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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 Loretta and the second variable is American Express Company's stock price (AXP).  The chart goes from 2002 to 2022, and the two variables track closely in value over that time. Small Image
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AI explanation

As the number of Loretta's grew, so did the demand for luxury handbags and fine dining experiences. This led to an overall boost in consumer spending, with a Loretta luxe effect that even American Express couldn't resist!

Model: dalle-3
Prompt: Prompt: In a futuristic metropolis, a technologically advanced shop window showcases a stunning array of holographic Loretta-themed merchandise. Gleaming mugs, keychains, and t-shirts emblazoned with the name "Loretta" in vibrant, neon letters captivate a crowd of ecstatic shoppers. As the crowd enters the store, their actions trigger a network of digital transactions, represented by pulsating streams of light connecting their American Express cards to the store's payment system. Above the bustling street, a dynamic digital billboard prominently displays the real-time stock price of American Express Company (AXP), its value soaring with each wave of consumer activity at the Loretta-themed store. Beneath the futuristic skyscrapers, the scene pulsates with a harmonious blend of cutting-edge technology and commercial excitement. 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 Loretta and American Express Company's stock price (AXP). 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: a Polaroid photo Psychedelic High-tech Hyper-realistic Parallax art
ChatGPT: High-tech

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 Loretta and American Express Company's stock price (AXP), in the following situation: The increase in popularity of the name Loretta led to a surge in Loretta-themed gifts, causing more people to use their American Express cards, boosting AXP stock. Loretta-themed purchases really "charged" up the market!. Keep the description simple.
ChatGPT: In a bustling city, a shop window displays a wide array of Loretta-themed gifts, including mugs, keychains, and t-shirts featuring the name Loretta in bold, colorful letters. A steady stream of people, all happily holding their American Express cards, are entering the shop, eager to purchase these popular items. Meanwhile, the stock price of American Express Company (AXP) is shown on a digital billboard alongside the street, steadily rising as more and more people make purchases using their American Express cards at the Loretta-themed store.

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: [ High-tech ] and depicting this scene: In a bustling city, a shop window displays a wide array of Loretta-themed gifts, including mugs, keychains, and t-shirts featuring the name Loretta in bold, colorful letters. A steady stream of people, all happily holding their American Express cards, are entering the shop, eager to purchase these popular items. Meanwhile, the stock price of American Express Company (AXP) is shown on a digital billboard alongside the street, steadily rising as more and more people make purchases using their American Express cards at the Loretta-themed store. Keep the visual depiction simple. Do not include any words or speech bubbles.
ChatGPT: Prompt: In a futuristic metropolis, a technologically advanced shop window showcases a stunning array of holographic Loretta-themed merchandise. Gleaming mugs, keychains, and t-shirts emblazoned with the name "Loretta" in vibrant, neon letters captivate a crowd of ecstatic shoppers. As the crowd enters the store, their actions trigger a network of digital transactions, represented by pulsating streams of light connecting their American Express cards to the store's payment system. Above the bustling street, a dynamic digital billboard prominently displays the real-time stock price of American Express Company (AXP), its value soaring with each wave of consumer activity at the Loretta-themed store. Beneath the futuristic skyscrapers, the scene pulsates with a harmonious blend of cutting-edge technology and commercial excitement.

*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 Loretta caused American Express Company's stock price (AXP) to increase. Include one good pun.

AI academic paper

(Because p < 0.01)
The Loretta Phenomena: A Witty Investigation into the Popping Stock Price of AXP

The Journal of Financial Quirks and Curiosities

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 witty academic researcher. Your writing sounds like it belongs in a statistics journal.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 Loretta and American Express Company's stock price (AXP). Make it seem dry like academic research paper, but with lots of subtle hidden offhand remarks, jokes, goofy observations, and puns.

Rhyme words in the title.

Your research team used data from US Social Security Administration and LSEG Analytics (Refinitiv) to assess this nagging question. You found a correlation coefficient of 0.9367554 and p < 0.01 for 2002 to 2022.

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 Loretta Phenomena: A Witty Investigation into the Popping Stock Price of AXP

[[ABSTRACT]]
This paper presents a whimsical analysis of the curious linkage between the popularity of the moniker "Loretta" and the performance of American Express Company's stock (AXP). By scrutinizing meticulously sourced data from the US Social Security Administration and LSEG Analytics (Refinitiv), our research team aimed to shed light on this delightful enigma. Our findings reveal a staggering correlation coefficient of 0.9367554 and a p-value less than 0.01 for the period spanning 2002 to 2022. This compelling, albeit slightly bemusing, discovery beckons further exploration into the inexplicable relationship between a name not overheard often and the financial market's whims. The paper concludes with a lighthearted nod to the intriguing potential of "LOL"-retta, leaving the reader both fascinated and just a touch tickled.


Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You are a witty academic researcher. Your writing sounds like it belongs in a statistics journal.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 Loretta and American Express Company's stock price (AXP). Make it seem dry like academic research paper, but with lots of subtle hidden offhand remarks, jokes, goofy observations, and puns. Stay serious and dry most of the time, but then occasionally let your wit shine through.

Here is the title and abstract of the paper:
[[TITLE]]
The Loretta Phenomena: A Witty Investigation into the Popping Stock Price of AXP

[[ABSTRACT]]
This paper presents a whimsical analysis of the curious linkage between the popularity of the moniker "Loretta" and the performance of American Express Company's stock (AXP). By scrutinizing meticulously sourced data from the US Social Security Administration and LSEG Analytics (Refinitiv), our research team aimed to shed light on this delightful enigma. Our findings reveal a staggering correlation coefficient of 0.9367554 and a p-value less than 0.01 for the period spanning 2002 to 2022. This compelling, albeit slightly bemusing, discovery beckons further exploration into the inexplicable relationship between a name not overheard often and the financial market's whims. The paper concludes with a lighthearted nod to the intriguing potential of "LOL"-retta, leaving the reader both fascinated and just a touch tickled.

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Your response should start like this:

[[INTRODUCTION]]



ChatGPT:
[[INTRODUCTION]]

"Never in the history of empirical research has a study been as intellectually invigorating, yet strikingly humorous, as the one we present to you today. We invite you to embark on a charming journey into the world of finance and nomenclature, exploring the peculiar connection between the popularity of the first name Loretta and the stock price of American Express Company (AXP). While on the surface these two entities may appear unrelated, our robust analysis promises to tickle your curiosity and perhaps even elicit a wry smile or two.

In this paper, we aim to entertain and enlighten, as we delve into the seemingly unlikely correlation between the eponym "Loretta" and the performance of AXP on the stock market. Through a rigorous examination of data meticulously sourced from the US Social Security Administration and LSEG Analytics (Refinitiv), we endeavor to unravel the whimsical mystery that has captivated our research team.

As we embark on this bewitching escapade, we implore the reader to embrace their sense of wonder and whimsy, for our findings are as captivating as a well-crafted punchline. With a correlation coefficient of 0.9367554 and a p-value less than 0.01 for the period spanning 2002 to 2022, the statistical significance of our observations cannot be understated. This unlikely relationship between a name seldom uttered and the fluctuating fortunes of a financial behemoth is as perplexing as it is intriguing.

We trust that the impish nature of our pursuit will infuse a dash of mirth into the often staid realm of academic inquiry. So, as we embark on this engaging exploration, let us raise a figurative eyebrow and savor the exquisite possibility of "LOL"-retta, leaving our readers both enthralled and just a tad amused."

Let the journey begin, and may the delightful Loretta lead us to intriguing discoveries amidst the numbers and stock tickers.


Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You are a witty academic researcher. Your writing sounds like it belongs in a statistics journal.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 Loretta and American Express Company's stock price (AXP). Make it seem dry like academic research paper, but with lots of subtle hidden offhand remarks, jokes, goofy observations, and puns.

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 name a couple popular internet memes that are related to one of the topics.

Here is the title and abstract of the paper:
[[TITLE]]
The Loretta Phenomena: A Witty Investigation into the Popping Stock Price of AXP

[[ABSTRACT]]
This paper presents a whimsical analysis of the curious linkage between the popularity of the moniker "Loretta" and the performance of American Express Company's stock (AXP). By scrutinizing meticulously sourced data from the US Social Security Administration and LSEG Analytics (Refinitiv), our research team aimed to shed light on this delightful enigma. Our findings reveal a staggering correlation coefficient of 0.9367554 and a p-value less than 0.01 for the period spanning 2002 to 2022. This compelling, albeit slightly bemusing, discovery beckons further exploration into the inexplicable relationship between a name not overheard often and the financial market's whims. The paper concludes with a lighthearted nod to the intriguing potential of "LOL"-retta, leaving the reader both fascinated and just a touch tickled.

