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Actuary Voices

American Academy of Actuaries

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Frequency: 1 episode/35d. Total Eps: 74

Actuary Voices is the official podcast of the American Academy of Actuaries. This podcast brings you thoughtful conversations on the role of professionalism in both actuaries' day jobs and the Academy's public policy work.

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Policy Update: Inside the 2026 NAIC Summer Meeting

Tuesday, September 1, 2026 • Duration 29:02

In this episode of Actuary Voices: Policy Update, host Ted Gotsch speaks with Katie Dzurec, the Academy's director of public policy outreach, about key developments from the NAIC's 2026 Summer National Meeting in Columbus, Ohio. The conversation explores how affordability, accessibility and trust shaped discussions across insurance practice areas, from rising health care costs and homeowners insurance challenges to artificial intelligence, climate risk and financial regulation.

Katie also highlights the Academy's engagement with regulators throughout the meeting, work underway across health, life, property and casualty, and risk management and financial reporting, and what the Academy will be watching as the NAIC prepares for its Fall National Meeting in Dallas.

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Everyone "Maths" Differently: Tiffany Eaton on Building Confidence

Thursday, August 27, 2026 • Duration 24:16

In this episode of Actuary Voices, Tiffany Eaton, actuary, educator, and board member of the Actuarial Foundation, shares her journey from aspiring math professor to actuary and how those experiences shaped her passion for helping students build confidence in math.

Tiffany explores why a growth mindset can make a difference in how students approach math, the importance of normalizing mistakes as part of learning, and how parents and educators can help students overcome the idea that they simply aren't "math people." She also discusses the Actuarial Foundation's work to expand opportunities for students through tutoring, competitions, scholarships, and mentorship. Additional Resources Explore the Academy's Student Resources https://actuarialfoundation.org/volunteer/ About Volunteer Opportunities with The Actuarial Foundation Donate to the Actuarial Foundation

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Managing Risk in a World of Polycrisis with Rade Musulin

Thursday, August 6, 2026 • Duration 30:47

In this episode of Actuary Voices, Preeti Vasishtha sits down with Rade Musulin, longtime Academy volunteer, recipient of the 2025 Jarvis Farley Service Award, and author of Managing Risk in a World of Polycrisis, the cover story of the July/August 2026 issue of Contingencies. The conversation explores systems thinking, scenario analysis, climate and geopolitical risk, and the limitations of relying solely on historical data and sophisticated models. Rade also discusses how actuaries can help policymakers navigate uncertainty, why judgment remains essential alongside analytics, and what every actuary can do to better prepare for an increasingly complex and interconnected world. Additional Resources: Read Rade's Full Article: Managing Risk in a World of Polycrisis Read Academy President Tricia Matson's latest President's Message: Custodians of Financial Security Read the Policy Paper: Climate Scenario Considerations for U.S. Own Risk Solvency Assessment (ORSA)

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Policy Update: Representing the U.S. Actuarial Perspective Globally

Friday, July 31, 2026 • Duration 15:01

In this episode of Actuary Voices: Policy Update, host Ted Gotsch speaks with Will Behnke, public policy manager for the Academy's Risk Management and Financial Reporting Council, and Lisa Slotznick, chairperson of the Academy's International Committee, about why international engagement matters for the U.S. actuarial profession. The conversation explores how the Academy represents U.S. actuarial perspectives on global issues such as solvency regulation, financial reporting, artificial intelligence, and emerging risks. Will and Lisa also discuss the Academy's growing international role, the importance of participating in the 2026 International Congress of Actuaries in Tokyo, and how international collaboration helps inform public policy and strengthen the profession at home and abroad.

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The Hidden Cost of Complexity: Pietro Parodi on Smarter Actuarial Models

Thursday, July 16, 2026 • Duration 23:28

In this episode of Actuary Voices, Pietro Parodi, pricing actuary, author, and thought leader, shares his unconventional path into the actuarial profession, from studying physics and AI to becoming one of the industry's leading voices on pricing and actuarial modeling.

Pietro discusses why more data doesn't always lead to better decisions, the importance of building models that are both accurate and understandable, and how actuaries can avoid the trap of unnecessary complexity. He also shares his perspective on artificial intelligence, the value of critical thinking, and his widely used textbook, Pricing in General Insurance.

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Read the Professionalism Discussion Paper: Roles of the Actuary Actuarial Models.
Read the Resource & Discussion Guide: Actuarial Review of Investments in Actuarial Modeling
Learn More About the Actuarial Stnadards Board's Modeling Actuarial Standard of Practice.

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GLP-1s Explained: Beyond the Weightloss with Dr. Kimberly Ferrero

Thursday, June 25, 2026 • Duration 22:42

GLP-1 medications like Ozempic and Wegovy are making headlines for weight loss, but their potential impact goes far beyond the numbers on a scale. Could these drugs reshape health care spending, insurance coverage, longevity, and even the assumptions actuaries use to model risk?

