Localization Fireside Chat

Robin Ayoub
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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 trends, tools, and tactics that matter most.🎙️ Expect:Real conversations with real expertsDeep dives into localization, AI, tech, and storytellingPractical insights, inspiring career journeys, and bold ideasA global, inclusive, and unscripted vibeThis is more than a podcast. It’s a community for curious minds who care about the power of language, technology, and connection.Want to be a guest? 📧 Email: L10Nfiresidechat@gmail.com 📅 Book your spot: https://calendly.com/robin-ayoub/localization-fireside-chat-podcast-recordingDisclaimer: The views expressed in this podcast are my own and do not reflect the opinions of my employer. The Localization Fireside Chat is an independent platform focused on education, industry insight, and open dialogue across the global language, localization, and AI communities.

  1. PD | Can Language Mistakes Kill Patients? Dr. Nelva Lee on Medical Interpreting, Leadership and AI

    2D AGO

    PD | Can Language Mistakes Kill Patients? Dr. Nelva Lee on Medical Interpreting, Leadership and AI

    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. 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 cost center. Robin and Dr. Lee also discuss the promise and limits of AI in healthcare communication, and why human expertise and cultural understanding remain essential in life and death situations. 🎥 Watch the full video episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/808bgKP1oFY CreditsHost: Robin Ayoub, Founder, Localization Fireside Chat Connect and watch moreWebsite: www.L10NFiresideChat.comSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5OoURgc29R31XPGzOWL9iXBe a guest: https://calendly.com/robin-ayoub/localization-fireside-chat-podcast-recordingLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robinayoub/ Support the showShare the episode with a friend. Subscribe on YouTube and Spotify. Leave a short review. DisclaimerViews are for education and discussion. Apply judgment in your own context. Tags#L10NFiresideChat #localization #hiring #recruiting #leadership #ai Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    39 min
  2. Podcast: What Does It Take for Ontario Companies to Succeed Globally?

    5D AGO

    Podcast: What Does It Take for Ontario Companies to Succeed Globally?

    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. 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. CreditsHost: Robin Ayoub, Founder, Localization Fireside Chat Connect and watch moreWebsite: www.L10NFiresideChat.comSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5OoURgc29R31XPGzOWL9iXBe a guest: https://calendly.com/robin-ayoub/localization-fireside-chat-podcast-recordingLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robinayoub/ Support the showShare the episode with a friend. Subscribe on YouTube and Spotify. Leave a short review. DisclaimerViews are for education and discussion. Apply judgment in your own context. Tags#L10NFiresideChat #localization #hiring #recruiting #leadership #ai Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    38 min
  3. Podcast-AI vs ERP: Reducing E commerce Pain and Scaling with AI

    12/23/2025

    Podcast-AI vs ERP: Reducing E commerce Pain and Scaling with AI

    In this episode, you will learn: 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 Host: Robin Ayoub, Founder, Localization Fireside Chat CreditsHost: Robin Ayoub, Founder, Localization Fireside Chat Connect and watch moreWebsite: www.L10NFiresideChat.comSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5OoURgc29R31XPGzOWL9iXBe a guest: https://calendly.com/robin-ayoub/localization-fireside-chat-podcast-recordingLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robinayoub/ Support the showShare the episode with a friend. Subscribe on YouTube and Spotify. Leave a short review. DisclaimerViews are for education and discussion. Apply judgment in your own context. Tags#L10NFiresideChat #localization #hiring #recruiting #leadership #ai Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    41 min
  4. Podcast| Start With Why: Value Creation Before Technology with Bruno Herrmann

    12/20/2025

    Podcast| Start With Why: Value Creation Before Technology with Bruno Herrmann

    Episode NotesIn 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. Key topics include: 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▶ Watch the video version on YouTube: https://youtu.be/OSBfh2vAmcY CreditsHost: Robin Ayoub, Founder, Localization Fireside Chat Connect and watch moreWebsite: www.L10NFiresideChat.comSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5OoURgc29R31XPGzOWL9iXBe a guest: https://calendly.com/robin-ayoub/localization-fireside-chat-podcast-recordingLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robinayoub/ Support the showShare the episode with a friend. Subscribe on YouTube and Spotify. Leave a short review. DisclaimerViews are for education and discussion. Apply judgment in your own context. Tags#L10NFiresideChat #localization #hiring #recruiting #leadership #ai Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    43 min
  5. Podcast: AI Scales Fast. Quality Fails Fast. Gridly’s Take on the Future of Localization

    12/20/2025

    Podcast: AI Scales Fast. Quality Fails Fast. Gridly’s Take on the Future of Localization

