Latest Actuary Podcast Episodes
Actuary of the Future: Launching Your Actuarial Career: Vy Le
SOA Podcasts - Society of Actuaries - December 27, 2023 15:00 - 31 minutes ★★★★★ - 25 ratingsJoin Vy Le, FSA, CERA and Chris Smith, ASA for a great discussion of topics that include pursuing your passions (both at work and outside of it), the value of education and the SOA exam track, and - of course - tips and tools for early-career actuaries.
Young Professional Advisory Council: Being An Actuary In Latin America - Part Two
SOA Podcasts - Society of Actuaries - December 25, 2023 12:00 - 23 minutes ★★★★★ - 25 ratingsJoin Roberto Gomez, ASA, and Kiu Yuen, FSA, as they explore the Actuarial world within Latin America with their expert panel in this two-part episode. This discussion promises a rich conversation covering topics like the journey of becoming an actuary, the role of SOA in Latin America, and the...
Marketing and Distribution Section: Minimum Viable Product (MVP) in Insurance Product Development Part 2
SOA Podcasts - Society of Actuaries - December 22, 2023 12:00 - 36 minutes ★★★★★ - 25 ratingsDiscover the role that a Minimum Viable Product (MVP) has in insurance product development in our two-part podcast series. Experts Joe Alaimo and Chris Siudzinski explore how MVP and agile software development can innovate insurance solutions.
Emerging Topics Community: Minimum Viable Product (MVP) in Insurance Product Development Part 2
SOA Podcasts - Society of Actuaries - December 22, 2023 12:00 - 36 minutes ★★★★★ - 25 ratingsDiscover the role that a Minimum Viable Product (MVP) has in insurance product development in our two-part podcast series. Experts Joe Alaimo and Chris Siudzinski explore how MVP and agile software development can innovate insurance solutions.
Health Section: The Biosimilar Wave
SOA Podcasts - Society of Actuaries - December 18, 2023 12:00 - 25 minutes ★★★★★ - 25 ratingsAre the many new biologic drugs that launch each year bringing the clinical innovation that patients desperately need or the financial doom that healthcare benefit plan sponsors and their members cannot afford? Or both? What are biosimilar drugs and how can they help? This podcast and its rel...
Ron Gebhardtsbauer
Actuary Voices - December 07, 2023 15:29 - 32 minutes ★★★★★ - 9 ratingsRon Gebhardtsbauer is a former senior pension fellow with the Academy and is one of the authors of the Academy’s latest paper Social Security and Financially Disadvantaged Groups. They discuss the paper, his experience as a volunteer and his contributions to the national conversation on Social S...
Health Section: The Inflation Reduction Act: What Should Actuaries Know?
SOA Podcasts - Society of Actuaries - December 04, 2023 12:00 - 21 minutes ★★★★★ - 25 ratingsIn this podcast, Jackie Lee interviews Milliman Principal Gabriela Dieguez on the highlights of the Inflation Reduction Act and how it is shaping Medicare Part D, the largest prescription drug program in the world.
Actuary of the Future: Launching Your Actuarial Career: Jennifer Lang
SOA Podcasts - Society of Actuaries - December 01, 2023 15:00 - 36 minutes ★★★★★ - 25 ratingsJoin Jennifer Lang, FIAA and Chris Smith, ASA for a great discussion on this latest episode of the Actuary of the Future section’s podcast for aspiring actuaries. Topics include actuaries’ intersection with the field of data science, our role in helping manage the response to the COVID-19 pandem...
Marketing and Distribution Section: Minimum Viable Product (MVP) in Insurance Product Development
SOA Podcasts - Society of Actuaries - December 01, 2023 12:00 - 35 minutes ★★★★★ - 25 ratingsDiscover the role that a Minimum Viable Product (MVP) has in insurance product development in our two-part podcast series. Experts Joe Alaimo and Chris Siudzinski explore how MVP and agile software development can innovate insurance solutions.
Emerging Topics Community: Minimum Viable Product (MVP) in Insurance Product Development
SOA Podcasts - Society of Actuaries - December 01, 2023 12:00 - 35 minutes ★★★★★ - 25 ratingsDiscover the role that a Minimum Viable Product (MVP) has in insurance product development in our two-part podcast series. Experts Joe Alaimo and Chris Siudzinski explore how MVP and agile software development can innovate insurance solutions.
