Specialisation and trade have been crucial to humans’ survival since their ape origins. More recently, as we become disconnected from the dangers of life, we benefit more saliently from its mitigation of boredom and ignorance. As others gain expertise in narrower fields, there are worlds of knowledge they unlock that would otherwise be inaccessible to us. We also have game designers, television show producers, and other creators to thank for the overwhelming quantity of entertainment at our fingertips.