Best MultiLingual Media Podcasts (2024)

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What Switzerland can learn from Silicon Valley: EP2 Swiss start-ups in California 15:46

2h ago15:46

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Send us a Text Message. More than 150 Swiss start-ups have received a boost from California entrepreneurship, and three of them are already worth $1 billion. This is a source of pride for Swissnex in San Francisco and its CEO, Emilia Pasquier. Hear what she has to say about Swiss innovation in this episode. You can find more written and video conte…

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Summer profiles: unlocking treatment for neglected diseases 28:37

1h ago28:37

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Send us a Text Message. On Inside Geneva, we bring you part three of our summer profile series. This week we talk to a doctor looking for treatments for some of the world’s most neglected diseases. “Neglect means that there are diseases that affect an important proportion of humanity but for which no new drugs have been developed because there is n…

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AI for Everyone: Staying Ahead of the Curve 28:57

23h ago28:57

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We chatted with Veronica Hylák, co-founder and co-CEO of Metalinguist, curator of the popular AI vlog, The AI Almanac. Veronica shares her secrets for staying informed in the fast-paced world of artificial intelligence, and her thoughts on the recent Apple Intelligence launch. You'll also learn about her favorite AI tools and how the future of the …

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Nicola Bardola zur Entwicklung der Sterbehilfe in Deutschland und der Schweiz (Nicola Bardola on the Development of Assisted Dying in Germany and Switzerland) 1:06:18

6h ago1:06:18

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Der in München lebende Schweizer Schriftsteller Nicola Bardola hatte mit seinem 2005 publizierten Roman Schlemm, in dem er das gemeinsame Sterben seiner Eltern verarbeitet, die bundesdeutsche Debatte um Sterbehilfe befeuert. Im März 2024 ist der Roman in erweiterter Form neu erschienen unter dem Titel Der größtmögliche Beweis für Liebe. Im Gespräch…

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What Switzerland can learn from Silicon Valley and Hippies: EP1 The potential of human beings 20:08

1h ago20:08

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Send us a Text Message. In his 50 years in the USA, St. Gallen psychologist and consultant Herman Gyr has never lost faith in human ingenuity, the ability to learn and adapt to even the most adverse circumstances. This is despite the fact that climate change is his biggest concern. In this exclusive interview with SWI swissinfo.ch, Gyr shared his i…

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The Future Of LLMs in Translation, with João Graça 39:09

5d ago39:09

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In this interview, João discusses his career path and the guiding principles behind Unbabel's innovative technology, including their recent launch of Tower LLM. We talked about the future of AI-powered language solutions, the unique collaboration between humans and AI at Unbabel, and the secret sauce that makes Tower LLM a multilingual translation …

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Summer profiles: challenges in humanitarian aid with MSF’s Secretary General 24:43

9d ago24:43

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Send us a Text Message. Here’s episode two of our summer profiles series on the Inside Geneva podcast. We talk to the head of one of the world’s leading humanitarian agencies. We start with his first assignment in Darfur, in western Sudan. “As I was one day building the shelter I realised for the first time in many years I hadn't thought of what’s …

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Allegorical Distance and Its Impact on World-Building 9:41

10d ago9:41

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By Kate Edwards “Allegorical distance” is the amount of effort required for a player to perceive the real-world inspiration behind an allegory in a game. Kate Edwards gives examples of short, medium, and large allegorical distances and urges game developers to intentionally determine the distance that best serves their narrative and players.…

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Translators Remain Unsung Heroes in the Global Success of Video Games 20:53

10d ago20:53

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By Diego Perez Video game translators were never meant to be ghostwriters. Diego Perez argues that the significant amount of uncredited work not only hinders translators’ bargaining power, but also undermines their moral rights as creators of derivative work. This article analyzes the current state of translator credits in gaming and suggests ways …

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Magic, Mayhem, and Mergers 14:23

13d ago14:23

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By Cameron Rasmusson Three decades ago, the work of translating popular Japanese video games for Western audiences often fell to just a few people using rudimentary technology. In this article, Rasmusson explores the ups and downs of game localization in the ‘90s and how this chaotic period influenced the industry moving forward.…

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The State of AI in Game Localization 1:49

22d ago1:49

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By Mimi Moore The integration of AI into video and computer game localization is transforming how developers approach their work and how players experience gaming. Mimi Moore explains AI’s impact on inclusivity, indie developers, real-time localization, and game quality across languages and cultures.…

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In Africa, Time Is Not Money 4:43

