In this episode, we’re joined by Luciana Danila — a Romanian Professional Conference Interpreter, Translator, and Mentor with over a decade of freelance experience. With more than 200 days of conference interpretation under her belt and nearly 20 books translated, Luciana brings a rare blend of linguistic mastery, global experience, and a deep understanding of the human mind.Currently pursuing a second Master's in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Luciana shares how psychology and language intersect in her professional journey. We explore how CBT techniques can help interpreters manage stress, anxiety, and performance in high-pressure environments like the booth.💬 In this episode, we discuss:- What inspired Luciana to become an interpreter and translator- The differences between literary translation and conference interpreting- Strategies for navigating the freelance interpreting market in Romania and abroad- Booth anxiety, professional habits, and performance under pressure- The role of psychology and CBT in managing mental fatigue and mentoring interpreters- Business and client acquisition strategies for language professionals- Her favorite conferences and most memorable interpretation assignments (including Gabor Maté!)

📢 Welcome to The Translation Podcast! Today, I have the absolute pleasure of introducing Keith Wagner, a freelance American translator and PhD student in Comparative Literature based in Austin, Texas. His working languages are English, French, Italian, and Romanian. He is originally from Aurora, Colorado and holds a Certificate in Translation & Interpretation, a Bachelor's in Modern Languages, and a Master's in French Studies. He has also worked extensively as a language instructor and in various roles in the localization industry. In 2023, he was awarded a Fulbright grant which allowed him to dedicate 9 months to research in Bucharest, Romania.Keith conducts literary research on multilingual writers, with a particular focus on 19th and 20th century Francophone Romanian writers. He does not currently work as an interpreter, but never say never! The passion persists.🔹 Topics Covered in This Episode: ✔️ What sparked Keith’s love for languages and why he chose to study Romanian✔️ His research on Francophone Romanian writers and what drew him to this niche✔️ His experience living in Romania as a Fulbright scholar. ✔️ If he could translate any Romanian book into English, what would it be? ✔️ Study opportunities for aspiring literary translators (including a program in Dallas)✔️ How Keith’s experience in localization, translation, and teaching shaped his career✔️ The evolving role of interpreters and linguistic support for immigrants in the US✔️ AI in literary translation—can it be a creative partner, or does it take away human essence? ✔️ What’s next for Keith in research and translation

🎙️ Bienvenidos al sexto episodio del Podcast de Traducción 🌍En este episodio, tengo el honor de presentarles a Roselia Moncada, traductora jurada autorizada por el Ministerio de Educación de Guatemala e intérprete en inglés y español. Es fundadora del espacio Café bien platicado. Además, es miembro de la American Translators Association (ATA) y de la Asociación Guatemalteca de Intérpretes y Traductores (AGIT).🎧 En este episodio, hablamos sobre:1️⃣ Su inspiración para estudiar idiomas y cómo esta pasión ha moldeado su carrera2️⃣ Experiencias memorables de su etapa en la diplomacia3️⃣ Retos como traductora jurada y cómo garantiza la precisión en documentos oficiales4️⃣ Su interés por el árabe y el francés, y cómo enriquecen su profesión5️⃣ El papel crítico de los intérpretes en eventos clave y cómo manejar la presión del tiempo real6️⃣ La influencia de la diversidad cultural y lingüística de Guatemala en su enfoque profesional7️⃣ Desafíos específicos de trabajar como traductora jurada en Guatemala frente a otros contextos8️⃣ Su experiencia con idiomas indígenas y proyectos de promoción cultural9️⃣ El impacto de las nuevas tecnologías en el sector y cómo adaptarse a estos cambios🔟 Consejos para construir una carrera en la traducción e interpretación en Guatemala y América Central