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MASSA Podcast
by MASSA Concordia
The MASSA Podcast shares educational, inspiring and useful content made for Concordia students in the Math and Stats department. Featuring a wide variety of knowledgeable guest speakers such as alumni, teachers and professionals from different industries, the MASSA Podcast will cover subjects from interview skills to career paths to managing stress. You will definitely learn from our guest speakers' advice for success.
Episodes
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Interviewing Alumni: Amine Ben Arous
Mastering the recruiting process is no piece of cake! In this episode our guest Amine Ben Arous, former MASSA president and now Senior Actuarial Associate at Sunlife, dives into the various ways to leave an impression on recruiters and how to make opportunities count. From networking events all…
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AI in the Actuarial Field: Innovation Meets Risk, featuring Jason Machtinger
In this episode of our podcast, we cover the variousimplementations and risks associated to the adoption of AI in the Actuarial field. With over 30 years experience as an Actuary, our guest Jason Machtinger, current Senior VP at AON Reinsurance Solutions and Board Member of the CAS, shares with…
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Mastering the art of learning by Joana Amorim
Learning deeply is not piece of cake. Our special guest in this episode Joana Amorim, Mathematics PHD and current COO of Actex, brings us all the essential tips and tricks to master the art of learning. Taking a philosophical route all the while being humorous and unique, Joana dives into the…
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Actuaries in the legal system with Philippe Ranellucci
Welcome to another episode of the MASSA podcast. In this episode we got the honour of interviewing Philippe Ranellucci, FICA, FSA. Our guest allows us to get insight through his actuarial path and breaks down the responsibilities actuaries may have in the legal system. Stick around and you can…
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Episode 34 : Meet the 25-26 Team
Programs within the math department are no joke! In this episode you'll get the chance to hear from MASSA's 25-26 team as we share insights, some tips, and tricks that have helped us along our academic journeys. Sit back, relax, and take in the advice that you can help you achieve your...
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Interviewing Alumni: Mentors, Mentees, and Mengding Tian
Looking for someone to lead the way? On our first podcast back, get ready to carefully reconsider some of your most important relationships, because a proper mentor is closer than you think. Coaches, teachers, managers, and even possibly the local gas station clerk… finding the right mentor could...
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Behind the Scenes of Health and Life Insurance
Welcome to another exciting episode of the MASSA Podcast, where we delve into the fascinating journeys of remarkable people. In this episode, join us on a journey with Matthew Di Nicolantonio, FSA, FCIA, CERA, an accomplished actuary working in the dynamic world of life insurance. Matthew shares...
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Numbers, Notes and Sports
Numbers, Notes and Sports. We're back with another interesting episode . Today we delve into the fascinating journey of Florence Houde-Gelinas, a remarkable student at Concordia University with a passion for numbers and music! Discover how she strikes the perfect chord between her studies in...
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The Big Picture of AI and Insurance
Ever wondered how artificial intelligence and insurance coincide? Today’s guest is Tony Yuan, a talented actuary who is currently pursuing a master’s degree in computer science. Tony is not only an accomplished actuary but also a visionary technologist with a passion for exploring the limitless...
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Interviewing a Seasoned Actuary : Jill Harper from Moody’s Analytics
Curious about what led Jill Harper to a career in the Actuarial Software field ? Join us in this episode as she shares her experience studying Mathematics & Biology and her journey towards becoming a programmer for actuarial software and an actuary. As she elaborates on her current role as a...
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Writing a PhD in Actuarial Mathematics
Want to know more about higher education in Actuarial Mathematics? In this episode, we invite Sebastien Jessup to walk us through his journey from the moment he learned about the actuarial profession and decided to study actuarial mathematics as an undergraduate student, to now being a PhD...