22d ago4:43

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Michelle Rabie considers the concept of “African time” and delves into the real reasons behind missed deadlines — from the challenges of working with low-resource languages to the lack of support from language service providers.By MultiLingual Media

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Kulitan and the Fight for Revival. 7:12

10d ago7:12

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Tim Brookes poses the question, “How can a script that serves a language spoken by millions be endangered?” At issue is the traditional Kulitan script, employed by the Kapampangan people of the Philippines. Brookes discusses its decline, efforts at revival, and what’s at stake.By MultiLingual Media

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Language Companies and the Generative AI Boom 33:41

10d ago33:41

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Compiled by Eddie Arrieta and Cathy Martin With GenAI in its nascent stage, language companies that use this emerging technology are in uncharted territory. In this article, ten of the most influential companies in the industry explain how they are leveraging GenAI to improve outcomes for their teams and customers.…

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Summer profiles: women defending other women around the world 20:14

19d ago20:14

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Send us a Text Message. On Inside Geneva, we’re bringing you a series of summer profiles, from doctors in war zones to researchers into the diseases that affect the world’s poorest. Today, we talk to international human rights lawyer Antonia Mulvey, who devotes herself to defending women. “With many of those that we work with, who have been subject…

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Deep Dives: How Can We Help Kids Navigate the Digital World? 55:07

1M ago55:07

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In today’s episode, Jill is joined by Dr. Jill Walsh. She is a sociologist and researcher at Boston University, and specializes in the impact of technology and social media on adolescent development. Dr. Walsh is also the founder of Digital Aged, through which she works with schools and families to give them the tools to help young people navigate …

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LocWorld51: Amy Grace O'Brien, Adobe and Roberto Silva, Amazon Web Services. 10:34

1M ago10:34

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Amy Grace O'Brien, Sr. Linguistic Quality Manager at Adobe, and Roberto Silva, Terminology Program Manager at Amazon Web Services talk about the crucial role of terminology in the language industry.By MultiLingual Media

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LocWorld51: Gabriel Fairman, Co-Founder and CEO, Bureau Works 18:12

1M ago18:12

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We talked about their approach to innovation at Bureau Works and participation in the product innovation challenge at LocWorld51.By MultiLingual Media

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LocWorld51: Dylan Hartman, Co-Founder, Acudocx 8:39

1M ago8:39

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A conversation about innovation in the language industry and how specialized translators will play a pivotal role in the future of the industry.By MultiLingual Media

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Is international law dead? 49:45

1M ago49:45

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Send us a Text Message. Geneva is the home of international law, the rules that are supposed to stop the worst violations in war. But does anyone respect it anymore? Please watch the video version of this episode on YouTube. Andrew Clapham, Professor of International Law at the Geneva Graduate Institute, says: “It’s quite blatant that when we like …

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LocWorld51: André Köhler, CEO of Lingo Systems 7:31

1M ago7:31

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André Köhler, CEO of Lingo Systems, talked about how software development has transformed the industry in the past few years and their approach to innovation and constant software development in the language industry.By MultiLingual Media

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LocWorld51: Luis Lopes, Principal Product manager at RWS 11:07

1M ago11:07

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With Luis Lopes, we got to discuss Trados, Trados Studio, and the history that's taken the company to where they are right now.By MultiLingual Media

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LocWorld51: Richard Sikes, Senior consultant at memoQ 18:16

1M ago18:16

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At LocWorld51 we got to talk to Richard Sikes, Senior consultant, we talked about business services, the business services team, and many other stories from memoQ.By MultiLingual Media

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LocWorld51: Acolad and DeepL Partner to Accelerate Language AI Solutions for Global Enterprises 6:54

2M ago6:54

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Gráinne Maycock, Chief Revenue Officer at Acolad, and Adam Blair, VP of Sales at DeepL talked about their most recent partnership.By MultiLingual Media

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At Studio Ochenta, we need you 2:07

1M ago2:07

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At Studio Ochenta, we’re exploring new ways to create audio series, and find new methods to fund our production work so we can continue making your favorite series in your preferred languages. So, if you appreciate what we do, here’s the small favor I need from you: just five minutes of your time to fill out a survey we just launched. With the surv…

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The Importance of Inclusive Language and Cultural Competency in Queer Healthcare 8:08

1M ago8:08

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By Adriel Maroni How can language professionals help improve healthcare for LGBTQ+ individuals? Adriel Maroni argues that using gender-neutral terminology, allowing for self-identification, and exercising open-mindedness goes a long way towards fostering inclusive and culturally competent care.By MultiLingual Media

