Research Insights, a Society of Actuaries Podcast

From Actuary to Jeopardy!

17 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this special episode of the Research Insights Podcast, Dale Hall, Managing Director of Research at the Society of Actuaries Research Institute, spe...

NAIC 2026 Spring Meeting Recap

16 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Society of Actuaries Research Insights Podcast, Dale Hall, Managing Director of Research at the SOA Research Institute, is join...

The Longevity Brief with Siegel and Clark – Episode 3

31 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of The Longevity Brief with Siegel and Clark, host Rose Northon is joined by Steve Siegel and Kara Clark from the Society of Actuaries...

March 2026 Classic Edition-Predictive Analytics and Machine Learning

14 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this classic episode of Research Insights, the discussion centers around the growing impact of predictive analytics and machine learning in actuar...

The Longevity Brief with Siegel and Clark – Episode 2

11 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this second episode of The Longevity Brief with Siegel and Clark, host Rose Northon of the Society of Actuaries Research Institute is joined by Ste...

19th Annual Survey of Emerging Risks

11 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Society of Actuaries Research Institute's Research Insights Podcast, Dale Hall speaks with Michael Bean, FSA (also a member of ...

International Women's Day - March 8, 2026

08 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this special International Women's Day episode of the Society of Actuaries Research Institute's Research Insights Podcast, host Kara Clark, Senior ...

February 2026 Classic Edition - Retirement Planning and Decision-Making Among Early Middle-Aged Adults

14 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

February is often associated with Valentine's Day—a time when many people reflect on partnerships, shared goals, and planning for the future togethe...

The Longevity Brief with Siegel and Clark - Episode 1

23 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to the inaugural episode of The Longevity Brief with Siegel and Clark—a new podcast series from the Society of Actuaries Research Institute ...

Research at the SOA - A Gateway to Innovate, Influence, and Inspire

21 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Research Insights, we revisit a conversation originally featured in the Young Professional Advisory Council (YPAC) Podcast Series. ...

January 2026 Classic Edition - Race, Precept 1 & Professional Integrity

19 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, this episode of the Research Insights Podcast invites listeners to reflect on equity, ethics, and professional...

Tips for Success: Preparing for the SOA Student Research Case Study Challenge

16 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this special episode of the Society of Actuaries Research Insights Podcast, Lisa Schilling, Director of Practice Research at the SOA Research Inst...

Availability, Affordability, and Adequacy of Insurance in Areas Impacted by Climate-related Risks

13 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Availability, Affordability, and Adequacy of Insurance in Areas Impacted by Climate-related Risks In this episode of the Society of Actuaries Research...

Special Holiday Edition - In the Mix for 2026

01 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In the Mix for 2026: Research Goals and Personal Milestones from the Research Institute Kick off the new year with Part 2 of the Society of Actuaries ...

Special Holiday Edition - 2025 A Year in Review

25 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this special holiday episode of the Society of Actuaries Research Institute's Research Insights Podcast, host Dale Hall, Managing Director of Resea...

December 2025 Classic Edition: United States Human Mortality Database

22 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this December Classic episode of Research Insights, host Dale Hall revisits a timely and impactful conversation originally released on July 23, 201...

NAIC 2025 Fall Meeting Recap

18 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Society of Actuaries Research Insights Podcast, Dale Hall, Managing Director of Research at the SOA Research Institute, welcome...

November 2025 Classic Edition - Medicaid Managed Care Organizations: Considerations in Calculating Margin in Rate Setting

25 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Classic Replay: Medicaid Managed Care – Considerations in Calculating Margin In recognition of National Family Caregivers Month, we're re-releasing ...

2019 Individual Life Insurance Mortality Experience Report

19 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Society of Actuaries Research Insights Podcast, Dale Hall, Managing Director of Research at the Society of Actuaries, explores ...

Long-Term Drivers of Future Mortality - Chapter 10: Catastrophes

05 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Society of Actuaries Research Insights Podcast, host Kara Clark, Senior Research Actuary at the SOA Research Institute, is join...

October 2025 Classic Edition – Takaful—An Alternative Approach to Insurance

17 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Classic Replay: Takaful—An Alternative Approach to Insurance In recognition of the International Day for the Eradication of Poverty, the Society of ...

