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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 Sterling and the second variable is Season wins for the Kansas City Chiefs.  The chart goes from 1975 to 2022, and the two variables track closely in value over that time. Small Image
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AI explanation

More people named Sterling were bringing good luck to the team, or perhaps someone started a rumor that naming your child Sterling guaranteed sports success. Remember, a Sterling by any other name would still lead the Chiefs to victory!

Model: dalle-3
Prompt: Generate an image in the style of a Discovery magazine cover featuring a striking scene of a vibrant crowd gathered around a magnificent sterling silver trophy. On one side of the image, the victorious Kansas City Chiefs football team exuberantly celebrates their hard-earned triumph on the field, proudly showcasing their season wins. Meanwhile, the air resonates with the undeniable presence of success, as the name Sterling gains widespread recognition, and the team continues to revel in successive victories. 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 Sterling and Season wins for the Kansas City Chiefs. 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: Charcoal A Discovery magazine cover image a Polaroid photo Voxel art Psychedelic
ChatGPT: A Discovery magazine cover image

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 Sterling and Season wins for the Kansas City Chiefs, in the following situation: As the name Sterling gained popularity, more people started associating it with valuable traits, like sterling silver. Unbeknownst to most, this subconscious connection led the Kansas City Chiefs to "win" with sterling performances on the field.. Keep the description simple.
ChatGPT: A crowd of people gathers around a large sterling silver trophy, admiring its beauty and value. On the other side of the scene, the Kansas City Chiefs football team celebrate a hard-earned victory on the field, proudly displaying their season wins. The resonance of the two successes fills the air, as the name Sterling gains popularity and the team continues to triumph.

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: [ A Discovery magazine cover image ] and depicting this scene: A crowd of people gathers around a large sterling silver trophy, admiring its beauty and value. On the other side of the scene, the Kansas City Chiefs football team celebrate a hard-earned victory on the field, proudly displaying their season wins. The resonance of the two successes fills the air, as the name Sterling gains popularity and the team continues to triumph. Keep the visual depiction simple. Do not include any words or speech bubbles.
ChatGPT: Generate an image in the style of a Discovery magazine cover featuring a striking scene of a vibrant crowd gathered around a magnificent sterling silver trophy. On one side of the image, the victorious Kansas City Chiefs football team exuberantly celebrates their hard-earned triumph on the field, proudly showcasing their season wins. Meanwhile, the air resonates with the undeniable presence of success, as the name Sterling gains widespread recognition, and the team continues to revel in successive victories.

*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 Sterling caused Season wins for the Kansas City Chiefs to increase. Add a funny one-liner at the end.

AI academic paper

(Because p < 0.01)
Sterling Silver Linings Playbook: The Impact of the Name Sterling on the Kansas City Chiefs' Season Wins

Journal of Sports Psychology and Performance

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 silly 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 Sterling and Season wins for the Kansas City Chiefs. 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 Pro-Football-Reference.com to assess this nagging question. You found a correlation coefficient of 0.6823378 and p < 0.01 for 1975 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]]
Sterling Silver Linings Playbook: The Impact of the Name Sterling on the Kansas City Chiefs' Season Wins

[[ABSTRACT]]
In this research, we investigated the intriguing link between the popularity of the first name Sterling and the season wins of the Kansas City Chiefs. Our study utilized data from the US Social Security Administration and Pro-Football-Reference.com to delve into this captivating conundrum. The heart of our findings revealed a significant correlation coefficient of 0.6823378 with p < 0.01 for the years spanning from 1975 to 2022.

The results of our study indicated a noteworthy association between the frequency of the name Sterling and the performance of the Kansas City Chiefs, prompting us to ponder if this quirky correlation might be a serendipitous "sterling" coincidence. It seems that when it comes to victories for the Chiefs, having a name like Sterling may indeed bring about some "sterling" outcomes. As the saying goes, "All that glitters is not gold, sometimes it's a winning streak correlated with a name!"

Overall, our research sheds light on an unusual and playful relationship between the name Sterling and the triumphs of the Kansas City Chiefs, leaving us with a tongue-in-cheek wonder - is the key to gridiron success as simple as having a "sterling" name?


Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You are a silly 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 Sterling and Season wins for the Kansas City Chiefs. You can't resist a good dad joke. Add a relevant dad joke related to the content every couple of sentences. 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]]
Sterling Silver Linings Playbook: The Impact of the Name Sterling on the Kansas City Chiefs' Season Wins

[[ABSTRACT]]
In this research, we investigated the intriguing link between the popularity of the first name Sterling and the season wins of the Kansas City Chiefs. Our study utilized data from the US Social Security Administration and Pro-Football-Reference.com to delve into this captivating conundrum. The heart of our findings revealed a significant correlation coefficient of 0.6823378 with p < 0.01 for the years spanning from 1975 to 2022.

The results of our study indicated a noteworthy association between the frequency of the name Sterling and the performance of the Kansas City Chiefs, prompting us to ponder if this quirky correlation might be a serendipitous "sterling" coincidence. It seems that when it comes to victories for the Chiefs, having a name like Sterling may indeed bring about some "sterling" outcomes. As the saying goes, "All that glitters is not gold, sometimes it's a winning streak correlated with a name!"

Overall, our research sheds light on an unusual and playful relationship between the name Sterling and the triumphs of the Kansas City Chiefs, leaving us with a tongue-in-cheek wonder - is the key to gridiron success as simple as having a "sterling" name?

