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For this week\u2019s blog post, GLD Digital Events Coordinator Megan Falk<\/strong> interviews GLD member and former interaktiv<\/em> Editor-in-Chief Matt Baird about his tenure as ATA\u2019s podcast creator and host and about what volunteering for ATA means to him.<\/p>\n

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  1. What inspired you to launch ATA\u2019s podcast back in 2015? Did you ever imagine it would grow into what it is today?<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    It wasn\u2019t actually my idea. Corinne McKay, who was on the ATA Board at the time, approached me. She knew I was a podcast junkie and asked if I\u2019d be interested in helping launch one for ATA. The idea of hosting a podcast had never occurred to me\u2014it felt daunting but also like an opportunity. I was honored but also afraid. After some consideration, the idea grew on me\u2014not because I\u2019m a natural performer (I\u2019m not), but because sitting behind a mic felt a lot less intimidating than standing in front of a crowd. Turns out, I was wrong about that! There\u2019s also the fact that it\u2019s tough to turn Corinne down.<\/p>\n

    Honestly, I had no idea what I was getting into. Episode 1 was basically an experiment. It took months before I put E2 together. But once I found my rhythm, it started to click. Still, I don\u2019t think I imagined it becoming what it is today.<\/p>\n

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    1. Were there any episodes or interviews that stood out to you as particularly meaningful or memorable?<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

      The very first episode is definitely unforgettable\u2014for all the wrong reasons! No music. No intro. Terrible sound quality. You can practically hear me reading off a script. I recently listened back and had to laugh. Thankfully, I had two great guests; otherwise, it would have been a flop. I interviewed then-ATA President Caitilin Walsh and President-Elect David Rumsey about that year\u2019s conference. We released it on International Translation Day in 2015. It\u2019s all of 15 minutes long, and let\u2019s just say\u2026 humble beginnings.<\/p>\n

      Over the years, some of the more meaningful episodes for me have involved delving into specific aspects of ATA, such as certification and advocacy. My goal was to add value\u2014provide deeper insights into our association. Early on, I had fun producing episodes like \u201cInside the Boardroom\u201d and \u201cHow ATA Works,\u201d which took members behind the scenes. I always felt the biannual check-ins with ATA presidents ( \u201cHalftime Show\u201d in the summer and \u201cYear in Review\u201d in the winter) were important\u2014quick summaries reminding listeners of everything that ATA does, which is a lot. E42 on California Assembly Bill 5 and E43 on COVID-19 in 2020 also stand out. That was a trying time for many of us!<\/p>\n

      One of the most memorable moments, though, was a crossover episode with the\u00a0Troublesome Terps<\/em>\u00a0podcast (E44). For once, I barely had to do anything. I sat back and listened to the European Terps banter with two US-based ATA-member counterparts about the business of interpreting. We dubbed it an \u201cepic meet-up\u201d for good reason.<\/p>\n

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      1. What were some of the biggest challenges, and what kept you going?<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

        The biggest challenge was time. I had wildly underestimated how long it takes to create a podcast, especially when you\u2019re a bit of a perfectionist like me. From brainstorming topics to finding guests, prepping questions, recording, editing, and writing show notes\u2014it was a lot. And in the beginning, I did most of it myself.<\/p>\n

        On top of that, it was\u00a0out there.<\/em>\u00a0Public. Permanent. So I wanted every episode to sound polished. (Spoiler alert: they don\u2019t). I scripted everything\u2014right down to how I\u2019d transition between questions. And no matter how much I practiced and prepared, I was shaking in my boots every single time I hit record.<\/p>\n

        But it was worth it. The feedback from members kept me going\u2014people telling me how much they loved the podcast, how natural I sounded, how it made them feel more connected to ATA. (I\u2019ve been told many times that I have a great radio voice, but still don\u2019t believe it.) But I do believe in voice recognition: I\u2019ve been stopped in the hallway at the annual conference many times by someone saying, \u201cI know that voice!\u201d<\/p>\n

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        1. How did the podcast evolve over time? How did you decide on topics and guests?<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

          In the early days, I leaned heavily on Mary David, ATA\u2019s Assistant Director at the time. She always had her finger on the pulse\u2014board initiatives, committee updates, upcoming The ATA Chronicle<\/em> articles. She often suggested topics, and I\u2019d run with them from there.<\/p>\n

          As the podcast grew, it was clear I couldn\u2019t do everything myself. Editing, in particular, was eating up way too much time. So Mary suggested bringing in a professional production team. They created the intro and outro, handled post-production, and even provided a voice talent for announcements. That upgrade was a game-changer\u2014it let me focus on the conversations and the storytelling, which is the part I loved most.<\/p>\n

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          1. Can you give us a glimpse into your process? What went into creating each episode?<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

            It usually started with an idea\u2014either a topic Mary suggested, news I noticed in ATA\u2019s communications, or inspiration from the annual conference. Once we had a guest lined up, I\u2019d draft questions and send them over in advance so they could prepare. I often asked for bullet-point answers ahead of time so I could craft follow-ups and smooth transitions.<\/p>\n

            Recording was always the fun part, despite the nerves. Interviews often turned into conversations\u2014it helped that I knew many of my guests from past conferences. Then came editing, at least until we outsourced it. I used GarageBand, which is beginner-friendly, but it\u2019s tedious work\u2014cutting out awkward pauses, cleaning up restarts, and adding background music. I once spent 10 hours editing a single episode and thought,\u00a0This is not sustainable!<\/em><\/p>\n

