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Translation Confidential
by Peter Argondizzo | Translation Services Firm Founder
Join host Peter Argondizzo and expert guests from around the translation industry to get an inside look at how language translation can benefit your business while bridging the communication gap in today's globalized world.
Episodes
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EP 151 - The Right Way and the Wrong Way to Use AI in Translation
Join co-hosts Peter Argondizzo and Patrick Daley as they break down the right and wrong ways to use AI in translation. They explain why AI works best as one step in a process that people lead, how clean glossaries and past translations improve AI's first draft, and why unchecked AI translations...
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EP 150 - Every Translation Is a Bet: What Happens When the Bet is Wrong?
Join co-hosts Peter Argondizzo and Patrick Daley as they explain why every translation is a bet, and why the only question that matters is what happens when the bet is wrong. They discuss what an automated quality score can and can't tell you, how the same number can be fine on a company picnic...
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EP 149 - What Gartner's Recent AI Layoff Study Means for the Translation Industry
Join co-hosts Peter Argondizzo and Patrick Daley as they break down a recent Gartner study and what it means for the translation industry. The study found that 80% of large companies cut jobs for AI, yet those cuts did not improve financial returns. Peter and Patrick connect the Gartner findings…
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EP 148 - AI for AI's Sake: The Problem Nobody's Solving
Join co-hosts Peter Argondizzo and Patrick Daley as they push back on the LinkedIn “AI echo chamber” and explain why so many AI translation solutions miss the point. They share real examples of problem-first AI, including IEP translation for school districts, breakdown warning signs of tool-led...
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EP 147 - "100% Accuracy": The Most Dangerous Claim in Translation
Join co-hosts Peter Argondizzo and Patrick Daley as they unpack why claiming 100% translation accuracy is a red flag. Sparked by a real conversation, they explore the hidden risks of unchecked AI confidence, the importance of human oversight in regulated industries, and why leadership teams need…
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EP 146 - Build vs. Buy: When to Stop DIY Translation
Join co-hosts Peter Argondizzo and Patrick Daley as they uncover the real costs of handling translation in-house. They explain why using internal staff creates delays, how hidden expenses add up, and the warning signs that it's time to work with a professional language service provider.
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EP 145 - AI Translation (Without the Hype)
Join co-hosts Peter Argondizzo and Patrick Daley as they break down the essential considerations for AI translation. They explain why all AI engines are not created equal, the hidden costs of "free" tools, and why feedback loops and translation memory matter. They also discuss true ROI…
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EP 144 - 2025 Translation Industry Wrap-Up
Join co-hosts Peter Argondizzo and Patrick Daley as they close out 2025 with Argo Translation's latest acquisition, impressive podcast growth stats, and their favorite episodes of the year. They discuss industry shifts, the rise of language solutions integrators (LSIs), and why keeping the…
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EP 143 - Debunking the Biggest Translation Myths
Join co-hosts Peter Argondizzo and Patrick Daley as they break down the most common myths about translation and AI. They explain why AI still experiences hallucinations (when AI produces an incorrect or made-up result), why human linguists remain essential to accuracy, and how unclear source...
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EP 142 - Are Translators Still Relevant in the Age of AI?
Join host Peter Argondizzo with special guests Kimberly Miller, COO at Argo Translation, and Mike Van Norman, Production Manager at Argo Translation, as they address the common misconception that AI is replacing translators. Learn how AI is expanding opportunities, why human oversight remains...
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EP 141 - How Accurate Were Our 2025 Translation Industry Predictions?
Join co-hosts Peter Argondizzo and Patrick Daley as they look back at their 2025 translation industry predictions. They walk through their forecasts on M&A activity, AI adoption with human oversight, regulatory changes, and non-document translation growth. Plus, they share their biggest takeaways...
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Ep 140 - Making Translation Invisible: Why the Best Service Feels Effortless
Join co-hosts Peter Argondizzo and Patrick Daley as they discuss how effective translation services work seamlessly in the background. They explore customer portals, automated workflows, and quality control measures. They also examine the balance between cutting-edge technology and skilled...
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EP 139 - Customer Service in the Age of AI
Join co-hosts Peter Argondizzo and Patrick Daley as they explore the growing challenges of AI-powered customer service. Discover why empathy can't be automated, learn from companies that over-relied on technology, and find practical strategies for creating customer experiences that balance...
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EP 138 - The Future of Translation with Dan Milczarski
Join co-hosts Peter Argondizzo and Patrick Daley with guest Dan Milczarski from Blackbird.io as they explore the future of translation technology. Discover practical approaches to AI implementation, the build versus buy decision for automation tools, and how to preserve the human element while...
