jazlynaguirre
Feb 8

Learning how to be a better interpreter

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I really enjoyed listening to this podcast because it taught me as an interpreting and translating student what I should focus on. You mentioned how cultural perspectives have a huge impact on health, relationships and dynamics. These cultural differences are what differentiate everyone since we all have different background and knowing this will help me know more about ethical dilemmas, which will give me more options and help me, figure out different ways of addressing a situation.

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