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Subject to Interpretation

Subject to Interpretation

DE LA MORA Institute 87 episodes Latest Nov 21, 2025

Conversations about professional interpretation with the best in the field.

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Interpretation in the Age of AI with Dr Bill Rivers [EP 87] Nov 21, 2025 3798 In this special end-of-year episode, host Maria Ceballos-Wallis sits down with Dr. Bill Rivers of the Safe AI Taskforce for an exclusive preview of his upcoming session at De La Mora’s Annual Training and Holiday Celebration. Dr. Bill shares his journey through the ever-evolving relationship between technology and interpretation, talks about the policy shifts in language access, and explores how A
Interpreters, AI & Advocacy – Safe AI Taskforce (part 2) [EP 86] Jul 25, 2025 4165 In this episode of Subject to Interpretation, host Maria Ceballos sits down with Ludmila Golovine (CEO of MasterWord Services) and Dr. Bill Rivers (Principal at WP Rivers & Associates), members of the Safe AI Taskforce, to continue the very important conversation on the impacts of AI in the language services field. Tune in to better understand how language professionals can respond to emerging
Why Language Policy Matters with Amanda Seewald [EP 85] Jul 11, 2025 2645 In this episode of Subject to Interpretation, host Maria Ceballos sits down with Amanda Seewald, Executive Director of JNCL-NCLIS, to explore why language access, multilingual education, and policy advocacy are essential to the future of interpreting and language services. Amanda shares her insights on federal language legislation, the role of interpreters in multilingual communities, and how advo
The Power of Language Justice with Rachel Rossi [EP 84] Apr 4, 2025 1904 In this must-listen episode of Subject to Interpretation, host Maria Ceballos-Wallis speaks with Rachel Rossi, former Director of the Office for Access to Justice at the U.S. Department of Justice. Together, they explore the vital role of language access in due process and civil rights, and how language justice is an essential part of ensuring equal access to justice for all. Tune in for a compell
The Future of Interpretation with Agustin de la Mora and Claudia Eslava [EP 83] Apr 1, 2025 3571 The Subject to Interpretation Podcast is back with a brand-new season! In the first episode, podcast host Maria Ceballo-Wallis sits down with Agustin de la Mora (Founder of DLMII) and Claudia Eslava (CEO of DLMII) to dive into the key trends shaping the future of interpretation and the must-watch topics for professionals in 2025. Watch now to stay ahead of the curve and be ready for what’s next in
Artificial Intelligence, Interpretation, and Ethics with the SAFE AI Task Force [EP 82] Nov 29, 2024 4849 In this thought-provoking episode, host Maria Ceballos-Wallis is joined by Shawn Norris and Dr. Holly Silvestri of the SAFE AI Task Force (Stakeholders Advocating for Fair and Ethical AI in Interpreting) to explore the impact of artificial intelligence on the interpreting profession. They delve into the role AI could play in shaping language access, both for oral languages and the deaf and hard of
The Power of Purpose for Freelance Interpreters with David Hardin [EP 81] Nov 15, 2024 2606 In this inspiring episode, David Hardin, a seasoned business advisor and entrepreneur, joins host Maria Ceballos-Wallis to discuss the transformative theme of his upcoming keynote speech for DLMII’s Annual Business Retreat & Holiday Celebration, The Power of Purpose: Embracing Your Mission in Life. Drawing from his 25+ years of experience, David talks about the profound difference between mere
Redefining Ethics in Judiciary Interpreting with Janis Palma [EP 80] Nov 8, 2024 4949 In this episode, veteran judiciary interpreter Janis Palma and our host Maria Ceballos-Wallis, delve into the evolving ethics of judiciary interpreting. They explore the foundational impact of the Court Interpreters Act of 1978, the influence of early conference interpreting standards, and the challenges interpreters face in maintaining ethical practices while ensuring fair due process. They also
Insights on Training Medical Interpreters with Danny Serna and Miguel Juarez Vidales [EP 79] Oct 25, 2024 3368 In this insightful episode of Subject to Interpretation, host Maria Ceballos-Wallace sits down with Danny Serna and Miguel Juarez Vidales, two recent graduates of the De La Mora Institute's Train the Trainer Medical Track. They share their unique experiences and challenges in teaching medical interpreters, offering a behind-the-scenes look at the course structure and their teaching methods. B
Championing Indigenous Rights in Interpretation with Odilia Romero [EP 78] Oct 11, 2024 3376 In this episode of Subject to Interpretation, host Maria Ceballos-Wallis sits down with Odilia Romero, a leading advocate for Indigenous rights, to explore the challenges Indigenous interpreters face and the work being done to create a more equitable code of ethics in interpreting practices. Odilia shares her experiences from growing up in Oaxaca to co-founding Comunidades Indígenas en Liderazgo (
The ETOE™ Exam and the Future of Interpreting Certification with Natalya Mytareva (CCHI) [EP 77] Sep 27, 2024 4406 In the latest episode of Subject to Interpretation, host Maria Ceballos-Wallace dives into an insightful conversation with Natalya Mytareva, Executive Director of the Certification Commission for Healthcare Interpreters (CCHI). They discuss the groundbreaking ETOE™ (English-to-English) exam, a unique assessment designed to evaluate cognitive interpreting abilities in English without requiring a se
Creating a Code of Ethics for Educational Interpreters with Carola Lehmacher [EP 76] Sep 6, 2024 4880 In the latest episode of "Subject to Interpretation," host Maria Ceballos-Wallace sits down with Carola Lehmacher to discuss the development of a new code of ethics specifically designed for interpreters in educational settings. Tune in as they explore the unique challenges educational interpreters face, how this new code of ethics serves as a tool to clarify expectations for service use

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