The Localization Podcast

The Localization Podcast

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The Localization Podcast episodes

  • How I Started Transcend Translation w/ Cyle Adair #3

    Business is important, but remember that it is not the only thing in life! With this mindset, Cyle found the balance he wanted between work, family, and friendship. Learn about the journey and life experiences of Cyle Adair, founder of Transcend Translation.

    Welcome to a new episode of our series "How I Started", where we will focus on founders of different localization businesses.
    In this episode, join us as Cyle shares:

    • His experiences growing up in multiple cultures and the understanding he gained
    • The approach to building deep, lasting connections with others
    • Lessons from his time in Argentina and serving in the army
    • His transition from banking to the translation business
    • The key trait he values in new employees at Transcend Translation
    • Tips for helping people feel comfortable around you
    • How to handle and learn from mistakes

      • If you want to see our beautiful talking heads, head to Youtube: https://youtu.be/zV8m3_wOrf8


      Thanks for listening!

      2 hr 5 min
    • How I Started Kobalt w/ Ricard Sierra #2

      How far do you want to take your business? Kobalt has already achieved success, and now they seek to be among the top five companies in their market. Learn the story behind this Spain-based LSP in this interview with its founder — Ricard Sierra.

      Welcome to a new episode of our series "How I Started", where we will focus on founders of different localization businesses.

      In this episode, Ricard tells us his story:

      • Experiences growing up
      • How Kobalt was started
      • Why is it better to stay freelance as a translator
      • The importance of owning technology as an LSP
      • The power of LinkedIn
      • Advice for new localization entrepreneurs
      • Why localization is important

        • 🔴 If you want to see how we look like, watch this episode on our YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/OVGw6qntpDM

        👨‍🎓👩‍🎓 Learn localization with our online courses ➡️ https://LocalizationAcademy.com

        1 hr 59 min
      • A Look Into Localization Testing - Nicolas Gerard From Symbio #52

        Localization testing gives companies the ability to correctly adjust their products to the regions they are aimed at, but not enough businesses give it the value that it deserves. Let's take a look into localization testing with Nicolas Gerard from Symbio.

        Welcome to this episode of The Localization Podcast where you’ll learn about the following:

        • What is localization testing
        • How to become a tester
        • The purpose of manual testing
        • Tools used by testers
        • The process of testing vs customers' expectations
        • The value of localization testing for businesses
        • Financially irresponsible because of… toys?

          • This is episode 52 of my social practice, also known as The Localization Podcast :) #localization and #translation insight delivered to you by the power of voice, this time with Nicolas Gerard from Symbio. 

          If you want to see our beautiful talking heads, head to Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lbvk-mCAGr4

          1 hr 23 min
        • How I Started Creative Words w/ Diego Cresceri #1

          Does “Fake it till you make it” work? It certainly did for Creative Words. Learn the story behind the successful Italian LSP in this interview with its founder — Diego Cresceri.

          Welcome to our new series called "How I Started", where we will focus on founders of different localization businesses.

          In this episode, Diego tells us his story:

          • How Diego grew up, his experiences and the first localization job he had
          • Transition from translator to entrepreneur
          • How Creative Words was started
          • Why he focuses on Italian localization
          • Creative Words ethics and culture
          • Views on social media as a key to success

            • 🔴 If you want to see how we look like, watch this episode on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FZhlQ4PVesU

            👨‍🎓👩‍🎓 Learn localization with our online courses ➡️ https://LocalizationAcademy.com

            Thank you for listening and enjoy! :)

            50 min
          • Localization News: Multilingual Emails, Translation Keys, Infographics #13

            Hi, frens! Here's another solo episode of Localization News where I practice my reading skills.

            The articles covered in this one:

            • How to Localize Emails: Run Multilingual Email Campaigns
            • Everything You Need to Know About Translation Keys
            • How to Translate Infographics and Why is it Important?