Long-Term Drivers of future Mortality – Chapter 9: Environment

24 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Research Insights Podcast, host Kara Clark, Senior Practice Research Actuary, is joined by returning guests Al Klein, Principal...

September 2025 Classic Edition – Actuaries with Unconventional Second Acts

10 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Classic Replay: Actuaries with Unconventional Second Acts In celebration of International Literacy Day, the Society of Actuaries Research Institute is...

NAIC 2025 Summer Meeting Recap

08 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Society of Actuaries Research Insights Podcast, host Dale Hall, Managing Director of Research at the SOA Research Institute, we...

Long-Term Drivers of future Mortality – Episode 8 – Technological Advances

27 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Research Insights Podcast, Kara Clark, Senior Practice Research Actuary at the Society of Actuaries Research Institute, is join...

August 2025 Classic Edition – Actuarial Implications – ISSB & Global Climate-related Financial Disclosure Standards

10 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

🦁 It's World Lion Day—and we're thinking bigger than the savannah. Climate change doesn't just impact ecosystems—it shakes global financial sy...

Long-Term Drivers of future Mortality – Episode 7 – Medical Advances

30 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Long-Term Drivers of Future Mortality – Medical Advances Guests: Al Klein, Principal and Consulting Actuary, Milliman Erik Pickett, Actuary and Chi...

July 2025 Classic Edition - Ethical Use of Artificial Intelligence for Actuaries

17 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This classic edition of the Research Insights Podcast, originally published in July 2020, revisits a timely discussion on the ethical use of artificia...

50th Anniversary of The Universal Life Insurance Policy

26 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this special episode of the Research Insights Podcast, Dale Hall, Managing Director of the Society of Actuaries Research Institute, honors the lega...

Long Term Drivers of Future Mortality – Episode 6 – Health Care

25 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In Episode 6 of the Society of Actuaries Research Institute's podcast series Long-Term Drivers of Future Mortality, Kara Clark is joined by Al Klein, ...

June 2025 Classic Edition - Opioid Overdose Deaths in the United States

19 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In honor of National Safety Month, the Society of Actuaries is re-releasing its very first Research Insights podcast — a foundational conversation t...

2025 - SOA Research Institute - Student Research Case Study Challenge

29 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Society of Actuaries Research Insights Podcast, Dale Hall, Managing Director of Research and Lisa Schilling, Director of Practi...

Long Term Drivers of future Mortality – Episode 5 - Diseases

28 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In the fifth episode of the Society of Actuaries Research Institute's special podcast series on the Long-Term Drivers of Future Mortality, host Kara C...

May 2025 Classic Edition - COVID-19 Mental Health Impact

22 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this special classic episode of Research Insights, we revisit a powerful discussion from May 2020, when the world was grappling with the mental hea...

Long Term Drivers of Future Mortality – Episode 4 - Inequality

30 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

🎙️ New Episode Alert! 🎙️ In this episode, we learn that although inequality, per se, is not a direct driver of future mortality, it is ...

NAIC 2025 Spring Meeting Recap

24 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Hello and welcome!   We have a great episode for you today. Our guest is Geralyn Trujillo, Senior Director of Public Policy at the American Academy ...

April 2025 Classic Edition – Climate, Weather, and Environmental Sources for Actuaries

17 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to the April edition of Research Insights Classic, where we revisit some of our most impactful discussions. In this episode, we delve into the...

Long Term Drivers of Future Mortality - Episode 3 - Lifestyle

26 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

🎙️ Long Term Drivers of Future Mortality – A Podcast Series - Chapter 3 - Lifestyle 🌟 In this exciting episode, we dive deep into the w...

March 2025 Classic Edition - International Women's Day

20 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Good afternoon Listeners!  We have a great Research Insights Podcast Classic to bring to you today. In honor of International Women's Day, which...

Understanding and Enhancing the Workforce Impact of Retirement Plans

12 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Unlock the secrets to optimizing your organization's retirement plans with our latest Research Insights Episode! 🎙️ 📊 Join Haig Nalbantian...

International Women's Day - March 8, 2025

07 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

🎙️ Special Episode Alert! 🎙️ Celebrate International Women's Day with us on the Society of Actuaries Research Insights Podcast! 🌟 Jo...