In this episode of Actuary Voices, Contingencies Editor-in-Chief Preeti Vasishtha speaks with Dr. Kimberly Ferrero, the American Academy of Actuaries' Assistant Director of Research. Drawing on her background in cardiovascular and metabolic disease research, Dr. Ferrero explores the science behind GLP-1 therapies, the promises and uncertainties surrounding their long-term effects, and why actuaries are watching their rapid adoption so closely. The conversation examines affordability, insurer costs, mortality assumptions, patient behavior, health equity, and the question at the center of today's debate: Will the impressive results seen in clinical trials translate into lasting improvements at the population level?

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Read Dr. Ferrero's article: How GLP-1 Drugs Are Shaping Care, Cost, and Coverage.
Learn More About How Weightloss Drugs Effect Health care Costs in the Drivers of 2026 Premium Changes issue brief.
Read Sam Gutterman's Last Word article on Weightloss Drugs, Weight and See?

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Hidden to Heard: Transgender Visibility and the Power of Data with Cynthia Edwalds

Thursday, June 4, 2026 • Duration 17:58

In this episode of Actuary Voices, Cynthia Edwalds, treasurer of the Sexuality and Gender Alliance of Actuaries (SAGAA), talks about her path to becoming an actuary, the importance of visibility and community within the profession, and the challenges of understanding risks when data doesn't tell the full story. She explores how actuaries account for missing data, barriers to insurance access, the evolution of underwriting practices, and how actuarial expertise can help create more informed and inclusive systems. Cynthia also shares how SAGAA supports both actuaries and aspiring actuaries through networking, mentorship, advocacy, and scholarships.

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Read the Academy's Issue Brief on Valuing Gender Expansive Data
Read the Academy's Policy Paper on Social Security and Financially Disadvantaged Groups
Learn more about the Sexuality and Gender Alliance of Actuaries (SAGAA)

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Policy Update: Tariffs, Inflation, and Rising Auto Insurance Costs

Monday, June 1, 2026 • Duration 23:07

In this episode of Actuary Voices: Policy Update, host Ted Gotsch sits down with Rob Fischer, Margo MacKenzie, and Jeff Clinch to explore one of the most pressing issues facing consumers and insurers today: the rising cost of auto insurance.

The conversation examines the factors driving affordability challenges across the auto insurance market, including inflation, vehicle repair costs, changing driving patterns, advanced vehicle technology, and the growing uncertainty surrounding tariffs and global supply chains. Margo and Jeff also discuss the Academy's recent issue brief on tariffs and auto insurance, explaining how actuaries evaluate emerging risks when historical data may no longer tell the full story.

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Read the Academy's Issue Brief, Tariffs and Personal Auto Insurance: An Actuarial Perspective

Learn More About the Casualty Practice Council and Its Public Policy Work

Explore Additional Academy Resources on Insurance Affordability and Risk Management

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Leading the Actuarial Profession Forward: Insights from Tricia Matson

Thursday, May 21, 2026 • Duration 38:48

In this episode of Actuary Voices, Academy President Tricia Matson and Academy Executive Director Bill Michalisin reflect on the challenges and opportunities shaping the actuarial profession today. From AI and climate risk to affordability and demographic changes, they discuss what feels most consequential right now and why actuaries are uniquely equipped to help organizations and society make sense of uncertainty.

They explore the importance of professionalism, stakeholder engagement, governance, and the Academy's mission to serve both the profession and the public. Tricia also shares what has surprised her most about serving as president, where she believes the Academy has shown up strongest this year, and what she hopes to accomplish during the remainder of her term.

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Read President, Trica Matson's Latest President's Message- https://actuary.org/article/how-academy-membership-helped-me-grow-in-my-career/
Read Executive Director, William Michalisin Latest CEO Insights- https://actuary.org/article/bringing-member-value-to-life/Learn More About Academy Governance- https://actuary.org/about/governance/

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AI Won't Replace Actuaries: Melissa McDermott on How AI Will Change (Nearly) Everything

Thursday, April 23, 2026 • Duration 19:52

Artificial intelligence is moving quickly, but the real question for actuaries is how to use it well and what it means for the profession.

In this episode of Actuary Voices, Everest's Chief Actuary Melissa McDermott shares what she thinks about her role. We go beyond technical expertise and look into what it means to be a leader and how to navigate the changing AI landscape. Drawing on nearly three decades in the profession, she discusses where AI is already making a real difference in actuarial workflows, what is still overhyped, how leaders can guide teams through transformation, and what early-career actuaries should focus on now to stay valuable in the years ahead.

Additional Resources:
Read the Academy's paper on generative AI: https://www.actuary.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/professionalism-paper-generative-ai.pdf
Read President, Trica Matson's Message on Actuarial & Algorithmic Accountability: https://actuary.org/article/actuarial-algorithmic-accountability-setting-ethical-standards-for-ai/

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