Globally Speaking

"Some brands are really proud - they have thousands and thousands of pages in hundreds of languages. But nobody reads them. Gone are the days when you were translating for the sake of it.” Ben Faes, CEO of RWS, joins the Cultural Intelligence Podcast for a conversation on what’s reshaping global brand strategy - and why Cultural Intelligence is now fundamental to succeed. In this episode: * Why on...

How do you introduce AI into one of the world’s most regulated industries? Dan Herron, Global VP of Digital Health at RWS, joins the Cultural Intelligence Podcast to discuss how life sciences teams can responsibly apply AI in clinical operations, COAs, and linguistic validation: * Why life sciences is uniquely complex for AI adoption, and why regulation, bias, and documentation matter so much * Ho...

In this Globally Speaking episode, we sit down with Lisa Riemers and Matisse Hamel-Nelis, authors of "Accessible Communications", to explore how to move beyond checkbox compliance and build communication that genuinely works for all. Key topics covered: * Why accessibility shouldn’t be just a legal requirement * The "digital curb cut effect": how accessibility features benefit everyone * Common my...

When AI POCs shine in isolation… but struggle at enterprise scale. Host Marine Esquenet welcomes Matt Hardy to explore why AI prototypes dazzle in demos yet struggle in production, and how cultural intelligence can bridge that gap. Matt unpacks real challenges: * Why AI POCs look flawless alone but break under production pressures * What separates "working demos" from trusted, adopted enterprise s...

In this first episode of The Cultural Intelligence Series, host Marine Esquenet sits down with Marina Pantcheva to explore what happens when global growth moves faster than our ability to manage meaning, context and trust. Marina helps us unpack: - Why culture remains one of the hardest variables for global leaders to master but also the easiest to underestimate - The real-world risks of one-size-...

This International Women's Day, three amazing women working with AI, language, and culture in RWS offices around the world reveal how human expertise is what makes AI truly work for authentic global connections. On this occasion, Francesca Farrell (Strategic Account Director at RWS & in charge of the Women's ERG pillar at RWS) hosts Joana Alarcão (European Portuguese Language Manager based in Port...

Is studio-free dubbing really around the corner? AI voices are improving fast. But can they truly replace actors – and should they? In our latest Globally Speaking Podcast episode, Michael Wayne (Head of Media & Entertainment at RWS) and Justin Beaudin (Founder & CEO of Adapt) come together to separate what’s possible from what’s pure hype. They unpack: * Where synthetic voices really work * Where...

Did you know 92% of IP professionals plan to try AI, yet 79% cite accuracy as a top barrier? Generative AI is reshaping the IP world, but are today’s tools truly delivering? In this new episode of the Globally Speaking podcast, we dive into the findings of RWS’s “Ahead of the Game” survey, unpacking how IP professionals are using AI today, where it falls short, and what needs to change. RWS CEO of...

Ready to glimpse the future of translation technology? The revolution is happening now! And we condensed all the insights in the new Translation Technology Insights 2025 report! AI, shifting market dynamics and rapid tech adoption are transforming localization. Dive into the latest episode of the Globally Speaking podcast to discover how these changes impact teams, workflows, and industry leaders...

Ever find yourself wondering which AI model works best for different needs, whether it’s planning your next trip or boosting productivity at work? In this episode of the Globally Speaking Podcast, host Çetin Amirak sits down with Tomáš Burkert, Technical Lead, linguist, and AI expert with TrainAI by RWS, to unpack the art and science of choosing the right large language model (LLM). Tomas shares r...

Have you ever considered how differently beauty standards and body ideals are perceived from one country to another? Or how, during the pandemic, brands had to navigate not only cultural nuances but also rapidly changing local regulations? These are just some of our favorite real-world challenges explored in the latest episode of the Globally Speaking Podcast. Our host, Stuart Davison, Creative Di...

We’re excited to unveil our brand-new Globally Speaking identity! Experience it firsthand in our latest episode! This time, our host Matt Hardy sits down with Gil Hetz, VP of AI at aiOla, to explore the rise of voice as the future of human–machine interaction. Why is speech becoming the go-to interface? Because it’s faster, more natural, and simply more practical, especially when your hands are fu...

