Subject to Interpretation

In this special end-of-year episode, host Maria Ceballos-Wallis sits down with Dr. Bill Rivers of the Safe AI Taskforce for an exclusive preview of his upcoming session at De La Mora’s Annual Training and Holiday Celebration. Dr. Bill shares his journey through the ever-evolving relationship between technology and interpretation, talks about the policy shifts in language access, and explores how A...

In this episode of Subject to Interpretation , host Maria Ceballos sits down with Ludmila Golovine (CEO of MasterWord Services) and Dr. Bill Rivers (Principal at WP Rivers & Associates), members of the Safe AI Taskforce, to continue the very important conversation on the impacts of AI in the language services field. Tune in to better understand how language professionals can respond to emergin...

In this episode of Subject to Interpretation , host Maria Ceballos sits down with Amanda Seewald, Executive Director of JNCL-NCLIS, to explore why language access, multilingual education, and policy advocacy are essential to the future of interpreting and language services. Amanda shares her insights on federal language legislation, the role of interpreters in multilingual communities, and how adv...

In this must-listen episode of Subject to Interpretation , host Maria Ceballos-Wallis speaks with Rachel Rossi, former Director of the Office for Access to Justice at the U.S. Department of Justice. Together, they explore the vital role of language access in due process and civil rights, and how language justice is an essential part of ensuring equal access to justice for all. Tune in for a compel...

The Subject to Interpretation Podcast is back with a brand-new season!  In the first episode, podcast host Maria Ceballo-Wallis sits down with Agustin de la Mora (Founder of DLMII) and Claudia Eslava (CEO of DLMII) to dive into the key trends shaping the future of interpretation and the must-watch topics for professionals in 2025. Watch now to stay ahead of the curve and be ready for what’s next i...

In this thought-provoking episode, host Maria Ceballos-Wallis is joined by Shawn Norris and Dr. Holly Silvestri of the SAFE AI Task Force (Stakeholders Advocating for Fair and Ethical AI in Interpreting) to explore the impact of artificial intelligence on the interpreting profession. They delve into the role AI could play in shaping language access, both for oral languages and the deaf and hard of...

In this inspiring episode, David Hardin, a seasoned business advisor and entrepreneur, joins host Maria Ceballos-Wallis to discuss the transformative theme of his upcoming keynote speech for DLMII’s Annual Business Retreat & Holiday Celebration, The Power of Purpose: Embracing Your Mission in Life. Drawing from his 25+ years of experience, David talks about the profound difference between mere...

In this episode, veteran judiciary interpreter Janis Palma and our host Maria Ceballos-Wallis, delve into the evolving ethics of judiciary interpreting. They explore the foundational impact of the Court Interpreters Act of 1978, the influence of early conference interpreting standards, and the challenges interpreters face in maintaining ethical practices while ensuring fair due process. They also...

In this insightful episode of Subject to Interpretation , host Maria Ceballos-Wallace sits down with Danny Serna and Miguel Juarez Vidales, two recent graduates of the De La Mora Institute's Train the Trainer Medical Track. They share their unique experiences and challenges in teaching medical interpreters, offering a behind-the-scenes look at the course structure and their teaching methods....

In this episode of Subject to Interpretation, host Maria Ceballos-Wallis sits down with Odilia Romero, a leading advocate for Indigenous rights, to explore the challenges Indigenous interpreters face and the work being done to create a more equitable code of ethics in interpreting practices. Odilia shares her experiences from growing up in Oaxaca to co-founding Comunidades Indígenas en Liderazgo (...

In the latest episode of Subject to Interpretation, host Maria Ceballos-Wallace dives into an insightful conversation with Natalya Mytareva, Executive Director of the Certification Commission for Healthcare Interpreters (CCHI). They discuss the groundbreaking ETOE™ (English-to-English) exam, a unique assessment designed to evaluate cognitive interpreting abilities in English without requiring a se...

In the latest episode of "Subject to Interpretation," host Maria Ceballos-Wallace sits down with Carola Lehmacher to discuss the development of a new code of ethics specifically designed for interpreters in educational settings. Tune in as they explore the unique challenges educational interpreters face, how this new code of ethics serves as a tool to clarify expectations for service use...

Join host Maria Ceballos-Wallis and special guest Dr. Tatiana Gonzales-Estarri as they discuss the upcoming new Medical Webinar Series offered by the De La Mora Institute of Interpretation. Dr. Tatiana shares her background in pharmacy and pharmacology and how she transitioned to become an interpreter. She highlights the importance of continuing education for interpreters to enhance their skills a...

