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E116: Get to Know AFTI

February 18, 2026

Learn about the history of AFTI, the awards and scholarships they offer, and the many ways they support language professionals.

E115: ASTM Standards on Language Services Explained

January 15, 2026

Listen and learn how standards and best practices signal to the world that you care about the quality of your work and your profession.

E114: Making Community with Special Interest Groups (SIGs)

December 15, 2025

ATA offers a convenient way for members to build, connect, and grow with other linguists within their professional or non-working niche.

E113: The Ins and Outs of ATA Certification

August 15, 2025

Gain insight into one of the industry’s most respected credentials that can open doors to career advancement.

E112: Executive Order 14224 Explained with Dr. Bill Rivers

July 15, 2025

This episode thoroughly examines EO 14224 to reveal its effects on language access and how it affects language services providers.

E111: The 2025 ATA Halftime Show

June 26, 2025

From ATA’s recent advocacy efforts to the upcoming ATA Annual Conference, you’ll get an all-around view of ATA’s full 2025 agenda.

E110: ATA’s New Guides to Buying Translation and Interpreting Services

May 15, 2025

Learn how these invaluable reference tools can help clients and language services providers alike understand which factors to consider in order to create a successful partnership.

E109: Organizing a Local ATA Event

April 15, 2025

Get involved locally for a wholesome and inexpensive way to connect with your community, expand your network, and form new partnerships.

E108: Rediscover ATA’s Member Benefits

March 25, 2025

Take a deep dive into ATA’s benefits that keep you abreast in the industry, progressing in your profession, and connected with your ATA community.

E107: 2024 Year in Review

December 31, 2024

Listen in as Matt Baird interviews ATA President Geoff Koby to look back on all that happened in 2024 and to set our eyes on exciting things planned for 2025.

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