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There is a shadow industry driving the growth of ALL global brands: Localization. Let’s talk globalization, localization, translation, interpretation, language, and culture, with an emphasis on how it affects your business, whether you have a scrappy start-up or are working in a top global brand. Topics are taken from the most recently published market research from Nimdzi Insights (and other sources) and will feature guest speakers from time to time.

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Mar 3, 2026

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Episodes

TranslateGemma Quality Evaluation / Stress Test feat Alex Murauski 03.03.2026

In this session, we will explore how we evaluated the translation quality of Google’s Gemma model using the MQM framework and a human-in-the-loop review process. The case study walks through how LLM-generated translations were assessed using structured error typology, how linguistic quality was benchmarked, and how AI-enhanced workflows can combine automated generation with professional post-editi...

Is AI Dubbing ready for take off in 2026? feat. Josh Miller and Chris Antunes 19.12.2025

Join Co-Founders, Josh Miller and Chris Antunes, of 3Play Media as they address the state of the world of AI Dubbing. The solution has been top of mind for many, including eLearning, corporate training, YouTube Creators, and the traditional media & entertainment industry, but exactly where is the adoption? Tune in to learn lessons from two industry leaders about: -Which dubbing applications ar...

Judge, don’t generate: AI beats MT at QA feat. Marco Baglioni 17.12.2025

MT can draft fast, but it often hides meaning errors behind fluent prose. In this session, Marco Baglioni demonstrates how modern LLMs, when used as judges rather than generators, deliver segment-level QA that identifies semantic shifts, enforces terminology (including inflections and multi-word terms), and reduces false positives on source/target inconsistencies. We’ll cover a practical, CAT/TMS-...

Shifting Left(er): New model for software L10n feat. Adam Asnes and Olivier Libouban 15.12.2025

Join host Tucker Johnson, Lingoport’s Adam Asnes and Olivier Libouban as they explore innovative approaches to software localization that bridge the gap between design and development. Traditional localization methods often overlook the design phase, but by integrating localization early and automating file handling for developers, we can achieve agile localization as a service. In this livestream...

Localization Failure: 4 Billion people Missed feat. Muhammad Ikram 05.11.2025

The 30-Year Flop: Why Big Tech’s Localization Model Failed 4 Billion People. For three decades, tech giants have spent fortunes attempting to localize products for emerging markets in Asia and Africa—yet, adoption remains stubbornly low. Senior localization expert Muhammad Ikram, drawing on 20 years in the industry, finally reveals the core reason: the entire foundation of the localization model w...

Creating Value with Language Intelligence feat. Philippe, Britta and Bruno 24.10.2025

Language Intelligence 2025: Exploring the Future of AI and Language Technology. Vienna, November 17–19, 2025 https://lnkd.in/dadgVQ_m Language Intelligence 2025 (LI2025) is a hands-on conference dedicated to demonstrating the value people and organizations can gain from applying the latest AI-driven language, content, and knowledge management technologies in specific application domains. The event...

The Localization Triathlon: Human, Automation & AI feat. Anna Albinsson 23.10.2025

Join us for an inspiring conversation with Anna Albinsson, a CEO whose global perspective is shaped by years of leading Marketing, Sales, and AI transformation. , : • A CEO’s view on how localization drives growth for globally minded companies. • Insider outsider insights from someone who’s led within and beyond the localization industry. • Lessons on discipline, stamina, and strategy drawn from A...

The Power of Storytelling feat. Wada'a Fahel 14.10.2025

Localization leaders know their work drives business impact, but their voices often go unheard. Without the right narrative, localization is dismissed as a cost center instead of a strategic driver. Misunderstandings with procurement stall progress, AI adoption sparks fears about the field's future, and efforts to showcase ROI fall flat. The result? Missed opportunities, underfunded initiatives, a...

Breaking the AI Adoption Barrier - Start with Language (feat. Saul Leal) 02.09.2025

Every company wants to adopt AI, but IT and Legal departments are often the biggest roadblocks. So where do enterprises actually start? Translation and localization. In this episode of Nimdzi LIVE!, Tucker Johnson and Saul Leal explore why language is the low-risk, high-reward entry point for AI adoption. From multimedia localization to enterprise content strategies, we’ll dive into how language t...

Empowering Multimedia Linguists with AI (feat. Tim Hunt) 14.08.2025

Discover how Addavox is revolutionizing video localization with its powerful AI engine suite. In this livestream, we explore how Addavox’s 12 AI models empower professional linguists to localize videos quickly from upload to final download, transforming what used to take days or weeks into just minutes or hours. Supporting 70 languages for authentic voice mimicry (38 more than ElevenLabs) Addavox...

Game localization since 1999: What’s changed? Feat. Michael Souto 25.04.2025

Join us for a live stream featuring Michael Souto from Gridly as we examine how game localization used to be done. Think manual workflows, minimal planning, and a fair share of developer skepticism. We’ll explore how the industry has evolved over the years, what’s improved, and which challenges persist. Michael will also share insights into common mistakes that continue to crop up in modern game l...

KIWA & VoiceQ: NexGen Storytelling & Localization feat. Jordan Koziol Repia 24.04.2025

In this episode of Nimdzi Live, we dive into the world of cultural intelligence and next-generation localization with Jordan Koziol-Repia of Kiwa Digital, a pioneering force based in Aotearoa, New Zealand. Discover how Kiwa is blending Indigenous knowledge, digital storytelling, and voice technology to break language barriers and create inclusive, multilingual content across the globe. KIWA Digita...

