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A linear line chart with years as the X-axis and two variables on the Y-axis. The first variable is Popularity of the first name Kenzie and the second variable is UFO sightings in Wisconsin.  The chart goes from 1976 to 2021, and the two variables track closely in value over that time. Small Image
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AI explanation

The name Kenzie has been cosmically linked to a surge in UFO interest. Legend has it that as more parents shouted, "Kenzie, the mothership has landed!" at playgrounds, the universe couldn't help but take notice. Perhaps the aliens are just big fans of trendy baby names, or maybe they're conducting an otherworldly census to track the newest Earthlings. Either way, it seems like the skies over Wisconsin are now a preferred destination for both little Kenzies and extraterrestrial visitors. The truth is out there, and it might just be hanging out at a lemonade stand with a child named Kenzie. Or, you know, it could all be a celestial coincidence of galactic proportions!

Model: dalle-3
Prompt: Generate an image in a 3D Pixar Style of a serene neighborhood in Wisconsin, where a lively group of people are gathered in a backyard, pointing up at the night sky. Among them, a charming little dog named UFO wags its tail, while families wearing cheerful expressions encircle it. The mailbox, adorned with the name "Kenzie" in colorful patterns, stands out, and the soft glow from the streetlights illuminates the scene. The community comes together, sharing in the marvel of the starry night. The depiction should include only scenes, people, and objects, it should not include text or speech bubbles.
This image generation prompt was also generated by AI, using the following sequence:

Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You select one of a few potential scene descriptors that seems to go along with the variables described. You respond only with the scene descriptions provided and say nothing else.
User prompt: Here are two variables: Popularity of the first name Kenzie and UFO sightings in Wisconsin. Given these, which of the following image style descriptions seems most appropriate? Pick the one that seems to be related to one of the variables at hand. Please respond with only one of the following potential descriptions: High-tech Cyberpunk Macabre Steampunk 3D Pixar Style
ChatGPT: 3D Pixar Style

Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You describe simple visual scenes that depict the two variables stated. You combine both variables into one scene.
User prompt: Please describe a visual scene that prominently depicts both Popularity of the first name Kenzie and UFO sightings in Wisconsin, in the following situation: Because the name Kenzie gained popularity, more people started naming their pets UFO, causing an increase in reported sightings in Wisconsin due to misidentifications.. Keep the description simple.
ChatGPT: In a quiet neighborhood in Wisconsin, a group of excited people gather in a backyard, pointing up at the night sky. A cute little dog named UFO wags its tail, surrounded by a crowd of smiling families. The name "Kenzie" is written in colorful patterned letters on the mailbox, and a soft glow emanates from the streetlights, as the community comes together to admire the starry night.

Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You write and improve image generation prompts for DALLE-3. You maintain the same subjects, but enhance the visuals.
User prompt: Please respond with an image generation prompt that would be likely to create an interesting visual using DALLE-3, using the following style: [ 3D Pixar Style ] and depicting this scene: In a quiet neighborhood in Wisconsin, a group of excited people gather in a backyard, pointing up at the night sky. A cute little dog named UFO wags its tail, surrounded by a crowd of smiling families. The name "Kenzie" is written in colorful patterned letters on the mailbox, and a soft glow emanates from the streetlights, as the community comes together to admire the starry night. Keep the visual depiction simple. Do not include any words or speech bubbles.
ChatGPT: Generate an image in a 3D Pixar Style of a serene neighborhood in Wisconsin, where a lively group of people are gathered in a backyard, pointing up at the night sky. Among them, a charming little dog named UFO wags its tail, while families wearing cheerful expressions encircle it. The mailbox, adorned with the name "Kenzie" in colorful patterns, stands out, and the soft glow from the streetlights illuminates the scene. The community comes together, sharing in the marvel of the starry night.

*Variations in the User Prompts from chart to chart are just the result of random number generation in Python. I wrote a few arrays of various styles and methods to ask questions to change up the results. Every time this site writes an explanation or generates an image, the script picks from each at random.

I sequence the requests into multiple prompts because I find GPT 3.5 to perform much better with short, well-managed contexts. Thus, I track the context directly in Python and only ask ChatGPT targeted questions.

Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106 (fine-tuned)
System prompt: You provide humorous responses in the form of plausible sounding explanations for correlations. You assume the correlation is causative for the purpose of the explanation even if it is ridiculous. You do not chat with the user, you only reply with the causal connection explanation and nothing else.
User prompt: Please make up a funny explanation for how an increase in Popularity of the first name Kenzie caused UFO sightings in Wisconsin to increase.\Make it sound serious until the end.

AI academic paper

(Because p < 0.01)
The Kenz-nection: An Empirical Analysis of Kenzie Names and UFO Sightings in Wisconsin

The Journal of Extraterrestrial Kinetics and Cultural Phenomena

Jan 2024

Reminder: This paper is AI-generated. Not real!
Quick note: This sequence is long and repetitive. That's how the prompt engineering works for this one. I manage the output in Python to format it into this PDF.




Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You are a researcher writing an academic paper.You write titles and abstracts of goofy academic research papers.
User prompt:
Pretend you are an academic researcher. Your writing sounds like it belongs in a medical or economics journal. However, you frequently crack jokes, make puns, and add unexpected twists in your writing.

Please draft the title and abstract of an academic research paper presenting the findings of the connection between Popularity of the first name Kenzie and UFO sightings in Wisconsin. You can't resist a good dad joke. Add a relevant dad joke related to the content every couple of sentences.

Make the title punny if you can come up with clever pun. If not, make it sound serious.

Your research team used data from US Social Security Administration and National UFO Reporting Center to assess this nagging question. You found a correlation coefficient of 0.9111984 and p < 0.01 for 1976 to 2021.

Please respond in this format (replace "Lorem ipsum dolor sit" with your title and abstract)

[[TITLE]]
Lorem ipsum dolor sit

[[ABSTRACT]]
Lorem ipsum dolor sit



ChatGPT:
[[TITLE]]
The Kenz-nection: An Empirical Analysis of Kenzie Names and UFO Sightings in Wisconsin

[[ABSTRACT]]
This study delves into the intriguing relationship between the popularity of the first name "Kenzie" and the frequency of UFO sightings in the expansive state of Wisconsin. Leveraging data from the US Social Security Administration and the National UFO Reporting Center, we set out to investigate this curiously overlooked association, prodding into the statistical terrain with enthusiasm and puns aplenty. Our findings reveal a striking correlation coefficient of 0.9111984 and a p-value less than 0.01 for the period spanning from 1976 to 2021.

In our mission to unravel the cosmos and the naming conventions of the Badger State, our research team stumbled upon an array of delightful surprises. Despite our occasional skepticism, the Kenzie moniker succinctly proved itself to be positively linked to the enigmatic phenomenon of UFO sightings in Wisconsin. In fact, the magnitude of this correlation is not merely statistical, but can be gleefully characterized as 'otherworldly.'

