Interpreters & Interrupters
Interpreters & Interrupters is the podcast for professional and student interpreters looking to refine their skills and stay inspired.
In Season 2, we’re bringing you expert tips, insightful interviews, and discussions on the topics that matter most in the world of interpreting.
Regardless of where your interpreting gigs take you, join us as we explore the art, challenges, and evolving landscape of interpretation.
Podcasting since 2024 • 32 episodes
Interpreters & Interrupters
Latest Episodes
WHAT ENGLISH ONLY REALLY MEANS
This episode addresses the complexities and surprises faced by interpreters in their daily work, revealing that even simple words can pose challenges. The recent political changes in the United States, including the new executive or...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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8:09
PROS AND CONS OF OVER-THE-PHONE INTERPRETING
The Challenges and Rewards of Over-the-Phone Interpreting: Everything You Need to KnowThe episode covers the history of OPI, its advantages and disadvantages, the skills required, and steps to become a telephone interpreter. Maritza prov...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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19:24
INTERPRETER GONE BAD
The Ethical Boundaries and Pitfalls of Professional InterpretingIn this episode of Interpreters and Interrupters, host Maritza discusses the case of Ippei Mizuhara, an interpreter who defrauded baseball star Shohei Ohtani, emphasizing the i...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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8:02
INDIGENOUS LANGUAGES INTERPRETER CRISIS
Indigenous Language Interpreting Is In DemandWe delve into the world of interpreting indigenous languages, specifically Q'eqchi'. Featuring Jace Norton, founder and CEO of Maya Bridge Language Services, we explore the unique challenges a...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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21:38
CHALLENGES IN MEDICAL & CONFERENCE INTERPRETING
Razan Roumany, shares her journey and experiences as an Arabic and Spanish medical and conference interpreter. Razan details her early inspiration to become an interpreter, her challenges, and the fulfilling aspects of her career. From deciding...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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