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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.
2025 Mid-Year: Checking In, Looking Ahead
In a year already marked by tariff uncertainty, market volatility and macro-level changes, what’s next for the rest of 2025? In our newest podcast series, Checking In, Looking Ahead, our investment team provides insights and outlook on what’s to come.
The Death of Public Credit Has Been Highly Exaggerated
In this episode, John Sherman of Polen Capital explains why public credit still deserves a place in institutional portfolios—and how it compares to the booming private credit market.
Pathways Podcast: Investing Across Asset Classes in a Shifting World
This episode of the Pathways Podcast delves into the complexities of the current macroeconomic environment and its profound impact on asset classes. Daniel McCormack, Head of Research, hosts a discussion with Jüergen Wurzer, Deputy Head of the Global Multi-Asset Team, on navigating today’s volatile investment landscape. They discuss persistent geopolitical tensions, rising protectionism, and lingering inflation concerns that are shaping market dynamics.
Executive Spotlight: Siddharth Chakravarty – Director of Investments at Coaction Specialty
Siddharth Chakravarty of Coaction Specialty joins the podcast to share his insights on alternatives, infrastructure investing, regulatory shifts, and how insurers are navigating today’s complex market environment.
RPM Ep. 51 | Now is the Time for Infrastructure Secondaries With Tim Rees
In this episode of RPM, Tim Rees, a London-based Partner on StepStone’s Infrastructure and Real Assets team, joins co-host Michael Venne to discuss the rapid growth of infrastructure secondaries and why the market is gaining momentum.
Current Asset-Based Private Credit Insights
Isaiah Toback of Castlelake joins the podcast to discuss asset-based private credit, how it's evolving in today’s market, and why insurers are increasingly turning to this strategy for customized, risk-adjusted yield solutions.
The State of GP-Led Secondaries with Matt Jones, Co-Managing Partner of TPG GP Solutions
Matt Jones of TPG joins the podcast to discuss the evolution, structure, and risk-return dynamics of GP-led secondaries in today’s private markets.
After the volatility, where is the stock market headed?
With peak tariff uncertainty behind us, we think stocks should grind higher.
Executive Spotlight: Seth D. Rosenthal, CFA - Chief Investment Officer at Academy Asset Management
Seth Rosenthal, CFA, of Academy Asset Management joins the podcast to share his views on fixed income, mortgage-backed securities, veteran hiring, and Academy’s mission-driven approach.
Derivatives Applications in Investment Management
Kamesh Chilukuri of Symetra Investment Management explores the role of derivatives in insurance portfolios, from hedging to risk-adjusted alpha generation.
Trump tariffs will materially impact credit: Jon Dorfman featured on the Credit Exchange podcast
Jonathan Dorfman was featured on the podcast "Credit Exchange with Lisa Lee," where he discussed the Trump administration’s shock-and-awe approach to tariff negotiations and why stepping back from its more extreme positions was a prudent move.
Overlooked Opportunities: IG Emerging Markets Debt
Mark Hughes and Kevin Ritter, CFA charterholders and Co-Heads of Emerging Market Debt at PPM America, unpack overlooked opportunities in investment-grade emerging market debt.