Long Term Drivers of Future Mortality - Bonus Episode – An interview with Yair Babad

05 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

🎙️ New Episode Alert! 🎙️ Join us on the Society of Actuaries Research Insights Podcast as we interview the esteemed Yair Babad, Profess...

Long Term Drivers of Future Mortality - Episode 2 - Aging

26 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 2 of our podcast series "Long Term Drivers of Future Mortality" is now live! 🎉 Dive into the fascinating topic of Aging, the most signifi...

February 2025 Classic Edition - Modeling and Forecasting Premature Cardiovascular Mortality

20 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Good afternoon Listeners!  We have a great Research Insights Podcast Classic to bring to you today. In observance of American Heart Month, we th...

Long Term Drivers of Future Mortality – Episode 1 - Introduction

29 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Calling all Listeners!  Join us on a thought-provoking journey through Long Term Drivers of Future Mortality – A Podcast Series with Al Klein and ...

2025 Student Research Case Study Challenge Guidance

17 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Society of Actuaries (SOA) Research Institute holds an annual Student Research Case Study Challenge, which provides an opportunity for teams of st...

January 2025 Classic Edition - Actuarial Practice Impact on a New U.S. Administration

16 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Hello Listeners!  In this classic episode, we heard from two esteemed actuaries: John Bertko, FSA, MAAA, an independent actuarial consultant servin...

Special Holiday Edition - What will arrive in 2025

01 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Hey there Listeners--Happy New Year and Welcome to 2025!  We have a special Research Insights Podcast Holiday Edition this morning - What will arrive...

Special Holiday Edition - 2024 A Year in Review

25 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

🎄 Join us this morning for a special holiday podcast! 🎄 Sit back and listen to the Society of Actuaries Research Institute folk take a journe...

NAIC 2024 Fall Meeting Recap

23 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Hello Listeners!  We have a great episode today.  Our guest is Geralyn Trujillo, Senior Director of Public Policy at the American Academy of Actua...

December 2024 Classic Edition - Impact of COVID-19 on Retirement Risks

19 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We present to you a classic podcast titled "Impact of COVID-19 on Retirement Risks," originally published on April 20, 2020. This episode delves int...

Implications for Actuaries - ISSB & Global Climate-related Financial Disclosure Standards

04 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Hey listeners! Welcome back to the Research Insights Podcast! Today, we're thrilled to have Warren Rodericks, FSA, FCIA, and Partner at Deloitte, with...

November 2024 Classic Edition - Impact of Mental Illness on U.S. Mortality & Longevity

21 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Good afternoon Listeners!  It is time for another episode of the Society of Actuaries Research Insights Podcast!  We have a great Research Insight...

Actuarial Rock Stars - Storytelling of Valuable Career & Life Experiences

30 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Hello Listeners! Tune in to our latest Research Insights Podcast Episode "Actuarial Rock Stars"! Hear Greg Jacobs and Shane Chalke share their incredi...

The SOA's 75th Anniversary – Episode 7 – Leading the Legacy – A Conversation with Greg Heidrich

28 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Greetings Listeners!  Join us for the grand finale of our 75th Anniversary podcast series with Episode 7.  Today, we have a special guest, Greg He...

October 2024 Classic Edition - Retirement Disparities: An Essay Anthology

17 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Hello Listeners!  We have a great Research Insights Podcast Classic to bring to you today. October is National Retirement Security Month, and we ...

The SOA's 75th Anniversary - Episode 6 - Shaping the Future - The 2020s and Beyond

15 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Hello Listeners! Welcome to Episode 6 of our 75th Anniversary podcast series, 'Shaping the Future – The 2020s and Beyond.' Join us as we hear from...

United States Earthquake Insurance Overview

30 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Hey there everyone—welcome back! Today, we have an exciting episode lined up for you. We're diving into the recently published report titled "Unit...

The SOA's 75th Anniversary – Episode 5 – The 2010s – Pandemic and Progress

23 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Hello, Listeners! Welcome back to our 75th Anniversary Podcast Series! In Episode 5 – The 2010s: Pandemic and Progress, we are joined by John Robi...

NAIC 2024 Summer Meeting Recap

19 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Hello Listeners!  We have a great episode today.  Our guest is Geralyn Trujillo, Senior Director of Public Policy at the Academy of Actuaries.  T...

