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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 The distance between Neptune and Uranus and the second variable is Total length of SmarterEveryDay YouTube videos.  The chart goes from 2007 to 2023, and the two variables track closely in value over that time. Small Image
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AI explanation

The gravitational pull created a ripple in the space-time fabric, leading to extended storytelling and more in-depth scientific explanations in the videos.

Model: dalle-3
Prompt: Generate an image of a cosmic landscape featuring Neptune and Uranus orbiting far apart in the background. In the foreground, depict a series of SmarterEveryDay YouTube videos stretching out, each showcasing captivating explanations and detailed scientific illustrations as they flow along the gravitational ripple. The videos should appear to extend and dive deeper into their storytelling, within the vastness of space, adding a sense of wonder and curiosity to the scene. 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: The distance between Neptune and Uranus and Total length of SmarterEveryDay YouTube videos. 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: An image that looks like it is a scene from 'Star Wars' Low poly Symbolism A scene from Skyrim A scene from Skyrim
ChatGPT: A scene from 'Star Wars'

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 The distance between Neptune and Uranus and Total length of SmarterEveryDay YouTube videos, in the following situation: The gravitational pull created a ripple in the space-time fabric, leading to extended storytelling and more in-depth scientific explanations in the videos.. Keep the description simple.
ChatGPT: In a vast cosmic landscape, Neptune and Uranus are positioned far apart, each orbiting slowly in their respective elliptical paths. Meanwhile, a series of SmarterEveryDay YouTube videos stretch out, each one filled with captivating explanations and detailed scientific illustrations, as if flowing along the gravitational ripple, extending and diving deeper into their storytelling.

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 scene from 'Star Wars' ] and depicting this scene: In a vast cosmic landscape, Neptune and Uranus are positioned far apart, each orbiting slowly in their respective elliptical paths. Meanwhile, a series of SmarterEveryDay YouTube videos stretch out, each one filled with captivating explanations and detailed scientific illustrations, as if flowing along the gravitational ripple, extending and diving deeper into their storytelling. Keep the visual depiction simple. Do not include any words or speech bubbles.
ChatGPT: Generate an image of a cosmic landscape featuring Neptune and Uranus orbiting far apart in the background. In the foreground, depict a series of SmarterEveryDay YouTube videos stretching out, each showcasing captivating explanations and detailed scientific illustrations as they flow along the gravitational ripple. The videos should appear to extend and dive deeper into their storytelling, within the vastness of space, adding a sense of wonder and curiosity to the scene.

*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 The distance between Neptune and Uranus caused Total length of SmarterEveryDay YouTube videos to increase.

AI academic paper

(Because p < 0.01)
Planetary Proportions: Exploring the Cosmic Connection Between Outer Planets and Online Education Length

The Interstellar Journal of E-Learning and Celestial Phenomena

Jan 2024

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




Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You are a 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 The distance between Neptune and Uranus and Total length of SmarterEveryDay YouTube videos. 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, just make it sound clever.

Your research team used data from Caclculated using Astropy and YouTube to assess this nagging question. You found a correlation coefficient of 0.9115639 and p < 0.01 for 2007 to 2023.

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]]
"Planetary Proportions: Exploring the Cosmic Connection Between Outer Planets and Online Education Length"

[[ABSTRACT]]
In this study, we investigate the intriguing relationship between the distance between Neptune and Uranus and the total length of SmarterEveryDay YouTube videos. Leveraging data from Astropy for planetary distances and YouTube for video length, our research team delved into this celestial and digital conundrum. Utilizing statistical analysis, we revealed a striking correlation coefficient of 0.9115639 and p < 0.01 from 2007 to 2023, highlighting a robust connection between these seemingly disparate entities. As we unravel this cosmic mystery, we also present a dad joke in the spirit of jovial scholarly discourse: Why did the astronomer bring a pencil to the Neptune and Uranus distance study? Because he needed to draw a connection! This study sheds light on the unanticipated parallels between distant planets and online educational content, sparking new avenues of inquiry at the intersection of astrophysics and digital media.


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 The distance between Neptune and Uranus and Total length of SmarterEveryDay YouTube videos. You can't resist a good dad joke. Add a relevant dad joke related to the content every couple of sentences. Sneak in some jokes and clever puns about science, research, statistics, and the variables.

Here is the title and abstract of the paper:
[[TITLE]]
"Planetary Proportions: Exploring the Cosmic Connection Between Outer Planets and Online Education Length"

[[ABSTRACT]]
In this study, we investigate the intriguing relationship between the distance between Neptune and Uranus and the total length of SmarterEveryDay YouTube videos. Leveraging data from Astropy for planetary distances and YouTube for video length, our research team delved into this celestial and digital conundrum. Utilizing statistical analysis, we revealed a striking correlation coefficient of 0.9115639 and p < 0.01 from 2007 to 2023, highlighting a robust connection between these seemingly disparate entities. As we unravel this cosmic mystery, we also present a dad joke in the spirit of jovial scholarly discourse: Why did the astronomer bring a pencil to the Neptune and Uranus distance study? Because he needed to draw a connection! This study sheds light on the unanticipated parallels between distant planets and online educational content, sparking new avenues of inquiry at the intersection of astrophysics and digital media.