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Your response should start like this:

[[INTRODUCTION]]



ChatGPT:
[[INTRODUCTION]]

Studies examining the influence of personal names on individuals' lives have always piqued the curiosity of researchers. The impact of a name's popularity on a person's success has sparked many intriguing discussions, or as we like to call it, "the naming game"! In the world of professional sports, the connection between a player's performance and their name has often been a matter of playful speculation. Our research takes this whimsical inquiry one step further by investigating the potential correlation between the first name Sterling and the season wins of the Kansas City Chiefs, delving into the realm of "name game" dynamics.

As wry researchers, we cannot help but crack a dad joke to shed some lightheartedness on our serious pursuit. Why did the football team bring a ladder to the game? Because they wanted to kick a "high" field goal! Similarly, our study seeks to elevate the understanding of a seemingly unexpected connection between nomenclature and gridiron triumphs.

The Kansas City Chiefs, a storied franchise in the National Football League, have seen highs and lows, victories and defeats. Yet amidst the roar of fans and the clash of helmets, could there be an unusual influencer playing a part that is "sterling" in nature? Our study aims to answer this question by analyzing the historical patterns of first name occurrence and the performance of the Chiefs. We're not just tackling ordinary problems; we're venturing into the pun-ditry of "name performance analytics"!

Our inquiry explores the potential impact of a first name that evokes connotations of excellence and quality - Sterling. As researchers, we find ourselves caught up in the pun-derful alliteration of "sterling" successes and "sterling" names, wondering if a name indeed holds the "key" to unlocking a team's potential for gridiron glory.

Stay tuned for the following sections, where we delve deeper into the methodology and results of our investigation, guiding you through this "game-changing" journey of name association and NFL outcomes. After all, as they say, "What's in a name? Apparently, it might just be the secret sauce for a winning season!"


Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You are a silly 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 Sterling and Season wins for the Kansas City Chiefs. 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 name a few real TV shows that sound like they might be relevant to the topic that you watched as research.

Here is the title and abstract of the paper:
[[TITLE]]
Sterling Silver Linings Playbook: The Impact of the Name Sterling on the Kansas City Chiefs' Season Wins

[[ABSTRACT]]
In this research, we investigated the intriguing link between the popularity of the first name Sterling and the season wins of the Kansas City Chiefs. Our study utilized data from the US Social Security Administration and Pro-Football-Reference.com to delve into this captivating conundrum. The heart of our findings revealed a significant correlation coefficient of 0.6823378 with p < 0.01 for the years spanning from 1975 to 2022.

The results of our study indicated a noteworthy association between the frequency of the name Sterling and the performance of the Kansas City Chiefs, prompting us to ponder if this quirky correlation might be a serendipitous "sterling" coincidence. It seems that when it comes to victories for the Chiefs, having a name like Sterling may indeed bring about some "sterling" outcomes. As the saying goes, "All that glitters is not gold, sometimes it's a winning streak correlated with a name!"

Overall, our research sheds light on an unusual and playful relationship between the name Sterling and the triumphs of the Kansas City Chiefs, leaving us with a tongue-in-cheek wonder - is the key to gridiron success as simple as having a "sterling" name?

-------

And here is the introduction section that led to this literature review:
[[INTRODUCTION]]
Studies examining the influence of personal names on individuals' lives have always piqued the curiosity of researchers. The impact of a name's popularity on a person's success has sparked many intriguing discussions, or as we like to call it, "the naming game"! In the world of professional sports, the connection between a player's performance and their name has often been a matter of playful speculation. Our research takes this whimsical inquiry one step further by investigating the potential correlation between the first name Sterling and the season wins of the Kansas City Chiefs, delving into the realm of "name game" dynamics.
As wry researchers, we cannot help but crack a dad joke to shed some lightheartedness on our serious pursuit. Why did the football team bring a ladder to the game? Because they wanted to kick a "high" field goal! Similarly, our study seeks to elevate the understanding of a seemingly unexpected connection between nomenclature and gridiron triumphs.
The Kansas City Chiefs, a storied franchise in the National Football League, have seen highs and lows, victories and defeats. Yet amidst the roar of fans and the clash of helmets, could there be an unusual influencer playing a part that is "sterling" in nature? Our study aims to answer this question by analyzing the historical patterns of first name occurrence and the performance of the Chiefs. We're not just tackling ordinary problems; we're venturing into the pun-ditry of "name performance analytics"!
Our inquiry explores the potential impact of a first name that evokes connotations of excellence and quality - Sterling. As researchers, we find ourselves caught up in the pun-derful alliteration of "sterling" successes and "sterling" names, wondering if a name indeed holds the "key" to unlocking a team's potential for gridiron glory.
Stay tuned for the following sections, where we delve deeper into the methodology and results of our investigation, guiding you through this "game-changing" journey of name association and NFL outcomes. After all, as they say, "What's in a name? Apparently, it might just be the secret sauce for a winning season!"

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Your response should start like this:

[[LITERATURE REVIEW]]



ChatGPT:
[[LITERATURE REVIEW]]

The notion that a person's name might play a role in their success has been a topic of fascination for scholars across various disciplines. In "Smith et al.'s study," the authors posit that individuals with certain names may unconsciously embody the characteristics associated with that name, influencing their life choices and outcomes. While this theory has been a subject of lively debate, our research delves into the playful realm of sports nomenclature to explore the potential impact of the name Sterling on the performance of the Kansas City Chiefs.

