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Research Insights, a Society of Actuaries Podcast

Research Insights
Society Of Actuaries
Covid-19
Climate Change
Actuarial Science
Artificial Intelligence
Actuarial Profession
Mortality Rates
Cardiovascular Disease
Mortality Trends
Insurance Industry
International Women's Day
Diseases
Mortality
Medical Advances
Generative AI
Obesity
Climate-Related Health Issues
Education
Regulatory Challenges
Life Expectancy

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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In this episode of the Research Insights Podcast, Lisa Schilling, Director of Practice Research at the Society of Actuaries Research Institute, speaks with Dr. Rob Lieberthal, lead author of Evaluating Representativeness in Healthcare Claims Data: A ... more

In recognition of International Youth Day, this episode of the Research Insights Podcast revisits the 2025 Case Study Challenge Winners.

The discussion highlights the winning team's approach to the challenge, including how they analyzed the case, d... more

In recognition of Artificial Intelligence Appreciation Day, this episode of the Research Insights Podcast revisits "A Primer on Generative AI."

The discussion explores generative AI through an actuarial lens, examining what these tools are, what th... more

In this episode of the Research Insights Podcast, Dale Hall, Managing Director of Research at the Society of Actuaries Research Institute, discusses the 2024 Retirement Risk Survey Report of Findings with Griffin Lothrop and May Ling Hu of Deloitte. ... more

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Recent Guests

William Zhang
Winning team member, University of Waterloo
Team Factuarial (University of Waterloo)
Episode: August 2026 Classic Edition-2025 - SOA Research Institute - Student Research Case Study Challenge
Kian Chan
Winning team member, University of Waterloo
Team Factuarial (University of Waterloo)
Episode: August 2026 Classic Edition-2025 - SOA Research Institute - Student Research Case Study Challenge
Kevin Zhang
Winning team member, University of Waterloo
Team Factuarial (University of Waterloo)
Episode: August 2026 Classic Edition-2025 - SOA Research Institute - Student Research Case Study Challenge
Lisa Schilling
Director of Practice Research, SOA Research Institute
SOA Research Institute
Episode: August 2026 Classic Edition-2025 - SOA Research Institute - Student Research Case Study Challenge
Stefan Mathis
Fellow of the Society of Actuaries and Director of Actuarial Customer Success for North America at Montu
Montu
Episode: July 2026 Classic Edition-A Primer on Generative AI
Griff Lothrop
Author (Deloitte) of the Retirement Risk Survey findings
Deloitte
Episode: 2024 Retirement Risk Survey Series
May Hu
Author (Deloitte) of the Retirement Risk Survey findings
Deloitte
Episode: 2024 Retirement Risk Survey Series
Rebecca Owen
FSA, member of the Academy, co-author of Beyond the Headlines, 2025 Disaster Reshaping Risk
SOA Research Institute / Academy
Episode: Beyond the Headlines: The 2025 Disaster Reshaping Risk
Dr. Anitha Rao
CEO and Founder of NeuroCern
NeuroCern
Episode: June 2026 Classic Edition -Dementia Neurology Deserts and Long-Term Care Insurance Claims Experience in the United States

Hosts

Dale Hall
Host of Research Insights; Managing Director of Research at the SOA Research Institute
Rose Northon
Host of The Longevity Brief

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 25 ratings
  • This makes me look forward to Monday mornings.

    If you are interested issues related to driver-less cars, risk management for federal governments, or protecting retirement income, then this is the podcast for you. The SOA research insights podcast provides useful information regarding research in both my field and related fields, as well as other interesting topics. It is a great way to start my work week.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mcklssr
    United States8 years ago
  • Neat way to keep up with SOA research

    It is a very efficient and interesting way to keep up with the research projects sponsored by the SOA as well as the many conferences the SOA organizes. Audio quality, unfortunately, is not always top.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    cb_sourire
    Canada8 years ago
  • Good for students

    I’m a student and while I don’t understand all the technical details, I particularly enjoy when they discuss the potential futures for actuarial science. Also, I’ll be attending the 2018 SOA Annual Meeting so I might get a chance to meet some of these people.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Spencer Key 1990
    United States8 years ago

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Valuable for students and pros seeking to understand actuarial research trends.
Well-researched, research-first content with practical takeaways for practitioners.
High-quality research discussions; audio quality can vary by episode.

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2024 Retirement Risk Survey Series
Q: Can you explain the finding around early retirement and what drove it?
About 59% of retirees reported retiring earlier than planned, with health issues and job loss being major drivers for lower-income groups, while higher-income respondents cited achieving savings goals and changing family circumstances as reasons to retire early.
2024 Retirement Risk Survey Series
Q: What stood out about the impact of inflation on both pre-retirees and retirees?
Inflation affects retirees and pre-retirees differently: retirees face today's higher price levels and costs like food and utilities, while pre-retirees worry about future cost increases and whether their savings will keep up by the time they retire.
2024 Retirement Risk Survey Series
Q: May, maybe I'll just start straight with you. Can you provide a little bit of a background, I guess, on the risk survey?
The survey is the 13th in the series dating back to 2001, with a longitudinal track that lets researchers observe how retirement risk perceptions shift over time and across economic events, including the pandemic. It also explains how the 2024 cycle adds new focus areas like family support, technology, and innovation while continuing core themes.
June 2026 Classic Edition -Dementia Neurology Deserts and Long-Term Care Insurance Claims Experience in the United States
Q: So in terms of this report, what we ended up using, and what data sources were included to connect neurology supply with long-term care claims?
The study used population health data from the Alzheimer's Association combined with long-term care claims data and predictive analytics, creating a unique approach that ties neurologist supply to cognitive-based long-term care incidences while leveraging actuarial databases.
Longevity Perceptions and Drivers: How Americans View Life Expectancy
Q: How did Longevity Illustrator factor into the research?
The Longevity Illustrator tool is used to model life expectancy from inputs like age, gender, smoking status, and health, and it's increasingly cited by financial planners and actuaries as a practical reference, helping translate research into actionable planning.

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A data-driven, research-focused show that invites senior actuaries, academics, and industry consultants to unpack current research, industry trends, and practical implications for risk, retirement, longevity, and climate-related topics. Episodes frequently feature collaboration with major actuarial research bodies and leading firms, offering deep dives into AI applications, mortality and longevity trends, environmental risk, and policy context. A notable strength is blending rigorous technical discussion with actionable insights for practitioners, regulators, and students; guests are often practitioners with substantial real-world experience or academics shaping the field. This mix makes it valuable for listeners who want to understand how ... more

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