Let's talk about VAMOS JUNTOS! 11.04.2025

VAMOS JUNTOS 2025 in Mexico City was a huge success. Let's hear from some of the panelists on what went down and what is planned for next year in VAMOS JUNTOS 2026 Buenos Aires. About Charles: He is the founder and sole owner of Two, a leading talent, translation, and localization company with offices in Argentina, Peru, Ukraine, Vietnam, and Mexico. About Kathy: Originally from New Zealand, he ha...

Why Raw MT Output Can Ruin Localization feat. Alexander Murauski and Denis Zhilko 03.04.2025

In this episode of Nimdzi Live, Alexander Murauski and Denis Zhilko discuss why using raw machine translation (MT) for localization can be a risky move. They break down how different language models (LLMs) can produce translations that vary widely in quality. Relying on these imperfect translations can lead to serious problems and poor results, especially when delivering accurate and effective con...

Exploring Globalization Agentic Solutions, Automation and GenAI applications ft. Luciano Arruda 28.03.2025

Join us for a new episode featuring Luciano Arruda, Director of Globalization Programs at Automation Anywhere. Luciano brings a wealth of experience from leading globalization initiatives at top tech companies like Adobe, Google, Uber, and Automation Anywhere. He’ll share real-world strategies for applying automation and AI to streamline globalization workflows, enhance multilingual support, and o...

Analyzing Trump’s English-Only Executive Order (feat. Carol Velandia Prado) 07.03.2025

Now that President Trump has officially signed the Executive Order designating English as the official language of the United States, the full text of the order reveals significant policy changes — including the revocation of Executive Order 13166, which for decades guaranteed language access for Limited English Proficient (LEP) individuals receiving federally funded services. In this episode of N...

What Trump’s English-Only Executive Order Means for Language Access feat. Dr. Bill Rivers 04.03.2025

In this special episode, we sit down with Dr. Bill Rivers, leading expert on U.S. language policy, to break down the implications of Trump’s new executive order declaring English the official language of the United States. What does this mean for language service providers, translators, and millions of LEP individuals across the country?   About Nimdzi Live:  There is a shadow industry driving the...

Authentic Entrepreneurship (feat. Joshua Monge) 04.02.2025

Entrepreneurship is a journey that often requires skills and mindsets we weren’t taught growing up. In this episode of Nimdzi LIVE!, Joshua Monge shares his personal story of navigating the challenges of building and scaling businesses, from his upbringing in a working-class family to becoming a trusted Fractional COO. We’ll explore the evolving complexities of running a successful business, the m...

L10n in the Age of AI: Building Web 3.0 Products feat. Mohamed 'Mo' Ly 15.11.2024

In today’s dizzyingly fast digital landscape, where AI-powered solutions and LLM-driven products are the norm, success hinges on mastering how to operationalize, productize, and optimize these technologies for global markets. This session provides actionable strategies to build globally inclusive AI systems, leveraging AI-powered, H2-Augmented, Data-Driven and International User Experience (iUX)-f...

Navigating Trust: AI and Medical Interpretation with Jenny, Cesar and Gio 14.11.2024

Dive into the evolving role of artificial intelligence in medical interpretation with Jenny Esno , Cesar Palacio, and Giovanna Lester . Together, they explore how AI reshapes trust between interpreters, patients, and healthcare professionals, highlighting the opportunities and challenges in this critical field. # medicalinterpretation # interpreting # interpreters # localization # languages # lsps...

An Atlas of Endangered Alphabets - New book by Tim Brookes 04.11.2024

More than 85% of the world's writing systems are threatened and with them the entire written record of their culture of origin. How does script loss affect a people--and why are so many cultures working to revive their traditional scripts or create new ones? These are the subjects covered in a new book by Tim Brookes titled “An Atlas of Endangered Alphabets,” a global exploration of the many writi...

The Uberization of AI work with Hameed Afssari 02.11.2024

Join us on October 25th for an insightful episode of Nimdzi Live featuring Hameed Afssari as he explores how Uber’s globally scaled solutions team has been powering AI data labeling, annotation, testing, and localization for over eight years, meeting all of Uber’s internal requirements. He will share how these innovative solutions are now being externalized to companies worldwide, including Nianti...

Practical integration of LLMs to augment traditional l10n workflows 01.11.2024

️ In this episode, Nimdzi’s Tucker Johnson and Centific’s Wei Zhang will explore practical ways AI can be leveraged to manage the localization process. We'll skip the speculation and dive straight into real-life solutions already being used by global brands to overcome various challenges. Here’s what we’ll cover: ️ Create and manage customized AI prompts ✅ Apply AI-infused QA checks and automatio...

Boosting Global Reach with Multilingual Social Media with Shaheen Samavati 07.10.2024

Managing social media presence across multiple languages and markets is a significant challenge for global brands. Many struggle to balance brand consistency with local relevance, often resulting in ineffective communication and lost engagement opportunities. The complexity of managing diverse teams and adapting to local platform trends further complicates this task. To help you overcome this chal...

Ancient Tongues, Modern Voices: The Demand for Mayan Languages Today (feat. Jace Norton) 07.10.2024

Join us for a special live podcast episode featuring two leaders in the field of language access: Jace Norton, founder of Maya Bridge, and Ewandro MagalhaesThumb, former chief interpreter for the UN. We'll dive into the rich world of Mayan languages and explore the critical importance of providing translation and interpretation services to indigenous communities. Jace, fluent in both Spanish and t...

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