Rephonic
Artwork for Localization Today

Localization Today

MultiLingual Media
Artificial Intelligence
Localization
Translation
Machine Translation
Language Access
Generative AI
Localization Industry
Indigenous Languages
Language Technology
Education
Language Services
Data Privacy
Language Industry
Language Service Providers
Accessibility
Translation Services
Openai
Translation Industry
Multilingual Magazine
Canada

Global leaders turn to MultiLingual for the latest coverage of language technology, and business.

PublishesDailyEpisodes733Founded4 years ago
Number of ListenersCategories
NewsSociety & Culture

Listen to this Podcast

Artwork for Localization Today

Latest Episodes

The 2026 NIMDZI 100 report offers one of the clearest snapshots of where the language industry stands today — and where it may be heading next. In this episode of MultiLingual Media’s Localization Today, we speak with Marjolein Groot Nibbelink, lead ... more

Welocalize has been a powerhouse in the language industry for decades, but what happens when the word "localization" no longer describes everything you do? In this episode, Eddie Arrieta sits down with Paul Carr, CEO of Welo Global, to discuss leadin... more

Interview by Cameron Rasmusson

Translated co-founder Isabelle Andrieu discusses the company’s origins, its preparations for the AI era, and the future it envisions for its many clients and translators. She also offers advice to language service prof... more

By Rishi Anand

The booming language services market benefits from operational automation to assist with complex manual workflows. Translation business management systems (TBMSs) provide the intelligent infrastructure to automate client, vendor, and ... more

Key Facts

Accepts Guests
Contact Information
Podcast Host
Number of Listeners
Find out how many people listen to this podcast per episode and each month.

Similar Podcasts

People also subscribe to these shows.

SlatorPod
SlatorPodSlator
Translation Confidential
Translation ConfidentialPeter Argondizzo | Translation Services Firm Founder
Pod Save America
Pod Save AmericaPod Save America

Recent Guests

Marjolein Groot Nibbelink
Leader of the NIMSY 100 project
NIMSY/NIMSEE
Episode: The State of the Language Industry in 2026
Paul Carr
CEO of WeLocalize
WeLocalize
Episode: The Shift From Artisanal To Information Processing
Isabelle Andrieu
Co-founder of Translated, leading AI-forward translation strategy
Translated
Episode: Isabelle Andrieu: The Power of Adaptation
Rishi Anand
Founder and CEO of Automated
Automated
Episode: The Future of Translation Companies
Aimee Ansari
Leader at CLEAR Global
CLEAR Global
Episode: The Future of Humanitarian Language Services
Chenge Maruziva
Leader at Tarjimly
Tarjimly
Episode: The Future of Humanitarian Language Services
Matt Grotzenstein
Vice President of North America at GTE Localize; Editor-in-Chief of Lockreset
GTE Localize
Episode: Most LSPs Are Playing the Wrong Game
Gabriela Kouahla
Author of the article and founder of Beyond Words Linguistic Services
Beyond Words Linguistic Services
Episode: Minimalism Meets Localization
Giulia Silvestrini
Head of Global Interpreting at Acolad
Acolad
Episode: The Invisible Infrastructure of COP30

Host

Eddie Arrieta
Host of Localization Today

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 24 ratings
  • The mouthpiece of corporate interest

    This is not editorial content. This is people reading from their press release. Zero insight. Biased.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Localization Expert
    Germany6 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Some episodes feel highly promotional with company-centric narratives.
Audience sometimes seeks more actionable, product-focused insights.
A few listeners request more independent critique and nuance.
Quality and depth vary by guest and topic, per reviews.

Top News Podcasts

RONZHEIMER.
RONZHEIMER.Paul Ronzheimer
Lanz + Precht
Lanz + PrechtZDF, Markus Lanz & Richard David Precht
Machtwechsel
MachtwechselDagmar Rosenfeld und Robin Alexander
Apokalypse & Filterkaffee
Apokalypse & FilterkaffeeMicky Beisenherz & Studio Bummens
Was jetzt?
Was jetzt?DIE ZEIT
Amann Unframed
Amann UnframedDr. Melanie Amann
Spitzengespräch
SpitzengesprächDER SPIEGEL
0630 - der News-Podcast
0630 - der News-Podcast1LIVE für die ARD