As our minds grappled with the weight of our discovery, we couldn't help but quip that, much like UFO sightings, the popularity of the name "Kenzie" seems to have taken off to astronomical heights. In the spirit of cosmic jests, it appears that extraterrestrial entities and Wisconsinites alike have found common ground in their fascination with the Kenzie nomenclature. With this research, we hope to provoke further inquiry and excitement in the realm of astro-sociology, boldly going where few academic papers have gone before.


Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You are a researcher writing an academic paper.You draft the introduction section of an academic research paper.
User prompt:
Pretend you are an academic researcher. Your writing sounds like it belongs in a medical or economics journal. However, you frequently crack jokes, make puns, or add unexpected twists in your writing.

Please make up the introduction section of an academic research paper presenting the findings of the connection between Popularity of the first name Kenzie and UFO sightings in Wisconsin. You can't resist a good dad joke. Add a relevant dad joke related to the content every couple of sentences.

Here is the title and abstract of the paper:
[[TITLE]]
The Kenz-nection: An Empirical Analysis of Kenzie Names and UFO Sightings in Wisconsin

[[ABSTRACT]]
This study delves into the intriguing relationship between the popularity of the first name "Kenzie" and the frequency of UFO sightings in the expansive state of Wisconsin. Leveraging data from the US Social Security Administration and the National UFO Reporting Center, we set out to investigate this curiously overlooked association, prodding into the statistical terrain with enthusiasm and puns aplenty. Our findings reveal a striking correlation coefficient of 0.9111984 and a p-value less than 0.01 for the period spanning from 1976 to 2021.

In our mission to unravel the cosmos and the naming conventions of the Badger State, our research team stumbled upon an array of delightful surprises. Despite our occasional skepticism, the Kenzie moniker succinctly proved itself to be positively linked to the enigmatic phenomenon of UFO sightings in Wisconsin. In fact, the magnitude of this correlation is not merely statistical, but can be gleefully characterized as 'otherworldly.'

As our minds grappled with the weight of our discovery, we couldn't help but quip that, much like UFO sightings, the popularity of the name "Kenzie" seems to have taken off to astronomical heights. In the spirit of cosmic jests, it appears that extraterrestrial entities and Wisconsinites alike have found common ground in their fascination with the Kenzie nomenclature. With this research, we hope to provoke further inquiry and excitement in the realm of astro-sociology, boldly going where few academic papers have gone before.

-------

Your response should start like this:

[[INTRODUCTION]]



ChatGPT:
[[INTRODUCTION]]

Greetings, fellow cosmic explorers and linguistic enthusiasts! As we embark on this mission to decipher the celestial dance of statistics and nomenclature, we cannot help but marvel at the enigmatic ties that bind the first name "Kenzie" and the captivating sightings of unidentified flying objects in the illustrious state of Wisconsin. It's as though the cosmic forces themselves are prodding us to unravel this mystery with a friendly nudge and a cosmic wink.

Speaking of cosmic winks, one might wonder if extraterrestrial entities have been spreading their whimsical influence even in the domain of baby names. Our investigation into the "Kenz-nection" has certainly unearthed some surprising revelations that are bound to leave both social scientists and ufologists scratching their heads in delicious bewilderment.

In the tradition of scientific inquiry, we aim to approach this study with the perfect blend of rigorous analysis and jovial curiosity. After all, what's the point of exploring the cosmos if we can't sprinkle some puns and dad jokes along the way? In the spirit of celestial hilarity, let's dive into the celestial whirlpool of data and speculation, armed with nothing but our wits and an arsenal of groan-inducing puns at our disposal.


Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You are a researcher writing an academic paper.You draft a literature review section of an academic research paper, that starts out dry for the first few sentences but then becomes hilarious and goofy.
User prompt:
Pretend you are an academic researcher. Your writing sounds like it belongs in a medical or economics journal. However, you frequently crack jokes, make puns, or add unexpected twists in your writing.

Please make up a literature review section of an academic research paper presenting the findings of the connection between Popularity of the first name Kenzie and UFO sightings in Wisconsin. You can't resist a good dad joke. Add a relevant dad joke related to the content every couple of sentences.

Speak in the present tense for this section (the authors find...), as is common in academic research paper literature reviews. Name the sources in a format similar to this: In "Book," the authors find lorem and ipsum.

Make up the lorem and ipsum part, but make it sound related to the topic at hand.

Start by naming serious-sounding studies by authors like Smith, Doe, and Jones - but then quickly devolve. Name some real non-fiction books that would be related to the topic. Then name some real fiction books that sound like they could be related. Then you might move on to cartoons and children's shows that you watched for research.

Here is the title and abstract of the paper:
[[TITLE]]
The Kenz-nection: An Empirical Analysis of Kenzie Names and UFO Sightings in Wisconsin

[[ABSTRACT]]
This study delves into the intriguing relationship between the popularity of the first name "Kenzie" and the frequency of UFO sightings in the expansive state of Wisconsin. Leveraging data from the US Social Security Administration and the National UFO Reporting Center, we set out to investigate this curiously overlooked association, prodding into the statistical terrain with enthusiasm and puns aplenty. Our findings reveal a striking correlation coefficient of 0.9111984 and a p-value less than 0.01 for the period spanning from 1976 to 2021.

In our mission to unravel the cosmos and the naming conventions of the Badger State, our research team stumbled upon an array of delightful surprises. Despite our occasional skepticism, the Kenzie moniker succinctly proved itself to be positively linked to the enigmatic phenomenon of UFO sightings in Wisconsin. In fact, the magnitude of this correlation is not merely statistical, but can be gleefully characterized as 'otherworldly.'

As our minds grappled with the weight of our discovery, we couldn't help but quip that, much like UFO sightings, the popularity of the name "Kenzie" seems to have taken off to astronomical heights. In the spirit of cosmic jests, it appears that extraterrestrial entities and Wisconsinites alike have found common ground in their fascination with the Kenzie nomenclature. With this research, we hope to provoke further inquiry and excitement in the realm of astro-sociology, boldly going where few academic papers have gone before.

-------

And here is the introduction section that led to this literature review:
[[INTRODUCTION]]
Greetings, fellow cosmic explorers and linguistic enthusiasts! As we embark on this mission to decipher the celestial dance of statistics and nomenclature, we cannot help but marvel at the enigmatic ties that bind the first name "Kenzie" and the captivating sightings of unidentified flying objects in the illustrious state of Wisconsin. It's as though the cosmic forces themselves are prodding us to unravel this mystery with a friendly nudge and a cosmic wink.
Speaking of cosmic winks, one might wonder if extraterrestrial entities have been spreading their whimsical influence even in the domain of baby names. Our investigation into the "Kenz-nection" has certainly unearthed some surprising revelations that are bound to leave both social scientists and ufologists scratching their heads in delicious bewilderment.
In the tradition of scientific inquiry, we aim to approach this study with the perfect blend of rigorous analysis and jovial curiosity. After all, what's the point of exploring the cosmos if we can't sprinkle some puns and dad jokes along the way? In the spirit of celestial hilarity, let's dive into the celestial whirlpool of data and speculation, armed with nothing but our wits and an arsenal of groan-inducing puns at our disposal.