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EP 137 - Freelance Translators in the AI Age
Join co-hosts Peter Argondizzo and Patrick Daley as they explore challenges and opportunities for freelance translators navigating the gig economy and AI revolution. Discover strategies for thriving amid technological change, building expertise, and redefining your value proposition in an…
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EP 136 - How the Cloud Works for You: Translators, PMs, and Managers Alike
Join co-hosts Peter Argondizzo and Patrick Daley in part 2 of their cloud series focusing on translators, project managers, and business leaders. Explore remote work flexibility, simplified setup processes, productivity gains through real-time collaboration, security compliance, talent…
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EP 135 - Why the Office Moved to the Cloud (And Took Your Server With It)
Join co-hosts Peter Argondizzo and Patrick Daley as they reveal why physical servers have become expensive liabilities for translation agencies. Learn about virtual desktop interfaces, Azure migration strategies, cloud-based translation management systems, and how remote workforce demands are...
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EP 134 - Language Solution Integrator Explained
Join co-hosts Peter Argondizzo and Patrick Daley as they unpack the new term "language solution integrator" and explore how the translation industry is evolving beyond traditional service models. Discover how successful agencies integrate AI, automation, and human expertise to deliver seamless...
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EP 133 - Why Translation Services Matter in Today's Multilingual Workplace
Join co-hosts Peter Argondizzo and Patrick Daley as they explore why translation services are essential for today's multilingual workforce. Discover how language access impacts safety, legal compliance, and employee engagement, plus practical strategies for implementing effective language…
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EP 132 - The Value of LSPs with USKED's Lyle Vold
Peter Argondizzo welcomes back Lyle Vold, CEO of USCED, to discuss their interpreter scheduling platform, the value agencies bring to language services, AI's impact on ASL interpretation, and misconceptions about deaf culture. Lyle shares insights on recent developments in scheduling technology…
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EP 131 - Industry News With Florian Faes: Tariffs, M&A, and Market Trends
Join co-hosts Peter and Patrick as they discuss global tariffs' impact on language services with Florian Faes, Managing Director at Slator. They explore market uncertainties, increasing M&A activity, and buyer trends in translation, offering valuable insights on navigating economic headwinds in…
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EP 130 - 30 Years of Translation Transformation
Celebrate Argo Translation's 30th anniversary with co-founders Peter Argondizzo and Jackie Lucarelli, and COO Kimberly Miller as they discuss three decades of industry evolution. Learn how they've navigated technological transformations while maintaining their commitment to quality, transparency,...
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EP 129 - Secrets Other LSPs Won't Tell You
Join Peter Argondizzo and Patrick Daley as they reveal translation industry secrets like hidden pricing tactics, machine translation quality differences, and ownership of your content. Learn how to become a more informed translation buyer and avoid common pitfalls in the language services market.
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EP 128 - The Truth About AI in Translation with Bryan Montpetit
Peter Argondizzo sits down with Bryan Montpetit, a 25-year industry veteran and Chief Growth Officer at 360 Smart Lingo, to unpack the truth about AI in language services. They discuss AI-driven productivity and how translation and interpretation roles are evolving. Plus, Bryan shares insights on...
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EP 127 - The Impact of Globalization on The Demand for Translation Services
Join co-hosts Peter Argondizzo and Patrick Daley as they explore how globalization is fueling the growing demand for translation services. They discuss the impact of multinational expansion, AI’s evolving role, and the rise of instant global communication. Learn how leading companies are tackling...
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EP 126 - The Rising Role of AI in the Language Services Industry
Join Peter and Patrick as they unpack how AI is revolutionizing translation workflows through niche applications. From trained MT engines to real-time chat translation, discover how combining AI with human oversight creates powerful business solutions for education, customer support, HR...
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EP 125 - Choosing the Right Translation Partner for Your Business
Join co-hosts Peter Argondizzo and Patrick Daley as they explore how to establish and maintain successful relationships with translation providers. Learn key strategies for effective communication and maximizing your translation budget through transparency and trust.
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EP 124 - Top Translation Trends to Watch in 2025
Join co-hosts Peter Argondizzo and Patrick Daley as they share their top five predictions for 2025. From AI-enhanced workflows and industry mergers to non-document translations, translation memories, and "translation as a feature," discover how these trends will shape the future of the industry.
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EP 123 - Translation & Localization in Global Marketing (Part 2)
Join Peter Argondizzo and Patrick Daley for Part 2 of Translation & Localization in Global Marketing. This episode explores strategies for handling idioms, optimizing multilingual SEO, managing social media across regions, and building a culturally aware global team.
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EP 122 - Translation & Localization in Global Marketing
Join co-hosts Peter Argondizzo and Patrick Daley as they explore translation strategies for global marketing. This episode highlights cultural nuances, localization challenges, AI's role in translation, and maintaining brand consistency across languages, offering insights for businesses expanding...
