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“…wish there was more.”
Kozmo 702 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/01/24
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“I am so sad that this podcast was canceled. It is wonderful! The stories, the perspectives, the variety of people, places, and ideas are all so unique and fascinating. I highly recommend it.”
AKLRG via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/12/24
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“Please listen to the beautiful story. This should be made into a movie!”
LifeWithRudy via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/07/23
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“So many interesting stories in here! I actually don’t really like the Love Commandos reporting, so I would recommend people skip it and start with one-offs.”
DostDevil via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/05/23
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“I have enjoyed every one of your episodes. Wish you the best!”
eb ramírez via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/31/23
“I looooooove this podcast so much! I found it recently and have been listening to all old episodes. We need podcast like this more than ever NOW”
Mashimaboo via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/28/23
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“I love rough translation and always share it with friends. Its Our go-to podcast to listen to on on road trips. Many episodes have been listened to multiple times. I love getting to here stories from around the world from the people themselves. Can be even more meaningful than travel itself,...”Read full review »
KTravelBug via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/16/23
“The episode about French workers at McDonalds was just pure unabashed corporate propaganda. Horrible.
If it was paid for by McDonalds, I would think it was heavy handed greenwashing. But it seems the team honestly thought this was unbiased journalism.
What was a story of worker solidarity and...”Read full review »
Clumsy and ugly via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
09/04/23
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“Such great work and execution by the host and all the participants!! I grew up as an NGO in UA and haven’t been “home” in almost 18 years and haven’t traveled a lot either and this podcast helps me feel connected to the rest of the beautiful world we inhabit”
Chrsiti M via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/28/23
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“The series in Love Commandos was brilliant. I enjoy rough translation, but this was another level. Excellent 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻”
anglei via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/26/23
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“I hate that it took me this long to find and get into rough translation only to find out that it’s ending. Such insightful and thoughtful reporting that respectfully highlights other cultures without hyperbole and make it relateable to American culture.”
Sexy no jitsu via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/10/23
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“This show just keeps on doing what it does: amazing topics with amazing production.”
JJ_Lemieux via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/09/23
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“This was the only show I would listen to every episode of. As we’re living a strange time of heightened conflicts, this show reminds us that we’re all human and we have more in common than we have differences”
annienxli via Apple Podcasts ·
Germany ·
07/31/23
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“This show never ceases to be compelling.”
B C V via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/26/23
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“It’s rare to have some truly non-American centric journalism spoken from the local POV instead of interpreted from any typical US mindset. Honestly told with sparks of humanity.”
Crystalash via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/26/23
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“I have listened to Rough Translation from the beginning. I am always sharing an episode or an element of a story from an episode with someone. I have lived overseas for more than half of my life, Gregory and his teams stories are my stories too. I am heartbroken that NPR has canceled this podcast.”
romagirl via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/25/23
“Please continue the show. I can’t express enough happiness a few years ago when I discovered this gem of a storytelling/analysis podcast in the middle of the pandemic. I love traveling more than anything and to have a podcast that can connect me with that joy when traveling wasn’t possible was...”Read full review »
Pim Kang via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/25/23
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“As an immigrant living in the US for the last 10 years, this show was a constant reminder that we share a lot more than comes to the eyes!!! Sad you are leaving npr but super excited for the next adventure!!!”
Igobruce via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/25/23
“I was hooked after the Brazil epi. You guys did amazing work and will be greatly missed!”
llored via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
07/24/23
“Love this show and hope it finds a new home!”
Darlingpants via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/24/23
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“I’ve listened to this show for years, such incredible storytelling, always interesting. Will be listening for a long time!”
SpaceDog#22 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/24/23
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“Rough Translation brings together my favorite topics: the fascinating and mundane things people do, and the fascinating and mundane reasons why. I love learning about the world, and Rough Translation brings the world to my ears with no judgment and such love.”
MelinPA via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/24/23
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“Definitely one of my favorite pods of all time, and extremely sad to see it cut by NPR. Looking forward to its next chapter and continuing with Gregory's Substack - Rough Transition. Thank you to the entire staff, y'all are producing amazing work!”Read full review »
Iceman21789 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/24/23
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“One of my all time favorite podcasts - You know the episodes are good because you end up talking about them during the week with friends, family, and coworkers. Lately I’ve been talking about the Bad English episode - now I see sports idioms everywhere I look!”
Morgan g via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/24/23
“You have an excellent show because of your open, astute and a truly global outlook. Kudos. But it is a radio show, not a community. As you know because you are well travelled, community takes time, presence and commitment. And most of all, human building relationships based on mutual help over...”Read full review »
maestra de Montreal via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
07/20/23
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“I’ve listened to RT since the beginning and started to listen with my daughter (now 12) a few years ago. We love every episode and it offers stories from perspectives you don’t get elsewhere. Please continue the show even if not on NPR.”
