In this talk, Italian philosopher Federico Campagna will explore the question of proximity and distance, as mediated by contemporary technologies, through a metaphysical and fiercely non-contemporary angle. Drawing from the work of ancient and medieval thinkers, as well as from non-Western philosophies, he will discuss to what extent it has ever been possible to talk about an authentic “proximity” with other people, and at the same time, paradoxically, whether it is at all possible to imagine any real “distance” between the different beings that populate the world. He will be joined on stage by anthropologist and media theorist Shaka McGlotten, who will lead a conversation with both Federico and the audience.