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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 How insightful Computerphile YouTube video titles are and the second variable is The number of university political science teachers in Alabama. The chart goes from 2013 to 2022, and the two variables track closely in value over that time.

A linear line chart with years as the X-axis and two variables on the Y-axis. The first variable is How insightful Computerphile YouTube video titles are and the second variable is The number of university political science teachers in Alabama. The chart goes from 2013 to 2022, and the two variables track closely in value over that time.

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AI explanation

As the number of university political science teachers in Alabama increases, so does the level of political discourse. This heightened intellectual debate somehow sparks a wave of groundbreaking insights in the world of computer science, leading to YouTube video titles that delve deep into the core of technological concepts, leaving viewers enlightened and slightly mind-boggled. It's as if the neurons firing in the halls of academia are inadvertently boosting the IQ of computer-related video titles, resulting in a strangely harmonious intellectual tango between political theory and binary code.

^{Show image generation prompt} Model: dalle-3
Prompt: Prompt: Generate an image that visually represents the harmonious tango between political theory and computer science, inspired by the lively intellectual exchange among university political science teachers in Alabama. The scene should capture the essence of heightened political discourse intertwining with fresh insights in computer science, resulting in a surge of YouTube video titles delving deep into technological concepts. The image should exude an air of heightened intellectual vigor and surprise. 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: How insightful Computerphile YouTube video titles are and The number of university political science teachers in Alabama. 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: Macabre A Discovery magazine cover image Celtic art Hyper-realistic inspired by bauhaus
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 How insightful Computerphile YouTube video titles are and The number of university political science teachers in Alabama, in the following situation: As the number of university political science teachers in Alabama increases, so does the level of political discourse. This heightened intellectual debate somehow sparks a wave of groundbreaking insights in the world of computer science, leading to YouTube video titles that delve deep into the core of technological concepts, leaving viewers enlightened and slightly mind-boggled. It's as if the neurons firing in the halls of academia are inadvertently boosting the IQ of computer-related video titles, resulting in a strangely harmonious intellectual tango between political theory and binary code.. Keep the description simple.
ChatGPT: Amidst the rising number of university political science teachers in Alabama, a vibrant dialog erupts, infusing the air with intensified political discourse. In a surprising ripple effect, this surge of heightened intellectual exchange seems to spark a parallel wave of fresh insights in the world of computer science. The result? YouTube video titles that delve deep into the heart of technological concepts, leaving viewers enlightened and slightly spellbound. It's as if the increase in scholarly conversation is inadvertently fueling the intellectual vigor of these computer-related video titles, creating an unexpected and harmonious tango between political theory and binary code.

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: Amidst the rising number of university political science teachers in Alabama, a vibrant dialog erupts, infusing the air with intensified political discourse. In a surprising ripple effect, this surge of heightened intellectual exchange seems to spark a parallel wave of fresh insights in the world of computer science. The result? YouTube video titles that delve deep into the heart of technological concepts, leaving viewers enlightened and slightly spellbound. It's as if the increase in scholarly conversation is inadvertently fueling the intellectual vigor of these computer-related video titles, creating an unexpected and harmonious tango between political theory and binary code. Keep the visual depiction simple. Do not include any words or speech bubbles.
ChatGPT: Prompt: Generate an image that visually represents the harmonious tango between political theory and computer science, inspired by the lively intellectual exchange among university political science teachers in Alabama. The scene should capture the essence of heightened political discourse intertwining with fresh insights in computer science, resulting in a surge of YouTube video titles delving deep into technological concepts. The image should exude an air of heightened intellectual vigor and surprise.

*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.
^{Show prompt for explanation} 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 How insightful Computerphile YouTube video titles are caused The number of university political science teachers in Alabama to increase.

AI academic paper

(Because p < 0.01)

Politi-Click Science: The Correlation between Computerphile Video Titles and Political Science Professors in Alabama

The Journal of Techno-Political Studies

Jan 2024

Reminder: This paper is AI-generated. Not real!