Speaking of inconspicuous influences, did you hear about the football team made up of vegetables? Their name was the Kansas City Chardonnays! However, we must move past these "corny" jokes and delve into the "beet" of our findings.

In "Doe's research," the authors delve into the psychology of names and societal perceptions, highlighting the potential influence of a name on an individual's self-image. We extend this line of thought to the realm of professional sports, where players' names are often celebrated and become part of their athletic identity. Could the name Sterling serve as a "sterling" badge of honor for players, subtly fueling their on-field prowess? Our study aims to explore this seemingly far-fetched hypothesis in the context of the Kansas City Chiefs' seasons.

Bringing a touch of whimsy to our inquiry, we draw inspiration from the acclaimed work "The Name Book," which delves into the cultural, historical, and linguistic significance of names. It seems only fitting to consider the potential impact of a name as "sterling" as Sterling on the victories and defeats of a prominent NFL team. It's almost as if the gridiron itself is a stage for a dramatic play on words, with the Chiefs' seasons unfolding as a "sterling silver linings playbook" of sorts.

Now, let's take a fictional turn and draw insights from the enigmatic world of literature. In the classic novel "The Great Gatsby" by F. Scott Fitzgerald, the character Jay Gatsby exudes an air of opulence and prestige, reminiscent of the connotations associated with the name Sterling. Similarly, we ponder if the Kansas City Chiefs' successes and setbacks are entwined with the "Gatsby-esque" allure of the name Sterling. It's as though the gridiron becomes a stage for a sporting adaptation of this iconic tale, with the Chiefs chasing their "sterling" dreams of victory.

Moving from the realm of literature to pop culture, we take a lighthearted detour into TV shows that might offer insights into our inquiry. "The Crown" presents a regal backdrop for tales of power and influence, mirroring the potential impact of the name Sterling on the Chiefs' performance. Meanwhile, "Game of Thrones" offers parallels to the fierce battles waged on the gridiron, inviting contemplation of whether a "sterling" name might hold the key to dominance in this modern-day "game of thrones".

As we tread the fine line between academic inquiry and playful speculation, our study aims to uncover the intriguing dynamics at play in the intersection of nomenclature and NFL triumphs. Stay tuned for the following sections, where we embark on a "playful" statistical analysis of the data and unveil the "name game" dynamics at play in the world of professional football. After all, in the end zone of academic curiosity, it's not just about the touchdowns – sometimes, it's about the puns!




Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You are a silly 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 Sterling and Season wins for the Kansas City Chiefs. You can't resist a good dad joke. Add a relevant dad joke related to the content every couple of sentences. 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 Pro-Football-Reference.com . You used data from 1975 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]]
Sterling Silver Linings Playbook: The Impact of the Name Sterling on the Kansas City Chiefs' Season Wins

[[ABSTRACT]]
In this research, we investigated the intriguing link between the popularity of the first name Sterling and the season wins of the Kansas City Chiefs. Our study utilized data from the US Social Security Administration and Pro-Football-Reference.com to delve into this captivating conundrum. The heart of our findings revealed a significant correlation coefficient of 0.6823378 with p < 0.01 for the years spanning from 1975 to 2022.

The results of our study indicated a noteworthy association between the frequency of the name Sterling and the performance of the Kansas City Chiefs, prompting us to ponder if this quirky correlation might be a serendipitous "sterling" coincidence. It seems that when it comes to victories for the Chiefs, having a name like Sterling may indeed bring about some "sterling" outcomes. As the saying goes, "All that glitters is not gold, sometimes it's a winning streak correlated with a name!"

Overall, our research sheds light on an unusual and playful relationship between the name Sterling and the triumphs of the Kansas City Chiefs, leaving us with a tongue-in-cheek wonder - is the key to gridiron success as simple as having a "sterling" name?

[[INTRODUCTION]]
Studies examining the influence of personal names on individuals' lives have always piqued the curiosity of researchers. The impact of a name's popularity on a person's success has sparked many intriguing discussions, or as we like to call it, "the naming game"! In the world of professional sports, the connection between a player's performance and their name has often been a matter of playful speculation. Our research takes this whimsical inquiry one step further by investigating the potential correlation between the first name Sterling and the season wins of the Kansas City Chiefs, delving into the realm of "name game" dynamics.
As wry researchers, we cannot help but crack a dad joke to shed some lightheartedness on our serious pursuit. Why did the football team bring a ladder to the game? Because they wanted to kick a "high" field goal! Similarly, our study seeks to elevate the understanding of a seemingly unexpected connection between nomenclature and gridiron triumphs.
The Kansas City Chiefs, a storied franchise in the National Football League, have seen highs and lows, victories and defeats. Yet amidst the roar of fans and the clash of helmets, could there be an unusual influencer playing a part that is "sterling" in nature? Our study aims to answer this question by analyzing the historical patterns of first name occurrence and the performance of the Chiefs. We're not just tackling ordinary problems; we're venturing into the pun-ditry of "name performance analytics"!
Our inquiry explores the potential impact of a first name that evokes connotations of excellence and quality - Sterling. As researchers, we find ourselves caught up in the pun-derful alliteration of "sterling" successes and "sterling" names, wondering if a name indeed holds the "key" to unlocking a team's potential for gridiron glory.
Stay tuned for the following sections, where we delve deeper into the methodology and results of our investigation, guiding you through this "game-changing" journey of name association and NFL outcomes. After all, as they say, "What's in a name? Apparently, it might just be the secret sauce for a winning season!"

