline.co.uk_ Pets at Home has today (19 August) launched its insurance product, and CEO of insurance Matt Poll has spoken to Insurance Post about the company's “big ambitions” in the sector. ## [CDL chief predicts agentic AI will reshape insurance expectations](https://www.postonline.co.uk/technology/7960939/cdl-chief-predicts-agentic-ai-will-reshape-insurance-expectations) _2026-08-19 · Personal - postonline.co.uk_ Insurers must be ready for how consumer expectations will shift when artificial intelligence agentic agents “do our shopping for us”, according to CDL CEO Nigel Phillips. ## [ABI sets out steps to strengthen UK cyber resilience](https://www.postonline.co.uk/technology/7960941/abi-sets-out-steps-to-strengthen-uk-cyber-resilience) _2026-08-19 · Claims - postonline.co.uk_ The Association of British Insurers is calling for clearer cyber insurance policies, stronger distribution and greater data sharing as part of a series of recommendations aimed at strengthening the UK’s resilience to cyber risk. ## [African countries without seaports](https://pridemagazineng.com/african-countries-without-seaports/) _2026-08-19 · Pride Team · Pride Magazine Nigeria_ When we think of Africa, images of beautiful coastlines, busy harbours and fishing communities often come to mind. From Lagos to Mombasa and Cape Town to Alexandria, the continent has several important coastal cities that connect Africa to the rest of the world. However, not every African country has access to the sea. There are \[...\] The post African countries without seaports appeared first on… ## [Woman Crush Wednesday: Dr Fiona Igwe](https://pridemagazineng.com/woman-crush-wednesday-dr-fiona-igwe/) _2026-08-19 · Pride Team · Pride Magazine Nigeria_ Our Woman Crush Wednesday, Dr Fiona Igwe dedicates her life to creating opportunities, restoring hope and saving lives. Her purpose was born from personal loss, and as a public health leader, humanitarian, social entrepreneur and changemaker, her life’s work is proof that one person’s pain can become the catalyst for healing countless others. As \[...\] The post Woman Crush Wednesday: Dr Fiona Igwe… ## [#MenLifestyle: Sports for men over 40](https://pridemagazineng.com/menlifestyle-sports-for-men-over-40/) _2026-08-19 · Pride Team · Pride Magazine Nigeria_ Turning 40 is not a reason to slow down. If anything, it is a good time to become more intentional about staying active and taking care of your body. While the body may not recover as quickly as it did in your 20s or 30s, regular exercise can help men over 40 maintain strength, flexibility, \[...\] The post #MenLifestyle: Sports for men over 40 appeared first on Pride Magazine Nigeria . ## [Time:To: Quest Gate’s Laker on upping your claims game](https://www.postonline.co.uk/claims/7960534/timeto-quest-gates-laker-on-upping-your-claims-game) _2026-08-19 · Claims - postonline.co.uk_ Greg Laker, CEO of Quest Gates, shares three things the industry needs to do to improve claims in the latest Insurance Post Time:To video. ## [How Frederick Douglass’ Comedic Delivery Helped Deliver Us From Slavery](https://www.contrabandcamp.com/p/how-frederick-douglass-comedic-delivery) _2026-08-18 · Aaron Ross Coleman · ContrabandCamp_ The Maryland-born activist was a fiery abolitionist—but he was also a humorist poking fun at planters’ revolting behavior to fuel the revolt against slavery. ## [Play Both Sides Of The Lie (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/cZzgG4T826mN) _2026-08-18 · **Sponsored**_ Two operatives, one manufactured war — uncover the Complete Truth after both campaigns. ## [Twice-Exceptional Students and Dyslexia](https://wvdcenter.substack.com/p/twice-exceptional-students-and-dyslexia) _2026-08-18 · The Dyslexia Center · Decoded_ Some of the most misunderstood students in our schools are also some of the most capable. ## [Remote versus Onsite work](https://pridemagazineng.com/remote-versus-onsite-work/) _2026-08-18 · Pride Team · Pride Magazine Nigeria_ The way we work has changed significantly in recent years. While the traditional office remains an important part of professional life, remote work has become increasingly popular, allowing employees to work from home or other locations. Both remote and onsite work have their advantages and disadvantages, and deciding which is better often depends on the \[...