

How PhoneLive Is Transforming Church Broadcasting Using Phone Lines
An Inspiring Father-Son Story and the Role of Multilingual Communication in Faith-Based Communities In the latest Localization Fireside Chat episode 91, I had the pleasure of speaking with David and Hugh Plappert, the father-son duo behind PhoneLive, a groundbreaking company delivering church broadcasts to congregations using phone lines—yes, phone lines! At a time when AI,… Continue Reading →
Dec 17, 20244 min read


Tariffs, Tech and Trade Wars: Is AI Canada’s Last Hope? A conversation with Atif Malik founder of Canadian AI Startup: Zarori
Transcript of Episode 90: Robin Ayoub:Good morning, everyone! This is Robin Ayoub with the Localization Fireside Chat. Today, we’re coming to you from the snowy Halifax region in Canada, where I’m traveling for business. Despite the winter storm, I couldn’t be more excited to record Episode 90 with a very special guest: Atif Malik, founder… Continue Reading →
Dec 10, 20244 min read


Tariffs, Tech and Trade Wars: Is AI Canada’s Last Hope? A conversation with Atif Malik founder of Canadian AI Startup: Zarori
Transcript of Episode 90: Robin Ayoub:Good morning, everyone! This is Robin Ayoub with the Localization Fireside Chat. Today, we’re coming to you from the snowy Halifax region in Canada, where I’m traveling for business. Despite the winter storm, I couldn’t be more excited to record Episode 90 with a very special guest: Atif Malik, founder… Continue Reading →
Dec 10, 20244 min read


From Saudi Coffee to Mexico’s Day of the Dead: Conferences and Cultures
Localization Fireside Chat – Episode 89 Introduction: Welcome to Episode 89 of the Localization Fireside Chat! In this episode, Robin Ayoub engages in a lively discussion with Charles Campbell, President of http://www.Tbo.group, and an influential figure in the globalization and localization industry. Their conversation spans a variety of topics, including Charles’ international travels, the Riyadh… Continue Reading →
Nov 26, 20244 min read


From Saudi Coffee to Mexico’s Day of the Dead: Conferences and Cultures
Localization Fireside Chat – Episode 89 Introduction: Welcome to Episode 89 of the Localization Fireside Chat! In this episode, Robin Ayoub engages in a lively discussion with Charles Campbell, President of http://www.Tbo.group, and an influential figure in the globalization and localization industry. Their conversation spans a variety of topics, including Charles’ international travels, the Riyadh… Continue Reading →
Nov 26, 20244 min read


Crushing Goals with the 100-Mile Mindset: Lessons from Jason Yarusi on the Localization Fireside Chat
In Episode 88 of the Localization Fireside Chat, I had the privilege of sitting down with Jason Yarusi, an ultra-runner, entrepreneur, and motivational speaker, to discuss overcoming challenges and achieving greatness in both personal and professional life. Jason’s incredible journey—from a life-changing accident to running ultra-marathons and building a thriving business—offers valuable lessons for anyone… Continue Reading →
Nov 20, 20243 min read
