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SlatorPod

Slator
Machine Translation
Localization
Artificial Intelligence
Video Highlight
Google Translate
Slatorcon
RWS
Language Service Providers
Linguistics
Low-Resource Languages
Talent Management
Argentina
Translation Services
Gaming Industry
Video Game Localization
Translation
Interpreting
UK Public Sector
Large Language Models
Translation Theory

SlatorPod is the weekly language industry podcast where we discuss the most important news and trends in translation, localization, interpreting, and language AI. Brought to you by Slator.com.

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Florian and Esther discuss the language industry news of the past few weeks, starting with senior hires in revenue and operations at DeepL and what this signals about the LTP’s next phase.

The duo then turns to new data from AI labs and hyperscalers... more

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JC Penet, Reader in Translation Industry Studies at Newcastle University, and Joss Moorkens, Associate Professor at DCU, join SlatorPod to talk about the new open-access book Teaching translation in the age of generative AI: New paradigm, new learnin... more

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In the 2025 year-end episode of SlatorPod, hosts Florian Faes and Esther Bond reflect on a year defined by rapid AI investment, shifting policy, and structural change across the language industry.

Esther opens the year-in-review by highlighting Janu... more

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Josh Miller and Christopher Antunes, Co-Founders and co-CEOs of 3Play Media, join SlatorPod to talk about the company’s trajectory as a leading language solutions integrator (LSI) in multilingual video accessibility.

The duo explains how the two met... more

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Recent Guests

JC Penet
Reader in Translation Industry Studies at Newcastle University
Newcastle University
Episode: #275 The Future of Language and Translation Education with JC Penet and Joss Moorkens
Joss Moorkens
Associate Professor at Dublin City University and co-editor of the book on teaching translation
Dublin City University
Episode: #275 The Future of Language and Translation Education with JC Penet and Joss Moorkens
Nikita Agarwal
Founder of Milestone Localization
Milestone Localization
Episode: #269 Milestone Localization Founder on Automated Glossaries, LSI Leadership, AI Fatigue
Brian Murphy
CEO of Smartling
Smartling
Episode: #263 SlatorCon Recap, Cohere’s Big AI Translation Launch, TransPerfect Buys Unbabel
Kelly Marchisio
Multilingual lead at Cohere
Cohere
Episode: #263 SlatorCon Recap, Cohere’s Big AI Translation Launch, TransPerfect Buys Unbabel
Dipak Patel
CEO of GLOBO, a language solutions company focused on healthcare.
GLOBO
Episode: #262 The Hard Facts About AI in Healthcare Interpreting with GLOBO CEO Dipak Patel
Gayatri Shahane
Founder of Naitiv, an AI agent aimed at global business expansion
Naitiv
Episode: #261 Finding Product-Market Fit in Language AI with Naitiv Founder Gayatri Shahane
Martina Russo
CEO of The Action Sports Translator, specializing in localization for outdoor sports.
The Action Sports Translator
Episode: #258 Outdoor and Action Sports as a Growth Market for Localization with Martina Russo
Davit Baghdasaryan
Co-founder and CEO of Krisp, a leader in voice productivity apps
Krisp
Episode: #255 The Rise of Voice Productivity with Krisp CEO Davit Baghdasaryan

Hosts

Florian Faes
Co-host and commentator on language technology news, providing insights into the evolution of the translation and localization fields and analyzing industry trends.
Esther Hargreaves
Co-host and analyst discussing trends in the language industry, with a focus on delivering valuable insights and fostering engaging conversations with guests.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 34 ratings
  • SlatorPod

    Great podcast on all things translation and localization!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mili.eth
    Switzerland5 years ago
  • Great coverage about language industry innovation

    Florian and Esther are excellent conversation partners and truly know their field. They are curious and engage their guests in a natural, fun and fact finding way.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Weirdo blub
    United States5 years ago
  • Informational and Fun!

    Florian and Esther do a great job of sharing and analyzing the latest localization industry news and interviewing a variety of loc industry leaders. Well done!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Born to Sell
    United States5 years ago

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Feedback highlights the hosts' ability to foster natural conversations that bring out valuable insights from their guests.
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The discussions are praised for being both informative and engaging, often blending technical insights with practical implications.

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#269 Milestone Localization Founder on Automated Glossaries, LSI Leadership, AI Fatigue
Q: How has the localization industry changed since you started?
Nikita highlighted the overwhelming changes in technology, client expectations, and pricing pressures, especially in translation services, emphasizing the integration of AI in processes.
#269 Milestone Localization Founder on Automated Glossaries, LSI Leadership, AI Fatigue
Q: Can you tell us a little about your professional background and what inspired you to start Milestone Localization?
Nikita discussed her previous experience in global sales, her exploration of the localization space during her travels, and how the pandemic prompted her to start Milestone Localization in 2020.
#266 CaptionHub CEO Tom Bridges on AI-Powered Real-Time Media Accessibility
Q: How do you differentiate currently, like having something that's super, super deep against much shallower kind of potential rivals?
Bridges emphasizes that they offer a full spectrum of tools across multimedia localization and are AI agnostic, allowing integration with various technologies.
#266 CaptionHub CEO Tom Bridges on AI-Powered Real-Time Media Accessibility
Q: What part of the world, what city, what country are you recording this from today?
Tom is recording from Bath, in the southwest of the UK.
#261 Finding Product-Market Fit in Language AI with Naitiv Founder Gayatri Shahane
Q: What are your thoughts on the competition and the space?
Gayatri differentiates between how big tech handles translation at a mass level versus the nuanced demands of business communication.

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Frequently Asked Questions About SlatorPod

What is SlatorPod about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Focusing on the latest developments in translation, localization, and language AI, this podcast covers a range of topics trending within the language industry. Episodes often feature in-depth discussions with industry leaders, exploring innovations, challenges, and the evolution of technology in language services. Notably, the insightful commentary provided by the hosts enhances the narrative around technological advancements and their implications for various sectors, including healthcare, education, and corporate environments. The discussions not only highlight recent news but also address deeper issues such as the human element in technology adoption and the future landscape of language services.

It is characterized by its emphasis on p... more

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2. Joss Moorkens
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5. Kelly Marchisio
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7. Gayatri Shahane
8. Martina Russo

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