-------

And here is the introduction section that led to this literature review:
[[INTRODUCTION]]
"Never in the history of empirical research has a study been as intellectually invigorating, yet strikingly humorous, as the one we present to you today. We invite you to embark on a charming journey into the world of finance and nomenclature, exploring the peculiar connection between the popularity of the first name Loretta and the stock price of American Express Company (AXP). While on the surface these two entities may appear unrelated, our robust analysis promises to tickle your curiosity and perhaps even elicit a wry smile or two.
In this paper, we aim to entertain and enlighten, as we delve into the seemingly unlikely correlation between the eponym "Loretta" and the performance of AXP on the stock market. Through a rigorous examination of data meticulously sourced from the US Social Security Administration and LSEG Analytics (Refinitiv), we endeavor to unravel the whimsical mystery that has captivated our research team.
As we embark on this bewitching escapade, we implore the reader to embrace their sense of wonder and whimsy, for our findings are as captivating as a well-crafted punchline. With a correlation coefficient of 0.9367554 and a p-value less than 0.01 for the period spanning 2002 to 2022, the statistical significance of our observations cannot be understated. This unlikely relationship between a name seldom uttered and the fluctuating fortunes of a financial behemoth is as perplexing as it is intriguing.
We trust that the impish nature of our pursuit will infuse a dash of mirth into the often staid realm of academic inquiry. So, as we embark on this engaging exploration, let us raise a figurative eyebrow and savor the exquisite possibility of "LOL"-retta, leaving our readers both enthralled and just a tad amused."
Let the journey begin, and may the delightful Loretta lead us to intriguing discoveries amidst the numbers and stock tickers.

-------

Your response should start like this:

[[LITERATURE REVIEW]]



ChatGPT:
[[LITERATURE REVIEW]]

Several academic studies have sought to delineate the intricate relationship between personal nomenclature and various sociocultural phenomena. Smith (2010) posits a stark positive correlation between the popularity of given names and their potential impact on individuals' life trajectories, including career choices and financial pursuits. Similarly, Doe (2015) delves into the psychological implications of nomenclature, asserting that names can influence perceptions and subsequently affect decision-making processes. Jones (2018) extends this line of inquiry to examine the cultural significance of names, elucidating their influence on collective behaviors and societal trends.

Transitioning to the realm of financial analysis, the work of Lorem and Ipsum (2013) provides a comprehensive overview of unconventional factors that can impact stock prices, albeit with a more serious tone than what will be the current authors' approach. Furthermore, their findings shed light on the role of zeitgeist and cultural phenomena, hinting at the potential influence of personal names on market dynamics.

In the domain of non-fiction literature, books such as "Freakonomics" by Steven D. Levitt and Stephen J. Dubner and "Predictably Irrational" by Dan Ariely explore unconventional correlations and behavioral economics, offering a captivating backdrop for our offbeat investigation. On a more fictional note, the works of Tom Robbins, particularly "Still Life with Woodpecker" and "Jitterbug Perfume," evoke the playful spirit of our current endeavor, infusing the research landscape with a touch of whimsy.

Moreover, pop culture phenomena such as the "Distracted Boyfriend" meme and the "Woman Yelling at a Cat" meme, both emblematic of internet humor and viral trends, provide a lighthearted point of reference for the unexpected and inexplicable correlations that occasionally permeate our collective consciousness.

As the authors embark on this intellectually stimulating yet delightfully lighthearted investigation, the intersection of personal names and financial markets promises to deliver a rich tapestry of unexpected insights, accompanied by a sprinkling of witticisms and a dash of amusement.


Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You are a witty academic researcher. Your writing sounds like it belongs in a statistics journal.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 Loretta and American Express Company's stock price (AXP). Make it seem dry like academic research paper, but with lots of subtle hidden offhand remarks, jokes, goofy observations, and puns. Stay serious and dry most of the time, but then occasionally let your wit shine through.

Your research team collected data from all across the internet, but mostly just used information from US Social Security Administration and LSEG Analytics (Refinitiv) . You used data from 2002 to 2022

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 Loretta Phenomena: A Witty Investigation into the Popping Stock Price of AXP

[[ABSTRACT]]
This paper presents a whimsical analysis of the curious linkage between the popularity of the moniker "Loretta" and the performance of American Express Company's stock (AXP). By scrutinizing meticulously sourced data from the US Social Security Administration and LSEG Analytics (Refinitiv), our research team aimed to shed light on this delightful enigma. Our findings reveal a staggering correlation coefficient of 0.9367554 and a p-value less than 0.01 for the period spanning 2002 to 2022. This compelling, albeit slightly bemusing, discovery beckons further exploration into the inexplicable relationship between a name not overheard often and the financial market's whims. The paper concludes with a lighthearted nod to the intriguing potential of "LOL"-retta, leaving the reader both fascinated and just a touch tickled.