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Your response should start like this:

[[INTRODUCTION]]



ChatGPT:
[[INTRODUCTION]]

When exploring the vast expanse of the cosmos, one might not expect to find connections to the digital realm of online educational content. However, in the spirit of scientific curiosity and a penchant for unexpected discoveries, our research team set out to investigate the potential relationship between the distance separating Neptune and Uranus and the total length of SmarterEveryDay YouTube videos. As we embarked on this cosmic and digital journey, we couldn't resist a planetary pun: Why don't astronomers play hide and seek with Neptune and Uranus? Because they're always light years away!

The motivation behind this study is not merely based on the allure of juxtaposing celestial bodies and online media, but rather the pursuit of uncovering unforeseen correlations that defy conventional wisdom. Our research aims to bridge the gap between astronomy and digital education, embracing the interdisciplinary nature of modern scientific inquiry. After all, who wouldn't want to explore the cosmic connection while simultaneously delving into the depths of YouTube for a blend of scholarly and entertaining content?

In the realm of statistical analysis, it is commonplace to encounter unexpected relationships and spurious correlations, but the prospect of unveiling a genuine connection between the positioning of distant planets and the duration of educational videos on the internet is nothing short of astronomical serendipity. Speaking of serendipity, a statistics-themed joke seems apt here: Why was the statistician invited to the seance? To conjure up some ghostly outliers!

Furthermore, by employing robust datasets sourced from Astropy for planetary distances and YouTube's repository of SmarterEveryDay videos, this study seeks to transcend the boundaries of conventional research domains and illuminate the potential interplay between celestial mechanics and digital pedagogy. Just as the orbits of planets are governed by unseen forces, perhaps the length of educational videos is similarly influenced by hidden determinants that evade casual observation. This analogy might be a bit of a stretch, but we are stretching our intellectual boundaries in this study, after all.

Join us on this cosmic-digital odyssey as we unravel the enigmatic link between the positioning of distant planets and the length of online educational content. As we set our sights on the intersection of astrophysics and digital media, we invite our readers to embrace a lighthearted perspective in pondering the cosmic joke: What do you get when you cross a celestial object with an educational YouTube video? A heavenly dose of cosmic enlightenment with a side of digital edutainment!


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 The distance between Neptune and Uranus and Total length of SmarterEveryDay YouTube videos. You can't resist a good dad joke. Add a relevant dad joke related to the content every couple of sentences.

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

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

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

Here is the title and abstract of the paper:
[[TITLE]]
"Planetary Proportions: Exploring the Cosmic Connection Between Outer Planets and Online Education Length"

[[ABSTRACT]]
In this study, we investigate the intriguing relationship between the distance between Neptune and Uranus and the total length of SmarterEveryDay YouTube videos. Leveraging data from Astropy for planetary distances and YouTube for video length, our research team delved into this celestial and digital conundrum. Utilizing statistical analysis, we revealed a striking correlation coefficient of 0.9115639 and p < 0.01 from 2007 to 2023, highlighting a robust connection between these seemingly disparate entities. As we unravel this cosmic mystery, we also present a dad joke in the spirit of jovial scholarly discourse: Why did the astronomer bring a pencil to the Neptune and Uranus distance study? Because he needed to draw a connection! This study sheds light on the unanticipated parallels between distant planets and online educational content, sparking new avenues of inquiry at the intersection of astrophysics and digital media.

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And here is the introduction section that led to this literature review:
[[INTRODUCTION]]
When exploring the vast expanse of the cosmos, one might not expect to find connections to the digital realm of online educational content. However, in the spirit of scientific curiosity and a penchant for unexpected discoveries, our research team set out to investigate the potential relationship between the distance separating Neptune and Uranus and the total length of SmarterEveryDay YouTube videos. As we embarked on this cosmic and digital journey, we couldn't resist a planetary pun: Why don't astronomers play hide and seek with Neptune and Uranus? Because they're always light years away!
The motivation behind this study is not merely based on the allure of juxtaposing celestial bodies and online media, but rather the pursuit of uncovering unforeseen correlations that defy conventional wisdom. Our research aims to bridge the gap between astronomy and digital education, embracing the interdisciplinary nature of modern scientific inquiry. After all, who wouldn't want to explore the cosmic connection while simultaneously delving into the depths of YouTube for a blend of scholarly and entertaining content?
In the realm of statistical analysis, it is commonplace to encounter unexpected relationships and spurious correlations, but the prospect of unveiling a genuine connection between the positioning of distant planets and the duration of educational videos on the internet is nothing short of astronomical serendipity. Speaking of serendipity, a statistics-themed joke seems apt here: Why was the statistician invited to the seance? To conjure up some ghostly outliers!
Furthermore, by employing robust datasets sourced from Astropy for planetary distances and YouTube's repository of SmarterEveryDay videos, this study seeks to transcend the boundaries of conventional research domains and illuminate the potential interplay between celestial mechanics and digital pedagogy. Just as the orbits of planets are governed by unseen forces, perhaps the length of educational videos is similarly influenced by hidden determinants that evade casual observation. This analogy might be a bit of a stretch, but we are stretching our intellectual boundaries in this study, after all.
Join us on this cosmic-digital odyssey as we unravel the enigmatic link between the positioning of distant planets and the length of online educational content. As we set our sights on the intersection of astrophysics and digital media, we invite our readers to embrace a lighthearted perspective in pondering the cosmic joke: What do you get when you cross a celestial object with an educational YouTube video? A heavenly dose of cosmic enlightenment with a side of digital edutainment!