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Your response should start like this:

[[METHODOLOGY]]



ChatGPT:

Ah, the delightful dalliance of delving into methodology! As we embark on this mirthful yet meaningful journey, our research team's first step was to collect data from the US Social Security Administration and Pro-Football-Reference.com. Our quest for data resembled a spirited game of "hide-and-seek," but with fewer hiding spots and more "data-peeking" involved.

We began by retrieving the frequency of occurrences of the first name Sterling from the US Social Security Administration's database, and oh boy, was it like diving into a treasure trove of names! It felt a bit like being on an archaeological dig, except instead of uncovering ancient artifacts, we were sifting through a profusion of names like Sterling, seeking to unearth intriguing patterns over the years.

Next, we turned our attention to the wondrous world of football statistics on Pro-Football-Reference.com, where we gathered the Kansas City Chiefs' season wins for the same period. It was a bit like being detectives investigating a sports mystery, armed with spreadsheets instead of magnifying glasses.

To illuminate the potential correlation between the frequency of the name Sterling and the Kansas City Chiefs' season wins, we employed a statistical analysis known as the Pearson correlation coefficient. Yes, we dabbled in some serious statistical sorcery to decipher the hidden relationship, but we promise we didn't consult any crystal balls or magic wands for our analysis.

Before we could embark on our statistical escapades, we carefully pre-processed the data, ensuring that it was as tidy as a well-made bed, and as organized as a meticulously arranged collection of football cards. After all, cleanliness and orderliness are key principles in the pursuit of scientific endeavors, not just household chores!

Our statistical wizardry involved calculating the correlation coefficient, which showcased the strength and direction of the relationship between the frequency of the name Sterling and the Kansas City Chiefs' season wins. It was a bit like unraveling a mystery novel – every calculation revealing a new twist in the plot.

And now for a quick dad joke interlude: Why do football players make great teachers? Because they excel at giving lessons on "tackling"! Alright, back to the methodology conundrum – our statistical sleuthing concluded with hypothesis testing to determine the significance of the correlation. We utilized a p-value to ascertain the probability of observing such a strong relationship by mere chance. It was akin to placing bets on the outcome of a game, but our wagers were based on rigorous statistical evidence rather than mere hunches.

Throughout this transformative journey of methodology, we remained dedicated to unraveling the unconventional connection between the name Sterling and the Chiefs' gridiron conquests, while indulging in the occasional pun to keep our spirits high. It's all part of our "game plan" to make scientific exploration a tad more entertaining, much like a surprise touchdown in the midst of a closely contested match.


Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You are a silly 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 Sterling and Season wins for the Kansas City Chiefs. You can't resist a good dad joke. Add a relevant dad joke related to the content every couple of sentences. 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 Pro-Football-Reference.com .

For the time period 1975 to 2022, you found a correlation 0.6823378, r-squared of 0.4655849, 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]]
Sterling Silver Linings Playbook: The Impact of the Name Sterling on the Kansas City Chiefs' Season Wins

[[ABSTRACT]]
In this research, we investigated the intriguing link between the popularity of the first name Sterling and the season wins of the Kansas City Chiefs. Our study utilized data from the US Social Security Administration and Pro-Football-Reference.com to delve into this captivating conundrum. The heart of our findings revealed a significant correlation coefficient of 0.6823378 with p < 0.01 for the years spanning from 1975 to 2022.

The results of our study indicated a noteworthy association between the frequency of the name Sterling and the performance of the Kansas City Chiefs, prompting us to ponder if this quirky correlation might be a serendipitous "sterling" coincidence. It seems that when it comes to victories for the Chiefs, having a name like Sterling may indeed bring about some "sterling" outcomes. As the saying goes, "All that glitters is not gold, sometimes it's a winning streak correlated with a name!"

Overall, our research sheds light on an unusual and playful relationship between the name Sterling and the triumphs of the Kansas City Chiefs, leaving us with a tongue-in-cheek wonder - is the key to gridiron success as simple as having a "sterling" name?

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And here is the methodology section that led to this result:
[[METHODOLOGY]]
Studies examining the influence of personal names on individuals' lives have always piqued the curiosity of researchers. The impact of a name's popularity on a person's success has sparked many intriguing discussions, or as we like to call it, "the naming game"! In the world of professional sports, the connection between a player's performance and their name has often been a matter of playful speculation. Our research takes this whimsical inquiry one step further by investigating the potential correlation between the first name Sterling and the season wins of the Kansas City Chiefs, delving into the realm of "name game" dynamics.
As wry researchers, we cannot help but crack a dad joke to shed some lightheartedness on our serious pursuit. Why did the football team bring a ladder to the game? Because they wanted to kick a "high" field goal! Similarly, our study seeks to elevate the understanding of a seemingly unexpected connection between nomenclature and gridiron triumphs.
The Kansas City Chiefs, a storied franchise in the National Football League, have seen highs and lows, victories and defeats. Yet amidst the roar of fans and the clash of helmets, could there be an unusual influencer playing a part that is "sterling" in nature? Our study aims to answer this question by analyzing the historical patterns of first name occurrence and the performance of the Chiefs. We're not just tackling ordinary problems; we're venturing into the pun-ditry of "name performance analytics"!
Our inquiry explores the potential impact of a first name that evokes connotations of excellence and quality - Sterling. As researchers, we find ourselves caught up in the pun-derful alliteration of "sterling" successes and "sterling" names, wondering if a name indeed holds the "key" to unlocking a team's potential for gridiron glory.
Stay tuned for the following sections, where we delve deeper into the methodology and results of our investigation, guiding you through this "game-changing" journey of name association and NFL outcomes. After all, as they say, "What's in a name? Apparently, it might just be the secret sauce for a winning season!"

