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Research Insights, a Society of Actuaries Podcast
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Research Insights, hosted by R. Dale Hall, FSA, MAAA, CERA, Managing Director of the SOA Research Institute and occasional guest hosts, highlights Society of Actuaries (SOA) Research Institute research. The podcasts include recently released research reports, research featured at SOA meetings, and other related items produced by SOA research.
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2025 - SOA Research Institute - Student Research Case Study Challenge
May 29, 202500:21:29Tap to summarizeIn this episode of the Society of Actuaries Research Insights Podcast, Dale Hall, Managing Director of Research and Lisa Schilling, Director of Practice Research, at the SOA Research Institute, are joined by the 2025 Student Research Case Study Challenge champions from the University of Waterloo—William Zhang, Ki Yan Chan, and Kevin Jiang. These future actuaries—competing as Team Factuarial—share their winning experience, from initial exploration of complex flood insurance datasets to delivering clear, policy-relevant recommendations. They reflect on their challenges, the insights gained through expert mentorship, and how the competition has shaped their perspective on actuarial work beyond numbers and into public policy. Learn more about the competition, review finalist papers, and discover how to get involved in next year’s challenge by visiting the landing page: https://www.soa.org/research/opportunities/2025-student-research-case-study-challenge/ Send us your feedback at ResearchInsights@soa.org
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Long Term Drivers of future Mortality – Episode 5 - Diseases
May 28, 202500:16:57Tap to summarizeIn the fifth episode of the Society of Actuaries Research Institute's special podcast series on the Long-Term Drivers of Future Mortality, host Kara Clark, Senior Practice Research Actuary, is joined by Al Klein, Principal and Consulting Actuary at Milliman and co-author of the featured report, and Erik Pickett, Actuary and Chief Content Officer at Club Vita. This episode explores diseases as critical drivers of future mortality. Topics include chronic conditions like cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and cancer; mental health and neurodegenerative diseases; and the ongoing threats of infectious diseases and pandemics. The speakers highlight how evolving medical treatments, shifting demographics, and public health infrastructure influence mortality projections—and the implications these have for actuaries. This conversation is grounded in Chapter Five: Diseases from the report, Long-Term Drivers of Future Mortality, originally presented at the 2023 Living to 100 Symposium. 📘 Explore the full report and access the entire podcast series here: https://www.soa.org/resources/research-reports/2025/longterm-drivers-futuremort-podseries/ Send us your feedback at ResearchInsights@soa.org
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May 2025 Classic Edition - COVID-19 Mental Health Impact
May 22, 202500:23:11Tap to summarizeIn this special classic episode of Research Insights, we revisit a powerful discussion from May 2020, when the world was grappling with the mental health effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. Five years later, this conversation is still as relevant as ever. As we observe Mental Health Awareness Month, we're spotlighting how actuarial research intersects with mental health trends—and why those insights still matter today. Whether you're in the actuarial field or simply someone who values mental well-being, this episode offers a thoughtful, data-informed perspective on the challenges we continue to face. For mental health support, visit MentalHealth.gov or call or text 988. Visit the Landing Page: Mental Health Trends and COVID-19
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Long Term Drivers of Future Mortality – Episode 4 - Inequality
Apr 30, 202500:14:04Tap to summarize🎙️ New Episode Alert! 🎙️ In this episode, we learn that although inequality, per se, is not a direct driver of future mortality, it is an underlying cause of many other important drivers. Don't miss out on this insightful and thought-provoking discussion! 🎧✨ Discover fascinating insights from the report and learn about the broader spectrum of drivers and environments that impact long-term projections. 🔍 Landing Page: https://www.soa.org/resources/research-reports/2025/longterm-drivers-futuremort-podseries/ Tune in and share your thoughts: ResearchInsights@soa.org ✨
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Zero-Knowledge Proofs
Dec 1, 2023Tap to summarizeHello Listeners and welcome to the Society of Actuaries Research Institute Research Insights Podcast! Today’s episode is focused on the report “Zero-Knowledge Proofs: Emerging Opportunities for the Insurance Industry.” Listen to Petar Jevtic, Associate Professor at Arizona State University, talk about the diverse applications and emerging opportunities that ZKPs offer to the insurance community, especially in the health insurance space. Report Landing Page: https://www.soa.org/resources/research-reports/2023/zero-knowledge-proof/ We welcome feedback! researchinsights@soa.org
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