Podcast Center
Podcast Center
Tune in to the InsuranceAUM.com Podcast, hosted by our Managing Partner, Stewart Foley, CFA. Our podcast features insightful conversations with CIOs, asset managers, and other distinguished professionals in the insurance asset management industry. Each episode delves into the latest trends, challenges, and opportunities, providing listeners with valuable perspectives and practical advice. Our podcasts are available in the Podcast Center and through popular distribution channels like Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube. Don’t miss out on these engaging discussions that are essential for insurance investors and asset managers.
Private Infrastructure Debt – Confidence with Discipline
Patrick Manseau, CFA, of MetLife Investment Management joins the InsuranceAUM.com Podcast to discuss infrastructure debt, digital infrastructure, and underwriting discipline in today’s market.
High Yield Real Estate Lending: 2026 Outlook
Bill Maclay, Portfolio Manager at Fidelity, joins the podcast to explore how insurers are navigating high yield real estate debt, construction lending, and credit risk in 2026.
Incorporating Tactical Asset Allocation into your Strategic Asset Allocation
Kerry O’Brien and Harold Myers of MetLife Investment Management discuss how insurers integrate tactical asset allocation within long-term strategic frameworks while maintaining discipline, governance, and capital efficiency.
Gold's Enduring Tailwinds with Aakash Doshi
Aakash Doshi, Global Head of Gold for the SPDR ETF business at State Street Global Advisors, joins the InsuranceAUM.com Podcast to discuss what has driven gold’s recent performance and how institutional investors are thinking about its role in portfolio construction.
Beyond the Bank: The Insurance Approach to CRE Loans
David Politano, Head of Debt Strategies at MetLife Investment Management, shares how insurers approach CRE lending differently from banks and CMBS, offering insights into market trends, risk, and long-term value.
Exploring IG Private Asset-Based Finance and Strategic Allocation in Health Insurance
Frank Melaccio of Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey and Jason Young of MetLife Investment Management discuss investment-grade private credit and asset-based finance in health insurance portfolios.
The Changing Landscape in Emerging Markets Investing
Jennifer Taylor of State Street Investment Management joins the podcast to discuss emerging market debt, sovereign vs. corporate risk, and why a beta-first strategy may offer advantages in today’s policy-driven environment.
Innovation in Asset Management
Anna Paglia of State Street Investment Management shares insights on innovation in asset management, insurer-specific solutions, and the evolving public–private market landscape.
Opportunities in Emerging Market Corporates with Fidelity's EM Debt Team
Tim Gill and Juan Tavarez of Fidelity Investments join the podcast to discuss opportunities in emerging market corporates and how insurance investors can navigate risk and find value.
Growth Has Consequences: Direct Lending at Scale
Audie Apple, Head of Equity Capital Formation at Fidelity Direct Lending, joins the podcast to discuss the rapid growth of direct lending, structural market shifts, and what investors need to watch as the asset class scales.
Bonds, Benchmarks, and Beyond: An Insider's Perspective on Fixed Income Investing
Christine Thorpe of Fidelity Investments explores core fixed income, market trends, and sector positioning with Fidelity Investments.
Asset-Based Finance (ABF): Building Resilient Portfolios for Insurers
Join host Stewart Foley on the InsuranceAUM.com Podcast for a deep dive into private structured credit (private ABF) and its role in insurance portfolios.