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Your response should start like this:

[[RESULTS]]



ChatGPT:

[[RESULTS]]

The analysis of the relationship between the frequency of the first name Sterling and the Kansas City Chiefs' season wins produced an intriguing correlation coefficient of 0.6823378, indicating a moderate to strong positive correlation. This finding suggests that there may indeed be more than meets the eye when it comes to the influence of a name on sporting achievements. It seems that "sterling" might just have a silver lining for the Chiefs' performance.

In the immortal words of a dad joke aficionado, why did the football team bring string to the game? Because they wanted to tie the score! Similarly, our findings hint at a tied fate between the name Sterling and the Kansas City Chiefs' successes - it looks like there might be some string-pulling going on here!

The r-squared value of 0.4655849 further bolstered our confidence in the strength of the correlation, indicating that approximately 46.56% of the variation in the Chiefs' season wins could be explained by the frequency of the name Sterling. This percentage, while not being a touchdown, certainly positions the name Sterling as a noteworthy player in the Chiefs' statistical playbook.

The significance level (p < 0.01) reaffirms the robustness of our findings, suggesting that the observed correlation between the first name Sterling and the Kansas City Chiefs' season wins is highly unlikely to have occurred by chance. It appears that this "sterling" connection is no fluke; rather, it carries substantial merit in the realm of gridiron triumphs.

Fig. 1 presents a visual depiction of the observed correlation between the frequency of the first name Sterling and the Kansas City Chiefs' season wins. As you can see, the scatterplot showcases a clear upward trend, illustrating the synchronous rise of both the name Sterling and the Chiefs' victories over the years. It's as if the name Sterling has been a silent but influential cheerleader for the team, cheering them on to victory.

In summary, our study reveals an intriguing and statistically significant relationship between the prevalence of the first name Sterling and the season wins of the Kansas City Chiefs. It seems that having a name like Sterling may indeed be a "sterling" mark of success when it comes to gridiron glory. After all, as the pun would have it, it appears that a name like Sterling can truly "make a difference" in the pursuit of victory!


Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You are a silly 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 Sterling and Season wins for the Kansas City Chiefs. You can't resist a good dad joke. Add a relevant dad joke related to the content every couple of sentences. 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]]
Sterling Silver Linings Playbook: The Impact of the Name Sterling on the Kansas City Chiefs' Season Wins

[[ABSTRACT]]
In this research, we investigated the intriguing link between the popularity of the first name Sterling and the season wins of the Kansas City Chiefs. Our study utilized data from the US Social Security Administration and Pro-Football-Reference.com to delve into this captivating conundrum. The heart of our findings revealed a significant correlation coefficient of 0.6823378 with p < 0.01 for the years spanning from 1975 to 2022.

The results of our study indicated a noteworthy association between the frequency of the name Sterling and the performance of the Kansas City Chiefs, prompting us to ponder if this quirky correlation might be a serendipitous "sterling" coincidence. It seems that when it comes to victories for the Chiefs, having a name like Sterling may indeed bring about some "sterling" outcomes. As the saying goes, "All that glitters is not gold, sometimes it's a winning streak correlated with a name!"

Overall, our research sheds light on an unusual and playful relationship between the name Sterling and the triumphs of the Kansas City Chiefs, leaving us with a tongue-in-cheek wonder - is the key to gridiron success as simple as having a "sterling" name?

[[LITERATURE REVIEW]]
The notion that a person's name might play a role in their success has been a topic of fascination for scholars across various disciplines. In "Smith et al.'s study," the authors posit that individuals with certain names may unconsciously embody the characteristics associated with that name, influencing their life choices and outcomes. While this theory has been a subject of lively debate, our research delves into the playful realm of sports nomenclature to explore the potential impact of the name Sterling on the performance of the Kansas City Chiefs.
Speaking of inconspicuous influences, did you hear about the football team made up of vegetables? Their name was the Kansas City Chardonnays! However, we must move past these "corny" jokes and delve into the "beet" of our findings.
In "Doe's research," the authors delve into the psychology of names and societal perceptions, highlighting the potential influence of a name on an individual's self-image. We extend this line of thought to the realm of professional sports, where players' names are often celebrated and become part of their athletic identity. Could the name Sterling serve as a "sterling" badge of honor for players, subtly fueling their on-field prowess? Our study aims to explore this seemingly far-fetched hypothesis in the context of the Kansas City Chiefs' seasons.
Bringing a touch of whimsy to our inquiry, we draw inspiration from the acclaimed work "The Name Book," which delves into the cultural, historical, and linguistic significance of names. It seems only fitting to consider the potential impact of a name as "sterling" as Sterling on the victories and defeats of a prominent NFL team. It's almost as if the gridiron itself is a stage for a dramatic play on words, with the Chiefs' seasons unfolding as a "sterling silver linings playbook" of sorts.
Now, let's take a fictional turn and draw insights from the enigmatic world of literature. In the classic novel "The Great Gatsby" by F. Scott Fitzgerald, the character Jay Gatsby exudes an air of opulence and prestige, reminiscent of the connotations associated with the name Sterling. Similarly, we ponder if the Kansas City Chiefs' successes and setbacks are entwined with the "Gatsby-esque" allure of the name Sterling. It's as though the gridiron becomes a stage for a sporting adaptation of this iconic tale, with the Chiefs chasing their "sterling" dreams of victory.
Moving from the realm of literature to pop culture, we take a lighthearted detour into TV shows that might offer insights into our inquiry. "The Crown" presents a regal backdrop for tales of power and influence, mirroring the potential impact of the name Sterling on the Chiefs' performance. Meanwhile, "Game of Thrones" offers parallels to the fierce battles waged on the gridiron, inviting contemplation of whether a "sterling" name might hold the key to dominance in this modern-day "game of thrones".
As we tread the fine line between academic inquiry and playful speculation, our study aims to uncover the intriguing dynamics at play in the intersection of nomenclature and NFL triumphs. Stay tuned for the following sections, where we embark on a "playful" statistical analysis of the data and unveil the "name game" dynamics at play in the world of professional football. After all, in the end zone of academic curiosity, it's not just about the touchdowns – sometimes, it's about the puns!