^{Show prompt used to generate this paper} 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 dry but witty academic researcher. You speak in the passive voice, and your writing sounds like it belongs in a medical or economics 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 How insightful Computerphile YouTube video titles are and The number of university political science teachers in Alabama. 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]]
Politi-Click Science: The Correlation between Computerphile Video Titles and Political Science Professors in Alabama

[[ABSTRACT]]
This study delves into the intriguing relationship between the captivating titles of Computerphile YouTube videos and the presence of political science teachers in academic institutions within the state of Alabama. Utilizing a fusion of AI analysis of YouTube video titles and data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, our research aims to shed light on this unconventional correlation and its potential implications.

Our findings reveal a striking correlation coefficient of 0.8545226 and a significance level of p < 0.01, indicating a robust and statistically significant connection between the two variables from 2013 to 2022. Surprisingly, the rhetorical potency of Computerphile video titles appears to intertwine with the employment landscape of political science educators in the southern state. One might say these titles carry quite the "political charge," influencing academic staffing dynamics in unexpected ways.

Furthermore, when observing the nuanced interplay between online content and academic pursuits, an unexpected dad joke appears fitting: Why did the political science teacher watch so many Computerphile videos? Because they found the titles to be "politically engaging." This research raises thought-provoking questions about the influence of digital media on educational occupations, illustrating the potential for lighthearted phenomena to intersect with serious academic domains.

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And here is the introduction section that led to this literature review:
[[INTRODUCTION]]
The field of social science research is constantly evolving, and as such, it is important to explore unconventional variables that may impact academic trends. In this vein, the present study investigates the relationship between the captivating titles of Computerphile YouTube videos and the employment patterns of political science professors in the illustrious state of Alabama. One might say we are delving into the "byte-sized" influences on academia, pun intended.
The fusion of these seemingly disparate variables has led to some unexpected findings, piquing our curiosity and prompting further investigation into the mechanisms at play. It is quite a "politically charged" endeavor, one that may require a bit of humor to navigate the terrain of unexpected correlations.
As we embark on this exploration, it is worth noting the quirky nature of the variables under scrutiny. It is not every day that one encounters a research question that involves both online video content and academic staffing levels, prompting even the most stoic of researchers to crack a smile or two. Such unexpected pairings may inspire a fondness for statistics and a deep appreciation for the idiosyncrasies of research, akin to a good dad joke that just "adds up."

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Your response should start like this:

[[LITERATURE REVIEW]]

ChatGPT:
[[LITERATURE REVIEW]]

Various studies have delved into the realm of digital media and its impact on educational and occupational spheres. Smith et al. (2017) explored the engagement levels of social science educators in relation to online video content, while Doe and Jones (2019) investigated the utilization of digital platforms in academic recruitment. These studies shed light on the evolving landscape of educational influences in the digital age. However, the specific connection between Computerphile video titles and the employment of political science professors in a specific geographical region has remained uncharted territory until now.

Turning our attention to related literature, "Media and Society: Critical Perspectives" by a group of eminent media scholars offered insights into the power dynamics inherent in digital content and its potential to shape societal trends. This text expounds upon the profound implications of online media on various facets of society, a concept that resonates with our current investigation.

On a more lighthearted note, "The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy" by Douglas Adams presents a fictional narrative replete with intergalactic political intrigue, offering a humorous parallel to our explorations into the political science landscape influenced by digital content. Additionally, "Animal Farm" by George Orwell provides a satirical portrayal of political dynamics, offering an allegorical lens through which to view the potential impact of Computerphile video titles on academic staffing trends.

In a departure from conventional scholarly sources, the researchers found it relevant to glean insights from unconventional mediums, such as selected episodes of "Pinky and the Brain," a beloved animated series from the 1990s. Although intended for comedic entertainment, the show's portrayal of elaborate schemes and aspirations for world domination offered a whimsical undercurrent that resonated with the unexpected correlations uncovered in this research.

Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You are a dry but witty academic researcher. You speak in the passive voice, and your writing sounds like it belongs in a medical or economics 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 How insightful Computerphile YouTube video titles are and The number of university political science teachers in Alabama. 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 AI analysis of YouTube video titles and Bureau of Larbor Statistics . You used data from 2013 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]]
Politi-Click Science: The Correlation between Computerphile Video Titles and Political Science Professors in Alabama

[[ABSTRACT]]
This study delves into the intriguing relationship between the captivating titles of Computerphile YouTube videos and the presence of political science teachers in academic institutions within the state of Alabama. Utilizing a fusion of AI analysis of YouTube video titles and data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, our research aims to shed light on this unconventional correlation and its potential implications.

Our findings reveal a striking correlation coefficient of 0.8545226 and a significance level of p < 0.01, indicating a robust and statistically significant connection between the two variables from 2013 to 2022. Surprisingly, the rhetorical potency of Computerphile video titles appears to intertwine with the employment landscape of political science educators in the southern state. One might say these titles carry quite the "political charge," influencing academic staffing dynamics in unexpected ways.

Furthermore, when observing the nuanced interplay between online content and academic pursuits, an unexpected dad joke appears fitting: Why did the political science teacher watch so many Computerphile videos? Because they found the titles to be "politically engaging." This research raises thought-provoking questions about the influence of digital media on educational occupations, illustrating the potential for lighthearted phenomena to intersect with serious academic domains.

[[INTRODUCTION]]
The field of social science research is constantly evolving, and as such, it is important to explore unconventional variables that may impact academic trends. In this vein, the present study investigates the relationship between the captivating titles of Computerphile YouTube videos and the employment patterns of political science professors in the illustrious state of Alabama. One might say we are delving into the "byte-sized" influences on academia, pun intended.
The fusion of these seemingly disparate variables has led to some unexpected findings, piquing our curiosity and prompting further investigation into the mechanisms at play. It is quite a "politically charged" endeavor, one that may require a bit of humor to navigate the terrain of unexpected correlations.
As we embark on this exploration, it is worth noting the quirky nature of the variables under scrutiny. It is not every day that one encounters a research question that involves both online video content and academic staffing levels, prompting even the most stoic of researchers to crack a smile or two. Such unexpected pairings may inspire a fondness for statistics and a deep appreciation for the idiosyncrasies of research, akin to a good dad joke that just "adds up."

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Your response should start like this:

[[METHODOLOGY]]

ChatGPT:

[[METHODOLOGY]]

Data Collection:
The data for this research was collected through a rather modern and technologically advanced approach, as befitting a study involving YouTube videos and academic employment. Utilizing AI analysis, we scoured the depths of the internet to extract the titles of Computerphile videos from 2013 to 2022. The Bureau of Labor Statistics provided the employment data for political science professors in various academic institutions across the state of Alabama, as one might say, "lab-orious" work indeed.

Data Processing:
The data, once gathered, underwent rigorous processing to ensure its reliability and validity. The titles of Computerphile videos were subjected to sentiment analysis, linguistic scrutiny, and thematic categorization to unravel any latent political undertones and rhetorical impact. Meanwhile, the employment data of political science professors was organized, filtered, and cross-referenced to establish a comprehensive dataset for analysis. Our team took great care to ensure that the data processing was as meticulous as a scientist meticulously counting Avogadro's number of particles.

Statistical Analysis:
To determine the correlation between the insightful, captivating titles of Computerphile videos and the number of political science professors in Alabama, we employed advanced statistical techniques. The correlation coefficient and significance level were calculated, unveiling the unexpected strength of the relationship between these seemingly disparate variables. The results were as clear and compelling as an eclipsed moon, leaving little room for doubt about the remarkable association between online content and academic employment patterns.

Ethical Considerations:
In conducting this study, ethical considerations were paramount. The privacy and confidentiality of individual educators and the integrity of YouTube content were upheld with the utmost respect. Additionally, the handling of data and the dissemination of findings adhered to ethical standards, ensuring the responsible and conscientious conduct of research. One might say, we didn't want to ruffle any feathers along the way, especially not those of the statistical avian variety.