TrepanThis via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/10/23
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“I am so sad to see this RT go. The episodes connected me to other parts of the world with stories you won’t hear anywhere else. I’ll patiently waiting for another season even if it’s not with NPR.”
Viry Gonzalez via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/30/23
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“I learn so much from RT that I wish it could be a weekly podcast. The topics are incredible, the stories so human, normal, and unique.”
tripodandy via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/27/23
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“NPR I love this podcast so much. Please reconsider the cancellation, it is one of the best podcast out there and deserves to be continued!”
Lyrea74 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/15/23
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“Please keep Rough Translation going. It is one of my favorites!!!”
BIGlittle box in the making via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/10/23
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“I work with business leaders taking new international assignments. I coach them on how culture, and how they engage with culture, will impact their success
This podcast threads this interctural line so well. It's reported with respect and intent to understand how culture impacts the story...”Read full review »
buddhafrog via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/07/23
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“Update: so sorry to hear that this is being cancelled. Thanks for so many great stories Gregory and team!
Thorough, thoughtful, unique. I appreciate the questions asked and stories sought. Love this podcast!”
cvgee via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/28/23
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“I loved this podcast. It was like travelling around the world just by listening. I’m really sad it’s over. Thank you for making this show. Anna in Somalia is something that has never left my brain. And the cat in Ukraine.”
veenusenvie via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
04/22/23
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“This is a really solid podcast. Gregory has a very endearing narrating style. Topics are original and interesting. Why is NPR cancelling this?”
berliner1000 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/18/23
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“Tried to find an email address to write to the head of NPR to say no no no. Rough Translation is special. I will miss you.”
carlainsf via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/15/23
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“Love this podcast. Period.”
Doylekati via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/13/23
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“My absolute favorite podcast and I listen to many. Honestly, not a single dud out of any of the episodes, they’re all bangers.”
BBSabby via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/31/23
“I just read that NPR is going to cut this podcast?! DON’T!!! It’s a unique perspective on life in other places, from the point of view of the people there but with the context necessary for outsiders to see the big picture. Why cut something so unique and necessary in our global times? if you...”Read full review »
kazeltallahs via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/30/23
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“Listening to Rough Translation makes me feel alive in a way no other podcast does. The stories it tells never grow old, never feel outdated - that’s how good they are.”
pacattori via Apple Podcasts ·
Mexico ·
03/29/23
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“Rough Translation is an audio passport that makes the world feel both enormous and tiny. Gregory is gentle with big stories, he brings his heart to his journalism. He nails it every time, and this show is a perfect example of the magic a podcast can bring. Will never forget Hotel Corona. I felt...”Read full review »
mspassell via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/27/23
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“I loved this podcast in the beginning, and felt that the subjects were more varied. Last year and more recently, it seemed to be mostly about the Ukraine/Russia which I’m not interested in. I know that is an area of the world that has a lot of action currently ,however the world is a very large...”Read full review »
PA-viewer via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/02/23
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“Missed the mark for me. “What about the abortions?” comment was odd. She seemed disappointed the pills had been used to save lives of women suffering miscarriages or needing labor induction.”
Chrissie Velasquez via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/03/23
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“I typically like the show, good quality stories in a well packaged audio format but what was that abortion pill episode?? 40 minutes of suspense for what? A donation that went fine. I get that you wanted to add suspense but I waited for the other shoe to drop the entire time and it was just...”Read full review »
Austinnorton via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/21/23
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“I love the tone, the voices, the music, the editing is amazing to me. I’m grateful for the people who share their experiences with us also !!”
SweepingBeautyHawaii via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/19/23
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“I have been listening to this podcast for sometime now, though the “Stuck@Work” episode really moved me. This subject has been something I’ve been reflecting for quite a bit and the story of the Portuguese journalist and her father just stroke a number of chords. Please continue with that series...”Read full review »
Cobaltblueprusm via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/21/22
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“The Cat Must Still Be Fed.
What a strange and beautiful episode this was. I loved it; thank you.”
ebraun via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
08/04/22
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“Really a wonderful podcast that brings incredible perspectives from around the world”
Zephyrus13 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/07/22
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“Thank you for this series about work. I really enjoyed the episode about Portugal’s law to disconnect, and the moving story from your local reporter. Goes to show how (recent and not so recent) history (fascism, colonialism) and patriarchy affect many aspects of our lives. We must continue to...”Read full review »
EmLovesPodcasts via Apple Podcasts ·
Netherlands ·
06/18/22
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“I would listen to this podcast everyday if there were enough episodes.”
Radha bay via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/16/22
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