-------

Your response should start like this:

[[LITERATURE REVIEW]]



ChatGPT:
[[LITERATURE REVIEW]]

In their seminal work, "Astrophysical Journal Letters," Smith and Doe explore the complex interplay between the planetary dynamics of Neptune and Uranus, shedding light on the gravitational forces and orbital mechanics that govern these distant celestial bodies. As our research team delves into the cosmic and digital realms, we couldn't resist a planetary-themed dad joke: How does Neptune organize a party? He planet!

Building on this foundation, the investigation delves into the intriguing parallels between the planetary orbits of Neptune and Uranus and the captivating online educational content featured in SmarterEveryDay YouTube videos. In the vein of data-driven merriment, we present another dad joke: What do you call an astronomical musician? A shooting star!

Turning to non-fiction literature, "The Grand Design" by Stephen Hawking and Leonard Mlodinow offers insights into the cosmic symphony of the universe, providing a theoretical framework that echoes the interconnectedness of celestial bodies and the digital landscape of online education. And speaking of interconnectedness, did you hear about the astronaut who stepped on gum? He got stuck in Orbit!

In a surprising deviation from the expected academic canon, we draw inspiration from the fictional worlds of "The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy" by Douglas Adams and "Neuromancer" by William Gibson, exploring the intergalactic whimsy and cybernetic dimensions that parallel the juxtaposition of planetary distances and digital educational content. This deviation calls for another dad joke: How do you organize a space party? You planet!

Venturing into the realm of children's entertainment for a moment of scholarly levity, the whimsical imagery of the "Magic School Bus" and the cosmic camaraderie of "Bill Nye the Science Guy" offer unexpected parallels to our celestial-digital inquiry, prompting us to pose the question: What did the sun say to the misbehaving planet? You're grounded!


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 The distance between Neptune and Uranus and Total length of SmarterEveryDay YouTube videos. You can't resist a good dad joke. Add a relevant dad joke related to the content every couple of sentences. Sneak in some jokes and clever puns about science, research, statistics, and the variables.

Your research team collected data from all across the internet, but mostly just used information from Caclculated using Astropy and YouTube . You used data from 2007 to 2023

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]]
"Planetary Proportions: Exploring the Cosmic Connection Between Outer Planets and Online Education Length"

[[ABSTRACT]]
In this study, we investigate the intriguing relationship between the distance between Neptune and Uranus and the total length of SmarterEveryDay YouTube videos. Leveraging data from Astropy for planetary distances and YouTube for video length, our research team delved into this celestial and digital conundrum. Utilizing statistical analysis, we revealed a striking correlation coefficient of 0.9115639 and p < 0.01 from 2007 to 2023, highlighting a robust connection between these seemingly disparate entities. As we unravel this cosmic mystery, we also present a dad joke in the spirit of jovial scholarly discourse: Why did the astronomer bring a pencil to the Neptune and Uranus distance study? Because he needed to draw a connection! This study sheds light on the unanticipated parallels between distant planets and online educational content, sparking new avenues of inquiry at the intersection of astrophysics and digital media.

[[INTRODUCTION]]
When exploring the vast expanse of the cosmos, one might not expect to find connections to the digital realm of online educational content. However, in the spirit of scientific curiosity and a penchant for unexpected discoveries, our research team set out to investigate the potential relationship between the distance separating Neptune and Uranus and the total length of SmarterEveryDay YouTube videos. As we embarked on this cosmic and digital journey, we couldn't resist a planetary pun: Why don't astronomers play hide and seek with Neptune and Uranus? Because they're always light years away!
The motivation behind this study is not merely based on the allure of juxtaposing celestial bodies and online media, but rather the pursuit of uncovering unforeseen correlations that defy conventional wisdom. Our research aims to bridge the gap between astronomy and digital education, embracing the interdisciplinary nature of modern scientific inquiry. After all, who wouldn't want to explore the cosmic connection while simultaneously delving into the depths of YouTube for a blend of scholarly and entertaining content?
In the realm of statistical analysis, it is commonplace to encounter unexpected relationships and spurious correlations, but the prospect of unveiling a genuine connection between the positioning of distant planets and the duration of educational videos on the internet is nothing short of astronomical serendipity. Speaking of serendipity, a statistics-themed joke seems apt here: Why was the statistician invited to the seance? To conjure up some ghostly outliers!
Furthermore, by employing robust datasets sourced from Astropy for planetary distances and YouTube's repository of SmarterEveryDay videos, this study seeks to transcend the boundaries of conventional research domains and illuminate the potential interplay between celestial mechanics and digital pedagogy. Just as the orbits of planets are governed by unseen forces, perhaps the length of educational videos is similarly influenced by hidden determinants that evade casual observation. This analogy might be a bit of a stretch, but we are stretching our intellectual boundaries in this study, after all.
Join us on this cosmic-digital odyssey as we unravel the enigmatic link between the positioning of distant planets and the length of online educational content. As we set our sights on the intersection of astrophysics and digital media, we invite our readers to embrace a lighthearted perspective in pondering the cosmic joke: What do you get when you cross a celestial object with an educational YouTube video? A heavenly dose of cosmic enlightenment with a side of digital edutainment!

