In this episode of the Nearshore Cafe Podcast, hosted by Brian Samson, we sit down with Oleg Baranov, Founder & CEO of FlameTree AI, to break down how AI agents actually work in real-world business environments.

Oleg shares why AI should be treated like a junior team member—not a finished product—and how continuous training, iteration, and feedback are essential to unlocking real value.

They also explore how companies can combine AI with nearshore talent to build scalable, high-performing teams across Latin America.

In this episode, we cover:

• Why AI agents require continuous improvement—not one-time setup
 • The biggest misconception companies have about AI adoption
 • How AI compares to training and managing human employees
 • The role of iteration in building effective AI systems
 • How AI + nearshore talent creates a competitive advantage

If you're exploring AI, automation, or nearshore hiring strategies, this episode provides practical insights you can apply today.

🎧 Host | Brian Samson – Founder of 💻 Plugg Technologies
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🎙️ Sponsored by Plugg Technologies – Connecting U.S. companies with top-tier software developers across Latin America.
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