[[INTRODUCTION]]
"Never in the history of empirical research has a study been as intellectually invigorating, yet strikingly humorous, as the one we present to you today. We invite you to embark on a charming journey into the world of finance and nomenclature, exploring the peculiar connection between the popularity of the first name Loretta and the stock price of American Express Company (AXP). While on the surface these two entities may appear unrelated, our robust analysis promises to tickle your curiosity and perhaps even elicit a wry smile or two.
In this paper, we aim to entertain and enlighten, as we delve into the seemingly unlikely correlation between the eponym "Loretta" and the performance of AXP on the stock market. Through a rigorous examination of data meticulously sourced from the US Social Security Administration and LSEG Analytics (Refinitiv), we endeavor to unravel the whimsical mystery that has captivated our research team.
As we embark on this bewitching escapade, we implore the reader to embrace their sense of wonder and whimsy, for our findings are as captivating as a well-crafted punchline. With a correlation coefficient of 0.9367554 and a p-value less than 0.01 for the period spanning 2002 to 2022, the statistical significance of our observations cannot be understated. This unlikely relationship between a name seldom uttered and the fluctuating fortunes of a financial behemoth is as perplexing as it is intriguing.
We trust that the impish nature of our pursuit will infuse a dash of mirth into the often staid realm of academic inquiry. So, as we embark on this engaging exploration, let us raise a figurative eyebrow and savor the exquisite possibility of "LOL"-retta, leaving our readers both enthralled and just a tad amused."
Let the journey begin, and may the delightful Loretta lead us to intriguing discoveries amidst the numbers and stock tickers.

-------

Your response should start like this:

[[METHODOLOGY]]



ChatGPT:

[[METHODOLOGY]]

To unravel the delightful enigma of the Loretta Phenomena and its purported influence on American Express Company's stock price (AXP), our research team embarked on a statistical odyssey characterized by meticulous data collection, rigorous analysis, and just a hint of whimsy.

Data Collection:
We began our expedition by scouring the vast expanse of the internet, seeking out the most authoritative and comprehensive sources of information on the popularity of the name "Loretta" and the fluctuations in AXP's stock price. The US Social Security Administration graciously provided us with historical data on the frequency of the name "Loretta" bestowed upon newborns in the United States, while LSEG Analytics (Refinitiv) furnished us with a treasure trove of daily stock price data for AXP from 2002 to 2022. We then meticulously cleansed and synchronized these datasets, ensuring that our journey into the whimsical realm of statistical analysis was bereft of erroneous detours and misleading signposts.

Statistical Analysis:
Armed with an arsenal of statistical tools and a dollop of mirth, we set out to unravel the mystifying connection between the name "Loretta" and the performance of AXP on the stock market. Our intrepid analysis commenced with the calculation of the correlation coefficient between the popularity of "Loretta" and AXP's stock price, yielding a boggling coefficient of 0.9367554. Additionally, our p-value, as determined through a rigorous statistical evaluation, was found to be less than 0.01, affirming the robustness of our findings and infusing our exploration with a touch of statistical absurdity.

Further Tidbits:
While our definitive investigation took center stage, we couldn't resist interspersing our methodology with an assortment of subtle puns and whimsical asides, affirming that scholarly pursuit need not be dreary and dull. Our methodology embodies the spirit of scientific inquiry while embracing an impish flair, inviting our esteemed readers to partake in this playful romp through the realms of finance and nomenclature.

As our data-driven odyssey culminated in a mirthful revelation, our methodology stands proud as a testament to lighthearted scholarship and the exuberant exploration of the unforeseen connections that populate the boundless landscape of data analysis.


Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You are a witty academic researcher. Your writing sounds like it belongs in a statistics journal.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 Loretta and American Express Company's stock price (AXP). Make it seem dry like academic research paper, but with lots of subtle hidden offhand remarks, jokes, goofy observations, and puns. Stay serious and dry most of the time, but then occasionally let your wit shine through.

Your research team collected data from all across the internet, but mostly just used information from US Social Security Administration and LSEG Analytics (Refinitiv) .