            Once the audio was edited, I sent the MP3 file to the guest and Mary for review, made any necessary final tweaks, and then Mary uploaded it to Libsyn. This podcast hosting platform allows you to release each episode across all the podcast apps.<\/p>\n

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            1. You\u2019ve also volunteered extensively beyond the podcast\u2014from editor-in-chief of interaktiv<\/em> to ATA PR writer. What drives you to give so much of your time and energy to ATA and the GLD?<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

              It actually took me a decade to step up as a volunteer. For the first ten years, I was a passive member. But at some point, I realized ATA had given me so much\u2014it was time to give something back. Plus, I felt I finally had something to offer. So I approached the GLD leadership and offered to help out, not expecting to be offered the role as editor-in-chief of interaktiv.<\/em> I nearly balked at the idea, but ultimately it felt right. Editing, writing, working quietly behind the scenes\u2014it suited me perfectly. And it was fun. I enjoyed collaborating with other GLD members on each issue and seeing the fruits of our labor \u201cgo to print.\u201d<\/p>\n

              And I\u2019d be lying if I didn\u2019t say the positive feedback and recognition were real motivators, too. It was gratifying.<\/p>\n

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              1. How has volunteering enriched your personal and professional life? Have you seen the impact of your efforts on the ATA community?<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                Absolutely. On a personal level, it deepened my sense of community. I made real friendships\u2014some of my closest ATA connections have come through volunteer work.<\/p>\n

                Professionally, it was invaluable. Volunteering gave me a platform to hone my writing and editing skills, particularly when I was pivoting into copywriting. Writing editorials for\u00a0interaktiv<\/em>\u00a0or scripting podcasts was great practice\u2014and it helped me build confidence.<\/p>\n

                I\u2019d like to think that both interaktiv <\/em>and the ATA Podcast added value. I certainly heard good things from many members over the years. The podcast also provided ATA with another communication channel to reach more members and others interested in the T&I industry.<\/p>\n

                And there\u2019s no question it brought visibility to my business. My best copywriting client came from an ATA connection\u2014a member who knew me from my volunteer work, knew what I specialized in, and that I was a copywriter. You can\u2019t really put a value on that.<\/p>\n

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                1. What was it like handing the podcast over to your successor? Do you have any hopes or expectations for the future?<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                  Bittersweet, for sure. I didn\u2019t start out looking for a successor\u2014when I first approached Andie, I just hoped to bring on a co-host to help lighten the load. I was burned out, unmotivated, and putting out fewer episodes. Having Andie on board gave the show a boost and made it fun again.<\/p>\n

                  But after a year, it became clear I needed to step away fully. Luckily, Adam Sachs had already been hosting our\u00a0Inside Specialization<\/em>\u00a0podcast series and was a natural fit. Once he agreed to join, the handover was surprisingly smooth. I offered to stay on in an advisory role, but honestly, they didn\u2019t need me. Andie and Adam hit the ground running.<\/p>\n

                  It was a little hard to let go\u2014after all, it had been my baby for nearly a decade. But knowing the podcast is in good hands makes it easier. Andie & Adam have already put out some great podcasts this year\u2014and I expect this is only the beginning.<\/p>\n

                  One hope I have for the future is that the podcast will increasingly feature broader T&I topics and not focus solely on the association. We dipped our toes in the water a few times, such as E88 on scams and E49 on machine translation, but I would have liked to have done more. The Inside Specialization<\/em> series targets a broader audience and has been a great addition; however, there\u2019s so much more we could be discussing.<\/p>\n

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                  1. What advice would you give someone thinking about volunteering with ATA?<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                    Simple: do it. Don\u2019t overthink it. No matter where you are in your career, you have something to offer.<\/p>\n

                    And find something that plays to your strengths. I\u2019m an introvert at heart (I only play an extrovert at conferences). I\u2019m more comfortable behind the scenes\u2014my volunteer roles so far reflect that. So don\u2019t think you have to be a leader or the loudest voice in the room to make a meaningful contribution. There\u2019s a volunteer role for everyone.<\/p>\n

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                    1. What\u2019s next for you? Any new projects, passions, or goals?<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                      Honestly, my big project right now is\u00a0doing less.<\/em>\u00a0Handing off the podcast was part of a conscious effort to create more balance\u2014more time for my family, less time staring at screens. I\u2019m fortunate to have a solid base of direct clients who keep me very busy, but they can be demanding. I get burned out from time to time, so you might say I\u2019m renewing my passion for setting boundaries. I\u2019ve reinstated a four-day work week and reduced my office hours. Less time at my desk and more time on my bike has made a difference, but it\u2019s still a work in progress.<\/p>\n

                      I\u2019ve also started volunteering locally with\u00a0Radeln ohne Alter,<\/em>\u00a0which offers rickshaw rides to people with limited mobility. It allows me to combine my love of cycling with community service.<\/p>\n

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                      1. Anything else you\u2019d like to add?<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                        Just that I\u2019m incredibly grateful\u2014for the opportunities ATA has given me, for the connections I\u2019ve made, and for the chance to contribute in a way that felt meaningful. If there\u2019s one thing I\u2019ve learned, it\u2019s that you get back so much more than you give.<\/p>\n

                        I also want to wish Andie and Adam best of luck as they carry the torch forward.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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