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Linguistics Careercast

Linguistics Careercast
Linguistics
Networking
Career Development
Career Preparation
Linguistics Career Launch
Linguistics Faculty
Linguistics Career Launch 2024
Culinary Arts
Language Documentation
Bilingualism
Financial Planning
Chatgpt
Gen.ai
Linkedin
Content Creation
Entrepreneurship
Second Language Acquisition
Language Consulting
Graduate School Reform
Alumni Speakers

Linguistics Careercast is the podcast devoted to exploring careers for linguists outside academia, through interviews with linguists employed in industry.

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes83Founded3 years ago
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This episode is an audio version of a virtual panel held online via the Linguistic Society of America, on August 16, 2025. This is part two of our conversation on GenAI and linguistics, this time focusing on Emily M. Bender and Alex Hanna, Ph.D.’s re... more

This episode is an audio version of a virtual panel held at the Linguistics Career Launch in the summer of 2024, titled “User Experience Research for Linguists”. The moderator is Darrell Penta, and the two panelists are Josh Martin and Midam Kim. In ... more

“Don’t be afraid to reach for the job you want”

Erin Kuester has a Master’s degree in Applied Linguistics from Ohio University, and is a copywriter and content creator for service businesses, as well as a writing mentor and editor. She is also an ex... more

This episode is an audio version of a virtual panel held at the Linguistics Career Launch in the summer of 2024, titled “Societal Impacts and the Ethical Use of AI”. The moderator is Aubrie Amstutz, and the two panelists are Patricia McDonough and Al... more

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Colette Feehan
Audiobook director with a PhD in linguistics, specializing in multilingual books and voiceover techniques.
Hachette Audio
Episode: Episode #70: Colette Feehan
Lexi Slome
Associate trial consultant with a focus on discourse analysis of courtroom language.
Taylor Trial Consulting
Episode: Mini-pod: Linguists At Work with Lexi Slome
Jyoti Iyer
Conversation designer with expertise in customer-focused experience design and enterprise AI
Episode: Episode #68: Jyoti Iyer
Marta Baffy
Lawyer and linguist with over a decade of ESL teaching experience, current Professor of the Practice and Director of Academic Success at University of Baltimore School of Law.
University of Baltimore School of Law
Episode: Episode #63: Marta Baffy
Carole Chaski
Forensic linguist and president of ALIAS Technology
ALIAS Technology, Institute for Linguistic Evidence
Episode: Episode #61: Carole Chaski
Mary-Caitlyn Valentinsson
Manager of Ethnographic Research at Universal Parks and Resorts, expert in sensory and experiential insights
Universal Parks and Resorts
Episode: Episode #59: Mary-Caitlyn Valentinsson
Christopher Farina
Associate Director at InVibe Labs with a PhD in linguistics and expertise in medical communication.
InVibe Labs
Episode: Episode #56: Christopher Farina
Elizabeth Briody
Anthropologist with over 30 years of experience in cultural change and employee dynamics in industry.
Cultural Keys and former employee at General Motors
Episode: Episode #54: Elizabeth Briody
Andrea Berez-Kroeker
Linguistics Department Chair at the University of Hawai'i at Manoa, specializing in documentary linguistics
University of Hawai'i at Manoa
Episode: Episode #53: Andrea Berez-Kroeker and Brendan Regan

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Laurel Sutton
Host of Linguistics Careercast.

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 13 ratings
  • Vital ideas for linguistics PhDs

    There are lots of brilliant new linguists, all competing for a limited number of university lecturing and research jobs—- this podcast explores opportunities related to linguistics outside academia. I recommend it to every linguistics PhD student I talk with.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bilas Peles
    United Statesa year ago

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Episode #61: Carole Chaski
Q: Can this be a career? Can you make a living doing this?
Yes, Carole affirms that it is possible to make a living in forensic linguistics, though she emphasizes the importance of integrity and scientific rigor in the field.
Episode #61: Carole Chaski
Q: What advice do you give to students interested in forensic linguistics?
Carole recommends obtaining a PhD in core linguistic fields and finding a dissertation topic connected to forensic applications, advising against degrees solely in forensic linguistics as they may lack necessary linguistic training.
Episode #61: Carole Chaski
Q: How did you get interested in linguistics?
Carole shared her journey starting from a love for languages in high school, teaching English, to realizing the need for a more scientific approach in understanding reading disabilities, which led her to study linguistics thoroughly.
Episode #60: Informational Interviews (LCL audio)
Q: What are some steps to take for effective informational interviewing?
Start by preparing specific questions, seek connections through mutual acquaintances, and be flexible with scheduling. Informational interviews should not focus on job openings but on career insights.
Episode #69: Live at LingFest 2025
Q: How do applied linguistics theories inform AI training?
Theories about intelligibility and comprehensibility help inform AI developers about language variation and biases, ensuring that diverse linguistic identities are acknowledged and included in AI training.

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This podcast focuses on the diverse career paths available to linguists beyond the traditional academic sphere. Through interviews with professionals who leverage their linguistic backgrounds in various industries, listeners gain insight into how linguistic expertise can enhance roles in fields like publishing, legal consulting, technology, and more. Each episode features discussions on transitioning from academia to industry, practical advice for job seekers, and the unique challenges faced by linguists as they forge their career paths. Notably, it emphasizes networking, resume building, and negotiating salary, making it a valuable resource for linguists looking to navigate their careers effectively.

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1. Colette Feehan
2. Lexi Slome
3. Jyoti Iyer
4. Marta Baffy
5. Carole Chaski
6. Mary-Caitlyn Valentinsson
7. Christopher Farina
8. Elizabeth Briody

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