For the time period 2002 to 2022, you found a correlation 0.9367554, r-squared of 0.8775107, 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 Loretta Phenomena: A Witty Investigation into the Popping Stock Price of AXP

[[ABSTRACT]]
This paper presents a whimsical analysis of the curious linkage between the popularity of the moniker "Loretta" and the performance of American Express Company's stock (AXP). By scrutinizing meticulously sourced data from the US Social Security Administration and LSEG Analytics (Refinitiv), our research team aimed to shed light on this delightful enigma. Our findings reveal a staggering correlation coefficient of 0.9367554 and a p-value less than 0.01 for the period spanning 2002 to 2022. This compelling, albeit slightly bemusing, discovery beckons further exploration into the inexplicable relationship between a name not overheard often and the financial market's whims. The paper concludes with a lighthearted nod to the intriguing potential of "LOL"-retta, leaving the reader both fascinated and just a touch tickled.

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And here is the methodology section that led to this result:
[[METHODOLOGY]]
"Never in the history of empirical research has a study been as intellectually invigorating, yet strikingly humorous, as the one we present to you today. We invite you to embark on a charming journey into the world of finance and nomenclature, exploring the peculiar connection between the popularity of the first name Loretta and the stock price of American Express Company (AXP). While on the surface these two entities may appear unrelated, our robust analysis promises to tickle your curiosity and perhaps even elicit a wry smile or two.
In this paper, we aim to entertain and enlighten, as we delve into the seemingly unlikely correlation between the eponym "Loretta" and the performance of AXP on the stock market. Through a rigorous examination of data meticulously sourced from the US Social Security Administration and LSEG Analytics (Refinitiv), we endeavor to unravel the whimsical mystery that has captivated our research team.
As we embark on this bewitching escapade, we implore the reader to embrace their sense of wonder and whimsy, for our findings are as captivating as a well-crafted punchline. With a correlation coefficient of 0.9367554 and a p-value less than 0.01 for the period spanning 2002 to 2022, the statistical significance of our observations cannot be understated. This unlikely relationship between a name seldom uttered and the fluctuating fortunes of a financial behemoth is as perplexing as it is intriguing.
We trust that the impish nature of our pursuit will infuse a dash of mirth into the often staid realm of academic inquiry. So, as we embark on this engaging exploration, let us raise a figurative eyebrow and savor the exquisite possibility of "LOL"-retta, leaving our readers both enthralled and just a tad amused."
Let the journey begin, and may the delightful Loretta lead us to intriguing discoveries amidst the numbers and stock tickers.

-------

Your response should start like this:

[[RESULTS]]



ChatGPT:

[[RESULTS]]

The data from the US Social Security Administration and LSEG Analytics (Refinitiv) led to a rather unexpected yet delightfully compelling revelation. The correlation between the popularity of the first name Loretta and the stock price of American Express Company (AXP) from 2002 to 2022 was found to be a staggering 0.9367554, with an r-squared of 0.8775107, and a p-value less than 0.01. This correlation, much like a good play on words, was strikingly robust and left our research team both bemused and intrigued.

The scatterplot (Fig. 1) in our lighthearted and quizzical analysis aptly showcases the strong relationship between the two variables, much like the unlikely bond between a punchline and a chuckle. The figure, much like a well-timed quip, captures the essence of this unlikely connection, leaving the reader with a raised eyebrow and a hint of amusement.

In conclusion, our statistically significant findings invite further exploration into the whimsical marriage of "LOL"-retta and AXP, enticing the reader to ponder the delightful mysteries and possibilities that lie at the intersection of nomenclature and financial markets. The "Loretta Phenomena," much like a good jest, promises to provoke thought and perhaps even a knowing smile, as we journey through the enchanting enigma of statistical correlations and unexpected connections.


Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You are a witty academic researcher. Your writing sounds like it belongs in a statistics journal.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 Loretta and American Express Company's stock price (AXP). Make it seem dry like academic research paper, but with lots of subtle hidden offhand remarks, jokes, goofy observations, and puns. Stay serious and dry most of the time, but then occasionally let your wit shine through.

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 Loretta Phenomena: A Witty Investigation into the Popping Stock Price of AXP

[[ABSTRACT]]
This paper presents a whimsical analysis of the curious linkage between the popularity of the moniker "Loretta" and the performance of American Express Company's stock (AXP). By scrutinizing meticulously sourced data from the US Social Security Administration and LSEG Analytics (Refinitiv), our research team aimed to shed light on this delightful enigma. Our findings reveal a staggering correlation coefficient of 0.9367554 and a p-value less than 0.01 for the period spanning 2002 to 2022. This compelling, albeit slightly bemusing, discovery beckons further exploration into the inexplicable relationship between a name not overheard often and the financial market's whims. The paper concludes with a lighthearted nod to the intriguing potential of "LOL"-retta, leaving the reader both fascinated and just a touch tickled.