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A Two-Sided Industry: Where Do We Go From Here? 10:39

2M ago10:39

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By Bridget Hylak Bridget Hylak reflects on the reasons for the deep divisions in the language industry — providing context, perspectives, and examples from both sides — and encourages linguists and technology experts to reconcile.By MultiLingual Media

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Hailah Alkhalaf: Preserving Culture Through Translation 15:24

2M ago15:24

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Interview by Cameron Rasmusson Through her work advancing the Saudi translation and publishing industries, Dr. Hailah Alkhalaf aims to share the country’s diverse cultural heritage with the world and help foster understanding between nations.By MultiLingual Media

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Neural Machine Translation Versus Large Language Models 28:20

1M ago28:20

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By Jourik Ciesielski Prior to the introduction of LLMs, NMT defined the computer-assisted translator’s toolset. And to some degree, it still does. But many in the industry have recently taken steps to promote LLMs to the new default. In this article, leaders from six of the world’s most influential language companies share their perspectives on the…

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The Real Memory Lane 5:19

1M ago5:19

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By Ewandro Magalhães In the annals of interpretation, few names shine as brightly as Andre Kaminker. Savant, trailblazer, and linchpin in the world of international communication, Kaminker’s life was a testament to the art and science of language — a craft he mastered with a blend of genius and unmatched techniques.…

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Reimagining the Content Lifecycle With Strategic Use of Generative AI 9:39

1M ago9:39

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By Kajetan Malinowski Content marketers are asking themselves: should they continue to create content in one language and then localize it for many markets, or should they leverage generative AI to produce customized content for each market in the local language? Kajetan Malinowski weighs in.By MultiLingual Media

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Deep Dives: What Should Be The Role of Standardized Testing? 41:02

2M ago41:02

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Standardized testing has long been a cornerstone in educational systems, serving as a tool for measuring student achievement and influencing decisions at every level of schooling. Supporters see standardized tests as essential for maintaining accountability and providing clear metrics for comparison across educational landscapes. However, many have…

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Laws that changed our world, and the people who fought for them 28:55

2M ago28:55

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Send us a Text Message. In this week’s episode of our Inside Geneva podcast, we revisit our coverage of laws that changed the world. Save the Date for a live recording We’d like to invite you to a live recording session of our Inside Geneva podcast about the role of the Geneva Conventions and international law. Mark your calendars - June 5, 2024, f…

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Deep Dives: How To Get Your Kids Into College 51:34

2M ago51:34

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Last week, Jill and Ross hosted a live podcast recording at the University Club in Boston, MA, with College Uncovered co-hosts Jon Marcus and Kirk Carapezza. Jon is a higher education editor for The Hechinger Report, and Kirk is the managing editor and correspondent for higher education at GBH News. Their podcast, College Uncovered, helps families …

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Road to CEO, with Peter Reynolds 46:46

2M ago46:46

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In this conversation with the Co-CEO of memoQ we go into the experience and learnings that took him to be in the frontline of the MT conversation in 2024By MultiLingual Media

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Is the world brave enough to agree on a pandemic treaty? 34:08

2M ago34:08

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Send us a Text Message. Four years ago, our lives were upended by the Covid-19 pandemic. Countries locked down, millions became ill, millions died. And when the vaccine finally arrived, it was not fairly distributed. Rich countries bought too many, poor countries waited, with nothing. “What we saw during the Covid-19 pandemic was collapse. Basicall…

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The present and future of ADR 28:39

3M ago28:39

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In this episode of the Broadcast Tech Talks Podcast, senior reporter Max Miller speaks to Forever Audio’s senior sound engineer Alistair Bolt and ADR manager Gabriel Dutru about the present and future of ADR. Delving into the best techniques for the area, the pair speak about how to work with actors, directors, and producers, as well as how to prep…

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Revolutionising Post-Production 38:41

3M ago38:41

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The Revolutionising Post-Production podcast sees industry experts delve into the cutting-edge technologies shaping the landscape of post-production in 2024 and beyond. From GenAI/AI-driven tools to immersive virtual reality experiences, the panel explore how these innovations are transforming content creation, enhancing efficiency, and pushing the …

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Throughlines of Genius Al-Kindi and the origins of machine translation 11:07

3M ago11:07

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By Cameron Rasmusson By analyzing the frequency of letters in an Arabic text, ninth-century scholar Abu Yusuf al-Kindi established a framework for identifying patterns that laid the groundwork for both cryptography and machine translation.By MultiLingual Media