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Analysis and Engineering of Big Data
Ever wondered the difference between Pure Mathematics and Pure & Applied Mathematics? In this episode, our guest speaker Sara Silva walks us through her career path studying mathematics during her undergraduate degree and Big Data analytics during her masters. Currently working at an insurance…
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Double Majoring in Psychology and Pure & Applied Mathematics
Welcome listeners to our first episode of the 2022 fall semester! We are happy to welcome Myriam Boucher-Pinard onto the show to talk about her academic background at Concordia University. Students might know Myriam from her time at the Student Success Center as a tutor. Others might recognize…
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Statistical Research in Insurance
Debating whether to pursue a career in academia or in the industry? In this episode, Dr. Yang Lu covers some core topics of his research in insurance and finance such as the broken-heart syndrome, goes over how a researcher gathers ideas and funding to write papers, and discusses the freedom...
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Interviewing Alumni : Starting a Firm with Carmen Racy '92
Ever dreamed of starting your own firm? After occupying many roles over the years in the investment and actuarial industry, Carmen Racy launched her own currency risk advisory firm. In this episode, she explains what her day-to-day consists of, how her actuarial experience assisted her in…
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Interviewing Alumni : Climate Change, Sustainability, and What We Can Do About It with André Choquet '89
“Are we moving fast enough for that? No.” (24:26) In this episode, our guest speaker André Choquet, current Chair of the Climate Change and Sustainability committee of the Canadian Institute of Actuaries (CIA), details his journey in the actuarial and investment industries and explains how it led...
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Career Paths : Teaching Mathematics
Considering teaching mathematics in high school or in CEGEP? In this episode, listen to Mr. Steve Jackson, who has been teaching mathematics in high schools for more than 30 years. Learn about the ups and downs of a career in teaching, the interaction of teachers with the school environment, and...
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We're Back! Last Year's Recap
Missed anything of last season? Don’t worry, we got you covered. Welcome back fellow listeners to this second season of the MASSA Podcast! To kick it off, we have prepared a special recap episode, highlighting some of the most interesting points made by our guest speakers in the past season....
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Risk Measures and Dependence Models
Want to learn more about risk measures and dependence models? In this episode, our guest speaker Dr. Melina Mailhot, associate professor at Concordia University, explains why risk measures are useful and how they are used in actuarial modeling. She then elaborates on dependence models and how…
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Interviewing Alumni : Being an Intrapreneur with Joe Kordovi '92
Curious about what it means to be an intrapreneur? In this episode, our guest speaker Joe Kordovi, Assistant Vice-President of Innovations at Pacific Life, walks us through his time at Concordia and shares interesting anecdotes about how the student life in Actuarial Mathematics used to be. He...
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Complexity Theory and the Millennium Problem P vs NP
Ever wondered what is the best way a mathematician can make a million dollars? In this episode, we invite Denis Pankratov to the show to talk about his research interests. He is an assistant professor from the Department of Computer Science and Software Engineering of Concordia University.…
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Interviewing Alumni : Reinsurance with Lisa Hebert-Losier '05
Interested in reinsurance or the U.S. insurance industry? In this episode, listen to Lisa Hebert-Losier as she walks us through her time at Concordia as an actuarial mathematics student, her experience as a health pricing actuary in the U.S. and introduces us to the reinsurance side of the...
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Statistical Methods and Biostatistics
Curious about what research in Statistics and Biostatistics entails? In this episode, our guest speaker is Professor Michal Abrahamowicz, from the Department of Epidemiology, Biostatistics and Occupational Health of McGill University. To this day, he has published more than 300 papers which makes...
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Mathematics of Data Science and Deep Learning
Want to know what linear algebra, signal compression, machine learning and MRI have in common? In this episode, our guest speaker Professor Simone Brugiapaglia introduces the mathematics of data science. In particular, he discusses two major branches of the field, namely sparse recovery and...
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Becoming an Actuary: Exams and Setting Yourself Apart
Wondering how you can finish your actuarial exams while still balancing extracurriculars, social life and studying? In this episode, our guest speaker Riley Dirks goes in-depth on how he successfully completed all his actuarial exams before graduating from the University of Manitoba. Now that he…
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Interviewing Alumni : Consulting - Health and Benefits with Julie Duchesne '96
Want to know more about Consulting and Julie Duchesne? Welcome to another episode in our Interviewing Alumni Series where we interview former students, ask them about their respective fields and learn from their experiences throughout their career paths. In this episode, indulge yourself with the...