Young Professional Advisory Council: Being an Actuary in Latin America - Part One
SOA Podcasts - Society of Actuaries - November 29, 2023 17:01 - 23 minutes ★★★★★ - 25 ratingsJoin Roberto Gomez, ASA, and Kiu Yuen, FSA, as they explore the Actuarial world within Latin America with their expert panel within a two part episode. This discussion promises a rich conversation covering topics like the journey of becoming an actuary, the role of SOA in Latin America, and the ...
Philip Mulder
Actuary Voices - November 09, 2023 18:32 - 31 minutes ★★★★★ - 9 ratingsPhilip Mulder, Assistant Professor of Risk and Insurance at the University of Wisconsin-Madison and the recipient of the Academy’s inaugural Research Award, joins Actuary Voices to discuss his work on climate finance, real estate and household finance, environmental economics, and insurance.
Young Professional Advisory Council: A Little Help from My Friends: The Power of Networking with SOA Sections
SOA Podcasts - Society of Actuaries - October 30, 2023 11:00 - 19 minutes ★★★★★ - 25 ratingsJoin Morgan Zuidema, FSA, and Bryon Robidoux as they take you into the world of SOA Sections. Uncover the practical insights, tools, and strategies that can help you leverage Sections to advance your professional journey through becoming a "Friend of a Section". Gain a comprehensive understandin...
Sam Tashima
Actuary Voices - October 24, 2023 17:01 - 26 minutes ★★★★★ - 9 ratingsSam Tashima, 2023 Rising Actuary award recipient, joins Actuary Voices to discuss the cyber insurance landscape and how actuaries can adjust to these emerging areas. As Cybersecurity Awareness Month draws to a close, he also shares how the Cyber Risk Committee’s research contributes to current p...
Emerging Topics Community: Actuaries in the Age of AI: A conversation with ChatGPT
SOA Podcasts - Society of Actuaries - October 12, 2023 21:09 - 14 minutes ★★★★★ - 25 ratingsIn this captivating podcast, Joe Alaimo, CEO of ProComp, sits down with ChatGPT, one of the most advanced AI models, to delve into the future of the actuarial profession. ChatGPT provides thought-provoking insights and predictions on where the profession is headed, the challenges that lie ahe...
InsurTech Insights with Ahmed Sherif Abdelgalil
Get Plugged In - October 12, 2023 17:48 - 16 minutesHear Guest Ahmed Sherif Abdelgalil, Chief Product Officer and Chief Actuary at Kaf Insurance talk with Host Blake Hill, Executive Leader and Actuary at Dacadoo about his very unique actuarial and InsurTech journey.
Social Insurance & Public Finance Section: Episode 4 - Social Security: A Look Ahead
SOA Podcasts - Society of Actuaries - October 11, 2023 15:17 - 38 minutes ★★★★★ - 25 ratingsIn the conclusion of a four-part series, Bruce Schobel and Geof Hileman discuss what lies ahead for the Social Security program. The trust funds are projected to be depleted around 2034, but what does that really mean for beneficiaries? And what can be done?
Social Insurance & Public Finance Section: Episode 3 - Social Security: Benefit Calculations
SOA Podcasts - Society of Actuaries - October 11, 2023 15:15 - 36 minutes ★★★★★ - 25 ratingsIn Part 3 of a four-part series, Bruce Schobel and Geof Hileman dive deep into some of the finer calculation details related to Social Security benefits. If you don't know what a bend point or a COLA is, this episode is for you.
Social Insurance & Public Finance Section: Episode 2 - Social Security: Key Beneficiary Decisions
SOA Podcasts - Society of Actuaries - October 11, 2023 15:11 - 47 minutes ★★★★★ - 25 ratingsIn Part 2 of a four-part series, Bruce Schobel and Geof Hileman analyze some of the key decisions that retirees face, most importantly the critical question of when to start receiving Social Security benefits. Disability benefits and spousal benefits are also covered in this episode.