September 2024 Classic Edition - Perspectives on the 20th Anniversary of 9-11

11 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today is the 23rd anniversary of September 11, 2001.  And in observance of this day, we decided to republish the podcast we created 3 years ago "Per...

The SOA's 75th Anniversary - Episode 4 - The Turn of the Century

09 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Greetings Listeners!  Welcome to Episode 4 of our 75th Anniversary podcast series - "The Turn of the Century."   Listen to Mike McLaughlin, Secre...

August 2024 Classic Edition - Senior Citizen in 2050

15 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Greetings Listeners! It's time again for another episode of the Society of Actuaries Research Insights Podcast and we have a great Research Insights ...

Takaful: An Alternative Approach to Insurance

14 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Hello Listeners and welcome back!  Listen to  our conversation with Shariq Sikander, FSA, FPSA, CERA, Consulting Actuary and Director at SHMA Cons...

Quarterly Global Warming Report

07 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Greetings, Listeners! Welcome back to the latest installment of the Society of Actuaries Research Insights Podcast! Today, we're excited to share wi...

The SOA's 75th Anniversary - Episode 3 - The First 50

06 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Greetings Listeners!  Welcome to Episode 3 of our 75th Anniversary podcast series  - "The First 50."    Listen to Anna Rappaport, FSA, Presiden...

Reimagining Pharmacy Financing

29 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Greetings Listeners!  It is time for another episode of the Society of Actuaries Research Insights Podcast!  Listen to Joan Barrett, FSA, MAAA an...

July 2024 Classic Edition – Climate Related Health Issues

18 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Good afternoon Listeners!  It is time for another episode of the Society of Actuaries Research Insights Podcast!  We have a great Research Insight...

The Impact of Covid-19 on the Socioeconomic Differential in Mortality in the United States

10 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Hello Listeners!  We have a great Research Insights Podcast Episode to bring to you today.  Listen to the conversation between host Dale Hall, Man...

The SOA's 75th Anniversary - Episode 2 - The Dawn of the SOA

08 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Greetings Listeners!  Buckle up for Episode 2 in our 75th Anniversary podcast series - The Dawn of the SOA.  Listen to Dale Hall, Managing Director ...

A Primer on Generative AI for Actuaries

24 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It's time again for our Research Insights Podcast!  Listen to the conversation between Dale Hall, Stephen Carlin and Stephan Mathys discussing the ...

June 2024 Classic Edition - Auto Loss Cost Trends

20 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We have a great Research Insights Podcast Classic to bring to you today.  Six years ago this month, in June of 2018, we published the Research In...

The SOA's 75th Anniversary - Episode 1 - The History of Actuarial Science

03 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Happy Birthday Society of Actuaries! We have a great Research Insights Podcast to bring to you today.  In observance of The SOA's 75th Anniversary,...

Statistical Methods for Imputing Race and Ethnicity

30 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Hello and Greetings Listeners!  We have another great Research Insights Podcast to bring to you today.  Listen to the conversation between Host Dale...

Retirement Wealth by Race and Ethnicity

23 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Hello Listeners!  We have another great episode of the Research Insights Podcast for you this morning.  This talk is focused on the Society of Act...

2024 SOA Research Institute - Student Research Case Study Challenge

21 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Society of Actuaries Research Institute holds an annual Student Research Case Study Challenge, which provides an opportunity for teams of students...

May 2024 Classic Edition - World Mental Health Day

16 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Hello Listeners! It's time again for another episode of the Society of Actuaries Research Insights Podcast!  We have a great Research Insights Podca...

April 2024 Focus Edition - Wildfire Season

26 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Hey there Listeners!  This is the Society of Actuaries Research Insights Podcast - Focus Edition.   The month of May is designated as National W...

Modeling and Forecasting Premature Cardiovascular Mortality

19 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Hello Listeners!  We have a great episode today with two guests  - Han Li, PhD, AIAA, and Associate Professor at The University of Melbourne, and...

April 2024 Classic Edition - Climate Change and Other Impacts on Retirement

18 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It's that time again! Time for another episode of the Society of Actuaries Research Insights Podcast!  We have a great Research Insights Podcast C...