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Seventy Years of Machine Translation The legacy of the Georgetown–IBM experiment 7:42

3M ago7:42

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By Rodrigo Corradi. This year marks 70 years since the first public demonstration of MT, which arguably sparked the language AI revolution that we see today. On January 7, 1954, a team from Georgetown University and IBM automatically translated 60 Russian sentences into English.By MultiLingual Media

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Regaining Common Ground in the Language Service Industry 17:39

3M ago17:39

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Ana Sofia Correia discusses the challenges and expectations of both sides of the language services coin — agencies and freelancers — suggesting ways to ease tension and calling for increased understanding of the roles each party plays in the industry.By MultiLingual Media

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The Essential Role of Specialized Translators at the AI and Life Sciences Nexus. 8:31

3M ago8:31

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Luciana Ramos argues that the symbiotic relationship between AI-driven solutions and human expertise is crucial in navigating the complexities of medical and scientific content and in improving the output of localization in these fields.By MultiLingual Media

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Putting Globalization Strategy Into Practice. An interview with leaders at Emerson. 19:06

3M ago19:06

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By Karen Combe and Mimi Hills. After reading the Globalization Strategy Playbook, Inés Rubio San Martín and Satoko Yuda were inspired to utilize data analytics to refine their company’s globalization strategy. Now a year into the project, they share their progress and the successes and challenges they’ve faced along the way.…

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Deep Dives: Solving for Retention: Is It Time to Modernize the Teaching Profession? 39:00

3M ago39:00

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There are over 50,000 teacher vacancies in classrooms across the country, with certain parts of the country seeing large numbers. As the number of individuals enrolled in teacher prep programs has dropped off and more and more teachers are leaving the profession, schools are struggling to keep teachers in the classroom. In today’s episode, Jill and…

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Latinx Voices, Stories, & Pedagogies in Education 52:13

2M ago52:13

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Season 1, Episode 8: Latinx Voices, Stories, & Pedagogies in Education Featuring Dr. Irene Oujo, Executive Director of the Hispanic Center, Becton College, FDU Hosted by Dr. Brian Mooney, Assistant Professor of Education, FDU. Executive Produced by Allen Debren, Director of Instructional Technology Development. Listen to the Podcast: Apple Podcasts…

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Culturally Responsive School Leadership 56:35

2M ago56:35

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Season 1, Episode 7: Culturally Responsive School Leadership Featuring Mrs. Nicole Adams, Assistant Principal, Hackensack High School Featuring Mrs. Patricia Lozano, Assistant Principal, Hackensack High School Featuring Dr. Josh Bornstein, Associate Professor Education, FDU Hosted by Dr. Brian Mooney, Assistant Professor of Education, FDU Executive…

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ESL Teachers are Heroes! Linguistic Justice for Multilingual Learners 1:04:08

3M ago1:04:08

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Season 1, Episode 6: ESL Teachers are Heroes! Linguistic Justice for Multilingual Learners Featuring Dr. Sora Suh, Associate Professor of Education, FDU Featuring Mr. Derek Sica, Supervisor of ESL, Jefferson Township Public Schools Hosted by Dr. Brian Mooney, Assistant Professor of Education, FDU. Executive Produced by Allen Debren, Director of Ins…

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New wars, new weapons and the Geneva Conventions 24:54

3M ago24:54

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Send us a Text Message. In the wars in Ukraine and in the Middle East, new, autonomous weapons are being used. Our Inside Geneva podcast asks whether we’re losing the race to control them – and the artificial intelligence systems that run them. “Autonomous weapons systems raise significant moral, ethical, and legal problems challenging human contro…

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Philosophical Reasoning in an Imperfect World – Daniel Weinstock on the Ethics and Politics of MAID in Canada 36:14

3M ago36:14

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Medical assistance in dying (MAID) has been legal in Canada since 2016, and is a widely accepted end-of-life procedure throughout the country. Philosopher Daniel Weinstock has been an observer of, and sometimes participant in, the consolidation and evolution of the legal framework governing MAID. In this conversation with Assisted Lab’s Vanessa Ram…

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The Boldly Inclusive Leader 4:34

3M ago4:34

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Inclusive leadership takes hard work. There are no simple formulas in The Boldly Inclusive Leader: Transform Your Workplace (and the World) by Valuing the Differences Within by Minette Norman.By MultiLingual Media

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