Episodes

  • Sailing the World with No Tech w/ Isabelle Andrieu

    Sailing the World with No Tech w/ Isabelle Andrieu
    Jun 17 2025
    What happens when a tech-savvy CEO joins a global regatta with zero technology? Isabelle Andrieu, co-founder of Translated, talked in Merging Minds with Javi Diaz to share the mind-blowing story of how she and her husband circumnavigated the globe without GPS, Wi-Fi, or modern gear. The goal? To reconnect with what makes us human. From recruiting linguists as sailors to launching multimodal AI projects for the European Commission, Isabelle blends leadership, adventure, and innovation like no one else. She also reveals how she builds powerful company cultures one birthday at a time and why trust and vulnerability are her leadership cornerstones.If you're into entrepreneurship, tech with soul, or just love a good story, this episode is for you.Podcast powered by Bureau Works, a cloud localization platform that makes complex translation tasks simple and predictable. www.bureauworks.com Follow us on YouTube and X @bureau_works for more and don't miss the latest live sessions and offers on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/bureau-works/
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    37 mins
  • From Family Roots to Global Growth w/ Jordan Evans

    From Family Roots to Global Growth w/ Jordan Evans
    Jun 10 2025
    In this episode of Merging Minds, Javi Diaz talks to Jordan Evans, CEO of Language Network and Managing Director of HireGlobo, to explore how a family translation business became a global powerhouse through vision, heart, and strategic acquisitions. Jordan shares his journey from software startups to language services, revealing how being fired and helping his mom retire sparked his unexpected path in localization. Jordan also opens up about balancing empathy with performance, the power of cultural values in business, and what it means to lead with humility and purpose in the AI era.Podcast powered by Bureau Works, a cloud localization platform that makes complex translation tasks simple and predictable. www.bureauworks.com Follow us on YouTube and X @bureau_works for more and don't miss the latest live sessions and offers on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/bureau-works/
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    28 mins
  • Building Products and Trust in AI with Veronica Hylak

    Building Products and Trust in AI with Veronica Hylak
    May 27 2025
    In this episode, Javi chats with Veronica Hylak. AI expert, founder, and product strategist. Veronica shares her inspiring journey from working with AI for the U.S. government to building successful products in the localization industry. They discuss the challenges of being a founder without VC backing, the importance of transparent AI, and how to balance innovation with keeping things human. Veronica also shares her thoughts on leadership, growth, and what it means to take small steps toward big goals. If you're curious about AI, startups, or how to lead with purpose in today’s fast-changing world, this episode is for you.Podcast powered by Bureau Works, a cloud localization platform that makes complex translation tasks simple and predictable. www.bureauworks.com Follow us on YouTube and X @bureau_works for more and don't miss the latest live sessions and offers on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/bureau-works/
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    35 mins
  • Built Boostlingo on Pure Grit w/ Dieter Runge

    Built Boostlingo on Pure Grit w/ Dieter Runge
    May 20 2025
    In this powerful episode of Merging Minds, Javi Diaz sits down with Dieter Runge, co-founder of Boostlingo, to explore the human story behind one of localization tech’s standout platforms. Dieter shares how his journey from filmmaking in San Francisco to managing global e-learning programs led him to launch Boostlingo, a mobile-first language access platform designed to democratize interpreting services. From startup fears to payroll panic, this is a candid look at what it really takes to build something meaningful in the language industry.Podcast powered by Bureau Works, a cloud localization platform that makes complex translation tasks simple and predictable. www.bureauworks.com Follow us on YouTube and X @bureau_works for more and don't miss the latest live sessions and offers on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/bureau-works/
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    37 mins
  • Selling Is Still the King of All Skills w/ Renato Beninatto

    Selling Is Still the King of All Skills w/ Renato Beninatto
    May 13 2025
    In this new episode of Merging Minds, Javi Diaz sits down with industry icon Renato Beninatto for a raw and insightful conversation about the past, present, and future of localization. With humor and honesty, Renato shares his journey from a young translator with a typewriter to a global thought leader who’s seen and predicted every major industry shift.Podcast powered by Bureau Works, a cloud localization platform that makes complex translation tasks simple and predictable. www.bureauworks.com Follow us on YouTube and X @bureau_works for more and don't miss the latest live sessions and offers on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/bureau-works/
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    43 mins
  • Leading with Empathy w/ Luis Miguel Musi

    Leading with Empathy w/ Luis Miguel Musi
    May 6 2025
    Luis Miguel Musi, founder of AvantPage, joins Javi on Merging Minds to explore the power of empathy, leadership, and purpose. With over 30 years in the localization industry, Luis shares the story behind building one of the most respected LSPs, where people stay for 10+ years and grow into leadership. They discuss how emotional intelligence and therapy helped Luis become a better boss and father. He opens up about the challenges of anxiety, fatherhood, and starting a business from scratch, while staying true to his mission: helping immigrants achieve the American dream through language. This is a story of passion, mistakes, growth, and humanity in business. Whether you're a founder, manager, or translator, this one will resonate deeply.Podcast powered by Bureau Works, a cloud localization platform that makes complex translation tasks simple and predictable. www.bureauworks.com Follow us on YouTube and X @bureau_works for more and don't miss the latest live sessions and offers on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/bureau-works/
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    42 mins
  • What I’d Do Differently After 35 Years in Localization w/ Josep "Pep" Bonet

    What I’d Do Differently After 35 Years in Localization w/ Josep "Pep" Bonet
    Apr 21 2025
    In this episode of Merging Minds, Javi Diaz sits down with Josep "Pep" Bonet, a veteran of the localization industry who recently retired after 35 years of service at organizations like the European Commission and the WTO. Together, they reflect on a career that began with handwritten translations and evolved alongside AI and digital transformation. Pep shares heartfelt insights on: - The role of mentorship—both good and bad—in shaping leadership; - How to stay human in an increasingly tech-driven industry; - Why continuous learning and humility matter more than ever. Whether you're just starting out in localization or leading large-scale teams, this episode offers timeless lessons with warmth, humor, and wisdom.Podcast powered by Bureau Works, a cloud localization platform that makes complex translation tasks simple and predictable. www.bureauworks.com Follow us on YouTube and X @bureau_works for more and don't miss the latest live sessions and offers on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/bureau-works/
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    35 mins
  • How LATAM Leaders Are Reshaping Localization w/ Saúl Villegas

    How LATAM Leaders Are Reshaping Localization w/ Saúl Villegas
    Apr 15 2025
    In this powerful episode of Merging Minds, Javi Diaz sits down with Saúl Villegas, CEO of Directum and co-founder of Juntos, the leading association for Latin American localization professionals. Saúl shares his inspiring journey from lawyer to language entrepreneur and reveals how LATAM is claiming its seat at the global table—not just as a production hub, but as a source of leadership and innovation. Together, they unpack the importance of: - Human-centered leadership and workplace values; - Building trust and relationships in LATAM business culture; - Elevating regional voices through collaboration and commuity; Whether you're expanding into LATAM or looking to lead with empathy, this episode is packed with insights on resilience, purpose, and growth in the age of AI.Podcast powered by Bureau Works, a cloud localization platform that makes complex translation tasks simple and predictable. www.bureauworks.com Follow us on YouTube and X @bureau_works for more and don't miss the latest live sessions and offers on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/bureau-works/
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    34 mins