The Translation Podcast with Daniela

I am Daniela, a Romanian sworn translator and linguist based in England. In a time when many of our colleagues are considering stepping away from the profession, The Translation Podcast aims to provide hope, encouragement, and practical advice that will help translators and interpreters not only survive but thrive in today’s competitive market. This is my space where I post content for the international translators and interpreters’ community, as well as for anyone interested in our amazing world. It would mean a lot to me if you would subscribe to my channel. Stay tuned for great content!

The Translation Podcast with Daniela is a business podcast hosted by Daniela G. Bunoaica, with 17 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Daniela G. Bunoaica hosts The Translation Podcast with Daniela, a business show with 17 episodes published.

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  Ep. 15 | Keith Wagner | An honest conversation about pursuing a PhD

  Aug 12, 20261h 32m

  What is it really like to pursue a PhD? After a short break (I was focusing on my PhD), in this episode of The Translation Podcast, Keith and I have an honest conversation about the realities of doctoral research—far beyond the polished success stories often portrayed online. We discuss the uncertainty that many PhD students experience, the importance of good supervision, balancing research with work and personal life, publishing, conferences, time management, and mental health. We also share our own experiences, challenges, and practical advice for anyone considering—or currently pursuing—a doctorate.In this episode, we discuss: Common myths about PhD life Why it's normal to feel lost during your research ⏳ How long a PhD really takes ‍ The importance of supportive supervisors ⚖️ Balancing research, work, and life Publishing and presenting at conferences Managing stress, motivation, and burnout Practical tips for planning your research journey About us: I'm Daniela Bunoaica, a PhD researcher in Applied Linguistics and Translation Studies, founder of DGB Romanian Translation Services, and host of The Translation Podcast. Keith Wagner is a translator, researcher, and PhD candidate with a passion for translation, languages, and academic research. Together, we explore what it's really like to navigate the doctoral journey. We'd love to hear from you!Are you currently doing a PhD, or thinking about starting one? What has been your biggest challenge? Leave a comment below—we'd love to continue the conversation. If you enjoyed this episode, please like the video, subscribe, and turn on notifications for more conversations about translation, interpreting, AI, languages, and academia. #PhD #DoctoralResearch #PhDLife #Academia #Research #TranslationStudies #AppliedLinguistics #GraduateSchool #AcademicResearch #TheTranslationPodcast #Translation #Researchers #HigherEducation #GenerativeAI

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  Special episode | Daniela invitée par Sylvie Lemieux | IA en traduction médicale

  May 15, 20261h 19mS0

  <p>J’ai eu le plaisir d’être invitée par Sylvie pour une conversation passionnante autour de l’évolution du métier de traducteur face à l’intelligence artificielle. Au cours de cet échange, j’ai partagé mon parcours de traductrice et interprète roumaine installée au Royaume-Uni, spécialisée dans les domaines juridique et médical, ainsi que mes recherches doctorales sur l’IA appliquée à la traduction médicale. Dans cet épisode, nous abordons notamment :</p>l’essor de la post-édition et de la traduction assistée par l’IA ;l’importance croissante de la spécialisation en traduction juridiq...

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  Ep. 14 | Sylvie Lemieux | Le cerveau du traducteur à l’ère de l’intelligence artificielle

  Apr 18, 20261h 22mS0

  <p>J'ai eu le grand plaisir d’accueillir Sylvie Lemieux, traductrice, réviseure et formatrice.</p><p>Titulaire d’un doctorat en interprétation, ainsi que d’une formation universitaire en traduction et en terminologie, elle s’intéresse tout particulièrement aux liens entre sémantique, cognition et pratique de la révision.</p><p>À travers son expertise, elle accompagne les professionnels et professionnelles des métiers du langage dans le développement d’un jugement rigoureux, nuancé et critique, notamment face à l’intégration croissante des outils d’aide à la traduction et de l’intelligence artificielle.</p><p>Ensemble, nous allons explore...

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  Ep. 13 | Anaïs Thieuleux | Le futur des traducteurs: L’humain avant tout, l’IA en soutien

  Mar 16, 20261h 14mS2

  <p>Dans cette conversation, Daniela interviewe Anaïs Thieuleux, traductrice indépendante et experte en localisation et en applications de l’IA dans la traduction. Anaïs partage son parcours, du management de projets au travail en freelance, ainsi que son expérience de vie en Espagne et sa vision de l’évolution des services de traduction. Elles discutent des compétences essentielles dont les traducteurs ont besoin aujourd’hui, de l’impact de l’IA sur le secteur et de l’importance du langage inclusif. Anaïs souligne également la nécessité de développer activement son réseau et de poursuivre sa form...

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  Spotlight 1 | Turku Naz Altinay @ Linguaphile Translation

  Dec 20, 20251h 19mS0

  <p>In this episode, we sit down with Turku Naz Altınay, Director of Linguaphile Translation and Tutoring Limited, qualified court interpreter, and accomplished literary translator. Having translated five books into Turkish—including George Orwell’s 1984 and works by Sigmund Freud—Naz shares what it truly means to live inside an author’s mind while carrying their voice across languages and cultures.</p><p>We explore her personal journey from a lifelong love of books to building a multilingual career in the UK, the emotional reality of starting again professionally after moving countries, and how her work evolved from literary translati...

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