Social Insurance & Public Finance Section: Episode 1 - Social Security: An Overview
SOA Podcasts - Society of Actuaries - October 11, 2023 14:52 - 33 minutes ★★★★★ - 25 ratingsIn Part 1 of a four-part series, Bruce Schobel and Geof Hileman discuss the history and structure of the Social Security program, which provides benefits to over 66 million Americans each month. In this episode, you will learn why you should care about this program, both as an actuary and as a t...
Larry Zimpleman
Actuary Voices - October 05, 2023 15:41 - 19 minutes ★★★★★ - 9 ratingsPast Academy President Larry Zimpleman joins the latest episode of Actuary Voices to share his career journey, the rewarding value of volunteer work at the Academy and his insights on what’s next for the actuarial profession.
Actuary of the Future: Launching Your Actuarial Career: Dominic Lee, The Maverick Actuary
SOA Podcasts - Society of Actuaries - October 02, 2023 11:00 - 48 minutes ★★★★★ - 25 ratingsThe Maverick Actuary, Dominic Lee, ACAS reflects on his dynamic career journey which traverses insurance, software, content creation, and public speaking with host Chris Smith, ASA. Dominic shares granular insights on opportunities for actuaries outside of insurance, AI's impact on the actuari...
InsurTech Insights with Ben Blakeslee
Get Plugged In - September 28, 2023 16:01 - 14 minutesListen to Ben Blakeslee, AVP & Actuary at Munich Reinsurance America, Inc. share his insights with host, Blake Hill, FSA, FCIA, Executive Leader and Actuary at Dacadoo.
InsurTech Insights with Aneesha Desphande
Get Plugged In - September 26, 2023 14:41 - 21 minutesHear Aneesha Deshpande talk about her unique InsurTech journey with host Blake Hill.
Young Professional Advisory Council: The Actuary’s International Roadmap
SOA Podcasts - Society of Actuaries - September 25, 2023 11:00 - 21 minutes ★★★★★ - 25 ratingsJoin us for a captivating episode as YPAC Member Silver Zhou, FSA, MAAA, sits down with special guest Andres (Andy) Montes, ASA, MAAA, MBA. Delving into Andy's one-of-a-kind international career journey, offering valuable insights for those looking to shape their own distinctive career paths. Di...
Actuary of the Future: Launching Your Actuarial Career: Mary Pat Campbell
SOA Podcasts - Society of Actuaries - September 18, 2023 14:15 - 33 minutes ★★★★★ - 25 ratingsJoin Chris Smith, ASA, and Mary Pat Campbell, FSA for an insightful discussion full of tips and tricks for early-career actuaries and those aspiring to enter the field (as well as a brief detour into the topic of poker).
Entrepreneurial and Innovation Section: Everyday Entrepreneur: From Dance to Actuarial Innovation
SOA Podcasts - Society of Actuaries - September 13, 2023 17:36 - 34 minutes ★★★★★ - 25 ratingsHost Rong Rong, FSA, CPCU, and Arthur da Silva, FSA, FCIA, talk about how dancing and music relate to an actuarial career and what day-to-day work is like in a start-up company.
Long Term Care Section: LTC Innovation and Wellness
SOA Podcasts - Society of Actuaries - September 13, 2023 13:48 - 29 minutes ★★★★★ - 25 ratingsRoger Loomis and Erik Wenzel discuss Assured Allies wellness program which reports it can reduce LTC claim costs by 18%.
Maria Kirilenko and Koren Holden
Actuary Voices - September 11, 2023 19:38 - 32 minutes ★★★★★ - 9 ratingsMaria Kirilenko and Koren Holden, members of the Pension Committee and authors of the new issue brief Valuing Gender Expansive Data join Actuary Voices to discuss issues pension actuaries may consider when performing valuations using sex/gender expansive data. They also discuss their experience ...
Health Section: SDOH Beyond the Numbers
SOA Podcasts - Society of Actuaries - September 11, 2023 11:00 - 26 minutes ★★★★★ - 25 ratingsListen in as host Jackie Lee and guests Rebecca Owen and Sara Teppema delve into the intricate world of social determinants of health (SDOH) and their profound impact on actuarial workstreams. They explore how SDOH data, sourced from a range of primary and secondary sources, shapes actuarial dec...