    AI is moving fast in localization. But speed without structure comes at a real cost. 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. 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, especially when it comes to protecting language quality and supporting long-tail languages. This is not a hype-driven discussion. It is a practical look at AI orchestration, speed versus quality, and what organizations must get right if they want AI to deliver real, sustainable value in localization. In this episode, we cover: Why the localization industry is shifting from services to technologyWhat being AI-first actually means in practiceThe role of structured content in successful AI adoptionSpeed versus quality and where localization breaks firstWhy humans remain critical in AI-driven workflowsThe concept of AI orchestration in localizationHow organizations can scale without sacrificing language qualityWhat the future holds for localization platforms like GridlyListen on your favorite podcast streaming platform and subscribe for more unscripted conversations on localization, AI, leadership, and global growth. CreditsHost: Robin Ayoub, Founder, Localization Fireside Chat Connect and watch moreWebsite: www.L10NFiresideChat.comSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5OoURgc29R31XPGzOWL9iXBe a guest: https://calendly.com/robin-ayoub/localization-fireside-chat-podcast-recordingLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robinayoub/ Support the showShare the episode with a friend. Subscribe on YouTube and Spotify. Leave a short review. DisclaimerViews are for education and discussion. Apply judgment in your own context. Tags#L10NFiresideChat #localization #hiring #recruiting #leadership #ai Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    46 min
  6. Podcast - Founder Reality: Execution Beats Vision

    12/19/2025

    Podcast - Founder Reality: Execution Beats Vision

    What does it really take to build something that works? 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. 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. A must listen for founders, operators, and business leaders navigating growth in today’s market. CreditsHost: Robin Ayoub, Founder, Localization Fireside Chat Connect and watch moreWebsite: www.L10NFiresideChat.comSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5OoURgc29R31XPGzOWL9iXBe a guest: https://calendly.com/robin-ayoub/localization-fireside-chat-podcast-recordingLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robinayoub/ Support the showShare the episode with a friend. Subscribe on YouTube and Spotify. Leave a short review. DisclaimerViews are for education and discussion. Apply judgment in your own context. Tags#L10NFiresideChat #localization #hiring #recruiting #leadership #ai Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    52 min
  7. Podcast: Unbreakable Heart: Leadership, Resilience, and the Heartnomics Journey

    12/18/2025

    Podcast: Unbreakable Heart: Leadership, Resilience, and the Heartnomics Journey

    Guest: Hanna Bauer, Founder and CEO, Heartnomics Host: Robin Ayoub, Founder, Localization Fireside Chat Topics include: Childhood illness and resilience Purpose driven leadership Navigating uncertainty Human centered growth The Heartnomics philosophy   CreditsHost: Robin Ayoub, Founder, Localization Fireside Chat Connect and watch moreWebsite: www.L10NFiresideChat.comSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5OoURgc29R31XPGzOWL9iXBe a guest: https://calendly.com/robin-ayoub/localization-fireside-chat-podcast-recordingLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robinayoub/ Support the showShare the episode with a friend. Subscribe on YouTube and Spotify. Leave a short review. DisclaimerViews are for education and discussion. Apply judgment in your own context. Tags#L10NFiresideChat #localization #hiring #recruiting #leadership #ai Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    53 min
  8. Podcast - Human Translation in the Age of AI: Why Value Still Matters

    12/17/2025

    Podcast - Human Translation in the Age of AI: Why Value Still Matters

    Guest: Sophie Ouellet, Translator and Lecturer, Laval University Host: Robin Ayoub, Founder, Localization Fireside Chat Topics discussed: AI and human translation Freelance realities in the AI era Value versus cost in language services Teaching, research, and lifelong learning Why human expertise still matters CreditsHost: Robin Ayoub, Founder, Localization Fireside Chat Connect and watch moreWebsite: www.L10NFiresideChat.comSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5OoURgc29R31XPGzOWL9iXBe a guest: https://calendly.com/robin-ayoub/localization-fireside-chat-podcast-recordingLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robinayoub/ Support the showShare the episode with a friend. Subscribe on YouTube and Spotify. Leave a short review. DisclaimerViews are for education and discussion. Apply judgment in your own context. Tags#L10NFiresideChat #localization #hiring #recruiting #leadership #ai Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    44 min
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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 trends, tools, and tactics that matter most.🎙️ Expect:Real conversations with real expertsDeep dives into localization, AI, tech, and storytellingPractical insights, inspiring career journeys, and bold ideasA global, inclusive, and unscripted vibeThis is more than a podcast. It’s a community for curious minds who care about the power of language, technology, and connection.Want to be a guest? 📧 Email: L10Nfiresidechat@gmail.com 📅 Book your spot: https://calendly.com/robin-ayoub/localization-fireside-chat-podcast-recordingDisclaimer: The views expressed in this podcast are my own and do not reflect the opinions of my employer. The Localization Fireside Chat is an independent platform focused on education, industry insight, and open dialogue across the global language, localization, and AI communities.

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  • Creator
    Robin Ayoub
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2025
  • Episodes
    152
  • Rating
    Clean
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    Localization Fireside Chat