RAW: Real Actuarial Women
Episodes
Professional Growth Miniseries Part 1: Communication
17 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
For our Season 2 Q2 special topics episode, instead of a single topic, we’re bringing you a 3-part Professional Growth Miniseries!Originally recorde...
Allyship in Action
31 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, David Scharf demonstrates true allyship by shining the spotlight on a few key women who provided the confidence and encouragement he ...
Special Episode: MentorUp Celebration
27 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In our first, quarterly special topics episode, we celebrate NAWA's MentorUp Program by chatting with 3 women who have personally and professionally b...
Robust Returns on Reduced Time
26 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Sandy McCoy shares how she thrived in her career for many years on a reduced time book of business to prioritize her personal life, as well as tips fo...
RAW Wrapped
19 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The final episode of Season 1! Lizzie recaps our accomplishments from 2025 and gives some teasers for what's to come in Season 2 dropping in 2026.
Bias, Balance, & Belonging
19 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Malika Bender shares her non-linear actuarial journey, reflecting on gender, caregiving, and career tradeoffs while discussing her wo...
Scenic Route to Dream Career
01 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Aria Rockwood shares her story working with Women Actuaries of the West and harnessing a powerful group of women to get her dream role as an actuary a...
Special Episode: NAWA Annual Meeting 2025
22 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this special episode, we hear from representatives of the 5 impact committees within NAWA. Learn about the mentorship program, upcoming GAINS repor...
Creative Course to C-Suite
30 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Alessa Quane tells us about her unique path to becoming a Chief Actuary. She encourages young actuaries to seek sponsorship & pay attention to th...
The Bravery of Breaking Free From Structure
31 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dalesa Bady discusses the comfort of structure early in her career from actuarial exams and the importance of breaking free and charting your own cour...
Giving Back Through Leadership
30 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Megan Baker tells us about her career journey and how transitioning to a leadership role felt like a way to give back to the profession.
Adversity as an Advantage
30 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Julia Lessing FIAA talks about how standing out and taking the road less traveled by fueled her incredible career. Check out her podcast "We Are Actua...
Crying, Cursing, and Finding your Champions in the Office
30 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ellen Kleinstuber (FSA, FCA, FSPA, EA, MAAA), founder of Infinity Actuarial Consulting, shares her story about having emotions in the workplace and ho...
Getting Comfortable with the Uncomfortable
31 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Alexa Stephens, Chief Actuary for Assurant, tells us about her experience immigrating from Cuba, and how it helped her to become comfortable being unc...
The Perfectionism Paradox
25 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jessica Kildow tells us all about how perfectionism leads to burnout. Developing sustainable habits and learning to set boundaries is so important!
Meet Your Host!
28 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Bonus episode exploring what this podcast is, where we're headed as we expand in the future, and who the heck is this Lizzie Eason, ACAS person anyway...
From Part-time to Promotion
26 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we learn about Candace Woods' inspiring journey from a small town and part-time work to becoming a Chief Actuary.
An Ally's Account
23 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Cory Gusland discusses how women actuaries have inspired and uplifted his career and how he pays it forward as an ally to women actuaries today.
Global Growth Goals
27 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This episode, we hear about the incredible international career journey of Cathy Lyn. Fresh off of her election to the Institute and Faculty of Actuar...
Be Your Best
07 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Kristen Long talks about being a non-stereotypical actuary. One of my personal favorite quotes from the interview is "You're allowed to be the best at...
Don't Be Afraid To Do What You Really Want To Do
11 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Best-selling author Linley Baker joins us this week to talk about her book: "Don't Be Afraid to do What You Really Want to Do" and her career as an ac...
Captain of My Career
29 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Aree Bly from the board of NAWA joins us to discuss how you can create the career that's best for you.