S1E4-James Fox:Translation

In Episode 04, the notable English actor James Fox reflects on the word: translation.

“We actors are in some ways translators.”, we hear James making a statement. But how did the word “translation” land with him and what role does it play in his life as an actor? We learn all about it as James discusses the word with Paul.

Following the interview, our Language detective Balnur investigates the Latin roots of the word “translation” as she embarks on a discovery etymological journey.

Translation and culture are intimately connected. Translation plays a variety of roles in the arts, music, theatre, films, and literature and Yuliya dives into this exciting world to find gems of “translation”, embedded in culture. From misinterpretation in politics and mistranslation in adverts and movies to interesting translation approaches in music, books and theatre.

Translation doesn’t just mean carrying across a meaning from one language to another, while crafting beautiful sentences and applying stylistic flair, it is also a concept of change. But can we change cultures that are not our own, or should they remain their own? We prompt you to contemplate over the question at the end of the show. 

This podcast is for all of you, translation professionals and language lovers, and not only. If you are curious to find out more about the use of the word “translation” and its concepts in our every day lives, then do have a listen.

Hosts: Paul Mangell, Yuliya Stancheva, Balnur Zhexeni

Producer- Yuliya Stancheva

Sound design: Alpha Studios

Sound engineers: Gerard Rodriguez and Mikosh Nanasi

Art design: David Stanley

Vocals: Stancho Stanchev

Guest: Jamex Fox

James Fox is an English actor. He appeared in several notable films of the 1960s and early 1970s, including King Rat, The Servant, Thoroughly Modern Millie and Performance, before quitting the screen for several years to be an evangelical Christian. He has since appeared in a wide range of film and television productions. He replaced actor John Woods in the Old Vic's early 2006 production of the Arthur Miller play "Resurrection Blues". He played King George V and his son Laurence Fox played King George VI in W.E. (2011).