Videos


Jackie Kennedy speaking to voters in Spanish during the 1960 election. 
   
   
Description of the role and duties of an interpreter.


Interpreter Siegfried Ramler recalls The Nuremburg Trials. 
  

Real Deposition. Interpreter is unknown. 

 
This video shows the interpreter (woman in the pink jacket) speaking softly into a microphone interpreting simultaneously for the defendant who is hearing only her words through headphones. The attorney speaks slowly and pauses often to allow the interpreter to render accurately and completely. The attorney mentions details of the horrific event, clearly exemplifying  the degree of preparation of professional interpreters and the strength needed to remain composed and serene. 



   


True story:  Judge finds attorney in contempt; this public defender failed to request an interpreter for the trial of his non-English-speaking client. 


British comedy. Warning! Some may find this offensive.


Having a rough day? Here are some bloopers from real-life newscasts. 


Fictional character Frasier Crane acts as an interpreter for his brother Niles. Niles has just discovered that his wife is having an affair with her fencing instructor.


I love Lucy. Here she needs the help of a full team of interpreters. 




 Berlitz Commercial: Improve your English!

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