TAPIT TALKS

This podcast explores the critical role of language access in healthcare, legal systems, education, and public services. Each episode features stories from interpreters, translators, advocates, and community members who strive to ensure that everyone—regardless of language—can understand and be understood.

Meet Tennessee’s newest Certified Court Interpreters

April 20, 2026

Meet Tennessee’s newest Certified Court Interpreters By Barbara Derthick TAPIT is happy to announce that 4 TAPIT members have recently passed the Court Certification exam. Three agreed to an interview and so we invite you to learn about these new members and their interests, which vary from preaching to horseback riding, to all things Spanish.…

DEEP DIVE: CODES COMPARED

November 10, 2025

Episode 1. Deep Dive: Codes Compared. A tribute to Dr. Ardis Nelson.  All interpreters are bound to follow a Code of Ethics. Would you be surprised to learn that Legal and Medical Interpreters ethical codes are radically different? Explore their differences, challenges, and dilemmas to better understand the role of these language access professionals. Based on…