Ready to rethink creativity in the age of AI? Step into our latest episode of the Globally Speaking Podcast, where host Çetin Amirak welcomes Dirk Simpson, Transcreation Lead at Accenture Song, for a compelling exploration of how artificial intelligence is rewriting the rules of creativity and brand storytelling worldwide. Dirk offers a behind-the-scenes look at how brands connect with people acro...

In this special Creative Series edition of Globally Speaking, join us as we dive into the art of storytelling with James Murphy, founder and Creative Director of London’s Hocus Pocus animation studio. Explore how James and his team expertly blend visual storytelling with linguistic finesse to craft authentic, culturally sensitive narratives that resonate with global audiences. James shares Hocus P...

Happy International Women's Day! In this special Globally Speaking episode, our host Amanda Newton, President of Global Content Services at RWS, sits down with three remarkable leaders in AI and technology: • Pia F. Bresnan, Senior Globalization Manager at Uber • Giselle Tran, Senior Manager, Language Experience & Technology at Sage • Jennifer Vela-Valido, Localization Quality Program & Innovation...

How does one of the world’s most renowned design platforms make design accessible to users in over 190 international markets and in 106 languages? Our host, Stuart Davison, Creative Director at RWS, is joined by Michael Levot, Head of Localization and Internationalization at Canva, as they answer this question and explore the pivotal topics of creativity, accessibility, trust, and representation i...

In this episode of the Globally Speaking Podcast, Cassandra Prieto, Sr. Director, Client Services at RWS, and Dominique Biliato, VP of Learning Operations at SAI360, discuss how SAI360 is leveraging AI to revolutionize the eLearning space and enhance customer benefits. Dominique shares how SAI360 empowers organizations worldwide with integrated ethics, governance, risk, and compliance software, su...

In this episode of the Globally Speaking Podcast on the future of human-machine collaboration, Emma Fisher, Vice President of Global Marketing at RWS, sits down with Melanie Peterson, Senior Program Director of Train AI at RWS, to discuss the essential role of the human touch in AI development. As AI technology continues to evolve, the need for ethical standards in data training becomes increasing...

In this new episode of Globally Speaking, host Lenny Grinberg, VP of Sales at RWS, sits down with Christopher Auteberry, Director of Commercial Learning and Development for Americas at Hyatt Hotels, and Dave Romero, Co-founder and President of Unboxed Training & Technology. They recount their unexpected meeting at a Learning & Development event that sparked a powerful partnership, leading to a tra...

Are you ready to jump into the future of AI? In this new episode of our Globally Speaking podcast, join RWS's Çetin Amirak and AWS's Andrea Frio as they explore the exciting evolution of generative AI, from experimentation in 2023 to full-scale production in 2024. Discover how generative AI is transforming customer experiences, supercharging productivity, and sparking creativity - but don’t overlo...

How can AI enhance author productivity by automating repetitive tasks, allowing you to focus on the creative aspects of your work? How do you navigate the murky waters of AI-generated misinformation? And how can you foster an environment in which your clients can trust your content? The stakes are high for businesses looking to implement AI and large language models (LLMs) – almost half (47%) expe...

This episode of Globally Speaking celebrates 40 years of innovation from Trados Studio. Paul Filkin, Senior Director of Customer Enablement at RWS, speaks to Anna Rita de Bonis, Software Accessibility Specialist and Trainer for the Visually Impaired at RWS, who explains how she has helped us challenge the translation industry by helping to make Trados Studio accessible to visually impaired languag...

This episode of Globally Speaking celebrates 40 years of innovation from Trados Studio. Paul Filkin, Senior Director of Customer Enablement at RWS, speaks to Anna Rita de Bonis, Software Accessibility Specialist and Trainer for the Visually Impaired at RWS, who explains how she has helped us challenge the translation industry by helping to make Trados Studio accessible to visually impaired languag...

In our latest episode of the Globally Speaking Podcast, join Francisco Gomez, CEO of Factum Global, as he sits down with Jordan Cockrell to share some insights into what’s on the minds of today’s CEOs. Find out why most leaders are optimistic about the role of AI, cyber security and digital transformation and learn why 84 % of them see geographic expansion as a way to diversify risk and look for t...

Have you ever wondered how many colours the human eye can distinguish? Around 1 million! Yet, language only has about 12 basic colour terms to describe them. This leads us to the question: Can AI truly understand our world if it relies solely on linguistic training data? The reality is that language is an abstraction – an oversimplification of the world that doesn’t contain all the information hum...