Research Insights, a Society of Actuaries Podcast
Research Insights
Show overview
Research Insights, a Society of Actuaries Podcast has been publishing since 2017, and across the 9 years since has built a catalogue of 393 episodes. That works out to roughly 130 hours of audio in total. Releases follow a weekly cadence.
Episodes typically run ten to twenty minutes — most land between 16 min and 24 min — though episode length varies meaningfully from one episode to the next. None of the episodes are flagged explicit by the publisher. It is catalogued as a EN-language Science show.
The show is actively publishing — the most recent episode landed 5 days ago, with 30 episodes already out so far this year. The busiest year was 2020, with 60 episodes published. Published by Research Insights.
From the publisher
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.
Latest Episodes
View all 393 episodesSeptember 2026 Classic Edition-Impact of Climate Change
Developing and Evaluating Behavioral Health Solutions
Quantifying Mortality and Morbidity Impacts from Climate Risks: A Practical Framework for Decision-Making
NAIC 2026 Summer Meeting Recap
Evaluating Representativeness in Healthcare Claims Data: A Framework for AI Fairness in Actuarial Applications
August 2026 Classic Edition-2025 - SOA Research Institute - Student Research Case Study Challenge
July 2026 Classic Edition-A Primer on Generative AI
2024 Retirement Risk Survey Series
The Longevity Brief with Siegel and Clark – Episode 5
Beyond the Headlines: The 2025 Disaster Reshaping Risk
June 2026 Classic Edition -Dementia Neurology Deserts and Long-Term Care Insurance Claims Experience in the United States
The Longevity Brief with Siegel and Clark – Episode 4
Longevity Perceptions and Drivers: How Americans View Life Expectancy
2026 - SOA Research Institute - Student Research Case Study Challenge
From Actuary to Jeopardy! - No. 2
April 2026 Classic Edition - Environmental Risk Series
From Actuary to Jeopardy!
NAIC 2026 Spring Meeting Recap
S1 Ep 3The Longevity Brief with Siegel and Clark – Episode 3
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 Research Institute for a fast-paced update on the latest developments across the Aging & Retirement and Mortality & Longevity Strategic Research Programs. The conversation highlights recent research generating strong interest, including Impact of Climate Change Risk on Retirement: A Collection of Essays and International Reinsurance Landscape Overview for U.S. Life & Annuities. Steve and Kara also preview upcoming work on obesity's potential effect on future mortality trends, while sharing research opportunities, open calls, and ways for listeners to get involved. For actuaries, researchers, and industry professionals looking to stay current on emerging longevity, retirement, and mortality issues, this episode offers practical insights and a look at what is coming next from the SOA Research Institute.
March 2026 Classic Edition-Predictive Analytics and Machine Learning
In this classic episode of Research Insights, the discussion centers around the growing impact of predictive analytics and machine learning in actuarial science. The episode explores how actuaries are applying these tools in real-world modeling scenarios to uncover insights, improve decision-making, and navigate complex data environments. Listeners will gain a deeper understanding of what's possible with these technologies, as well as important considerations and potential pitfalls. Perfect for Pi Day—or any day you want to celebrate the power of numbers—this episode offers valuable takeaways whether you're a seasoned modeler or simply curious about how machine learning is shaping the business landscape. Tune in to revisit this insightful conversation and discover how data-driven innovation is transforming actuarial work.