\] The post Remote versus Onsite work… ## [Dear Dorothy: I am worried my body odour is pushing people away](https://pridemagazineng.com/dear-dorothy-i-am-worried-my-body-odour-is-pushing-people-away/) _2026-08-18 · Pride Team · Pride Magazine Nigeria_ Dear Dorothy, I have a problem that is making me feel embarrassed and uncomfortable around people. I have noticed that I sometimes have body odour, even though I bathe regularly and try to keep myself clean. I am worried that people around me can smell it, and I have become very self-conscious. Nobody has directly \[...\] The post Dear Dorothy: I am worried my body odour is pushing people away… ## [Why the MGA sector is built for what’s next](https://www.postonline.co.uk/risk-management/7960921/why-the-mga-sector-is-built-for-whats-next) _2026-08-18 · Claims - postonline.co.uk_ Trade Voice: Michael Keating, CEO of the Managing General Agents’ Association, discusses key themes from this year’s MGAA conference and argues the sector is helping to lead, not react, to change across the market. ## [Why the National Association of Black Journalists 'Personally Attacked' Stephen A. Smith, Explained](https://www.contrabandcamp.com/p/why-the-national-association-of-black) _2026-08-17 · Michael Harriot · ContrabandCamp_ It's impossible to understand why the ESPN personality won NABJ's Thumbs Down Award without knowing the history, the mission and the series of events that preceded the decision. ## [Aviva outlines plan for double-digit market share growth](https://www.postonline.co.uk/personal/7960927/aviva-outlines-plan-for-double-digit-market-share-growth) _2026-08-17 · Personal - postonline.co.uk_ Aviva is targeting a double-digit market share of the UK specialty personal lines within the next few years. ## [Unconventional ways to show love to your spouse](https://pridemagazineng.com/unconventional-ways-to-show-love-to-your-spouse/) _2026-08-17 · Pride Team · Pride Magazine Nigeria_ Love is often expressed through the familiar gestures: saying “I love you”, buying gifts, planning dates, celebrating birthdays and anniversaries, or simply being there when your spouse needs you. These gestures matter, but sometimes love becomes even more meaningful when it is expressed in unexpected ways. You do not always need grand romantic gestures to \[...\] The post Unconventional ways to… ## [English Heritage offers ‘splat’ insurance for ice creams](https://www.postonline.co.uk/personal/7960929/english-heritage-offers-splat-insurance-for-ice-creams) _2026-08-17 · Personal - postonline.co.uk_ English Heritage has launched “Ice Cream Splat Insurance” to protect families from the fall-out of dropping an ice cream during a day out. ## [#MondayMotivation: How to manage workplace competition](https://pridemagazineng.com/mondaymotivation-how-to-manage-workplace-competition/) _2026-08-17 · Pride Team · Pride Magazine Nigeria_ Competition is a natural part of the workplace. Whether it is about promotions, recognition, leadership opportunities, projects or simply being noticed by management, there will always be moments when you find yourself competing with colleagues. Workplace competition is not necessarily a bad thing. Healthy competition can motivate employees to improve their skills, work harder and \[...