-------

Your response should start like this:

[[LITERATURE REVIEW]]



ChatGPT:
[[LITERATURE REVIEW]]

In "Smith et al.," the authors find that the relationship between first names and unusual phenomena remains a topic of much interest and speculation in the fields of sociology and exo-linquistics. This study serves as a springboard for our own investigation into the correlation between the popularity of the first name "Kenzie" and the frequency of UFO sightings in Wisconsin.

In the enlightening work of "Doe and Jones," the authors uncover the intriguing intersections between naming trends and regional peculiarities, providing a tantalizing backdrop to our study of the Kenz-nection. The empirical evidence presented by these esteemed researchers primes us to delve into the statistical tapestry with a healthy dose of skepticism and the occasional eye-roll-inducing dad joke.

However, as we ventured deeper into the realm of cosmic nomenclature, we were met with a surprise akin to stumbling upon an unexpected meteor shower during a peaceful night of stargazing. Our data analysis, much like a UFO sighting, left us both baffled and exhilarated. The correlation coefficient of 0.9111984 and a p-value less than 0.01 for the period spanning from 1976 to 2021 left our research team in a state of cosmic reverie, pondering the boundless realms of statistical possibility.

Turning to non-fiction literature, "The UFO Experience: A Scientific Inquiry" by J. Allen Hynek, provided a compelling backdrop for understanding the cultural and sociological implications of UFO sightings. Similarly, "Men Are from Mars, Women Are from Venus" by John Gray offered a nuanced perspective on interplanetary relations, although regrettably lacking in specific references to Wisconsinite naming customs.

In the realm of fiction, "The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy" by Douglas Adams and "E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial" by William Kotzwinkle seem to hover tantalizingly close to the thematic orbit of our research, each offering a whimsical glimpse into the cosmic unknown that captures the imagination in a manner befitting our own inquiry. Alas, while these works provide delightful escapades, they regrettably steer clear of addressing the Kenz-nection with the same rigor we aim to achieve.

Of course, no cosmic exploration would be complete without the invaluable insights garnered from children's shows and cartoons. "Scooby-Doo" and "The X-Files" served as unlikely sources of inspiration, offering a blend of mystery, humor, and the occasional tongue-in-cheek reference that kept our spirits high and our pun repertoire well-stocked.

In the words of a certain bearded philosopher, "Kenzie is out there." Our research strives to shed light on this celestial mystery, inviting fellow scholars and cosmic enthusiasts alike to join us in unraveling the Kenz-nection and reveling in the delightfully peculiar dance of statistics and whimsy.


Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You are a researcher writing an academic paper.You draft the methodology section of an academic research paper.
User prompt:
Pretend you are an academic researcher. Your writing sounds like it belongs in a medical or economics journal. However, you frequently crack jokes, make puns, or add unexpected twists in your writing.

Please make up the methodology section of an academic research paper presenting the findings of the connection between Popularity of the first name Kenzie and UFO sightings in Wisconsin. You can't resist a good dad joke. Add a relevant dad joke related to the content every couple of sentences.

Your research team collected data from all across the internet, but mostly just used information from US Social Security Administration and National UFO Reporting Center . You used data from 1976 to 2021

Make up the research methods you don't know. Make them a bit goofy and convoluted.

Here is the title, abstract, and introduction of the paper:
[[TITLE]]
The Kenz-nection: An Empirical Analysis of Kenzie Names and UFO Sightings in Wisconsin

[[ABSTRACT]]
This study delves into the intriguing relationship between the popularity of the first name "Kenzie" and the frequency of UFO sightings in the expansive state of Wisconsin. Leveraging data from the US Social Security Administration and the National UFO Reporting Center, we set out to investigate this curiously overlooked association, prodding into the statistical terrain with enthusiasm and puns aplenty. Our findings reveal a striking correlation coefficient of 0.9111984 and a p-value less than 0.01 for the period spanning from 1976 to 2021.

In our mission to unravel the cosmos and the naming conventions of the Badger State, our research team stumbled upon an array of delightful surprises. Despite our occasional skepticism, the Kenzie moniker succinctly proved itself to be positively linked to the enigmatic phenomenon of UFO sightings in Wisconsin. In fact, the magnitude of this correlation is not merely statistical, but can be gleefully characterized as 'otherworldly.'

As our minds grappled with the weight of our discovery, we couldn't help but quip that, much like UFO sightings, the popularity of the name "Kenzie" seems to have taken off to astronomical heights. In the spirit of cosmic jests, it appears that extraterrestrial entities and Wisconsinites alike have found common ground in their fascination with the Kenzie nomenclature. With this research, we hope to provoke further inquiry and excitement in the realm of astro-sociology, boldly going where few academic papers have gone before.

[[INTRODUCTION]]
Greetings, fellow cosmic explorers and linguistic enthusiasts! As we embark on this mission to decipher the celestial dance of statistics and nomenclature, we cannot help but marvel at the enigmatic ties that bind the first name "Kenzie" and the captivating sightings of unidentified flying objects in the illustrious state of Wisconsin. It's as though the cosmic forces themselves are prodding us to unravel this mystery with a friendly nudge and a cosmic wink.
Speaking of cosmic winks, one might wonder if extraterrestrial entities have been spreading their whimsical influence even in the domain of baby names. Our investigation into the "Kenz-nection" has certainly unearthed some surprising revelations that are bound to leave both social scientists and ufologists scratching their heads in delicious bewilderment.
In the tradition of scientific inquiry, we aim to approach this study with the perfect blend of rigorous analysis and jovial curiosity. After all, what's the point of exploring the cosmos if we can't sprinkle some puns and dad jokes along the way? In the spirit of celestial hilarity, let's dive into the celestial whirlpool of data and speculation, armed with nothing but our wits and an arsenal of groan-inducing puns at our disposal.

-------

Your response should start like this:

[[METHODOLOGY]]



ChatGPT:

[[METHODOLOGY]]

To unearth the cosmic bond between the name "Kenzie" and UFO sightings in Wisconsin, our research team engaged in an intrepid escapade of data collection and statistical scrutiny. As the cosmic forces conspired, we harnessed data from the US Social Security Administration (SSA) and the National UFO Reporting Center (NUFORC) to illuminate this celestial spectacle.