              • Sources:

              • Crowdin blog - https://blog.crowdin.com/2022/08/18/how-to-localize-emails/
              • OneSky blog - https://www.oneskyapp.com/blog/translation-keys/
              • Mars Translation blog - https://www.marstranslation.com/blog/how-to-translate-infographics

                • Thank you for listening and enjoy :)

                37 min
              • Localization News: E-Commerce Guide, Taglines & Slogans, Cost Of Localization #12

                Hi, frens! Here's another solo episode of Localization News where I practice my reading skills.

                The articles covered in this one:

                • The Complete Guide To E-commerce Localization (2022)
                • The Grind of Localizing Taglines & Slogans 
                • Localization: What’s included in the cost?

                  • Sources:

                  • Ampere Translations blog - https://www.amperetranslations.com/blog/ecommerce-localization-guide-2022/
                  • Pangea Global blog - https://www.pangea.global/blog/2022/08/02/the-grind-of-localizing-taglines-slogans/
                  • Inlingo blog - https://blog.inlingogames.com/2022/07/14/localization-whats-included-in-the-cost/

                    • Thank you for listening and enjoy :)

                    48 min
                  • Localization News: Transliteration, Cloud-Based TMS, How To Be Inclusive #11

                    Hi, frens! Here's another solo episode of Localization News where I practice my reading skills.

                    The articles covered in this one:

                    • The Difference Between Translation Vs Transliteration
                    • Why a Cloud-Based Translation Management System is Better
                    • 5 Ways to Use Inclusive Language in IT and Software Localization

                      • Sources:

                      • Tomedes blog - https://www.tomedes.com/translator-hub/translation-vs-transliteration
                      • Transifex blog - https://www.transifex.com/blog/2022/cloud-based-translation-management-system/
                      • Localazy blog - https://localazy.com/blog/5-ways-to-use-inclusive-language-in-it-and-software-localization

                        • Thank you for listening and enjoy :)

                        34 min
                      • Localization News: Translation APIs, Text Expansion and Contraction #10

                        Hello, frens! Here's another solo episode of Localization News where I practice my reading skills.

                        The articles covered in this one:

                        • Are Translation APIs & Connectors Right Choice For Your Business?
                        • How to Manage Text Expansion and Contraction in Translation

                          • Sources:

                          • Milestone Localization - https://www.milestoneloc.com/are-translation-apis-connectors/
                          • Toppan Digital Language blog - https://toppandigital.com/translation-blog/how-to-manage-text-expansion-and-contraction-in-translation/

                            • Thank you for listening and enjoy :)

                            54 min
                          • Localization News: Blockchain In L10N, Translation Methods, WordPress Tips #9

                            Hello, frens! I'm back with another solo episode of Localization News where I practice my reading skills.

                            The articles covered in this one:

                            • The Future of Blockchain in the Localization Industry
                            • Types of Translation Strategies, Methods and Techniques
                            • 5 tips to help you localize your WordPress website quickly and easily

                              • Sources:

                              • Globalization Partners International - https://www.globalizationpartners.com/2022/05/12/the-future-of-blockchain-in-the-localization-industry/
                              • Bureau Works blog - https://www.bureauworks.com/blog/types-of-translation-strategies-methods-and-techniques/
                              • Smartcat blog - https://www.smartcat.com/blog/wp-website-localization-tips/

                                • Thank you for listening and enjoy :)

                                40 min
                              • Localization News: Machine Translation Risks, Canadian French vs French #8

                                Hi all! This is a low-key solo episode of Localization News because I just felt like recording something. 

                                The articles covered in this one:

                                • Machine vs. Human translation: when to use which for legal translation
                                • Is 'free' machine translation worth the risk?
                                • Canadian french vs. French: 7 important differences you need to know

                                  • Sources:

                                  • Welocalize blog - https://www.welocalize.com/machine-vs-human-translation-when-to-use-which-for-legal-translation/
                                  • Cyracom blog - https://blog.cyracom.com/ciiblog/challenges-with-machine-translation
                                  • United Language Group - https://www.unitedlanguagegroup.com/blog/canadian-french-vs-french

                                    • Thank you for listening and enjoy :)

                                    30 min

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