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EP 121 - Navigating Growth in the Language Industry
Join co-hosts Peter Argondizzo and Patrick Daley as they explore the evolving landscape of the language services industry. From growth trends and acquisitions to the rise of AI-driven workflows, discover how agencies are leveraging technology while maintaining human expertise to stay competitive…
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EP 120 - Managing a Global Remote Team
Join co-hosts Peter Argondizzo and Patrick Daley as they discuss the evolution of remote work across industries. Discover the benefits and challenges of expanding to global teams, hybrid work models, and IT infrastructure changes. Learn how to foster team interaction, manage international...
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EP 119 - Navigating the New IEP Translation Requirements
Join co-hosts Peter Argondizzo and Patrick Daley as they dive into the complexities of translating Individualized Education Programs (IEPs). This episode covers recent legislative changes, cost and privacy concerns, and innovative solutions for more secure, efficient, and cost-effective translation.
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EP 118 - AI's Impact on Translation Pricing
Join co-hosts Peter Argondizzo and Patrick Daley as they explore how AI and machine translation are transforming pricing models in the translation industry. Discover the role of human oversight, strategies for balancing efficiency with quality, and the importance of transparent communication in...
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EP 117 - QA & Editing in Modern Translation
Join co-hosts Peter Argondizzo and Patrick Daley as they explore the importance of quality assurance (QA) and editing in the translation process. In this episode, they discuss the differences between QA and editing, the significance of each in translation, and how machine translation impacts…
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EP 116 - How AI is Redefining Translation Workflows
Join co-hosts Peter Argondizzo and Patrick Daley as they discuss the significant potential of AI in translation and interpretation, exploring practical use cases while highlighting the benefits and addressing the risks associated with new AI tools.
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EP 115 - Should You Buy or Build Software?
Join translation industry experts Peter Argondizzo and Patrick Daley as they discuss the decision between purchasing software or developing it in-house. Explore the advantages and drawbacks, as well as topics such as cost analysis, customization options, and more.
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EP 114 - Project Management Unpacked
Join Peter, Patrick, and the Argo Translation project management team leads for a discussion on how they got into this career, their most memorable projects, and how AI will affect their jobs and the industry overall.
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EP 113 - What Is LangOps, and Why Should You Care?
Join translation industry experts Peter Argondizzo and Patrick Daley to discuss what Language Operations is, the associated risks with adding AI, and how LangOps in a translation workflow benefits customers.
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EP 112 - Automation & AI
Join co-hosts and translation industry experts Peter Argondizzo and Patrick Daley to discuss instances where AI automation can increase your business' productivity and what concerns you should consider before using an AI tool.
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EP 111 - Navigating Mergers & Acquisitions With Paul Doherty
Special guest, integration expert Paul Doherty joins Peter and Patrick to share his first-hand experience with mergers and acquisitions, tips for managing employees through the process, and how to foster a cohesive entity upon completion.
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EP 110 - Crucial Business Lessons for Entrepreneurs
Join Argo Translation Founder and President of nearly 30 years, Peter Argondizzo, and his cohost, Senior Project Manager Patrick Daley, for a broad discussion on business lessons learned in their careers and important suggestions and tips for entrepreneurs.
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EP 109 - AI Translation: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly
Join Peter and Patrick as they discuss concerns companies should have about using AI in their translation workflows, privacy concerns with customer content, and some positive use cases of AI in translation.
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EP 108 - Prerequisites for a New Multilingual Website
Join Peter and Patrick as they discuss important considerations before launching a website that will eventually require translation, including choosing your CMS, theme considerations, and workflow accommodations.
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EP 107 - The Commoditization of the Translation Industry
Join Peter and Patrick as they discuss a common topic on Translation Confidential: the commoditization of the translation industry. Topics include the factors affecting price, the perceived value of translation, and what the future holds for the industry.
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EP 106 - Ūsked, a Service Management Platform
Special guest Lyle Vold, Co-founder and CEO of service management platform Ūsked, joins Peter and Patrick to discuss the company's origins, Lyle’s background, and what the future holds for Ūsked.
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EP 105 - What Happens if There’s an Issue With a Translation?
Join Peter, Patrick, and special guest, Argo Translation's Director of Sales, Sarah Van Lanen, as they discuss quality concerns in translation for both the buyer and the agency.
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EP 104 - 1 Year Post-Acquisition
Join Peter and Patrick as they discuss Argo Translation's acquisition of ICD Translation at the 12-month mark. Topics will include lessons learned, banking concerns, legal concerns, and financial analysis as part of an acquisition strategy.
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EP 103 - Education in Translation With Dr. Lorena Terando
Special guest Dr. Lorena Terando from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee joins hosts Peter and Patrick to discuss the impact of AI on education and recommendations for students pursuing an education in translation.
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EP 102 - Ethical AI
Peter and Patrick discuss the impact of AI and ChatGPT on the translation industry. They explore how AI affects corporate policy, employee screening, and privacy concerns.
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Join host Peter Argondizzo and expert guests from around the translation industry to get an inside look at how language translation can benefit your business while bridging the communication gap in today's globalized world.
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