Our first step involved mining the SSA's treasure trove of baby name records, delving deep into the fluctuations of popularity, much like spelunking into the depths of an otherworldly cave. We meticulously extracted the frequency of occurrences for the name "Kenzie" from 1976 to 2021, identifying its oscillations across the cosmic expanse of time.

Following this cosmic excursion, we set our sights on the enigmatic realm of UFO sightings in the Badger State. NUFORC emerged as our beacon of insight, illuminating the oft-overlooked encounters with unidentified flying objects. With dexterous maneuvering and the tenacity of a cosmic explorer, we scrutinized reports of UFO sightings in Wisconsin, unraveling their prevalence, locations, and cosmic coordinates.

Much like an astrophysicist in search of dark matter, we navigated through the labyrinthine corridors of statistical analysis, employing various cosmic instruments such as Pearson correlation coefficients and multiple regression analysis to probe the interstellar ties between the popularity of "Kenzie" and UFO sightings in Wisconsin. We aimed to ascertain not just a statistical relationship, but an otherworldly connection that transcends mere chance.

With our cosmic quivers fully stocked, we wielded the tools of rigor and creativity, combining the whimsy of celestial musing with the solemnity of statistical inquiry. As the celestial dust settled, we beheld a correlation coefficient of 0.9111984 and a p-value less than 0.01, indicative of a strong and significant relationship that even the most skeptical UFO enthusiasts might find difficult to dismiss.

In a celestial twist akin to a cosmic jester's prank, our findings beckoned us to ponder the cosmic humor in the universe's mysterious ways. As we commemorated this milestone in astro-sociological inquiry, we couldn't help but quip that our research had indeed taken us to intergalactic heights.

In the spirit of cosmic camaraderie and good humor, our methodological odyssey might be likened to a cosmic rollercoaster, swirling through statistical galaxies and linguistic nebulae. With this unparalleled rapport between nomenclature and the unknown, we sought to infuse the academic cosmos with a dash of celestial delight, boldly going where statistical analysis and dad jokes intersect.


Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You are a researcher writing an academic paper.You draft the results section of an academic research paper. You speak in the past tense (you found...).
User prompt:
Pretend you are an academic researcher. Your writing sounds like it belongs in a medical or economics journal. However, you frequently crack jokes, make puns, or add unexpected twists in your writing.

Please make up the results section of an academic research paper presenting the findings of the connection between Popularity of the first name Kenzie and UFO sightings in Wisconsin. You can't resist a good dad joke. Add a relevant dad joke related to the content every couple of sentences.

Your research team collected data from all across the internet, but mostly just used information from US Social Security Administration and National UFO Reporting Center .

For the time period 1976 to 2021, you found a correlation 0.9111984, r-squared of 0.8302826, and p < 0.01.

One figure will be included. The figure (Fig. 1) is a scatterplot showing the strong correlation between the two variables. You don't need to specify where; I will add the figure.

Here is the title and abstract of the paper:
[[TITLE]]
The Kenz-nection: An Empirical Analysis of Kenzie Names and UFO Sightings in Wisconsin

[[ABSTRACT]]
This study delves into the intriguing relationship between the popularity of the first name "Kenzie" and the frequency of UFO sightings in the expansive state of Wisconsin. Leveraging data from the US Social Security Administration and the National UFO Reporting Center, we set out to investigate this curiously overlooked association, prodding into the statistical terrain with enthusiasm and puns aplenty. Our findings reveal a striking correlation coefficient of 0.9111984 and a p-value less than 0.01 for the period spanning from 1976 to 2021.

In our mission to unravel the cosmos and the naming conventions of the Badger State, our research team stumbled upon an array of delightful surprises. Despite our occasional skepticism, the Kenzie moniker succinctly proved itself to be positively linked to the enigmatic phenomenon of UFO sightings in Wisconsin. In fact, the magnitude of this correlation is not merely statistical, but can be gleefully characterized as 'otherworldly.'

As our minds grappled with the weight of our discovery, we couldn't help but quip that, much like UFO sightings, the popularity of the name "Kenzie" seems to have taken off to astronomical heights. In the spirit of cosmic jests, it appears that extraterrestrial entities and Wisconsinites alike have found common ground in their fascination with the Kenzie nomenclature. With this research, we hope to provoke further inquiry and excitement in the realm of astro-sociology, boldly going where few academic papers have gone before.

-------

And here is the methodology section that led to this result:
[[METHODOLOGY]]
Greetings, fellow cosmic explorers and linguistic enthusiasts! As we embark on this mission to decipher the celestial dance of statistics and nomenclature, we cannot help but marvel at the enigmatic ties that bind the first name "Kenzie" and the captivating sightings of unidentified flying objects in the illustrious state of Wisconsin. It's as though the cosmic forces themselves are prodding us to unravel this mystery with a friendly nudge and a cosmic wink.
Speaking of cosmic winks, one might wonder if extraterrestrial entities have been spreading their whimsical influence even in the domain of baby names. Our investigation into the "Kenz-nection" has certainly unearthed some surprising revelations that are bound to leave both social scientists and ufologists scratching their heads in delicious bewilderment.
In the tradition of scientific inquiry, we aim to approach this study with the perfect blend of rigorous analysis and jovial curiosity. After all, what's the point of exploring the cosmos if we can't sprinkle some puns and dad jokes along the way? In the spirit of celestial hilarity, let's dive into the celestial whirlpool of data and speculation, armed with nothing but our wits and an arsenal of groan-inducing puns at our disposal.

-------

Your response should start like this:

[[RESULTS]]



ChatGPT:

[[RESULTS]]

The analysis of the data garnered from the US Social Security Administration and the National UFO Reporting Center has unveiled a striking correlation between the prevalence of the first name "Kenzie" and the frequency of UFO sightings in the state of Wisconsin. Our statistical analysis revealed a correlation coefficient of 0.9111984, signaling a strong positive relationship between these two seemingly unrelated variables. This correlation was further supported by an r-squared value of 0.8302826, indicating that approximately 83% of the variation in UFO sightings can be explained by the popularity of the name "Kenzie" in Wisconsin.

Fig. 1 (to be inserted) beautifully illustrates the robust correlation we observed, depicting a scatterplot that showcases the compelling relationship between the prevalence of the name "Kenzie" and the occurrences of UFO sightings in Wisconsin. It's almost as if the data points themselves are doing a celestial dance, waltzing in perfect synchrony to the cosmic rhythms of the universe.

Dad joke break: Why don't aliens eat clowns? Because they taste funny!

Intriguingly, the p-value for this correlation was found to be less than 0.01, underscoring the statistical significance of our findings. This provides strong evidence to reject the null hypothesis and lends credence to the notion that there is indeed a substantial connection between the popularity of the name "Kenzie" and the sightings of unidentified flying objects in the state of Wisconsin.

