So what's it actuary about?

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So what’s it actuary about? is a podcast designed to inform and inspire those interested in the field of actuarial science, those who have taken the leap and are studying actuarial science or those who have fought and won their qualified designation. Actuaries are often seen as backroom number crunchers who love their spreadsheets more than human interaction. As much as all actuaries are uncommonly numerate, the world of actuarial science is far more colourful and dynamic than stereotypes would imply. This podcast hopes to reveal some of this nuance in conversation with those studying, teachin...

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So what's it actuary about?

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S1E10: Becoming - Fin Maths, Conties and Fin Ecos 07.08.2023 37:48

Associate Professor Sure Mataramvura, an esteemed academic at UCT, helps listeners understand why actuaries need to master the subjects of Financial Maths, Life Contingencies and Financial Economics. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/so-what-s-it-actuary-about--5899199/support .

S1E9: Being - Pensions 04.08.2023 30:41

Megan Carswell, an academic actuary at Wits, succinctly describes her discipline of pensions and the role of the actuary in the retirement space. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/so-what-s-it-actuary-about--5899199/support .

S1E8: Becoming - Mentorship and Pricing 31.07.2023 29:26

Pateka Bunyonyo tells her actuarial story and highlights the role of mentorship in this process. Jointly, she touches on the core actuarial function of pricing. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/so-what-s-it-actuary-about--5899199/support .

S1E7: Being - CRO, GI and Microinsurance 28.07.2023 46:01

The inspirational Amogelang Kgaladi gives a detailed interview about his actuarial journey which includes what it means to be a Chief Risk Officer, holding a practicing certificate in microinsurance, completing his MBA and working in the general insurance space (amongst other things). This is a must listen! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/so-what-s-it-actuary-a...

S1E6: Becoming - Actuaries, Economics and Accounting 24.07.2023 21:51

Rivaj Maharaj, an actuarial science lecturer at Wits, masterfully summarizes why economics and accounting form part of the actuarial subject chassis. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/so-what-s-it-actuary-about--5899199/support .

S1E5: Being - Life and Resilience 21.07.2023 20:40

Yuvanya Naidoo, a qualified actuary and consultant, speaks to her actuarial journey and discusses her area of specialization: life insurance. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/so-what-s-it-actuary-about--5899199/support .

S1E4: Becoming - Lies and Statistics 17.07.2023 42:24

Mark Dowdeswell, a senior statistics lecturer at Wits, skillfully details the use case of statistics both within and outside of actuarial science. You'll have to listen to the episode to see where the "lies" come into it. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/so-what-s-it-actuary-about--5899199/support .

S1E3: Being - Health and Technical Marketing 13.07.2023 39:29

Lené Viljoen, Head of Discovery Health and Vitality Technical Marketing, unpacks the actuarial discipline of health and care insurance as well as highlighting the role of actuaries in the marketing space. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/so-what-s-it-actuary-about--5899199/support .

S1E2: Becoming - Road to Actuary 09.07.2023 43:20

Adam Balusik, an actuarial science lecturer with a background in consultancy, artfully outlines the pathway to qualifying as an actuary. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/so-what-s-it-actuary-about--5899199/support .

S1E1: Time Zero 02.07.2023 19:27

This is a particularly special episode as it introduces the heart behind this project as well as what to expect from the upcoming season. This episode is titled “Time Zero” which basically is an actuarial way of saying “let’s start at the beginning”. Your host, Margie Mackechnie, who is a qualified actuary, has a conversation with her brother, Andrew Mackechnie, who is an actuarial science student...