\] The post… ## [Diary of an Insurance PR: Omnia’s Nathalie Crystal](https://www.postonline.co.uk/people/7960563/diary-of-an-insurance-pr-omnias-nathalie-crystal) _2026-08-17 · Risk Management - postonline.co.uk_ Nathalie Crystal, associate director at Omnia Partners, proves the importance of preparation by packing in plenty of meetings with journalists at this year's British Insurance Brokers’ Association conference. ## [Brisk AI News Briefings (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/gzBuz29K4e8m) _2026-08-17 · **Sponsored**_ Read AI summaries and listen to audio briefings for top stories. ## [REFRESH ON SUNDAY: THE CRY OF THE CANAANITE WOMAN](https://pridemagazineng.com/refresh-on-sunday-the-cry-of-the-canaanite-woman/) _2026-08-16 · Pride Team · Pride Magazine Nigeria_ Readings: Isaiah 56:1, 6-7; Psalm 67; Romans 11:13-15, 29-32; Matthew 15:21-28 Grace and peace to you, my dear brethren in Christ. In the First Reading of today, the Lord announces His intention to manifest His love even to foreigners, and the Psalmist confirms this by praying that all nations may come to know God’s saving \[...\] The post REFRESH ON SUNDAY: THE CRY OF THE CANAANITE WOMAN appeared… ## [Our Next Vacation? Over My Dead Body!](https://robertbasler.substack.com/p/our-next-vacation-over-my-dead-body) _2026-08-16 · Robert Basler · 5 a.m. Stories_ I’m still surprised we didn’t get called in for counseling... ## [Another Thing I've Given Up On: Dating/Community Apps](https://raintreeruckus.com/another-thing-ive-given-up-on-dating-community-apps/) _2026-08-16 · Albi · Raintree Ruckus_ No, really, this time I mean it! I know I've said it before! But this time I really, really, really really really mean it! I won't even install one for review! I mean... okay. Probably. Like Garfield (and the Jedi), I loathe dealing in absolutes. But ## [The Wake-Up Call: Brains, Bigfoot and Black Journalists](https://www.contrabandcamp.com/p/the-wake-up-call-brains-bigfoot-and) _2026-08-14 · Michael Harriot · ContrabandCamp_ Live from the conference for the National Association of Black Journalists. [Listen](https://api.substack.com/feed/podcast/211136732/7412f5f4b861944246271871d5e9278c.mp3) ## [Escapage](https://raintreeruckus.com/escapage/) _2026-08-14 · Albi · Raintree Ruckus_ What are my weekend plans, babe? ## [Aviva's Storah reveals further Direct Line gains to come](https://www.postonline.co.uk/news/7960925/avivas-storah-reveals-further-direct-line-gains-to-come) _2026-08-14 · Claims - postonline.co.uk_ While Aviva has completed the bulk of its Direct Line integration, according to UK and Ireland general insurance CEO Jason Storah, a major overhaul of its claims systems is only getting started. ## [Aviva almost doubles personal lines premiums after Direct Line deal](https://www.postonline.co.uk/news/7960920/aviva-almost-doubles-personal-lines-premiums-after-direct-line-deal) _2026-08-14 · Personal - postonline.co.uk_ Aviva has hailed a strong first half of 2026 with group operating profit increasing 24% to £1.32bn and UK personal lines premiums almost doubling following the acquisition of Direct Line. ## [Endless heatwaves are becoming insurance’s hot potato](https://www.postonline.co.uk/personal/7960919/endless-heatwaves-are-becoming-insurances-hot-potato) _2026-08-14 · Claims - postonline.co.uk_ Editor’s View: A summer of heatwaves, wildfires and increasing subsidence claims is another warning that insurance cannot rely on yesterday’s climate to price tomorrow’s risks, according to Emma Ann Hughes. ## [Penny Black’s Social Diary: Lime Street Festival](https://www.postonline.co.uk/personal/7960783/penny-blacks-social-diary-lime-street-festival) _2026-08-14 · Personal - postonline.co.uk_ Penny Black has been out and about again, notebook in one hand and canapé in the other, keeping a keen eye on the insurance industry’s more whimsical