Localization Fireside Chat
Welcome to the Localization Fireside Chat, where ideas spark, insights flow, and the global language industry comes to life.This podcast takes you on a journey through the dynamic world of localization, language, AI, and global content strategy. Whether you're a seasoned industry leader or new to the field, you'll find thought-provoking conversations, inspiring stories, and fresh perspectives on how we connect across cultures and languages.Each episode features candid dialogues with localization pioneers, tech innovators, entrepreneurs, and creatives who are shaping the future of global communication. From cultural adaptation and multilingual content to AI in translation, we unpack the...
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The Belonging Equation: Why Culture Is a System, Not a Feeling
<p>Belonging is one of the most misunderstood forces inside organizations. It is often treated as a feeling, a vibe, or a soft cultural goal. In reality, it is a measurable system that directly drives performance, retention, and engagement.</p><p>In this episode of Localization Fireside Chat, Robin Ayoub speaks with Andrea D. Carter, Organizational Scientist, about the science behind belonging and why most culture programs fail to deliver results.</p><p>Andrea introduces the Belonging Equation, a framework built around five indicators: comfort, connection, contribution, psychological safety, and well being. When these signals are strong, teams perform. When...
The Human Voice as a Biomarker, with AI help we are Detecting Disease
<p>In this conversation, you will learn:</p>What vocal biomarkers are and how they workWhy the human voice carries biological and neurological signalsHow Canary Speech uses AI to analyze speech in real timeThe clinical and regulatory realities of deploying AI in healthcareWhy early detection will define the future of medicineWhat healthcare leaders and investors need to understand about this shiftHenry O’Connell brings more than twenty years of experience in technology and medical research, including work with Hewlett-Packard and the National Institutes of Health. His work at Canary Speech sits at the center of AI, neurology, and digital health. <p>...
PD | Can Language Mistakes Kill Patients? Dr. Nelva Lee on Medical Interpreting, Leadership and AI
<p>Dr. Nelva Lee’s journey from Panama to becoming a leading voice in medical interpreting is a story of resilience, leadership, and purpose. As the CEO and Founder of MiTio, she helped shape national certification standards for medical interpreters and continues to advocate for language access as a core component of quality healthcare.</p><p>In this episode, Dr. Lee explains why even patients who speak some English may not fully understand medical terminology, how hospitals expose themselves to risk when they rely on untrained interpreters, and why language access should be treated as a safety requirement rather than a...
Podcast: What Does It Take for Ontario Companies to Succeed Globally?
<p>Mauricio Ospina brings a rare combination of lived experience and institutional knowledge to the conversation. Starting his life in Canada working entry level jobs due to language barriers, he now helps guide Ontario’s technology sector into global markets.</p><p>This episode dives into Ontario’s massive tech ecosystem, the role of US investors, how export development programs work, and why so many companies fail when trying to scale internationally. It is a practical, grounded look at global growth beyond the hype.</p> <p><p>Credits<br>Host: Robin Ayoub, Founder, Localization Fireside Chat</p><p>Connect and watc...
Podcast-AI vs ERP: Reducing E commerce Pain and Scaling with AI
<p>In this episode, you will learn:</p>Why most ERP systems were not designed for e commerceThe hidden operational cost of legacy ERP platformsHow AI can reduce ERP pain instead of adding complexityThe role of AI in inventory, forecasting, and reconciliationWhy scaling e commerce requires adaptable systemsHow operators should think about AI adoption in practiceGuest: Harish Chandramowli, Head of AI, Good Day Software<br />Host: Robin Ayoub, Founder, Localization Fireside Chat <p><p>Credits<br>Host: Robin Ayoub, Founder, Localization Fireside Chat</p><p>Connect and watch more<br>Website: www.L10NFiresideChat.com<br>Spotify: https://open.spotify...
Podcast| Start With Why: Value Creation Before Technology with Bruno Herrmann
<h3>Episode Notes</h3><p>In this returning episode, Robin Ayoub sits down with Bruno Herrmann, Founder of LT Innovate, to reflect on the current state of the localization and language industry.</p><p>Key topics include:</p>Why value creation must precede technology decisionsThe risks of AI driven hype without clear purposeMoving from experimentation to real world implementationThe ongoing problem of commoditization in localizationRedefining supplier client relationships as partnershipsLeadership lessons for 2025 and beyond<p>▶ Watch the video version on YouTube: https://youtu.be/OSBfh2vAmcY</p> <p><p>Credits<br>Host: Robin Ayoub, Founder, Localization Fireside Chat</p><p>Co...
Podcast: AI Scales Fast. Quality Fails Fast. Gridly’s Take on the Future of Localization
<p>AI is moving fast in localization. But speed without structure comes at a real cost.</p><p>In this episode of the Localization Fireside Chat, Robin Ayoub sits down with Anna Albinsson, CEO of Gridly, for a grounded conversation on what it truly means to be AI-first in localization and content operations.</p><p>Anna shares her perspective on the industry’s shift from service-based models to technology-driven platforms, why structured content is the foundation for scalable AI, and why quality can quickly degrade when automation is introduced without discipline. She explains why humans remain essential in AI-enabled workflows, es...
Podcast - Founder Reality: Execution Beats Vision
<p>What does it really take to build something that works?</p><p>In this episode of the Localization Fireside Chat, Robin Ayoub welcomes Marcus Gaughan, Founder and CEO of Minds On Fire, for an honest conversation about entrepreneurship, execution, and learning through failure.</p><p>Marcus shares his journey from scientific experimentation to founding Minds On Fire, the pivots that shaped his business, and why ambition alone is never enough. The discussion dives into platform thinking, founder mindset, and why focusing on people and execution is what ultimately drives progress.</p><p>A must listen for founders, operators, and...
Podcast: Unbreakable Heart: Leadership, Resilience, and the Heartnomics Journey
<p>Guest: Hanna Bauer, Founder and CEO, Heartnomics<br />Host: Robin Ayoub, Founder, Localization Fireside Chat</p><p>Topics include:</p><p>Childhood illness and resilience</p><p>Purpose driven leadership</p><p>Navigating uncertainty</p><p>Human centered growth</p><p>The Heartnomics philosophy</p><h2> </h2> <p><p>Credits<br>Host: Robin Ayoub, Founder, Localization Fireside Chat</p><p>Connect and watch more<br>Website: www.L10NFiresideChat.com<br>Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5OoURgc29R31XPGzOWL9iX<br>Be a guest: https://calendly.com/robin-ayoub/localization-fireside-chat-podcast-recording<br>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robinayoub/</p><p...
Podcast - Human Translation in the Age of AI: Why Value Still Matters
<p>Guest: Sophie Ouellet, Translator and Lecturer, Laval University<br />Host: Robin Ayoub, Founder, Localization Fireside Chat</p><p>Topics discussed:</p><p>AI and human translation</p><p>Freelance realities in the AI era</p><p>Value versus cost in language services</p><p>Teaching, research, and lifelong learning</p><p>Why human expertise still matters</p> <p><p>Credits<br>Host: Robin Ayoub, Founder, Localization Fireside Chat</p><p>Connect and watch more<br>Website: www.L10NFiresideChat.com<br>Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5OoURgc29R31XPGzOWL9iX<br>Be a guest: https://calendly.com/robin-ayoub...
