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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.
Deal Debrief: Fosber
On this episode of Deal Debrief, we unpack Brookfield’s acquisition of Fosber, a global leader in machinery used to produce corrugated packaging—an essential part of modern logistics.
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.
Beyond Direct Lending: A New Era for Asset-Based Finance
Brookfield’s John Roglieri and Remo Plunkett join the InsuranceAUM.com podcast to discuss how private asset-based finance is creating new opportunities for insurers seeking to diversify beyond direct lending.
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.
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.
Demystifying Real Estate Credit
Host Stewart Foley explores the dynamic world of real estate debt with the head of Brookfield’s Real Estate Credit Group, covering market trends, key opportunities, and valuable career advice.
High Yield Real Estate Lending: Navigating the Shifting Landscape
Explore the state of high-yield real estate lending with insights into private capital, middle-market opportunities, and Fidelity’s real estate debt strategies.
Capturing the benefits of Infrastructure Debt
Hadley Peer Marshall is the Managing Director, Co-Head of Infrastructure Debt and Structured Solutions Strategies, and CFO at Brookfield Asset Management, and Eric Wittleder is the Managing Director of Infrastructure at Brookfield Asset Management.