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.
Fund Finance: Evolution, Opportunity, and Portfolio Construction for Insurers
Michael Timms, Co-Head of Fund Finance at Bayview Asset Management, discusses the evolution of fund finance into a broader ecosystem of investment solutions. He explores how insurers can allocate across different segments of the fund finance market and why it represents a structural opportunity for insurance portfolios.
Repricing and Resurgence: The Evolution of Real Estate
Peter Braffman of GCM Grosvenor joins host Stewart Foley to discuss how repricing, capital flows, and operational performance are reshaping real estate investing for institutional and insurance investors.
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.
Real Assets, Real Impact: Infrastructure in Modern Insurance Investing
Scott Littman of GCM Grosvenor joins Stewart Foley to discuss infrastructure investing and its role in modern insurance portfolios.
How Insurers Can Unlock Alpha Through Residential Whole Loans
Nancy Mueller Handal, CIO at Bayview Asset Management, joins the InsuranceAUM.com podcast to share her perspective on how insurers can access alpha through residential loans and asset-based finance, drawing on decades of structured credit experience.
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.
Private Credit Secondaries: Unlocking Opportunities for Insurers
Fred Pollock, CIO, and Steve McMillan, Head of Credit Research at GCM Grosvenor, explore the rise of private credit secondaries, discussing liquidity, pricing dynamics, and how insurers can access high-quality performing assets at a discount.
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.
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.
Direct Lending with Fidelity's David Gaito
David Gaito is the Head of Direct Lending at Fidelity Investments.