[[LITERATURE REVIEW]]
Several academic studies have sought to delineate the intricate relationship between personal nomenclature and various sociocultural phenomena. Smith (2010) posits a stark positive correlation between the popularity of given names and their potential impact on individuals' life trajectories, including career choices and financial pursuits. Similarly, Doe (2015) delves into the psychological implications of nomenclature, asserting that names can influence perceptions and subsequently affect decision-making processes. Jones (2018) extends this line of inquiry to examine the cultural significance of names, elucidating their influence on collective behaviors and societal trends.
Transitioning to the realm of financial analysis, the work of Lorem and Ipsum (2013) provides a comprehensive overview of unconventional factors that can impact stock prices, albeit with a more serious tone than what will be the current authors' approach. Furthermore, their findings shed light on the role of zeitgeist and cultural phenomena, hinting at the potential influence of personal names on market dynamics.
In the domain of non-fiction literature, books such as "Freakonomics" by Steven D. Levitt and Stephen J. Dubner and "Predictably Irrational" by Dan Ariely explore unconventional correlations and behavioral economics, offering a captivating backdrop for our offbeat investigation. On a more fictional note, the works of Tom Robbins, particularly "Still Life with Woodpecker" and "Jitterbug Perfume," evoke the playful spirit of our current endeavor, infusing the research landscape with a touch of whimsy.
Moreover, pop culture phenomena such as the "Distracted Boyfriend" meme and the "Woman Yelling at a Cat" meme, both emblematic of internet humor and viral trends, provide a lighthearted point of reference for the unexpected and inexplicable correlations that occasionally permeate our collective consciousness.
As the authors embark on this intellectually stimulating yet delightfully lighthearted investigation, the intersection of personal names and financial markets promises to deliver a rich tapestry of unexpected insights, accompanied by a sprinkling of witticisms and a dash of amusement.

[[RESULTS]]
The data from the US Social Security Administration and LSEG Analytics (Refinitiv) led to a rather unexpected yet delightfully compelling revelation. The correlation between the popularity of the first name Loretta and the stock price of American Express Company (AXP) from 2002 to 2022 was found to be a staggering 0.9367554, with an r-squared of 0.8775107, and a p-value less than 0.01. This correlation, much like a good play on words, was strikingly robust and left our research team both bemused and intrigued.
The scatterplot (Fig. 1) in our lighthearted and quizzical analysis aptly showcases the strong relationship between the two variables, much like the unlikely bond between a punchline and a chuckle. The figure, much like a well-timed quip, captures the essence of this unlikely connection, leaving the reader with a raised eyebrow and a hint of amusement.
In conclusion, our statistically significant findings invite further exploration into the whimsical marriage of "LOL"-retta and AXP, enticing the reader to ponder the delightful mysteries and possibilities that lie at the intersection of nomenclature and financial markets. The "Loretta Phenomena," much like a good jest, promises to provoke thought and perhaps even a knowing smile, as we journey through the enchanting enigma of statistical correlations and unexpected connections.

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Your response should start like this:

[[DISCUSSION]]



ChatGPT:

[[DISCUSSION]]

The findings of this study remarkably corroborate earlier research on the influence of personal names on sociocultural and financial phenomena. The positive correlation between the popularity of the name "Loretta" and the stock price of American Express Company (AXP) not only defies conventional wisdom but also aligns with the findings of Smith (2010) and Lorem and Ipsum (2013), shedding light on the potential impact of nomenclature on market dynamics. It appears that the whimsical marriage of "LOL"-retta and AXP has emerged as a resolute statistical relationship, akin to a playful inside joke hidden in the complex world of financial analysis.

The robust correlation coefficient (0.9367554) and substantial r-squared value (0.8775107) offer compelling evidence for the unanticipated connection between a moniker not commonly resonating in everyday conversations and the performance of a prominent financial institution. These statistical parameters, much like a well-crafted pun, underscore the unexpected yet captivating nature of this curious linkage. Furthermore, the p-value below 0.01 solidifies the statistical significance of the association, reminiscent of the precise timing required for a seamless comedic punchline.

The scatterplot (Fig. 1) vividly encapsulates the strong relationship between the popularity of the name "Loretta" and AXP's stock price, mirroring the unexpected yet delightful bond akin to an unexpected quirk in a well-structured narrative. This graphical representation, much like a well-timed joke, conveys the essence of the statistical connection, leaving the reader with an exuberant raise of the eyebrows and, perhaps, a subtle chuckle.

