In this episode of the Fun and Interpretation podcast, hosts Alain R. Breton and Brian Bickford engage with Katharine Allen, a seasoned interpreter and expert in the field of language services. The conversation delves into the implications of AI in interpreting, particularly in regulated environments like healthcare and legal settings. Katharine discusses the challenges and limitations of AI tools, emphasizing the importance of human interpreters in nuanced communication. The discussion also touches on the future of interpreting, the potential for hybrid services, and the pressing concerns regarding the training and availability of interpreters in a rapidly changing landscape. In this conversation, Katharine Allen discusses the integration of AI in interpreting and public services, emphasizing the importance of maintaining human standards while adopting new technologies. She highlights the role of government and insurance companies in AI adoption, the challenges of navigating the hype cycle, and the evolution of remote interpreting. Katharine also shares insights about Boostlingo's technology and the Safe AI initiative, advocating for ethical AI use in interpreting. The discussion concludes with reflections on the future of AI in interpreting and the necessity of balancing technology with human interaction.Chapters00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Guest01:53 Exploring Safe AI in Interpreting06:01 The Role of AI in Healthcare and Legal Settings10:06 Challenges of AI in Interpreting13:59 The Future of Interpreting with AI17:57 Hybrid Services and the Evolution of Interpreting22:05 Concerns for the Future of the Interpreting Profession28:32 Integrating AI in Legal and Public Services30:07 The Role of Government and Insurance in AI Adoption31:28 Navigating the Hype Cycle of AI Technology32:50 Remote Interpreting and the Shift in Technology34:27 Boostlingo: A Leader in Interpreting Technology35:56 Safe AI: Ensuring Ethical AI Use in Interpreting40:06 The Future of AI in Interpreting and Education43:59 Challenges and Opportunities in AI Adoption50:53 Team Human: Balancing AI and Human Interaction
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