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Interviewing Alumni : Investment Field with François Bourdon '94
Curious about what led actuarial alumnus François Bourdon to a career in the investment field? Welcome to another episode in our Interviewing Alumni Series where we interview former students, ask them about their respective fields and learn from their experiences throughout their career paths. In...
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How to Prepare for Interviews
Want to learn how you can ace your interviews? In this episode, our guest speaker Maryam Goharinejad shares with us her tips on how to prepare for interviews. As Senior Talent Acquisition Consultant at Sun Life, Maryam walks us through the steps of an interview and gives meaningful advice on…
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Interviewing Alumni : Financial Engineering with Sabrina Fernandes '19
Curious about what financial engineering/modeling is? Listen to our Interviewing Alumni Series where we interview former students, ask them about their respective fields and learn from their experiences throughout their career paths. In this episode, learn about Sabrina Fernandes’ path as she…
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Interviewing Alumni : Computer Science with Jesse Racicot '18, Pure and Applied Mathematics
Welcome fellow listeners to our very first thought-provoking episode of the Interviewing Alumni Series! In this series, we interview former students, ask them about their respective fields and learn from their experiences throughout their career paths. In this episode, we welcome Jesse Racicot to...
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How to Manage Your Stress and Stay Organized during Finals
Wondering how you can reduce your stress and be more organized for your upcoming final exams? In this episode, listen to Amine Ben Arous (MASSA President) and Mengding Tian (MASSA VP External) discuss how students can minimize their stress level in the weeks leading up to their final exams as…
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Career Paths : Mathematics and Statistics
Wondering what you can do with a major in Math and Stat? Discover our Career Paths Series tailored to each Math and Stat program. In this episode, listen to Professor Debaraj Sen talk about the Math and Stat program at Concordia University. Find out more about career opportunities for Math and…
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Career Paths : Graduate Studies
Wondering what Graduate Studies in the Math and Stat department looks like at Concordia? In this episode, listen to Professor Galia Dafni talk about Graduate Studies in the Math and Stat department at Concordia and the various options available to students who wish to pursue higher education.…
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Career Paths : Actuarial Q&A
Want answers to your questions related to Actuarial Mathematics? In this episode, listen to guest speaker Professor Jose Garrido's answers to frequently asked questions from actuarial students. Find more answers about how many actuarial exams to take during university, the importance of finishing...
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Career Paths : Statistics
Wondering what you can do with a degree in Statistics? Discover our Career Paths Series tailored to each Math and Stat program. In this episode, listen to Professor Lea Popovic talk about the Statistics program at Concordia University. Learn about many career opportunities in different fields…
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Career Paths : Mathematical and Computational Finance
Wondering what you can do with a degree in Mathematical and Computational Finance? Discover our Career Paths Series tailored to each Math and Stat program. In this episode, listen to Professor Frédéric Godin talk about the Mathematical and Computational Finance program at Concordia University....
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Career Paths : Pure and Applied Mathematics
Wondering what you can do with a degree in Pure and Applied Mathematics? Discover our Career Paths Series tailored to each Math and Stat program. In this episode, listen to Professor Giovanni Rosso talk about the Pure and Applied Mathematics program at Concordia University and the diverse range…
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Career Paths : Actuarial Mathematics
Wondering what you can do with a degree in Actuarial Mathematics? Discover our Career Paths Series tailored to each Math and Stat program. In this episode, listen to guest speaker Professor Jose Garrido talk about the Actuarial Mathematics program at Concordia University and the many career paths...
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The MASSA Podcast shares educational, inspiring and useful content made for Concordia students in the Math and Stats department. Featuring a wide variety of knowledgeable guest speakers such as alumni, teachers and professionals from different industries, the MASSA Podcast will cover subjects from interview skills to career paths to managing stress. You will definitely learn from our guest speakers' advice for success.
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