Wesley O’Donnell is a freelance Japanese to English translator living in Japan. He’s worked on a variety of manga and light novels with penchant towards fantasy and comedy.
Wesley chats about the amazing characterization and comedy in the English localization of Nindento’s Paper Mario and the Origami King.
“The kingdom has been ravaged by an origami menace! Join Mario and his new partner, Olivia, as they battle evil Folded Soldiers, repair the damaged landscape, and try to free Princess Peach’s castle from the clutches of King Olly in this comedy-filled adventure.“
Translation Chat
A podcast where professional Japanese to English translators and editors chat about their favorite translations.
Hosted and edited by Jennifer O’Donnell
Music by Alex Valles
Logo by Katherine Soldevilla