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Jaron Lanier

What does it mean to not be alone? I've approached that question through music, technology, writing and other means.

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Jaron Lanier is exploring the idea of human connection and presence by using different tools like music, technology, and writing to understand what it truly means to share experiences with others. He suggests that these creative and technical methods help him investigate how people relate to each other and feel less isolated.

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