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Your response should start like this:

[[METHODOLOGY]]



ChatGPT:

[[METHODOLOGY]]

To begin our exploration of the cosmic connection between planetary distances and the length of educational YouTube videos, we employed an intricate methodology that involved both astronomical data analysis and digital media metrics. Our research team harnessed the power of Astropy to meticulously determine the precise distance between Neptune and Uranus at various time points from 2007 to 2023. Utilizing the orbital elements and astrometric information compiled within the Astropy framework, we calculated the planetary separation with painstaking accuracy, akin to attempting to measure the exact length of a comet's tail – no small feat, to be sure.

As we dived into the realm of YouTube analytics, we embarked on a cosmic comedy of errors akin to a spaceship navigating through an asteroid field. Our data collection involved a thorough examination of the SmarterEveryDay channel, extracting the total length of each educational video with the fervor of a comet hurtling through the cosmos. We scrutinized the videos with the precision of an astronomer gazing through a telescope, aiming to capture every second of educational content akin to the quest to discover a new exoplanet.

In order to investigate the relationship between the celestial and digital variables, we unleashed the formidable power of statistical analysis, akin to launching a research satellite into the vast expanse of space. We applied Pearson's correlation coefficient to quantify the strength and direction of the association between the distance separating Neptune and Uranus and the total length of SmarterEveryDay videos. This analysis was executed with the precision of a perfectly synchronized planetary alignment, aiming to unveil potential patterns and connections amidst the cosmic and online educational landscape.

Additionally, to account for potential confounding factors and ensure robustness in our findings, we conducted a series of sensitivity analyses reminiscent of maneuvering through an asteroid belt, aiming to navigate the complex gravitational pull of extraneous variables. This process involved controlling for variables such as video release dates, planetary orbital dynamics, and celestial phenomena, akin to adjusting the trajectory of a spacecraft to bypass gravitational anomalies.

Our research team also implemented a time series analysis to investigate potential fluctuations in the relationship between planetary distances and video lengths over the period from 2007 to 2023. This approach allowed us to unravel the temporal dynamics of this cosmic and digital interaction, akin to observing the cyclical patterns of celestial bodies with the wonder of a stargazing enthusiast.

In conclusion, our methodology can be likened to a cosmic dance, where we carefully orchestrated the intricate movements of celestial measurements and digital content metrics to unravel the interconnected rhythms of distant planets and educational online videos. Embracing this journey with the spirit of exploration akin to traversing the cosmic abyss, we sought to illuminate the celestial forces that might manifest in the digital realm, all while sprinkling in the cosmic joke: Why don't planets ever organize group meetings? Because they always seem to be in different orbits!


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 The distance between Neptune and Uranus and Total length of SmarterEveryDay YouTube videos. You can't resist a good dad joke. Add a relevant dad joke related to the content every couple of sentences. Sneak in some jokes and clever puns about science, research, statistics, and the variables.

Your research team collected data from all across the internet, but mostly just used information from Caclculated using Astropy and YouTube .

For the time period 2007 to 2023, you found a correlation 0.9115639, r-squared of 0.8309488, 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]]
"Planetary Proportions: Exploring the Cosmic Connection Between Outer Planets and Online Education Length"

[[ABSTRACT]]
In this study, we investigate the intriguing relationship between the distance between Neptune and Uranus and the total length of SmarterEveryDay YouTube videos. Leveraging data from Astropy for planetary distances and YouTube for video length, our research team delved into this celestial and digital conundrum. Utilizing statistical analysis, we revealed a striking correlation coefficient of 0.9115639 and p < 0.01 from 2007 to 2023, highlighting a robust connection between these seemingly disparate entities. As we unravel this cosmic mystery, we also present a dad joke in the spirit of jovial scholarly discourse: Why did the astronomer bring a pencil to the Neptune and Uranus distance study? Because he needed to draw a connection! This study sheds light on the unanticipated parallels between distant planets and online educational content, sparking new avenues of inquiry at the intersection of astrophysics and digital media.

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And here is the methodology section that led to this result:
[[METHODOLOGY]]
When exploring the vast expanse of the cosmos, one might not expect to find connections to the digital realm of online educational content. However, in the spirit of scientific curiosity and a penchant for unexpected discoveries, our research team set out to investigate the potential relationship between the distance separating Neptune and Uranus and the total length of SmarterEveryDay YouTube videos. As we embarked on this cosmic and digital journey, we couldn't resist a planetary pun: Why don't astronomers play hide and seek with Neptune and Uranus? Because they're always light years away!
The motivation behind this study is not merely based on the allure of juxtaposing celestial bodies and online media, but rather the pursuit of uncovering unforeseen correlations that defy conventional wisdom. Our research aims to bridge the gap between astronomy and digital education, embracing the interdisciplinary nature of modern scientific inquiry. After all, who wouldn't want to explore the cosmic connection while simultaneously delving into the depths of YouTube for a blend of scholarly and entertaining content?
In the realm of statistical analysis, it is commonplace to encounter unexpected relationships and spurious correlations, but the prospect of unveiling a genuine connection between the positioning of distant planets and the duration of educational videos on the internet is nothing short of astronomical serendipity. Speaking of serendipity, a statistics-themed joke seems apt here: Why was the statistician invited to the seance? To conjure up some ghostly outliers!
Furthermore, by employing robust datasets sourced from Astropy for planetary distances and YouTube's repository of SmarterEveryDay videos, this study seeks to transcend the boundaries of conventional research domains and illuminate the potential interplay between celestial mechanics and digital pedagogy. Just as the orbits of planets are governed by unseen forces, perhaps the length of educational videos is similarly influenced by hidden determinants that evade casual observation. This analogy might be a bit of a stretch, but we are stretching our intellectual boundaries in this study, after all.
Join us on this cosmic-digital odyssey as we unravel the enigmatic link between the positioning of distant planets and the length of online educational content. As we set our sights on the intersection of astrophysics and digital media, we invite our readers to embrace a lighthearted perspective in pondering the cosmic joke: What do you get when you cross a celestial object with an educational YouTube video? A heavenly dose of cosmic enlightenment with a side of digital edutainment!

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Your response should start like this:

[[RESULTS]]



ChatGPT:

[[RESULTS]]

The analysis of the relationship between the distance separating Neptune and Uranus and the total length of SmarterEveryDay YouTube videos yielded a noteworthy correlation coefficient of 0.9115639, indicating a strong positive association between these celestial and digital phenomena. This finding suggests that as the distance between Neptune and Uranus changes, there is a compelling corresponding change in the length of the educational videos on SmarterEveryDay. This unexpected connection between outer planets and educational content can only be described as truly out of this world!

The coefficient of determination (r-squared) of 0.8309488 further indicates that approximately 83% of the variability in the total length of the SmarterEveryDay YouTube videos can be explained by the variation in the distance between Neptune and Uranus. This robust r-squared value emphasizes the substantial influence of planetary positioning on the production of educational content, showcasing the cosmic significance of this relationship. It seems that the celestial bodies have a not-so-subtle impact on the lengths of our digital educational escapades.

The statistical significance of the correlation, with a p-value of less than 0.01, provides compelling evidence that the observed association is unlikely to have occurred by chance. This reinforces the notion that there is a genuine connection between the spatial arrangement of outer planets and the temporal dimensions of online educational materials. It's as if the cosmos itself is guiding the length of these videos, making every minute of educational content a celestial event!

Interestingly, the scatterplot depicted in Figure 1 visually confirms the strong correlation between the distance separating Neptune and Uranus and the total length of SmarterEveryDay YouTube videos. The data points align closely along a positively sloped trend line, clearly illustrating the tight relationship between these variables. It's as if the planets are whispering instructions to the content creators from millions of miles away!

In summary, our investigation into the celestial and digital realms has unveiled a compelling and statistically significant association between the positioning of outer planets and the length of online educational content. These findings not only expand our understanding of the interconnectedness of seemingly unrelated domains but also demonstrate the inherent cosmic influence on digital pedagogy. As we present these results, we offer a playful nod to the spirit of scholarly inquiry with an astronomical dad joke: How does Jupiter hold its pants up? With an asteroid belt!


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 The distance between Neptune and Uranus and Total length of SmarterEveryDay YouTube videos. You can't resist a good dad joke. Add a relevant dad joke related to the content every couple of sentences. Sneak in some jokes and clever puns about science, research, statistics, and the variables.

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]]
"Planetary Proportions: Exploring the Cosmic Connection Between Outer Planets and Online Education Length"

[[ABSTRACT]]
In this study, we investigate the intriguing relationship between the distance between Neptune and Uranus and the total length of SmarterEveryDay YouTube videos. Leveraging data from Astropy for planetary distances and YouTube for video length, our research team delved into this celestial and digital conundrum. Utilizing statistical analysis, we revealed a striking correlation coefficient of 0.9115639 and p < 0.01 from 2007 to 2023, highlighting a robust connection between these seemingly disparate entities. As we unravel this cosmic mystery, we also present a dad joke in the spirit of jovial scholarly discourse: Why did the astronomer bring a pencil to the Neptune and Uranus distance study? Because he needed to draw a connection! This study sheds light on the unanticipated parallels between distant planets and online educational content, sparking new avenues of inquiry at the intersection of astrophysics and digital media.

[[LITERATURE REVIEW]]
In their seminal work, "Astrophysical Journal Letters," Smith and Doe explore the complex interplay between the planetary dynamics of Neptune and Uranus, shedding light on the gravitational forces and orbital mechanics that govern these distant celestial bodies. As our research team delves into the cosmic and digital realms, we couldn't resist a planetary-themed dad joke: How does Neptune organize a party? He planet!
Building on this foundation, the investigation delves into the intriguing parallels between the planetary orbits of Neptune and Uranus and the captivating online educational content featured in SmarterEveryDay YouTube videos. In the vein of data-driven merriment, we present another dad joke: What do you call an astronomical musician? A shooting star!
Turning to non-fiction literature, "The Grand Design" by Stephen Hawking and Leonard Mlodinow offers insights into the cosmic symphony of the universe, providing a theoretical framework that echoes the interconnectedness of celestial bodies and the digital landscape of online education. And speaking of interconnectedness, did you hear about the astronaut who stepped on gum? He got stuck in Orbit!
In a surprising deviation from the expected academic canon, we draw inspiration from the fictional worlds of "The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy" by Douglas Adams and "Neuromancer" by William Gibson, exploring the intergalactic whimsy and cybernetic dimensions that parallel the juxtaposition of planetary distances and digital educational content. This deviation calls for another dad joke: How do you organize a space party? You planet!
Venturing into the realm of children's entertainment for a moment of scholarly levity, the whimsical imagery of the "Magic School Bus" and the cosmic camaraderie of "Bill Nye the Science Guy" offer unexpected parallels to our celestial-digital inquiry, prompting us to pose the question: What did the sun say to the misbehaving planet? You're grounded!

[[RESULTS]]
The analysis of the relationship between the distance separating Neptune and Uranus and the total length of SmarterEveryDay YouTube videos yielded a noteworthy correlation coefficient of 0.9115639, indicating a strong positive association between these celestial and digital phenomena. This finding suggests that as the distance between Neptune and Uranus changes, there is a compelling corresponding change in the length of the educational videos on SmarterEveryDay. This unexpected connection between outer planets and educational content can only be described as truly out of this world!
The coefficient of determination (r-squared) of 0.8309488 further indicates that approximately 83% of the variability in the total length of the SmarterEveryDay YouTube videos can be explained by the variation in the distance between Neptune and Uranus. This robust r-squared value emphasizes the substantial influence of planetary positioning on the production of educational content, showcasing the cosmic significance of this relationship. It seems that the celestial bodies have a not-so-subtle impact on the lengths of our digital educational escapades.
The statistical significance of the correlation, with a p-value of less than 0.01, provides compelling evidence that the observed association is unlikely to have occurred by chance. This reinforces the notion that there is a genuine connection between the spatial arrangement of outer planets and the temporal dimensions of online educational materials. It's as if the cosmos itself is guiding the length of these videos, making every minute of educational content a celestial event!
Interestingly, the scatterplot depicted in Figure 1 visually confirms the strong correlation between the distance separating Neptune and Uranus and the total length of SmarterEveryDay YouTube videos. The data points align closely along a positively sloped trend line, clearly illustrating the tight relationship between these variables. It's as if the planets are whispering instructions to the content creators from millions of miles away!
In summary, our investigation into the celestial and digital realms has unveiled a compelling and statistically significant association between the positioning of outer planets and the length of online educational content. These findings not only expand our understanding of the interconnectedness of seemingly unrelated domains but also demonstrate the inherent cosmic influence on digital pedagogy. As we present these results, we offer a playful nod to the spirit of scholarly inquiry with an astronomical dad joke: How does Jupiter hold its pants up? With an asteroid belt!

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[[DISCUSSION]]



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[[DISCUSSION]]

The results of our study have unveiled a remarkable connection between the distance separating Neptune and Uranus and the total length of SmarterEveryDay YouTube videos, shedding cosmic light on the perplexing relationship between celestial positioning and digital educational content. This unexpected correspondence prompts us to reflect on the interconnectedness of the universe and the whimsical ways in which cosmic forces may influence our digital realm. It's as if the planets themselves are curating the educational content, leaving us to ponder the astronomical implications of our terrestrial endeavors. Speaking of which, why didn't the sun go to college? Because it already had a million degrees!

Our findings align with the prior research, particularly the work of Smith and Doe, which delved into the gravitational dynamics and orbital mechanics of Neptune and Uranus. This cosmic dance of gravitational forces may indeed extend its reach into the realm of online educational content creation, guiding the lengths of videos like orbital choreography in the vast cosmic ballet. It's as if the stars themselves are dictating the rhythm of digital pedagogy. And speaking of rhythm, did you hear about the astronomer who broke up with Jupiter? He said the planet was too needy - it just couldn't give him space!

The statistical evidence of a robust correlation coefficient and a significant p-value underscores the substantial influence of planetary positioning on the duration of SmarterEveryDay videos. These statistical indicators affirm the cosmic synchrony between outer planets and digital educational content, leading us to marvel at the celestial symphony that may be echoing through our online educational experiences. It's as if the planets are orchestrating an educational opus from the depths of space. In this context, it only seems fitting to ask: What did the black hole say to the neutron star? You matter!

The notable coefficient of determination further emphasizes the cosmic significance of this relationship, pointing to the substantial variability in video lengths that can be attributed to the positioning of Neptune and Uranus. This statistical insight invites us to contemplate the celestial hand in sculpting the digital landscape of educational content, infusing each minute with a touch of cosmic craftsmanship. It's as if the universe itself is weaving a celestial tapestry of educational experiences. And speaking of weaving, why don't scientists trust atoms? Because they make up everything!

Our study offers a glimpse into the cosmic whimsy that may permeate our digital world, sparking new avenues of inquiry at the intersection of astrophysical influences and digital media. These findings not only expand our empirical understanding of planetary-digital entanglements but also prompt us to contemplate the cosmic strings that may be playing a harmonious tune beneath our online educational endeavors. It's as if the planets are participating in a scholarly discourse, offering celestial commentary on the length of our digital educational explorations. With such cosmic involvement, we can't help but wonder: What did Mars say to Saturn? Give me a ring sometime!


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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.
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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 The distance between Neptune and Uranus and Total length of SmarterEveryDay YouTube videos. You can't resist a good dad joke. Add a relevant dad joke related to the content every couple of sentences. Sneak in some jokes and clever puns about science, research, statistics, and the variables.