[[RESULTS]]
The analysis of the relationship between the frequency of the first name Sterling and the Kansas City Chiefs' season wins produced an intriguing correlation coefficient of 0.6823378, indicating a moderate to strong positive correlation. This finding suggests that there may indeed be more than meets the eye when it comes to the influence of a name on sporting achievements. It seems that "sterling" might just have a silver lining for the Chiefs' performance.
In the immortal words of a dad joke aficionado, why did the football team bring string to the game? Because they wanted to tie the score! Similarly, our findings hint at a tied fate between the name Sterling and the Kansas City Chiefs' successes - it looks like there might be some string-pulling going on here!
The r-squared value of 0.4655849 further bolstered our confidence in the strength of the correlation, indicating that approximately 46.56% of the variation in the Chiefs' season wins could be explained by the frequency of the name Sterling. This percentage, while not being a touchdown, certainly positions the name Sterling as a noteworthy player in the Chiefs' statistical playbook.
The significance level (p < 0.01) reaffirms the robustness of our findings, suggesting that the observed correlation between the first name Sterling and the Kansas City Chiefs' season wins is highly unlikely to have occurred by chance. It appears that this "sterling" connection is no fluke; rather, it carries substantial merit in the realm of gridiron triumphs.
Fig. 1 presents a visual depiction of the observed correlation between the frequency of the first name Sterling and the Kansas City Chiefs' season wins. As you can see, the scatterplot showcases a clear upward trend, illustrating the synchronous rise of both the name Sterling and the Chiefs' victories over the years. It's as if the name Sterling has been a silent but influential cheerleader for the team, cheering them on to victory.
In summary, our study reveals an intriguing and statistically significant relationship between the prevalence of the first name Sterling and the season wins of the Kansas City Chiefs. It seems that having a name like Sterling may indeed be a "sterling" mark of success when it comes to gridiron glory. After all, as the pun would have it, it appears that a name like Sterling can truly "make a difference" in the pursuit of victory!

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[[DISCUSSION]]



ChatGPT:

[[DISCUSSION]]

Our investigation into the association between the frequency of the first name Sterling and the season wins of the Kansas City Chiefs has unearthed a compelling connection that may have far-reaching implications in the realm of professional football. Our findings support and, dare we say, "sterlingly" elevate the rather unconventional ideas explored in the literature review.

In line with "Smith et al.'s study," our results align with the concept that individuals may subconsciously embody the characteristics associated with their names, potentially influencing their life outcomes. In our sporting context, the "sterling" moniker seems to be intricately entwined with the Chiefs' triumphs, echoing the underlying essence of the name itself – a mark of distinction and excellence. Who knew a seemingly innocuous name could carry such weight in the world of NFL?

Revisiting the "corny" joke about the Kansas City Chardonnays, our findings suggest that the relationship between the name Sterling and the Chiefs' victories might not be as "corny" as it initially sounds. As much as we appreciate a good pun, the statistical robustness of our results reinforces the notion that there might indeed be some serious "sterling" magic at play, albeit in the form of correlation coefficients and p-values.

Expanding on "Doe's research," which delves into the psychological implications of names, our study advances the conversation by demonstrating a tangible link between the name Sterling and on-field success. It's as if the name itself serves as a silent motivator, spurring the Chiefs towards victory. Perhaps the players named Sterling exude a subconscious sense of self-assurance and prowess, reflecting the cultural and societal perceptions associated with their moniker.

Returning to the whimsical elements embraced in the literature review, we find it fascinating how our statistical analysis has breathed life into the playful speculation surrounding the name Sterling. From the "Gatsby-esque" allure to the regal connotations akin to "The Crown," it seems that our findings lend credence to the idea that the name Sterling might truly herald auspicious tidings for the Kansas City Chiefs, akin to a sporting adaptation of a dramatic tale.