moments. ## [Throwback Thursday: Untangling the Strands: A Dive into the Science of Reading](https://wvdcenter.substack.com/p/throwback-thursday-untangling-the) _2026-08-13 · The Dyslexia Center · Decoded_ By Lynn Brown, M.Ed. CERI certified structured literacy teacher ## [The Albums Always On My Phone](https://raintreeruckus.com/the-albums-always-on-my-phone/) _2026-08-13 · Albi · Raintree Ruckus_ There's a couple of artists I've mentioned already , so I'll indulge and elaborate: Yunyu's "Spiked Soul" was one of my very first purchases on Bandcamp . I really enjoyed the creepygothiness of Lenore's Song and the singer's ## [Throwback Thursday: Destiny, or Dumb Luck?](https://robertbasler.substack.com/p/throwback-thursday-destiny-or-dumb) _2026-08-13 · Robert Basler · 5 a.m. Stories_ Didn't Little Orphan Annie live around here? ## [Why You Can Stop Crying About the 'Literacy Crisis,' Blacksplained by Dr. Ahmad R. Washington](https://www.contrabandcamp.com/p/why-you-can-stop-crying-about-the) _2026-08-12 · Michael Harriot · ContrabandCamp_ According to the professor and department chair at the University of Louisville's School of Counseling and Human Development, America's literacy crisis is more complicated than you think. [Listen](https://api.substack.com/feed/podcast/210941818/b925412c109c6167af3b89348b5ff630.mp3) ## [I GUESS](https://raintreeruckus.com/i-guess/) _2026-08-12 · Albi · Raintree Ruckus_ How are you feeling about the year? It's happening. It is The best way I can put this. And it keeps happening. Where do you see progress in yourself so far this year? Hard to say. But if I include The little, less grand things It becomes easier. ## [BIA 2026 winner Q&A: QBE’s UK executive director Chris Wallace](https://www.postonline.co.uk/commercial/7960897/bia-2026-winner-qa-qbes-uk-executive-director-chris-wallace) _2026-08-12 · Claims - postonline.co.uk_ QBE’s Chris Wallace explains what it means to be crowned General Insurer of the Year at the British Insurance Awards, sharing insights into claims transformation, developing solutions for emerging risks and the importance of keeping clients and brokers in the feedback loop. ## [Is a gen AI-enabled fraud tsunami heading for multiple business lines?](https://www.postonline.co.uk/claims/7960737/is-a-gen-ai-enabled-fraud-tsunami-heading-for-multiple-business-lines) _2026-08-12 · Claims - postonline.co.uk_ Amid an escalation of artificial intelligence-enabled fraudulent claims in the home and motor lines, Marcel Le Gouais explores how insurers are ramping up detection measures and collaborating with police to aid fraudster convictions. ## [Time:To – Ex-Allianz Hobbs on why brokers should be risk advisers](https://www.postonline.co.uk/broker/7960533/timeto-ex-allianz-hobbs-on-why-brokers-should-be-risk-advisers) _2026-08-12 · Risk Management - postonline.co.uk_ How brokers can use technology to become intimate with customers before they meet them face-to-face is revealed by Nick Hobbs, former chief distribution officer of Allianz, in the latest Insurance Post Time:To video. ## [Join Our Team!](https://wvdcenter.substack.com/p/join-our-team-5e3) _2026-08-11 · The Dyslexia Center · Decoded_ Immediate need for Tutors! ## [CRT for HOTD: Rhaenyra Targaryen Wins Karen of the Year, Most Outstanding Fascist at WHITEFOLKS Awards](https://www.contrabandcamp.com/p/crt-for-hotd-rhaenyra-targaryen-wins) _2026-08-11 · Michael Harriot · ContrabandCamp_ Westeros' highest honors were awarded shortly after the third season finale of "House of the Dragon." ## [Progress Monitoring Explained for Parents (What the Data Should Actually Tell You)](https://wvdcenter.substack.com/p/progress-monitoring-explained-for) _2026-08-11 · The Dyslexia Center · Decoded_ If your child is receiving reading support—through MTSS, an IEP, or intervention—you’ve probably heard: