Ep. 42 - Carmen Figueroa Sotelo, Adventures of a Nomad Interpreter
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Ep. 42 - Carmen Figueroa Sotelo, Adventures of a Nomad Interpreter
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In this episode of the Found in Interpretation podcast, hosts Alain Breton and Brian Bickford welcome Carmen Figueroa, an experienced interpreter, to discuss her journey into the world of interpretation, the challenges faced during the COVID-19 pandemic, and her unique approach to remote work through van life. Carmen shares her insights on the emotional aspects of interpretation, the importance of reading and language skills, and the value of interpretation in a multilingual society. The conversation also touches on the creative solutions interpreters have found to adapt to new working conditions and the future of interpretation in a post-pandemic world.
00:57 Carmen's Journey to Interpretation
03:58 Interpreting During COVID-19
09:08 The Challenges of Interpretation
13:52 The Importance of Reading and Language Skills
18:13 Perceptions of Interpretation and Multilingualism
22:50 Personal Experiences and Family Perspectives
27:30 The Journey to Becoming a Nomadic Interpreter
29:42 Adapting to Change: The Impact of COVID-19
33:09 Life on the Road: The Van Experience
37:18 Tech Setup for Remote Interpretation
41:27 Finding Freedom in Hybrid Work
46:01 Inspiration and the Future of Interpretation