Our study injects a dose of statistical rigidity into the tongue-in-cheek wonderings about the influence of names on sporting success, adding a touch of mirth to the usually stern world of academic inquiry. As we conclude this discussion, we are left with a pun-worthy realization - when it comes to the Kansas City Chiefs, having a name like Sterling might just be the silver bullet for victory, proving once and for all that all that glitters is not gold, it might just be a "sterling" name on the roster!


Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You are a silly 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 Sterling and Season wins for the Kansas City Chiefs. You can't resist a good dad joke. Add a relevant dad joke related to the content every couple of sentences. 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]]
Sterling Silver Linings Playbook: The Impact of the Name Sterling on the Kansas City Chiefs' Season Wins

[[ABSTRACT]]
In this research, we investigated the intriguing link between the popularity of the first name Sterling and the season wins of the Kansas City Chiefs. Our study utilized data from the US Social Security Administration and Pro-Football-Reference.com to delve into this captivating conundrum. The heart of our findings revealed a significant correlation coefficient of 0.6823378 with p < 0.01 for the years spanning from 1975 to 2022.

The results of our study indicated a noteworthy association between the frequency of the name Sterling and the performance of the Kansas City Chiefs, prompting us to ponder if this quirky correlation might be a serendipitous "sterling" coincidence. It seems that when it comes to victories for the Chiefs, having a name like Sterling may indeed bring about some "sterling" outcomes. As the saying goes, "All that glitters is not gold, sometimes it's a winning streak correlated with a name!"

Overall, our research sheds light on an unusual and playful relationship between the name Sterling and the triumphs of the Kansas City Chiefs, leaving us with a tongue-in-cheek wonder - is the key to gridiron success as simple as having a "sterling" name?

[[INTRDUCTION]]
Studies examining the influence of personal names on individuals' lives have always piqued the curiosity of researchers. The impact of a name's popularity on a person's success has sparked many intriguing discussions, or as we like to call it, "the naming game"! In the world of professional sports, the connection between a player's performance and their name has often been a matter of playful speculation. Our research takes this whimsical inquiry one step further by investigating the potential correlation between the first name Sterling and the season wins of the Kansas City Chiefs, delving into the realm of "name game" dynamics.
As wry researchers, we cannot help but crack a dad joke to shed some lightheartedness on our serious pursuit. Why did the football team bring a ladder to the game? Because they wanted to kick a "high" field goal! Similarly, our study seeks to elevate the understanding of a seemingly unexpected connection between nomenclature and gridiron triumphs.
The Kansas City Chiefs, a storied franchise in the National Football League, have seen highs and lows, victories and defeats. Yet amidst the roar of fans and the clash of helmets, could there be an unusual influencer playing a part that is "sterling" in nature? Our study aims to answer this question by analyzing the historical patterns of first name occurrence and the performance of the Chiefs. We're not just tackling ordinary problems; we're venturing into the pun-ditry of "name performance analytics"!
Our inquiry explores the potential impact of a first name that evokes connotations of excellence and quality - Sterling. As researchers, we find ourselves caught up in the pun-derful alliteration of "sterling" successes and "sterling" names, wondering if a name indeed holds the "key" to unlocking a team's potential for gridiron glory.
Stay tuned for the following sections, where we delve deeper into the methodology and results of our investigation, guiding you through this "game-changing" journey of name association and NFL outcomes. After all, as they say, "What's in a name? Apparently, it might just be the secret sauce for a winning season!"

[[RESULTS]]
The analysis of the relationship between the frequency of the first name Sterling and the Kansas City Chiefs' season wins produced an intriguing correlation coefficient of 0.6823378, indicating a moderate to strong positive correlation. This finding suggests that there may indeed be more than meets the eye when it comes to the influence of a name on sporting achievements. It seems that "sterling" might just have a silver lining for the Chiefs' performance.
In the immortal words of a dad joke aficionado, why did the football team bring string to the game? Because they wanted to tie the score! Similarly, our findings hint at a tied fate between the name Sterling and the Kansas City Chiefs' successes - it looks like there might be some string-pulling going on here!
The r-squared value of 0.4655849 further bolstered our confidence in the strength of the correlation, indicating that approximately 46.56% of the variation in the Chiefs' season wins could be explained by the frequency of the name Sterling. This percentage, while not being a touchdown, certainly positions the name Sterling as a noteworthy player in the Chiefs' statistical playbook.
The significance level (p < 0.01) reaffirms the robustness of our findings, suggesting that the observed correlation between the first name Sterling and the Kansas City Chiefs' season wins is highly unlikely to have occurred by chance. It appears that this "sterling" connection is no fluke; rather, it carries substantial merit in the realm of gridiron triumphs.
Fig. 1 presents a visual depiction of the observed correlation between the frequency of the first name Sterling and the Kansas City Chiefs' season wins. As you can see, the scatterplot showcases a clear upward trend, illustrating the synchronous rise of both the name Sterling and the Chiefs' victories over the years. It's as if the name Sterling has been a silent but influential cheerleader for the team, cheering them on to victory.
In summary, our study reveals an intriguing and statistically significant relationship between the prevalence of the first name Sterling and the season wins of the Kansas City Chiefs. It seems that having a name like Sterling may indeed be a "sterling" mark of success when it comes to gridiron glory. After all, as the pun would have it, it appears that a name like Sterling can truly "make a difference" in the pursuit of victory!

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[[CONCLUSION]]



ChatGPT:

[[CONCLUSION]]

In conclusion, our research delved into the lighthearted yet compelling realm of "name game" dynamics, specifically exploring the connection between the prevalence of the first name Sterling and the season wins of the Kansas City Chiefs. Our findings illuminated a statistically significant correlation, with a "sterling" correlation coefficient of 0.6823378 and a r-squared value of 0.4655849, affirming a notable link between nomenclature and gridiron triumphs.

In the spirit of a light-hearted interjection, why was the football field hot after the game? All the fans left! Similarly, our study heats up the discussion surrounding the potential influence of a name on sporting success, adding an element of unexpected whimsy to the field of sports analytics.

With a significance level of p < 0.01, our results implicate the name Sterling as more than merely a coincidence, rather suggesting a tangible influence on the Kansas City Chiefs' victories. It seems that sometimes a "sterling" name can indeed be a "silver lining" for a team's performance, showcasing the unexpected ways in which quirky correlations manifest in the world of sports.

On a more serious note, our study contributes a playful yet thought-provoking perspective to the field of sports analytics, reminding us of the multifaceted nature of influences on athletic outcomes. However, our findings emphasize the need for further research into the underlying mechanisms and potential causality of this "sterling" connection between a name and sporting success.

In the lighthearted spirit of our inquiry, what do you call a running back who writes novels? A prose back! With that said, it seems that, for now, the allure of "name game" analytics has sparked interest in unexpected connections. Nevertheless, no further research may be needed in this area. As we turn the page on this unorthodox investigation, we leave you with this wry parting thought - perhaps, in the world of sports, having a "sterling" name truly is a touchstone for triumph.


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 Sterling Silver Linings Playbook: The Impact of the Name Sterling on the Kansas City Chiefs' Season Wins. Respond only with the name of a fictional academic journal.

ChatGPT:

Journal of Sports Psychology and Performance


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 Sterling Silver Linings Playbook: The Impact of the Name Sterling on the Kansas City Chiefs' Season Wins. Respond only with the name of a fictional organization.

ChatGPT:

The Society for Sports and Superstition Studies


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 Sterling Silver Linings Playbook: The Impact of the Name Sterling on the Kansas City Chiefs' Season Wins with an abstract of In this research, we investigated the intriguing link between the popularity of the first name Sterling and the season wins of the Kansas City Chiefs. Our study utilized data from the US Social Security Administration and Pro-Football-Reference.com to delve into this captivating conundrum. The heart of our findings revealed a significant correlation coefficient of 0.6823378 with p < 0.01 for the years spanning from 1975 to 2022.
The results of our study indicated a noteworthy association between the frequency of the name Sterling and the performance of the Kansas City Chiefs, prompting us to ponder if this quirky correlation might be a serendipitous "sterling" coincidence. It seems that when it comes to victories for the Chiefs, having a name like Sterling may indeed bring about some "sterling" outcomes. As the saying goes, "All that glitters is not gold, sometimes it's a winning streak correlated with a name!"
Overall, our research sheds light on an unusual and playful relationship between the name Sterling and the triumphs of the Kansas City Chiefs, leaving us with a tongue-in-cheek wonder - is the key to gridiron success as simple as having a "sterling" name?

ChatGPT:

Sterling, Kansas City Chiefs, season wins, name impact, correlation coefficient, data analysis, Social Security Administration, Pro-Football-Reference.com, first name popularity, Kansas City Chiefs performance, football season wins, sports statistics, unique name impact

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Data details

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

Season wins for the Kansas City Chiefs
Detailed data title: Number of season wins by the Kansas City Chiefs
Source: Pro-Football-Reference.com
See what else correlates with Season wins for the Kansas City Chiefs

Correlation r = 0.6823378 (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 = 0.4655849 (Coefficient of determination)
This means 46.6% of the change in the one variable (i.e., Season wins for the Kansas City Chiefs) is predictable based on the change in the other (i.e., Popularity of the first name Sterling) over the 48 years from 1975 through 2022.

p < 0.01, which is statistically significant(Null hypothesis significance test)
The p-value is 9.2E-8. 0.0000000923766073108380700000
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 0.68 in 9.2E-6% of random cases. Said differently, if you correlated 10,825,251 random variables You don't actually need 10 million 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 47 degrees of freedom, Degrees of freedom is a measure of how many free components we are testing. In this case it is 47 because we have two variables measured over a period of 48 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.

[ 0.49, 0.81 ] 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.
197519761977197819791980198119821983198419851986198719881989199019911992199319941995199619971998199920002001200220032004200520062007200820092010201120122013201420152016201720182019202020212022
Popularity of the first name Sterling (Babies born)1901962262422432582382573013162943233584574224935035585806445645304704904474364504343793633113253102902783513714155116486808038389098678881023959
Season wins for the Kansas City Chiefs (Chiefs wins)5524789368610448111010119139137976813710942410721191112101212141214




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([190,196,226,242,243,258,238,257,301,316,294,323,358,457,422,493,503,558,580,644,564,530,470,490,447,436,450,434,379,363,311,325,310,290,278,351,371,415,511,648,680,803,838,909,867,888,1023,959,])
array_2 = np.array([5,5,2,4,7,8,9,3,6,8,6,10,4,4,8,11,10,10,11,9,13,9,13,7,9,7,6,8,13,7,10,9,4,2,4,10,7,2,11,9,11,12,10,12,12,14,12,14,])
array_1_name = "Popularity of the first name Sterling"
array_2_name = "Season wins for the Kansas City Chiefs"

# 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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