‘Subject To Interpretation’ is a podcast that deep dives into the topics that matter to interpreters.🎙 Hosted by Maria Ceballos-Wallis Join us for the second-part of the discussion on "Interpreting in the Educational Sector". In this episode, host Maria Ceballos-Wallis talks with Ana Soler, chairperson of NAETISL - the National Association of Educational Translators and Interpreters of S...

‘Subject To Interpretation’ is a weekly podcast that deep dives into the topics that matter to interpreters.🎙 Hosted by Maria Ceballos-Wallis Join us for an insightful first-part discussion on "Interpreting in the Educational Sector". In this episode, host Maria Ceballos-Wallis engages with Giovanna Carriero-Contreras, the chair of AAITE - The American Association of Interpreters and Tra...

In this episode, host Maria Ceballos-Wallis welcomes guests Lorena Devlyn and James Plunkett to discuss their experience working as federal court interpreters. Listen as James and Lorena explore the reasons why interpreters choose to work in federal court, and share their experiences and challenges when transitioning to federal court interpreting, including the speed of proceedings and the need to...

Get ready for an exclusive behind-the-scenes peek at the upcoming NAJIT conference! Our host, Maria Ceballos-Wallis, sits down with Susan Cruz, NAJIT's current administrator, to uncover the secrets behind organizing this monumental event.  Susan Cruz, CFP®, serves as the Administrator for the National Association of Judiciary Interpreters and Translators (NAJIT), the leading organization in j...

Join host Maria Ceballos-Wallis and guest Elizabeth Guinle-Salter, a seasoned medical interpreter and translator, in an in-depth discussion on the importance of vocal and hearing health for interpreters. Elizabeth highlights the impact of injuries on interpreters and the need for preventative care.  Elizabeth Guinle-Salter (MAT&I, CMI, NAATI) is a NAATI certified Professional Translator (Spani...

In this special ‘Subject To Interpretation’ episode, host Maria Ceballos-Wallis talks to Eliane Sfeir-Markus in a deep dive into our upcoming Train the Trainer Workshop starting April 2nd. Discover all you need to know about this unique opportunity to learn the renowned DE LA MORA teaching methodology from Agustin de la Mora himself and Eliane Sfeir-Markus in this never before seen Train the Train...

To kick-off this 2024 season, join our host, Maria Ceballos-Wallis and guest Carla M. Mathers, a seasoned attorney and certified hearing interpreter, as they dive into Carla's unique journey at the intersection of law and sign language interpreting. Watch as Maria and Carla explore the crucial role of Certified Deaf Interpreters (CDIs) in legal settings, advocate for more interpreter training...

‘Subject To Interpretation’ is a weekly podcast that deep dives into the topics that matter to interpreters.🎙 Hosted by Maria Ceballos-Wallis Join our host, Maria Ceballos-Wallis, in this exceptional episode as she sits down with professional interpreters: Eugenia Griffin, Genevieve Howe and Noemi Quirch—members of her own study group. They delve into the profound impact of studying together on th...

‘Subject To Interpretation’ is a weekly podcast that deep dives into the topics that matter to interpreters.🎙 Hosted by Maria Ceballos Wallis In this special Founder Series episode, host Maria Ceballos-Wallis interviews Elena Langdon, former Director of the ATA (American Translators Association), to shed light on the important role the association has had in advancing the translation and interpret...

'Subject To Interpretation' is a weekly podcast that deep dives into the topics that matter to interpreters.🎙 Hosted by Maria Ceballos Wallis  In this new "Founder Series" episode, Maria Ceballos-Wallis interviews the renowned interpreter, Janis Palma. They discuss the fascinating evolution of the court interpreter profession, essential techniques and tools every court interpre...

'Subject To Interpretation' is a weekly podcast that deep dives into the topics that matter to interpreters.🎙 Hosted by Maria Ceballos Wallis. Andrea Henry shares the results of her research on Complexity and Fatigue in Interpreted Encounters, which culminated in the CFIE tool. Andrea Henry has been active in healthcare interpreting for 23 years, beginning her career in 1994 as a freelan...

 'Subject To Interpretation' is a weekly podcast that deep dives into the topics that matter to interpreters.🎙 Hosted by Maria Ceballos Wallis This week, Eliane Sfeir-Markus takes us through the world of an Arabic interpreter. Eliane Sfeir-Markus is a court certified English-Arabic (Levantine) Interpreter in the state of PA, and an Arabic Certified Healthcare Interpreter (CHI). She is an...