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Isabelle Andrieu: The Power of Adaptation
Q: Tell us about Lara and how it differs from other translation AIs, and what it means for enterprise workflows.
Lara is designed to think like a translator by capturing the entire decision trail of a translation project—signals, choices, corrections—so production decisions continuously refine the model, enabling better output and alignment with human judgment across enterprise workflows.
Isabelle Andrieu: The Power of Adaptation
Q: You've since adopted an AI forward model that blurs the line between AI and human translation. Could you tell us when you adopted this strategy and how has it progressed since then?
The approach was not a pivot but a natural extension of how the company has operated from the start: continuous learning from production usage. Lara is built on a loop of production decisions—every correction and choice feeds back into the system to improve output over time.
The Future of Humanitarian Language Services
Q: What does it mean to frame language access as a social justice issue?
It means recognizing language as a fundamental right that enables people to access healthcare, legal services, and essential information; the work should center on communities with low-resource languages and ensure that humanitarian responses are truly inclusive and effective.
Most LSPs Are Playing the Wrong Game
Q: What is LocReset, and why is it positioned as a North American growth engine?
LocReset is a think tank and growth engine—a melting pot for local rebels—that brings together enterprise buyers and provider experts to educate the middle market with non-biased insights, while also serving as a platform for future growth strategies.
Most LSPs Are Playing the Wrong Game
Q: How has AI changed the cost and speed dynamics of localization, and what is your governance approach?
AI changes everything when deployed properly; we see AI-human hybrid models providing better outcomes, with governance and risk management to ensure quality and reduce hallucinations, while costs per unit may drop but content volume increases.

Audience Metrics

Listeners, social reach, demographics and more for this podcast.

Listeners per Episode
Gender Skew
Location
Interests
Professions
Age Range
Household Income
Social Media Reach

Frequently Asked Questions About Localization Today

What is Localization Today about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Across recent episodes, discussions center on how AI, automation, and new platform ecosystems are reshaping translation and localization at scale. Topics include governance, data privacy, and the shift from artisanal to information-processing workflows, with emphasis on enterprise delivery, cost dynamics, and the integration of human expertise with AI. Notable angles include agentic content delivery platforms, the role of AI in quality and productivity, and ethical considerations around IP, data sovereignty, and governance. The format often features executives and industry leaders sharing practical strategies for scaling localization, shaping vendor ecosystems, and aligning technology with business outcomes, making it valuable for teams bui... more

Where can I find podcast stats for Localization Today?

Rephonic provides a wide range of podcast stats for Localization Today. We scanned the web and collated all of the information that we could find in our comprehensive podcast database. See how many people listen to Localization Today and access YouTube viewership numbers, download stats, audience demographics, chart rankings, ratings, reviews and more.

How many listeners does Localization Today get?

Rephonic provides a full set of podcast information for three million podcasts, including the number of listeners. View further listenership figures for Localization Today, including podcast download numbers and subscriber numbers, so you can make better decisions about which podcasts to sponsor or be a guest on. You will need to upgrade your account to access this premium data.

What are the audience demographics for Localization Today?

Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for Localization Today, including gender skew, age, country, political leaning, income, professions, education level, and interests. You can access these listener demographics by upgrading your account.

How many subscribers and views does Localization Today have?

To see how many followers or subscribers Localization Today has on Spotify and other platforms such as Castbox and Podcast Addict, simply upgrade your account. You'll also find viewership figures for their YouTube channel if they have one.

Which podcasts are similar to Localization Today?

These podcasts share a similar audience with Localization Today:

1. SlatorPod
2. The AI Daily Brief: Artificial Intelligence News and Analysis
3. Translation Confidential
4. Pod Save America
5. Up First from NPR

How many episodes of Localization Today are there?

Localization Today launched 4 years ago and published 733 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

How do I contact Localization Today?

Our systems regularly scour the web to find email addresses and social media links for this podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the contact information that we could find in our podcast database. But in the unlikely event that you can't find what you're looking for, our concierge service lets you request our research team to source better contacts for you.

Where can I see ratings and reviews for Localization Today?

Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for Localization Today from multiple sources, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Castbox, and Podcast Addict.

View all the reviews in one place instead of visiting each platform individually and use this information to decide if a show is worth pitching or not.

How do I access podcast episode transcripts for Localization Today?

Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of Localization Today. Search within each transcript for your keywords, whether they be topics, brands or people, and figure out if it's worth pitching as a guest or sponsor. You can even set-up alerts to get notified when your keywords are mentioned.

What guests have appeared on Localization Today?

Recent guests on Localization Today include:

1. Marjolein Groot Nibbelink
2. Paul Carr
3. Isabelle Andrieu
4. Rishi Anand
5. Aimee Ansari
6. Chenge Maruziva
7. Matt Grotzenstein
8. Gabriela Kouahla

To view more recent guests and their details, simply upgrade your Rephonic account. You'll also get access to a typical guest profile to help you decide if the show is worth pitching.

Find and pitch the right podcasts

We help savvy brands, marketers and PR professionals to find the right podcasts for any topic or niche. Get the data and contacts you need to pitch podcasts at scale and turn listeners into customers.
Try it free for 7 days