The Localization Podcast

The Localization Podcast

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The Localization Podcast episodes

  • Data Collection for AI - Raffaele Pascale From Venga Global #43 pt. 1

    What is data collection? And how is it used in localization? Find out in this interview with Raffaele Pascale - the NLP Localization Program Manager at Venga Global.

    Welcome to part 1 of our interview where you’ll learn about:

    • General process for data collection projects
    • Why companies need data collection
    • How to transition from localization to data collection
    • Who are computational linguists
    • How to find the right people for data collection projects
    • Data collection tools
    • How to be inclusive with AI
    • Translating without context... on purpose?!

      • This is episode 43 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 Raffaele Pascale.

      If you want to see our beautiful talking heads, head to Youtube: https://youtu.be/HofNVyzw0xU

      Thank you for listening and enjoy :)

      1 hr 12 min
    • On Finding Your Ikigai & Being A Project Manager - Zachary Haitkin From Netflix #42 pt.2

      In part 2 of our interview with Zachary Haitkin, we talked about finding your Ikigai and transforming that passion to purpose. 

      We also got a bit more personal and talked about a day in the life of a Netflix Localization Project Manager, the importance of relationships, using machine translation in creative content, and how NOT to sell on LinkedIn.

      If you want to see our beautiful talking heads, head to Youtube: https://youtu.be/tlmXZEow8ss

      Thank you for listening and enjoy :)


      1 hr 10 min
    • Data Driven Decision Making - Zachary Haitkin From Netflix #42 pt. 1

      How do you incorporate data-driven decision making in localization? Find out in this interview with Zachary Haitkin - the Localization Project Manager at Netflix.

      I got to talk with Zachary about his journey from being a bartender and driver to localization manager! Welcome to part 1 of our interview where you’ll learn:

      • How to convince your managers to localize
      • Understanding the user you're localizing for
      • How to find out user's language preference
      • Why is localization key to growth
      • How to test the impact of a new language
      • What localization data to gather
      • How to integrate your vendors

        • This is episode 42 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 Zachary Haitkin.

        If you want to see our beautiful talking heads, head to Youtube: https://youtu.be/X-FjcmhKbI8

        Thank you for listening and enjoy :)

        1 hr 8 min
      • On Ethical Buying, Storytelling, and Comfort Zones - Senem Konuklu From Sony #41 pt. 2

        In part 2 of our interview with Senem Konuklu, we discussed how we have the power to create the shift towards ethical buying in the localization industry.

        We also got a bit more personal and talked about water-cooler chats, storytelling being trendy, and pushing people outside of their comfort zones.

        If you want to see our beautiful talking heads, head to Youtube: https://youtu.be/zldZX9rH3K0

        Thank you for listening and enjoy :)


        51 min
      • Stakeholder Management 101 - Senem Konuklu From Sony #41 pt. 1

        What is stakeholder management all about? Find out in this interview with Senem Konuklu - the Localization Manager at Sony.

        Whether you're a localization project manager, account manager, or any other manager, you can learn something from Senem:

        • Who are stakeholders
        • How to manage expectations
        • Prioritizing stakeholders
        • The difference between partners and stakeholders
        • Meetings vs reports
        • Do you have to go to fancy dinners?
        • Stakeholder management plan
        • How to get the hot girl.... at LocWorld?!

          • This is episode 41 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 Senem Konuklu.

          If you want to see our beautiful talking heads, head to YouTube https://youtu.be/Vx59wwZDOqE

          Thank you for listening and enjoy :)

          1 hr 7 min
        • On Public Speaking For Introverts & Learning Agility - Dave Ruane From XTM International #40 pt. 2

          In this episode, you'll get to meet Dave Ruane - Digital Content & Partnership Manager at XTM International. This is part 2 of our interview where things got a bit more personal.

          We talked about public speaking as an introvert, getting outside of your comfort zone, learning agility, making exciting content, leading vs managing.

          If you want to see our beautiful talking heads, head to YouTube https://youtu.be/m6jSwi0P4PI

          Thank you for listening and enjoy :)

          48 min
        • What Is Process Innovation Challenge (PIC) - Dave Ruane From XTM International #40 pt. 1

          Innovation in localization? Check. Did you know we have the PIC - Process Innovation Challenge? Dave Ruane will tell you about the contest inspired by Dragon's Den / Shark Tank.

          Welcome to part 1 of our interview where you'll learn about:

          • What's Process Innovation Challenge (PIC)
          • Why you should participate in this contest
          • Tips to pitch your innovations more effectively
          • Can anyone be an innovator?
          • The one thing missing in most presentations
          • How to foster a culture of innovation in your company
          • Innovate like.... a rat?!

            • This is episode 40 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 Dave Ruane.

            If you want to see our beautiful talking heads, head to YouTube https://youtu.be/cCSuO1JPH4c

            Thank you for listening and enjoy :)

            50 min
          • The First ASMR In Localization

            Are you craving some ASMR from the industry? ✅ How about a music quiz? ✅ 

            I got it all, baby! Please enjoy my first ASMR whisper recording. (Yes, it's April Fools)

            ⏱ Timestamps:

            01:34 - Top 10 largest LSPs in localization (by Nimdzi)
            08:57 - Top 10 largest boutique LSPs (by Slator)
            14:16 - Upcoming LocLunches in April
            18:20 - Memsource API error codes
            24:07 - Lokalise iOS SDK

            Sources:

            • https://www.nimdzi.com/nimdzi-100-top-lsp/
            • https://slator.com/language-service-provider-index/the-slator-2021-language-service-provider-index/
            • https://loclunch.net
            • https://help.memsource.com/hc/en-us/articles/360014376860-API-Error-Codes
            • https://docs.lokalise.com/en/articles/1400656-lokalise-ios-sdk

              • If you want to see my talking head (hidden behind a mic), head to YouTube https://youtu.be/CWlugsouI7k

              Thank you for listening and enjoy :)

              32 min
            • On World Of Warcraft & Recognitions - Yago Sagrado From Keywords Studios #39 pt. 2

              In this episode, you'll get to meet Yago Sagrado - the Communications Manager at Keywords Studios. This is part 2 of our interview where things got a bit more personal.

              We talked about World of Warcraft, people who are not gamers, the problems of vertical organizations, recognitions, personalities.

              If you want to see our beautiful talking heads, head to YouTube https://youtu.be/IFjurD0h3WI

              Thank you for listening and enjoy :)

              59 min
            • How To Localize Audio In Games - Yago Sagrado From Keywords Studios #39 pt. 1

              How do you localize the audio in games? Yago Sagrado from Keywords Studios is here to guide you through the process of audio localization from start to finish.

              I got to talk about video games again. Yay! Welcome to part 1 of our interview where you'll learn:

              • The best way to get into the game industry
              • Why it's good to know multiple disciplines
              • What exactly is part of audio localization
              • How to localize songs
              • Why are day one patches so huge
              • How casting works in game localization
              • What is adaptation
              • 4 actors in the booth... drunk?!

                • This is episode 39 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 Yago Sagrado García.

                If you want to see our beautiful talking heads, head to YouTube https://youtu.be/GsN6gyLXiGc

                Thank you for listening and enjoy :)

                1 hr 22 min

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