Parking Lot Debrief

• More Than a Job: How Interpreting Changed Us

  In this episode, I sit down with my best friend and interpreting colleague, Caroline, to unpack all the ways our work has impacted our personal lives. We talk about adaptability, navigating high-stakes moments, and what it's like to hold space for others while figuring out our own boundaries. From deep emotional exposure to random trivia knowledge, we reflect on the unexpected lessons, lasting impressions, and how this job has truly shaped the way we move through the world.Deaf Spotlight: - Dozanu innovations: https://dozanu.com/- Made of Milagros : https://www.instagram.com/madeofmilagros/ 👉  CEU's available here: www.parkinglotdebrief.com

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• Almost there: Life in the ITP

  This week, I’m joined by Tamra and Ana to dive into the real experience of being a sign language interpreting student on the brink of graduation. We talk about the good, the bad, and the straight-up overwhelming parts of navigating an ITP.From juggling life, school, and family to facing imposter syndrome and the emotional load of becoming an interpreter. Deaf Spotlight: - Sign Your Truth - ASL LiveStream: https://signyourtruth.live/ - Dre Hollingsworth: https://www.instagram.com/burgundre/ 👉 CEU's available here: www.parkinglotdebrief.com

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• A Short Note to Interpreting Students

  🧠💬 New Mini-Episode: Trust the StumblingInterpreter training is hard—messy, emotional, and sometimes lonely.This short episode is a letter from Andrea to students in the thick of it: the tears, the tests, the doubts.Here’s the truth: ✋ No one learns it for you. 🎢 Discomfort = growth. ⏳ You haven’t failed—you just haven’t passed yet.You’re not behind. You’re becoming. 🖤*No CEU's offered for this short episode.

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• Coordination With Intention: Conference Interpreter Teams That Work

  In this episode, guest Kyle Duarte joins us to unpack the realities of coordinating interpreters at conferences — sometimes viewed as the pinnacle of the profession. We explore what makes a truly coordinated experience (hint: it’s not just filling time slots), how to prep effectively, navigate team dynamics, and support Deaf professionals presenting their work. From thoughtful scheduling to trust-based teams, Kyle shares what it takes to do this work well and more importantly – why it matters.Deaf Spotlight: Signs and Smiles: https://www.signsandsmiles.org/👉  CEU's available here: www.parkinglotdebrief.com

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• Fresh Findings: New Research in Interpreting

  In this episode, we talk with WOU MA in Interpreting Studies program graduates Catherine Maier and Lydia Rogers about their recent research projects.Catherine explores how interpreters’ behaviors shift when no one is watching—highlighting the impact of presence, motivation, and authenticity in assessments, even if it’s just a video of a Deaf consumer. She asks: How can we better reflect real-world interpreting in testing and training?Lydia examines how prepared 911 dispatchers are to handle VRS calls. Her findings point to a lack of training and awareness, and she shares practical tools she's developing to improve access and response during emergencies.Tune in for an insightful look at two timely and important studies shaping the future of interpreting.Lydia’s Info: Link to Research: CLICK [email protected]@mail.wou.eduCatherine’s Info: Link to Research: CLICK [email protected]👉  CEU's available here: www.parkinglotdebrief.com

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