Our results not only demonstrate a statistical link but also seem to suggest a whimsical interplay between cosmic phenomena and human nomenclature. It's almost as if the cosmos itself is tapping into the cultural zeitgeist, playfully weaving together the celestial wonder of UFOs with the down-to-earth charm of an endearing name.

Dad joke break: What do you call a cheese that isn't yours? Nacho cheese!

In conclusion, our findings present a compelling case for further exploration and investigation into the "Kenz-nection." This research sheds light on the delightful intersection of sociology, astronomy, and perhaps a touch of cosmic humor. As we plunge deeper into the cosmic abyss of statistical bricolage, we invite fellow scholars and enthusiasts to join us in this whimsical adventure, embracing the joy of discovery and the occasional sprinkle of celestial puns along the way.


Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You are a researcher writing an academic paper.You draft the discussion section of an academic research paper.
User prompt:
Pretend you are an academic researcher. Your writing sounds like it belongs in a medical or economics journal. However, you frequently crack jokes, make puns, or add unexpected twists in your writing.

Please make up the discussion section of an academic research paper presenting the findings of the connection between Popularity of the first name Kenzie and UFO sightings in Wisconsin. You can't resist a good dad joke. Add a relevant dad joke related to the content every couple of sentences.

Limit your response to 500 tokens.

Here are the title, abstract, literature review, and results sections. Please harken back to 1-2 of the goofy items in the literature review, but pretend to take them completely seriously. Discuss how your results supported the prior research.

Do not write a conclusion. I will add a conclusion after this.

[[TITLE]]
The Kenz-nection: An Empirical Analysis of Kenzie Names and UFO Sightings in Wisconsin

[[ABSTRACT]]
This study delves into the intriguing relationship between the popularity of the first name "Kenzie" and the frequency of UFO sightings in the expansive state of Wisconsin. Leveraging data from the US Social Security Administration and the National UFO Reporting Center, we set out to investigate this curiously overlooked association, prodding into the statistical terrain with enthusiasm and puns aplenty. Our findings reveal a striking correlation coefficient of 0.9111984 and a p-value less than 0.01 for the period spanning from 1976 to 2021.

In our mission to unravel the cosmos and the naming conventions of the Badger State, our research team stumbled upon an array of delightful surprises. Despite our occasional skepticism, the Kenzie moniker succinctly proved itself to be positively linked to the enigmatic phenomenon of UFO sightings in Wisconsin. In fact, the magnitude of this correlation is not merely statistical, but can be gleefully characterized as 'otherworldly.'

As our minds grappled with the weight of our discovery, we couldn't help but quip that, much like UFO sightings, the popularity of the name "Kenzie" seems to have taken off to astronomical heights. In the spirit of cosmic jests, it appears that extraterrestrial entities and Wisconsinites alike have found common ground in their fascination with the Kenzie nomenclature. With this research, we hope to provoke further inquiry and excitement in the realm of astro-sociology, boldly going where few academic papers have gone before.

[[LITERATURE REVIEW]]
In "Smith et al.," the authors find that the relationship between first names and unusual phenomena remains a topic of much interest and speculation in the fields of sociology and exo-linquistics. This study serves as a springboard for our own investigation into the correlation between the popularity of the first name "Kenzie" and the frequency of UFO sightings in Wisconsin.
In the enlightening work of "Doe and Jones," the authors uncover the intriguing intersections between naming trends and regional peculiarities, providing a tantalizing backdrop to our study of the Kenz-nection. The empirical evidence presented by these esteemed researchers primes us to delve into the statistical tapestry with a healthy dose of skepticism and the occasional eye-roll-inducing dad joke.
However, as we ventured deeper into the realm of cosmic nomenclature, we were met with a surprise akin to stumbling upon an unexpected meteor shower during a peaceful night of stargazing. Our data analysis, much like a UFO sighting, left us both baffled and exhilarated. The correlation coefficient of 0.9111984 and a p-value less than 0.01 for the period spanning from 1976 to 2021 left our research team in a state of cosmic reverie, pondering the boundless realms of statistical possibility.
Turning to non-fiction literature, "The UFO Experience: A Scientific Inquiry" by J. Allen Hynek, provided a compelling backdrop for understanding the cultural and sociological implications of UFO sightings. Similarly, "Men Are from Mars, Women Are from Venus" by John Gray offered a nuanced perspective on interplanetary relations, although regrettably lacking in specific references to Wisconsinite naming customs.
In the realm of fiction, "The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy" by Douglas Adams and "E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial" by William Kotzwinkle seem to hover tantalizingly close to the thematic orbit of our research, each offering a whimsical glimpse into the cosmic unknown that captures the imagination in a manner befitting our own inquiry. Alas, while these works provide delightful escapades, they regrettably steer clear of addressing the Kenz-nection with the same rigor we aim to achieve.
Of course, no cosmic exploration would be complete without the invaluable insights garnered from children's shows and cartoons. "Scooby-Doo" and "The X-Files" served as unlikely sources of inspiration, offering a blend of mystery, humor, and the occasional tongue-in-cheek reference that kept our spirits high and our pun repertoire well-stocked.
In the words of a certain bearded philosopher, "Kenzie is out there." Our research strives to shed light on this celestial mystery, inviting fellow scholars and cosmic enthusiasts alike to join us in unraveling the Kenz-nection and reveling in the delightfully peculiar dance of statistics and whimsy.

[[RESULTS]]
The analysis of the data garnered from the US Social Security Administration and the National UFO Reporting Center has unveiled a striking correlation between the prevalence of the first name "Kenzie" and the frequency of UFO sightings in the state of Wisconsin. Our statistical analysis revealed a correlation coefficient of 0.9111984, signaling a strong positive relationship between these two seemingly unrelated variables. This correlation was further supported by an r-squared value of 0.8302826, indicating that approximately 83% of the variation in UFO sightings can be explained by the popularity of the name "Kenzie" in Wisconsin.
Fig. 1 (to be inserted) beautifully illustrates the robust correlation we observed, depicting a scatterplot that showcases the compelling relationship between the prevalence of the name "Kenzie" and the occurrences of UFO sightings in Wisconsin. It's almost as if the data points themselves are doing a celestial dance, waltzing in perfect synchrony to the cosmic rhythms of the universe.
Dad joke break: Why don't aliens eat clowns? Because they taste funny!
Intriguingly, the p-value for this correlation was found to be less than 0.01, underscoring the statistical significance of our findings. This provides strong evidence to reject the null hypothesis and lends credence to the notion that there is indeed a substantial connection between the popularity of the name "Kenzie" and the sightings of unidentified flying objects in the state of Wisconsin.
Our results not only demonstrate a statistical link but also seem to suggest a whimsical interplay between cosmic phenomena and human nomenclature. It's almost as if the cosmos itself is tapping into the cultural zeitgeist, playfully weaving together the celestial wonder of UFOs with the down-to-earth charm of an endearing name.
Dad joke break: What do you call a cheese that isn't yours? Nacho cheese!
In conclusion, our findings present a compelling case for further exploration and investigation into the "Kenz-nection." This research sheds light on the delightful intersection of sociology, astronomy, and perhaps a touch of cosmic humor. As we plunge deeper into the cosmic abyss of statistical bricolage, we invite fellow scholars and enthusiasts to join us in this whimsical adventure, embracing the joy of discovery and the occasional sprinkle of celestial puns along the way.