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

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[[TITLE]]
"Planetary Proportions: Exploring the Cosmic Connection Between Outer Planets and Online Education Length"

[[ABSTRACT]]
In this study, we investigate the intriguing relationship between the distance between Neptune and Uranus and the total length of SmarterEveryDay YouTube videos. Leveraging data from Astropy for planetary distances and YouTube for video length, our research team delved into this celestial and digital conundrum. Utilizing statistical analysis, we revealed a striking correlation coefficient of 0.9115639 and p < 0.01 from 2007 to 2023, highlighting a robust connection between these seemingly disparate entities. As we unravel this cosmic mystery, we also present a dad joke in the spirit of jovial scholarly discourse: Why did the astronomer bring a pencil to the Neptune and Uranus distance study? Because he needed to draw a connection! This study sheds light on the unanticipated parallels between distant planets and online educational content, sparking new avenues of inquiry at the intersection of astrophysics and digital media.

[[INTRDUCTION]]
When exploring the vast expanse of the cosmos, one might not expect to find connections to the digital realm of online educational content. However, in the spirit of scientific curiosity and a penchant for unexpected discoveries, our research team set out to investigate the potential relationship between the distance separating Neptune and Uranus and the total length of SmarterEveryDay YouTube videos. As we embarked on this cosmic and digital journey, we couldn't resist a planetary pun: Why don't astronomers play hide and seek with Neptune and Uranus? Because they're always light years away!
The motivation behind this study is not merely based on the allure of juxtaposing celestial bodies and online media, but rather the pursuit of uncovering unforeseen correlations that defy conventional wisdom. Our research aims to bridge the gap between astronomy and digital education, embracing the interdisciplinary nature of modern scientific inquiry. After all, who wouldn't want to explore the cosmic connection while simultaneously delving into the depths of YouTube for a blend of scholarly and entertaining content?
In the realm of statistical analysis, it is commonplace to encounter unexpected relationships and spurious correlations, but the prospect of unveiling a genuine connection between the positioning of distant planets and the duration of educational videos on the internet is nothing short of astronomical serendipity. Speaking of serendipity, a statistics-themed joke seems apt here: Why was the statistician invited to the seance? To conjure up some ghostly outliers!
Furthermore, by employing robust datasets sourced from Astropy for planetary distances and YouTube's repository of SmarterEveryDay videos, this study seeks to transcend the boundaries of conventional research domains and illuminate the potential interplay between celestial mechanics and digital pedagogy. Just as the orbits of planets are governed by unseen forces, perhaps the length of educational videos is similarly influenced by hidden determinants that evade casual observation. This analogy might be a bit of a stretch, but we are stretching our intellectual boundaries in this study, after all.
Join us on this cosmic-digital odyssey as we unravel the enigmatic link between the positioning of distant planets and the length of online educational content. As we set our sights on the intersection of astrophysics and digital media, we invite our readers to embrace a lighthearted perspective in pondering the cosmic joke: What do you get when you cross a celestial object with an educational YouTube video? A heavenly dose of cosmic enlightenment with a side of digital edutainment!

[[RESULTS]]
The analysis of the relationship between the distance separating Neptune and Uranus and the total length of SmarterEveryDay YouTube videos yielded a noteworthy correlation coefficient of 0.9115639, indicating a strong positive association between these celestial and digital phenomena. This finding suggests that as the distance between Neptune and Uranus changes, there is a compelling corresponding change in the length of the educational videos on SmarterEveryDay. This unexpected connection between outer planets and educational content can only be described as truly out of this world!
The coefficient of determination (r-squared) of 0.8309488 further indicates that approximately 83% of the variability in the total length of the SmarterEveryDay YouTube videos can be explained by the variation in the distance between Neptune and Uranus. This robust r-squared value emphasizes the substantial influence of planetary positioning on the production of educational content, showcasing the cosmic significance of this relationship. It seems that the celestial bodies have a not-so-subtle impact on the lengths of our digital educational escapades.
The statistical significance of the correlation, with a p-value of less than 0.01, provides compelling evidence that the observed association is unlikely to have occurred by chance. This reinforces the notion that there is a genuine connection between the spatial arrangement of outer planets and the temporal dimensions of online educational materials. It's as if the cosmos itself is guiding the length of these videos, making every minute of educational content a celestial event!
Interestingly, the scatterplot depicted in Figure 1 visually confirms the strong correlation between the distance separating Neptune and Uranus and the total length of SmarterEveryDay YouTube videos. The data points align closely along a positively sloped trend line, clearly illustrating the tight relationship between these variables. It's as if the planets are whispering instructions to the content creators from millions of miles away!
In summary, our investigation into the celestial and digital realms has unveiled a compelling and statistically significant association between the positioning of outer planets and the length of online educational content. These findings not only expand our understanding of the interconnectedness of seemingly unrelated domains but also demonstrate the inherent cosmic influence on digital pedagogy. As we present these results, we offer a playful nod to the spirit of scholarly inquiry with an astronomical dad joke: How does Jupiter hold its pants up? With an asteroid belt!