Our findings challenge traditional notions and offer a whimsical perspective on the potential influence of personal names on financial markets. The "Loretta Phenomena," akin to a cleverly crafted humorous anecdote, beckons further investigation into the mysterious interplay of nomenclature and market dynamics. This study beckons the curious reader to consider the unexpected potential of a name not heard frequently, much like a well-placed quip that sparks amusement and piques thoughtful contemplation.

The interplay between personal nomenclature and financial markets, much like the unexpected twist in an enthralling story, perpetuates the captivating allure of this unconventional yet statistically supported correlation, raising a knowing smile and a renewed curiosity for the delightful mysteries that reside at the intersection of nomenclature and market dynamics.


Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You are a witty academic researcher. Your writing sounds like it belongs in a statistics journal.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 Loretta and American Express Company's stock price (AXP). Make it seem dry like academic research paper, but with lots of subtle hidden offhand remarks, jokes, goofy observations, and puns. Stay serious and dry most of the time, but then occasionally let your wit shine through.

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 Loretta Phenomena: A Witty Investigation into the Popping Stock Price of AXP

[[ABSTRACT]]
This paper presents a whimsical analysis of the curious linkage between the popularity of the moniker "Loretta" and the performance of American Express Company's stock (AXP). By scrutinizing meticulously sourced data from the US Social Security Administration and LSEG Analytics (Refinitiv), our research team aimed to shed light on this delightful enigma. Our findings reveal a staggering correlation coefficient of 0.9367554 and a p-value less than 0.01 for the period spanning 2002 to 2022. This compelling, albeit slightly bemusing, discovery beckons further exploration into the inexplicable relationship between a name not overheard often and the financial market's whims. The paper concludes with a lighthearted nod to the intriguing potential of "LOL"-retta, leaving the reader both fascinated and just a touch tickled.

[[INTRDUCTION]]
"Never in the history of empirical research has a study been as intellectually invigorating, yet strikingly humorous, as the one we present to you today. We invite you to embark on a charming journey into the world of finance and nomenclature, exploring the peculiar connection between the popularity of the first name Loretta and the stock price of American Express Company (AXP). While on the surface these two entities may appear unrelated, our robust analysis promises to tickle your curiosity and perhaps even elicit a wry smile or two.
In this paper, we aim to entertain and enlighten, as we delve into the seemingly unlikely correlation between the eponym "Loretta" and the performance of AXP on the stock market. Through a rigorous examination of data meticulously sourced from the US Social Security Administration and LSEG Analytics (Refinitiv), we endeavor to unravel the whimsical mystery that has captivated our research team.
As we embark on this bewitching escapade, we implore the reader to embrace their sense of wonder and whimsy, for our findings are as captivating as a well-crafted punchline. With a correlation coefficient of 0.9367554 and a p-value less than 0.01 for the period spanning 2002 to 2022, the statistical significance of our observations cannot be understated. This unlikely relationship between a name seldom uttered and the fluctuating fortunes of a financial behemoth is as perplexing as it is intriguing.
We trust that the impish nature of our pursuit will infuse a dash of mirth into the often staid realm of academic inquiry. So, as we embark on this engaging exploration, let us raise a figurative eyebrow and savor the exquisite possibility of "LOL"-retta, leaving our readers both enthralled and just a tad amused."
Let the journey begin, and may the delightful Loretta lead us to intriguing discoveries amidst the numbers and stock tickers.

[[RESULTS]]
The data from the US Social Security Administration and LSEG Analytics (Refinitiv) led to a rather unexpected yet delightfully compelling revelation. The correlation between the popularity of the first name Loretta and the stock price of American Express Company (AXP) from 2002 to 2022 was found to be a staggering 0.9367554, with an r-squared of 0.8775107, and a p-value less than 0.01. This correlation, much like a good play on words, was strikingly robust and left our research team both bemused and intrigued.
The scatterplot (Fig. 1) in our lighthearted and quizzical analysis aptly showcases the strong relationship between the two variables, much like the unlikely bond between a punchline and a chuckle. The figure, much like a well-timed quip, captures the essence of this unlikely connection, leaving the reader with a raised eyebrow and a hint of amusement.
In conclusion, our statistically significant findings invite further exploration into the whimsical marriage of "LOL"-retta and AXP, enticing the reader to ponder the delightful mysteries and possibilities that lie at the intersection of nomenclature and financial markets. The "Loretta Phenomena," much like a good jest, promises to provoke thought and perhaps even a knowing smile, as we journey through the enchanting enigma of statistical correlations and unexpected connections.

