Leo Tolstoy's Anna Karenina paints a vivid picture of 19th century Russian high society. Balls, lavish dinners, and endless gossip filled the days of the wealthy elite. Entertainment was a privilege reserved for a select few, while the vast majority, the peasants, toiled from dawn to dusk.

Fast forward to today, and technology has revolutionized access to entertainment.  The internet has brought amusement to the masses, with a seemingly endless supply of movies, music, games, and yes, even cat videos, at our fingertips.  This trend is only accelerating. Artificial intelligence (AI) and robotics promise to take over many of our current jobs, freeing up even more time for leisure activities.

Social media has already played a huge role in this shift. Platforms like YouTube and TikTok have empowered anyone to become a content creator, sharing their talents and passions with the world.  The ability to not only consume entertainment but …