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[[DISCUSSION]]



ChatGPT:

[[DISCUSSION]]

The prodigious correlation between the popularity of the name "Kenzie" and the frequency of UFO sightings in Wisconsin has left our research team in a state of cosmic reverie. Our results corroborate and, dare I say, validate the prior research that explores the inexplicably quirky relationship between names and unusual phenomena. Much like a perfectly timed dad joke, the Kenz-nection has tickled our statistical sensibilities and piqued our academic curiosity.

As we delved into the statistical tapestry, much like a UFO sighting, the connection between "Kenzie" and UFOs left us both delighted and bewildered. Our findings exceptionally support the literature, establishing a robust positive relationship between the popularity of the name "Kenzie" and the sightings of unidentified flying objects in Wisconsin. It seems that the cosmic dance of statistics and nomenclature has indeed led us to a celestial revelation.

Our empirical evidence accentuates the captivating backdrop of prior studies, staking a claim for the otherworldly correlation that we have encountered. The correlation coefficient of 0.9111984, backed by a p-value less than 0.01, sends a clear signal that the Kenz-nection is not only statistically significant but so compelling that it might as well have been beamed down from a UFO itself. Our results align with the literature's call for further exploration and investigation into these whimsical cosmic phenomena.

In the spirit of cosmic jests, it seems that the Kenzie phenomenon has indeed taken off to astronomical heights, much like a UFO sighting in the Wisconsin night sky. This unexpected congruence is akin to a surprise meteor shower during a peaceful night of stargazing, and just as delightful as a well-landed dad joke.

It's clear that our research has ventured into an unexpected yet inexplicably charming avenue of inquiry. With our compelling evidence in hand, we invite fellow scholars and enthusiasts to join us in the whimsical adventure of Kenz-nection exploration, embracing the joy of discovery and perhaps a sprinkle of celestial puns along the way. After all, who says academic research can't have a touch of cosmic humor?

Dad joke break: Why did the UFO refuse to land in Wisconsin? It didn't want to be mistaken for a cheesy flying saucer!


Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You are a researcher writing an academic paper.You draft the discussion section of goofy academic research papers that sounds like it belongs based on the title and abstract provided.
User prompt:
Pretend you are an academic researcher. Your writing sounds like it belongs in a medical or economics journal. However, you frequently crack jokes, make puns, or add unexpected twists in your writing.

Please make up a short conclusion of an academic research paper presenting the findings of the connection between Popularity of the first name Kenzie and UFO sightings in Wisconsin. You can't resist a good dad joke. Add a relevant dad joke related to the content every couple of sentences.

Limit your response to 300 tokens. At the very end, assert that no more research is needed in this area.

Here are the title, abstract, introduction, and results sections.
[[TITLE]]
The Kenz-nection: An Empirical Analysis of Kenzie Names and UFO Sightings in Wisconsin

[[ABSTRACT]]
This study delves into the intriguing relationship between the popularity of the first name "Kenzie" and the frequency of UFO sightings in the expansive state of Wisconsin. Leveraging data from the US Social Security Administration and the National UFO Reporting Center, we set out to investigate this curiously overlooked association, prodding into the statistical terrain with enthusiasm and puns aplenty. Our findings reveal a striking correlation coefficient of 0.9111984 and a p-value less than 0.01 for the period spanning from 1976 to 2021.

In our mission to unravel the cosmos and the naming conventions of the Badger State, our research team stumbled upon an array of delightful surprises. Despite our occasional skepticism, the Kenzie moniker succinctly proved itself to be positively linked to the enigmatic phenomenon of UFO sightings in Wisconsin. In fact, the magnitude of this correlation is not merely statistical, but can be gleefully characterized as 'otherworldly.'

As our minds grappled with the weight of our discovery, we couldn't help but quip that, much like UFO sightings, the popularity of the name "Kenzie" seems to have taken off to astronomical heights. In the spirit of cosmic jests, it appears that extraterrestrial entities and Wisconsinites alike have found common ground in their fascination with the Kenzie nomenclature. With this research, we hope to provoke further inquiry and excitement in the realm of astro-sociology, boldly going where few academic papers have gone before.

[[INTRDUCTION]]
Greetings, fellow cosmic explorers and linguistic enthusiasts! As we embark on this mission to decipher the celestial dance of statistics and nomenclature, we cannot help but marvel at the enigmatic ties that bind the first name "Kenzie" and the captivating sightings of unidentified flying objects in the illustrious state of Wisconsin. It's as though the cosmic forces themselves are prodding us to unravel this mystery with a friendly nudge and a cosmic wink.
Speaking of cosmic winks, one might wonder if extraterrestrial entities have been spreading their whimsical influence even in the domain of baby names. Our investigation into the "Kenz-nection" has certainly unearthed some surprising revelations that are bound to leave both social scientists and ufologists scratching their heads in delicious bewilderment.
In the tradition of scientific inquiry, we aim to approach this study with the perfect blend of rigorous analysis and jovial curiosity. After all, what's the point of exploring the cosmos if we can't sprinkle some puns and dad jokes along the way? In the spirit of celestial hilarity, let's dive into the celestial whirlpool of data and speculation, armed with nothing but our wits and an arsenal of groan-inducing puns at our disposal.

[[RESULTS]]
The analysis of the data garnered from the US Social Security Administration and the National UFO Reporting Center has unveiled a striking correlation between the prevalence of the first name "Kenzie" and the frequency of UFO sightings in the state of Wisconsin. Our statistical analysis revealed a correlation coefficient of 0.9111984, signaling a strong positive relationship between these two seemingly unrelated variables. This correlation was further supported by an r-squared value of 0.8302826, indicating that approximately 83% of the variation in UFO sightings can be explained by the popularity of the name "Kenzie" in Wisconsin.
Fig. 1 (to be inserted) beautifully illustrates the robust correlation we observed, depicting a scatterplot that showcases the compelling relationship between the prevalence of the name "Kenzie" and the occurrences of UFO sightings in Wisconsin. It's almost as if the data points themselves are doing a celestial dance, waltzing in perfect synchrony to the cosmic rhythms of the universe.
Dad joke break: Why don't aliens eat clowns? Because they taste funny!
Intriguingly, the p-value for this correlation was found to be less than 0.01, underscoring the statistical significance of our findings. This provides strong evidence to reject the null hypothesis and lends credence to the notion that there is indeed a substantial connection between the popularity of the name "Kenzie" and the sightings of unidentified flying objects in the state of Wisconsin.
Our results not only demonstrate a statistical link but also seem to suggest a whimsical interplay between cosmic phenomena and human nomenclature. It's almost as if the cosmos itself is tapping into the cultural zeitgeist, playfully weaving together the celestial wonder of UFOs with the down-to-earth charm of an endearing name.
Dad joke break: What do you call a cheese that isn't yours? Nacho cheese!
In conclusion, our findings present a compelling case for further exploration and investigation into the "Kenz-nection." This research sheds light on the delightful intersection of sociology, astronomy, and perhaps a touch of cosmic humor. As we plunge deeper into the cosmic abyss of statistical bricolage, we invite fellow scholars and enthusiasts to join us in this whimsical adventure, embracing the joy of discovery and the occasional sprinkle of celestial puns along the way.

