STRS Ohio Podcast

Episode 6: Interim Executive Director Aaron Hood

Hosts Dan and Erin sit down with Aaron Hood to talk about his first six months with STRS Ohio.

Episode 5: Why the Fund Cannot Afford an Ongoing and Repeating COLA

Host Erin is joined by Acting Executive Director Lynn Hoover to discuss why STRS Ohio cannot afford an ongoing and repeating COLA at this time.

Episode 4: Social Security and Your Pension

On Jan. 5, 2025, President Biden signed the Social Security Fairness Act into law [https://www.strsoh.org/newsroom/2025/the-president-signed-the-social-security-fairness-act-into-law.html]. This action repeals the WEP and the GPO.

Episode 3: Member Benefits Overview

Bill Neville sits down with Christina Elliott, deputy executive director — member benefits and chief benefits officer, to discuss how STRS Ohio Member Benefits’ team serves members throughout their career.

Episode 2: Health Care Program Update for 2024

Bill Neville sits down with hosts Dan and Erin to share an overview of the changes for the STRS Ohio Health Care Program in 2024.