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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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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 Committ... more

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 ... more

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... more

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... more

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Recent Guests

Pietro Parodi
Head of Quantitative Methods at SCORE
SCORE, global reinsurance group
Episode: The Hidden Cost of Complexity: Pietro Parodi on Smarter Actuarial Models
Kimberly Ferrero
Assistant Director of Research, author of article on GLP-1 Drugs
American Academy of Actuaries
Episode: GLP-1s Explained: Beyond the Weightloss with Dr. Kimberly Ferrero
Cynthia Edwalds
Treasurer of Sagaa (Sexuality and Gender Alliance of Actuaries)
Sagaa, American Academy of Actuaries
Episode: Hidden to Heard: Transgender Visibility and the Power of Data with Cynthia Edwalds
Rob Fischer
Casualty Policy Project Manager, American Academy of Actuaries
American Academy of Actuaries
Episode: Policy Update: Tariffs, Inflation, and Rising Auto Insurance Costs
Margo MacKenzie
Member of the Casualty Practice Council's Auto Insurance Committee
American Academy of Actuaries
Episode: Policy Update: Tariffs, Inflation, and Rising Auto Insurance Costs
Jeff Clinch
Member of the Casualty Practice Council's Auto Insurance Committee
American Academy of Actuaries
Episode: Policy Update: Tariffs, Inflation, and Rising Auto Insurance Costs
Tricia Matson
Academy President
American Academy of Actuaries
Episode: Leading the Actuarial Profession Forward: Insights from Tricia Matson
Melissa McDermott
Chief Actuary at Everest Insurance
Everest Insurance
Episode: AI Won't Replace Actuaries: Melissa McDermott on How AI Will Change (Nearly) Everything
Katie Dzur­ec
Director of State Public Policy Outreach at the American Academy of Actuaries
American Academy of Actuaries
Episode: Inside the NAIC Spring Meeting with Katie Dzurec: AI, Risk, and What's Next

Hosts

David Nolan
Host of Actuary Voices; multiple entries across episodes
Ted Gotsch
Host of Actuary Voices; multiple spellings across episodes

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 19 ratings
  • Great.

    This is a great resource for undergrads like myself thinking about getting into the progression.

    Two suggestions:

    1) Any insight on what the job actually looks like day to day would be awesome for us on the outside.

    2) Podcasts are long format friendly. Consider going for an hour to get a bit more in depth.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AlexW1992
    Canada7 years ago

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The show's long-format format is a plus for deep dives; listeners want episodes to reach around an hour for more depth.
Listeners appreciate it as a solid resource for aspiring actuaries and mid-career pros seeking clarity on day-to-day expectations and long-form discussions.
Guests from policy, diversity, and education circles help make complex actuarial topics accessible and actionable.

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The Hidden Cost of Complexity: Pietro Parodi on Smarter Actuarial Models
Q: What is the bigger risk to insurers, overestimating the long-term impact of GLP-1s or underestimating it?
Parodi would be cautious, waiting for population-level data before revising risk estimates and premiums, to avoid overreacting based on controlled data environments.
The Hidden Cost of Complexity: Pietro Parodi on Smarter Actuarial Models
Q: I don't know if you coined the phrase, but could you tell us about spurious accuracy and why actuaries should care?
Spurious accuracy refers to having too many significant figures or overly complex models that don't actually improve predictive power; true usefulness lies in a model's balanced complexity that preserves interpretability and robust decision-making.
The Hidden Cost of Complexity: Pietro Parodi on Smarter Actuarial Models
Q: How did you come to be an actuary?
He describes an unconventional path—from studying electronics and physics, exploring AI, and working in IT and insurance brokerage—before being drawn to actuarial work through practical data work and opportunities in pricing.
GLP-1s Explained: Beyond the Weightloss with Dr. Kimberly Ferrero
Q: What long-term questions should actuaries be watching as these drugs evolve in the market?
Actuaries should focus on whether sustained metabolic improvements persist at the population level, how persistence/discontinuation affects long-term outcomes, and how coverage, pricing, and new formulations influence mortality and disability assumptions over time.
GLP-1s Explained: Beyond the Weightloss with Dr. Kimberly Ferrero
Q: What is the biggest misconception the public has about GLP-1 medications?
The public often sees GLP-1s as either a miracle cure or a fad; in reality, the drugs are genuinely effective but should be viewed within the context of comprehensive long-term metabolic and behavioral management, with consideration of cost and real-world persistence.

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What is Actuary Voices about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A thoughtful, policy-forward program centered on actuarial professionalism, public policy, and the broader role of actuaries in society. Episodes frequently feature senior leaders from the American Academy of Actuaries and allied organizations, discussing topics such as insurance affordability, retirement security, public policy communication, diversity and inclusion, and the impact of AI and big data on risk and pricing. Notable strengths include high-level policy insight from trusted actuarial organizations, practical takes on policy engagement, and guest voices that span advocacy, education, and industry leadership. Listeners are likely actuaries and professionals in risk, finance, and public policy seeking career development, industry c... more

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Recent guests on Actuary Voices include:

1. Pietro Parodi
2. Kimberly Ferrero
3. Cynthia Edwalds
4. Rob Fischer
5. Margo MacKenzie
6. Jeff Clinch
7. Tricia Matson
8. Melissa McDermott

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