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Your response should start like this:

[[CONCLUSION]]



ChatGPT:

[[CONCLUSION]]

In wrapping up our celestial romp through the statistical cosmos, our investigation into the "Kenz-nection" has left us both awe-struck and chuckling in astronomical amusement. With a correlation coefficient that could rival the gravitational pull of a black hole, our findings have lifted the veil on the uncanny association between the prevalence of the name "Kenzie" and the frequency of UFO sightings in Wisconsin. It seems that even extraterrestrial beings can't resist a good dad joke, as evidenced by the cosmic waltz of data points in our scatterplot.

Dad joke break: Did you hear about the restaurant on the moon? Great food, no atmosphere!

As we ponder the implications of our findings, it appears the cosmos has crafted its own cosmic punchline, intertwining the fabric of terrestrial nomenclature with the enigma of interstellar visitations. At this juncture, it's undeniable that our data has unveiled a connection that's as clear as a starlit night in the Wisconsinite skies, leaving us with a particularly cheesy glow of cosmic irony.

Dad joke break: How does a penguin build its house? Igloos it together!

With a p-value that's smaller than the number of planets in our solar system, we can confidently assert that the "Kenz-nection" is not a mere statistical fluke but a jovial reminder that the universe is rife with surprises, both statistical and comical. Our mission has only begun to scratch the surface of this celestial caper, and dare we say, the sky's the limit for future explorations in this celestial comedy of errors.

Dad joke break: Want to hear a construction joke? Oh, sorry, I'm still working on that one.

In this spirit, we boldly proclaim that no further research is needed in examining the cosmic ties that bind the Kenzie name and UFO sightings in Wisconsin. This paper serves as both a celestial beacon of jovial inquiry and a reminder that amidst the rigors of academia, a sprinkle of cosmic humor can illuminate even the most unlikely of connections. With that, we bid adieu to the cosmos, leaving ample space for future explorations to, dare we say, beam up the collective pun-derstanding of our celestial curiosities.


Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You provide fictional names of academic journals. You say nothing else, and you do not chat with the user.
User prompt: Please provide the name of a funny but plausible sounding research, scientific, or academic journal that would publish a paper entited The Kenz-nection: An Empirical Analysis of Kenzie Names and UFO Sightings in Wisconsin. Respond only with the name of a fictional academic journal.

ChatGPT:

The Journal of Extraterrestrial Kinetics and Cultural Phenomena


Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You provide fictional names of nonprofit research organizations and associations. You say nothing else, and you do not chat with the user.
User prompt: Please provide the name of a funny but plausible sounding nonprofit, academic, or scientific association or organization that would sponsor research that resulted in a paper entited The Kenz-nection: An Empirical Analysis of Kenzie Names and UFO Sightings in Wisconsin. Respond only with the name of a fictional organization.

ChatGPT:

The Institute for Extraterrestrial Studies and Kenzie Name Research (ITESKNR)


Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You provide potential search keywords separated by commas. You say nothing else, and you do not chat with the user.
User prompt: Please provide potential search keywords for a paper titled The Kenz-nection: An Empirical Analysis of Kenzie Names and UFO Sightings in Wisconsin with an abstract of This study delves into the intriguing relationship between the popularity of the first name "Kenzie" and the frequency of UFO sightings in the expansive state of Wisconsin. Leveraging data from the US Social Security Administration and the National UFO Reporting Center, we set out to investigate this curiously overlooked association, prodding into the statistical terrain with enthusiasm and puns aplenty. Our findings reveal a striking correlation coefficient of 0.9111984 and a p-value less than 0.01 for the period spanning from 1976 to 2021.
In our mission to unravel the cosmos and the naming conventions of the Badger State, our research team stumbled upon an array of delightful surprises. Despite our occasional skepticism, the Kenzie moniker succinctly proved itself to be positively linked to the enigmatic phenomenon of UFO sightings in Wisconsin. In fact, the magnitude of this correlation is not merely statistical, but can be gleefully characterized as 'otherworldly.'
As our minds grappled with the weight of our discovery, we couldn't help but quip that, much like UFO sightings, the popularity of the name "Kenzie" seems to have taken off to astronomical heights. In the spirit of cosmic jests, it appears that extraterrestrial entities and Wisconsinites alike have found common ground in their fascination with the Kenzie nomenclature. With this research, we hope to provoke further inquiry and excitement in the realm of astro-sociology, boldly going where few academic papers have gone before.

ChatGPT:

Kenzie names, UFO sightings, Wisconsin, correlation analysis, US Social Security Administration data, National UFO Reporting Center, statistical analysis, cosmic phenomena, astro-sociology, Kenzie nomenclature, Wisconsin naming conventions, correlation coefficient, p-value, extraterrestrial entities, Badger State, astronomical heights, empirical analysis

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Data details

Popularity of the first name Kenzie
Detailed data title: Babies of all sexes born in the US named Kenzie
Source: US Social Security Administration
See what else correlates with Popularity of the first name Kenzie

UFO sightings in Wisconsin
Detailed data title: UFO sightings reported in Wisconsin
Source: National UFO Reporting Center
See what else correlates with UFO sightings in Wisconsin

Correlation r = 0.9111984 (Pearson correlation coefficient)
Correlation is a measure of how much the variables move together. If it is 0.99, when one goes up the other goes up. If it is 0.02, the connection is very weak or non-existent. If it is -0.99, then when one goes up the other goes down. If it is 1.00, you probably messed up your correlation function.

r2 = 0.8302826 (Coefficient of determination)
This means 83% of the change in the one variable (i.e., UFO sightings in Wisconsin) is predictable based on the change in the other (i.e., Popularity of the first name Kenzie) over the 46 years from 1976 through 2021.

p < 0.01, which is statistically significant(Null hypothesis significance test)
The p-value is 1.5E-18. 0.0000000000000000014798101103
The p-value is a measure of how probable it is that we would randomly find a result this extreme. More specifically the p-value is a measure of how probable it is that we would randomly find a result this extreme if we had only tested one pair of variables one time.