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Your response should start like this:

[[CONCLUSION]]



ChatGPT:

[[CONCLUSION]]

In wrapping up our whimsical journey through the intersection of nomenclature and financial market performance, our findings have left us both delighted and intrigued. The striking correlation between the popularity of the first name Loretta and the stock price of American Express Company (AXP) from 2002 to 2022, with a correlation coefficient of 0.9367554, has certainly raised more than a few eyebrows among our research team, much like a well-timed pun. The statistical robustness of this unlikely relationship has brought to light the possibility of the "LOL"-retta effect, leaving us with a sly, knowing grin as we contemplate the curious twists and turns of the data.

Our scatterplot (Fig. 1) aptly encapsulates the essence of this unexpected connection, much like a clever jest that leaves the audience with a lingering sense of amusement. As we reflect on our findings, the sheer delight of this endeavor beckons further exploration into the delightful mysteries and potentials that lie within the seemingly improbable linkage between a name and stock performance.

In light of these compelling results, we assert that no further research is needed in this area. The "Loretta Phenomena," much like a perfectly-timed punchline, has left us thoroughly entertained and just a little bit charmed.


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 Loretta Phenomena: A Witty Investigation into the Popping Stock Price of AXP. Respond only with the name of a fictional academic journal.

ChatGPT:

The Journal of Financial Quirks and Curiosities


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 Loretta Phenomena: A Witty Investigation into the Popping Stock Price of AXP. Respond only with the name of a fictional organization.

ChatGPT:

The Whimsical Economic Research Institute


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 Loretta Phenomena: A Witty Investigation into the Popping Stock Price of AXP with an abstract of This paper presents a whimsical analysis of the curious linkage between the popularity of the moniker "Loretta" and the performance of American Express Company's stock (AXP). By scrutinizing meticulously sourced data from the US Social Security Administration and LSEG Analytics (Refinitiv), our research team aimed to shed light on this delightful enigma. Our findings reveal a staggering correlation coefficient of 0.9367554 and a p-value less than 0.01 for the period spanning 2002 to 2022. This compelling, albeit slightly bemusing, discovery beckons further exploration into the inexplicable relationship between a name not overheard often and the financial market's whims. The paper concludes with a lighthearted nod to the intriguing potential of "LOL"-retta, leaving the reader both fascinated and just a touch tickled.

ChatGPT:

"Loretta stock price correlation," "American Express Company stock performance," "Loretta popularity data," "AXP stock price analysis," "social trends and stock prices," "correlation between names and stock market," "financial market phenomena," "correlation coefficient in stock analysis," "whimsical stock market analysis," "humorous stock market research," "LOL-retta and stock prices," "unusual stock performance correlations."

*There is a bunch of Python happening behind the scenes to turn this prompt sequence into a PDF.



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Data details

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

American Express Company's stock price (AXP)
Detailed data title: Opening price of American Express Company (AXP) on the first trading day of the year
Source: LSEG Analytics (Refinitiv)
Additional Info: Via Microsoft Excel Stockhistory function

See what else correlates with American Express Company's stock price (AXP)

Correlation r = 0.9367554 (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 = 0.8775107 (Coefficient of determination)
This means 87.8% of the change in the one variable (i.e., American Express Company's stock price (AXP)) is predictable based on the change in the other (i.e., Popularity of the first name Loretta) over the 21 years from 2002 through 2022.

p < 0.01, which is statistically significant(Null hypothesis significance test)
The p-value is 4.2E-10. 0.0000000004162104606468601000
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 0.94 in 4.2E-8% of random cases. Said differently, if you correlated 2,402,630,627 random variables You don't actually need 2 billion 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 20 degrees of freedom, Degrees of freedom is a measure of how many free components we are testing. In this case it is 20 because we have two variables measured over a period of 21 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.

[ 0.85, 0.97 ] 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.
200220032004200520062007200820092010201120122013201420152016201720182019202020212022
Popularity of the first name Loretta (Babies born)7680901031131051098496111123120179219240229231252271299342
American Express Company's stock price (AXP) (Stock price)31.3431.4742.5849.7651.761.1852.0918.5740.8143.348.358.3390.993.1768.0974.8999.7393.91124.66121.3164.51




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([76,80,90,103,113,105,109,84,96,111,123,120,179,219,240,229,231,252,271,299,342,])
array_2 = np.array([31.34,31.47,42.58,49.76,51.7,61.18,52.09,18.57,40.81,43.3,48.3,58.33,90.9,93.17,68.09,74.89,99.73,93.91,124.66,121.3,164.51,])
array_1_name = "Popularity of the first name Loretta"
array_2_name = "American Express Company's stock price (AXP)"

# 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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