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Translation Confidential

Peter Argondizzowww.argotrans.com
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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Episodes

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 embracing technological advancement in localization workflows.

Jul 29, 202538 minSeason 1Ep. 138

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 evolving industry landscape.

Jul 14, 202537 minSeason 1Ep. 137

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 acquisition benefits, and how cloud technology eliminates manual work while improving client delivery times.

Jul 08, 202539 minSeason 1Ep. 136

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 reshaping IT infrastructure decisions for language service providers.

Jun 24, 202532 minSeason 1Ep. 135

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 multilingual workflows that focus on business outcomes rather than just traditional translation.

Jun 03, 202539 minSeason 1Ep. 134

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 solutions in your organization.

May 15, 202534 minSeason 1Ep. 133

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 and the future of language access.

Apr 15, 202534 minSeason 1Ep. 132

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 the language industry.

Apr 09, 202529 minSeason 1Ep. 131

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, and customer service.

Mar 26, 202541 minSeason 1Ep. 130

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.

Mar 13, 202529 minSeason 1Ep. 129

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 his expat experience in Dubai. Don't miss this practical exploration of AI and localization.

Feb 24, 202540 minSeason 1Ep. 129

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 translation challenges while strategically balancing speed, quality, and cost.

Feb 03, 202528 minSeason 1Ep. 127

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 communications, and more.

Jan 22, 202537 minSeason 1Ep. 126

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.

Dec 23, 202431 minSeason 1Ep. 125

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.

Nov 26, 202426 minSeason 1Ep. 124

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.

Nov 12, 202437 minSeason 1Ep. 123

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 into international markets.

Sep 30, 202431 minSeason 1Ep. 122

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 in a rapidly changing market.

Sep 10, 202432 minSeason 1Ep. 121

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 compliance, and find talent worldwide while maintaining productivity and work-life balance.

Jul 31, 202431 minSeason 1Ep. 120

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.

Jul 16, 202429 minSeason 1Ep. 119

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 optimizing workflows and ensuring successful translation projects.

Jul 01, 202434 minSeason 1Ep. 118

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 these processes.

Jun 10, 202435 minSeason 1Ep. 117

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.

May 24, 202435 minSeason 1Ep. 116

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.

May 08, 202438 minSeason 1Ep. 115

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.

Mar 06, 202438 minSeason 1Ep. 114

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.

Feb 05, 202434 minSeason 1Ep. 113

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.

Jan 23, 202436 minSeason 1Ep. 112

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.

Dec 14, 202337 minSeason 1Ep. 111

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.

Dec 07, 202329 minSeason 1Ep. 110

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.

Oct 18, 202329 minSeason 1Ep. 109
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