But I am a p-villain. I absolutely did not test only one pair of variables one time. I correlated hundreds of millions of pairs of variables. I threw boatloads of data into an industrial-sized blender to find this correlation.

Who is going to stop me? p-value reporting doesn't require me to report how many calculations I had to go through in order to find a low p-value!
On average, you will find a correaltion as strong as 0.91 in 1.5E-16% of random cases. Said differently, if you correlated 675,762,378,591,447,296 random variables You don't actually need 675 quadrillion variables to find a correlation like this one. I don't have that many variables in my database. You can also correlate variables that are not independent. I do this a lot.

p-value calculations are useful for understanding the probability of a result happening by chance. They are most useful when used to highlight the risk of a fluke outcome. For example, if you calculate a p-value of 0.30, the risk that the result is a fluke is high. It is good to know that! But there are lots of ways to get a p-value of less than 0.01, as evidenced by this project.

In this particular case, the values are so extreme as to be meaningless. That's why no one reports p-values with specificity after they drop below 0.01.

Just to be clear: I'm being completely transparent about the calculations. There is no math trickery. This is just how statistics shakes out when you calculate hundreds of millions of random correlations.
with the same 45 degrees of freedom, Degrees of freedom is a measure of how many free components we are testing. In this case it is 45 because we have two variables measured over a period of 46 years. It's just the number of years minus ( the number of variables minus one ), which in this case simplifies to the number of years minus one.
you would randomly expect to find a correlation as strong as this one.

[ 0.84, 0.95 ] 95% correlation confidence interval (using the Fisher z-transformation)
The confidence interval is an estimate the range of the value of the correlation coefficient, using the correlation itself as an input. The values are meant to be the low and high end of the correlation coefficient with 95% confidence.

This one is a bit more complciated than the other calculations, but I include it because many people have been pushing for confidence intervals instead of p-value calculations (for example: NEJM. However, if you are dredging data, you can reliably find yourself in the 5%. That's my goal!


All values for the years included above: If I were being very sneaky, I could trim years from the beginning or end of the datasets to increase the correlation on some pairs of variables. I don't do that because there are already plenty of correlations in my database without monkeying with the years.

Still, sometimes one of the variables has more years of data available than the other. This page only shows the overlapping years. To see all the years, click on "See what else correlates with..." link above.
1976197719781979198019811982198319841985198619871988198919901991199219931994199519961997199819992000200120022003200420052006200720082009201020112012201320142015201620172018201920202021
Popularity of the first name Kenzie (Babies born)112427373333444632425665777712715817716023519825225932133936131639641243051954066168171686710321218124113281155998846898786848680
UFO sightings in Wisconsin (UFO sightings)55144243451115510369516121936734879476250623856676060112152174142123119803912913231




Why this works

  1. Data dredging: I have 25,153 variables in my database. I compare all these variables against each other to find ones that randomly match up. That's 632,673,409 correlation calculations! This is called “data dredging.” Instead of starting with a hypothesis and testing it, I instead abused the data to see what correlations shake out. It’s a dangerous way to go about analysis, because any sufficiently large dataset will yield strong correlations completely at random.
  2. Lack of causal connection: There is probably Because these pages are automatically generated, it's possible that the two variables you are viewing are in fact causually related. I take steps to prevent the obvious ones from showing on the site (I don't let data about the weather in one city correlate with the weather in a neighboring city, for example), but sometimes they still pop up. If they are related, cool! You found a loophole.
    no direct connection between these variables, despite what the AI says above. This is exacerbated by the fact that I used "Years" as the base variable. Lots of things happen in a year that are not related to each other! Most studies would use something like "one person" in stead of "one year" to be the "thing" studied.
  3. Observations not independent: For many variables, sequential years are not independent of each other. If a population of people is continuously doing something every day, there is no reason to think they would suddenly change how they are doing that thing on January 1. A simple Personally I don't find any p-value calculation to be 'simple,' but you know what I mean.
    p-value calculation does not take this into account, so mathematically it appears less probable than it really is.




Try it yourself

You can calculate the values on this page on your own! Try running the Python code to see the calculation results. Step 1: Download and install Python on your computer.

Step 2: Open a plaintext editor like Notepad and paste the code below into it.

Step 3: Save the file as "calculate_correlation.py" in a place you will remember, like your desktop. Copy the file location to your clipboard. On Windows, you can right-click the file and click "Properties," and then copy what comes after "Location:" As an example, on my computer the location is "C:\Users\tyler\Desktop"

Step 4: Open a command line window. For example, by pressing start and typing "cmd" and them pressing enter.

Step 5: Install the required modules by typing "pip install numpy", then pressing enter, then typing "pip install scipy", then pressing enter.

Step 6: Navigate to the location where you saved the Python file by using the "cd" command. For example, I would type "cd C:\Users\tyler\Desktop" and push enter.

Step 7: Run the Python script by typing "python calculate_correlation.py"

If you run into any issues, I suggest asking ChatGPT to walk you through installing Python and running the code below on your system. Try this question:

"Walk me through installing Python on my computer to run a script that uses scipy and numpy. Go step-by-step and ask me to confirm before moving on. Start by asking me questions about my operating system so that you know how to proceed. Assume I want the simplest installation with the latest version of Python and that I do not currently have any of the necessary elements installed. Remember to only give me one step per response and confirm I have done it before proceeding."


# These modules make it easier to perform the calculation
import numpy as np
from scipy import stats

# We'll define a function that we can call to return the correlation calculations
def calculate_correlation(array1, array2):

    # Calculate Pearson correlation coefficient and p-value
    correlation, p_value = stats.pearsonr(array1, array2)

    # Calculate R-squared as the square of the correlation coefficient
    r_squared = correlation**2

    return correlation, r_squared, p_value

# These are the arrays for the variables shown on this page, but you can modify them to be any two sets of numbers
array_1 = np.array([11,24,27,37,33,33,44,46,32,42,56,65,77,77,127,158,177,160,235,198,252,259,321,339,361,316,396,412,430,519,540,661,681,716,867,1032,1218,1241,1328,1155,998,846,898,786,848,680,])
array_2 = np.array([5,5,1,4,4,2,4,3,4,5,1,11,5,5,10,3,6,9,5,16,12,19,36,73,48,79,47,62,50,62,38,56,67,60,60,112,152,174,142,123,119,80,39,129,132,31,])
array_1_name = "Popularity of the first name Kenzie"
array_2_name = "UFO sightings in Wisconsin"

# Perform the calculation
print(f"Calculating the correlation between {array_1_name} and {array_2_name}...")
correlation, r_squared, p_value = calculate_correlation(array_1, array_2)

# Print the results
print("Correlation Coefficient:", correlation)
print("R-squared:", r_squared)
print("P-value:", p_value)



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