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[[CONCLUSION]]



ChatGPT:

[[CONCLUSION]]

In conclusion, our research has uncovered a striking connection between the distance separating Neptune and Uranus and the total length of SmarterEveryDay YouTube videos. The robust correlation coefficient, 0.9115639, and the overwhelmingly significant p-value further solidify the cosmic link between these variables. It seems that even in the vastness of space, the celestial bodies are exerting a subtle yet palpable influence on our digital educational endeavors. One might even say that the planets have become the guiding stars for content creators, shaping the duration of educational videos from light-years away!

Our findings not only challenge conventional wisdom but also beckon researchers to contemplate the celestial forces at play in the world of digital media. This unexpected correlation serves as a reminder that the universe holds mysteries that transcend traditional scientific domains. Ah, the wonders of statistical inquiry – where even the cosmos can't escape our analytical gaze!

In light of these revelatory findings, it's safe to say that no further research is necessary in this particular area.



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 Planetary Proportions: Exploring the Cosmic Connection Between Outer Planets and Online Education Length. Respond only with the name of a fictional academic journal.

ChatGPT:

The Interstellar Journal of E-Learning and Celestial Phenomena


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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 Planetary Proportions: Exploring the Cosmic Connection Between Outer Planets and Online Education Length. Respond only with the name of a fictional organization.

ChatGPT:

The Institute for Celestial Pedagogy and Planetary Phenomena


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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 Planetary Proportions: Exploring the Cosmic Connection Between Outer Planets and Online Education Length with an abstract of In this study, we investigate the intriguing relationship between the distance between Neptune and Uranus and the total length of SmarterEveryDay YouTube videos. Leveraging data from Astropy for planetary distances and YouTube for video length, our research team delved into this celestial and digital conundrum. Utilizing statistical analysis, we revealed a striking correlation coefficient of 0.9115639 and p < 0.01 from 2007 to 2023, highlighting a robust connection between these seemingly disparate entities. As we unravel this cosmic mystery, we also present a dad joke in the spirit of jovial scholarly discourse: Why did the astronomer bring a pencil to the Neptune and Uranus distance study? Because he needed to draw a connection! This study sheds light on the unanticipated parallels between distant planets and online educational content, sparking new avenues of inquiry at the intersection of astrophysics and digital media.

ChatGPT:

Neptune, Uranus, planetary distances, outer planets, SmarterEveryDay, YouTube videos, correlation coefficient, statistical analysis, Astropy, online education, digital media, astrophysics, cosmic connection, planetary proportions

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Data details

The distance between Neptune and Uranus
Detailed data title: The average distance between Neptune and Uranus as measured on the first day of each month
Source: Caclculated using Astropy
Additional Info: I wrote a Python script using Astropy to calculate the distance between the named planets on the first day of each month for every year.

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Total length of SmarterEveryDay YouTube videos
Detailed data title: Total length of SmarterEveryDay YouTube videos.
Source: SmarterEveryDay on YouTube
See what else correlates with Total length of SmarterEveryDay YouTube videos

Correlation r = 0.9115639 (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 = 0.8309488 (Coefficient of determination)
This means 83.1% of the change in the one variable (i.e., Total length of SmarterEveryDay YouTube videos) is predictable based on the change in the other (i.e., The distance between Neptune and Uranus) over the 17 years from 2007 through 2023.

p < 0.01, which is statistically significant(Null hypothesis significance test)
The p-value is 3.6E-7. 0.0000003564051358800511000000
The p-value is a measure of how probable it is that we would randomly find a result this extreme. More specifically the p-value is a measure of how probable it is that we would randomly find a result this extreme if we had only tested one pair of variables one time.

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

Who is going to stop me? p-value reporting doesn't require me to report how many calculations I had to go through in order to find a low p-value!
On average, you will find a correaltion as strong as 0.91 in 3.6E-5% of random cases. Said differently, if you correlated 2,805,796 random variables You don't actually need 2 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 16 degrees of freedom, Degrees of freedom is a measure of how many free components we are testing. In this case it is 16 because we have two variables measured over a period of 17 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.

[ 0.77, 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.
20072008200920102011201220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
The distance between Neptune and Uranus (Planetary distance (AU))14.72715.253215.792516.343816.90617.479118.059718.647619.242319.844320.450721.061621.676822.297322.920423.546524.1757
Total length of SmarterEveryDay YouTube videos (Total length in seconds)129020711186333297731314712058850511036909611599140592007631168254592526425147




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.
  4. Y-axis doesn't start at zero: I truncated the Y-axes of the graph above. I also used a line graph, which makes the visual connection stand out more than it deserves. Nothing against line graphs. They are great at telling a story when you have linear data! But visually it is deceptive because the only data is at the points on the graph, not the lines on the graph. In between each point, the data could have been doing anything. Like going for a random walk by itself!
    Mathematically what I showed is true, but it is intentionally misleading. Below is the same chart but with both Y-axes starting at zero.




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([14.727,15.2532,15.7925,16.3438,16.906,17.4791,18.0597,18.6476,19.2423,19.8443,20.4507,21.0616,21.6768,22.2973,22.9204,23.5465,24.1757,])
array_2 = np.array([1290,2071,1186,3332,9773,13147,12058,8505,11036,9096,11599,14059,20076,31168,25459,25264,25147,])
array_1_name = "The distance between Neptune and Uranus"
array_2_name = "Total length of SmarterEveryDay YouTube videos"

# 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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