We need gateopeners just as much as we need gateclosers , because culture ought to exist as an artery of abundant rivers, not just as a system of tightly controlled dams.

The enthusiast - like the snob - deals in knowledge. But instead of hoarding and protecting, they are driven by an urge to shepherd people beyond the sea of mediocre slop to discover awe-inspiring music, literature, art and food. To guide them towards the light.

While the snob hoards information as a mark of superiority, the doorman deals in vibes and clout