Federated Learning for Insurance Companies

09 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Hello Listeners!  We have a great episode today.  Our guest is Tian Wang, Professor at Colorado State University and we are talking about the recen...

NAIC 2024 Spring Meeting Recap

05 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Hello Listeners!  We have a great episode today.  Our guest is Geralyn Trujillo, Senior Director of Public Policy at the Academy of Actuaries.  T...

March 2024 Focus Edition - Solar Eclipse - April 8, 2024

29 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Hello Listeners!  It is time for our Society of Actuaries Research Insights Podcast Focus Edition.  On Monday, April 8, 2024, North America will e...

March 2024 Classic Edition - U.S. Life Insurance COVID-19 Impact - A Mortality Claim Forecast

21 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Hey there Listeners!  We have a great Research Insights Podcast Classic to bring to you today.  Four years ago today at 5:00 p.m., the state of Il...

Demographics & Productivity: Drivers of Economic Growth

19 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Greetings Listeners!  Don't miss our latest episode!  Hear Guest Max Rudolph of Rudolph Financial Consulting, LLC discuss the report "Demographic...

LTC Caregiving & Related Housing Issues.

18 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Good morning, Listeners!  We have a terrific episode to share with you today.  The focus of this episode is the report "Long-Term Care, Caregiving...

International Women's Day - March 8, 2024

08 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Happy International Women's Day Listeners!  We have a very special international, all-female episode today.  Hear Host Ronora Stryker, SOA Senior ...

17th Annual Survey of Emerging Risks - Key Findings

29 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Hello Listeners!  We have another great Research Insights Podcast Episode to bring to you today.  Hear Dale Hall, Managing Director of Research at...

Driving Decisions Using the 5-50 Research

28 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Hello Listeners!  It is time for another episode of our Society of Actuaries Research Institute Research Insights Podcast.  Hear the conversation ...

February 2024 Focus Edition - 23rd Global Conference of Actuaries - Mumbai

26 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Greetings Listeners!  It is time for our monthly Research Insights Podcast Focus Edition.  Hear Dale Hall, Managing Director of Research, discuss ...

February 2024 Classic Edition - AIT Program Interviews

15 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Here we are again!  It's time for our Society of Actuaries, Research Institute, Research Insights Podcast Classic edition.  Tomorrow, February 16, ...

Expert Panel on the Impact of Wildfires on U.S. Health and Life Insurers

12 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Greetings Listeners!  We have a great podcast episode today.  We are talking about the report "Expert Panel on the Impact of Wildfires on U.S. Healt...

January 2024 Focus Edition - New Trends in Cancer Demographics

29 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It's that time again!  It's time for the Society of Actuaries, Research Institute, Research Insights Podcast Focus Edition.  Listen to Dale Hall...

Challenges and Opportunities with Rethinking Fairness Metrics for Life Insurance Processes: An Actuarial Perspective

22 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome back Listeners!  We have another great episode of the Society of Actuaries Research Institute Research Insights Podcast!  Hear discussion of...

Market Readiness of Long-Term Care Products in Asia-Pacific Markets

22 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Greetings Listeners!  It's that time again--time for another episode of the Society of Actuaries Research Institute Research Insights Podcast!  Hear...

2024 Student Research Case Study Challenge Guidance

19 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Society of Actuaries Research Institute holds an annual Student Research Case Study Challenge, which provides an opportunity for teams of students...

January 2024 Classic Edition - 11th Survey of Emerging Risks

18 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It's that time again!  It's time for our Society of Actuaries, Research Institute, Research Insights Podcast Classic edition.  The Federal Trade...

Andrew Ngai - Actuary and Microsoft Excel World Champion in 2023

11 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It's that time again Listeners!  Time for another episode of the Society of Actuaries Research Institute Research Insights Podcast!  We have a fanta...

Special Holiday Edition - What's in Store for 2024

01 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Hey there Listeners--Happy New Year and Welcome to 2024!  We have a special Research Insights Podcast Holiday Edition this morning - What's in Store ...

Special Holiday Edition - 2023 A Year in Review

25 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Happy Holidays from the Research Institute!  Hey there Listeners, we have a special Research Insights Podcast Holiday Edition this morning - 2023 - A...