Limitations:
As with any research endeavor, this study is not without its limitations. The reliance on data from a specific time period and geographical area may restrict the generalizability of findings to broader contexts. Moreover, the dynamic nature of online content and academic employment necessitates caution in extrapolating long-term implications based on the data collected. Identifying and acknowledging these limitations is fundamental to the prudent interpretation of the study's results, much like confirming the limitations of a particularly capricious statistical model.

In conclusion, the methodology employed in this study was as innovative as a freshly brewed cup of coffee in a laboratory, combining AI analysis of YouTube video titles and labor statistics to unravel the remarkable connection between online content and academic staffing. The blend of creativity and rigorous analysis resulted in a methodology that resonated with the intricacies of our research questions, producing findings as intriguing as the next Computerphile video title.

Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You are a dry but witty academic researcher. You speak in the passive voice, and your writing sounds like it belongs in a medical or economics 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 How insightful Computerphile YouTube video titles are and The number of university political science teachers in Alabama. 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]]
Politi-Click Science: The Correlation between Computerphile Video Titles and Political Science Professors in Alabama

[[ABSTRACT]]
This study delves into the intriguing relationship between the captivating titles of Computerphile YouTube videos and the presence of political science teachers in academic institutions within the state of Alabama. Utilizing a fusion of AI analysis of YouTube video titles and data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, our research aims to shed light on this unconventional correlation and its potential implications.

Our findings reveal a striking correlation coefficient of 0.8545226 and a significance level of p < 0.01, indicating a robust and statistically significant connection between the two variables from 2013 to 2022. Surprisingly, the rhetorical potency of Computerphile video titles appears to intertwine with the employment landscape of political science educators in the southern state. One might say these titles carry quite the "political charge," influencing academic staffing dynamics in unexpected ways.

Furthermore, when observing the nuanced interplay between online content and academic pursuits, an unexpected dad joke appears fitting: Why did the political science teacher watch so many Computerphile videos? Because they found the titles to be "politically engaging." This research raises thought-provoking questions about the influence of digital media on educational occupations, illustrating the potential for lighthearted phenomena to intersect with serious academic domains.

[[LITERATURE REVIEW]]
Various studies have delved into the realm of digital media and its impact on educational and occupational spheres. Smith et al. (2017) explored the engagement levels of social science educators in relation to online video content, while Doe and Jones (2019) investigated the utilization of digital platforms in academic recruitment. These studies shed light on the evolving landscape of educational influences in the digital age. However, the specific connection between Computerphile video titles and the employment of political science professors in a specific geographical region has remained uncharted territory until now.
Turning our attention to related literature, "Media and Society: Critical Perspectives" by a group of eminent media scholars offered insights into the power dynamics inherent in digital content and its potential to shape societal trends. This text expounds upon the profound implications of online media on various facets of society, a concept that resonates with our current investigation.
On a more lighthearted note, "The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy" by Douglas Adams presents a fictional narrative replete with intergalactic political intrigue, offering a humorous parallel to our explorations into the political science landscape influenced by digital content. Additionally, "Animal Farm" by George Orwell provides a satirical portrayal of political dynamics, offering an allegorical lens through which to view the potential impact of Computerphile video titles on academic staffing trends.
In a departure from conventional scholarly sources, the researchers found it relevant to glean insights from unconventional mediums, such as selected episodes of "Pinky and the Brain," a beloved animated series from the 1990s. Although intended for comedic entertainment, the show's portrayal of elaborate schemes and aspirations for world domination offered a whimsical undercurrent that resonated with the unexpected correlations uncovered in this research.

[[RESULTS]]
The correlation analysis revealed a substantial correlation coefficient of 0.8545226 between the insightful titles of Computerphile YouTube videos and the number of political science teachers employed in Alabama during the period of 2013 to 2022. With an r-squared value of 0.7302089, the variance in the number of political science teachers explained by the Computerphile video titles is notable. The p-value of less than 0.01 indicates a statistically significant relationship, bolstering the credibility of the observed association.
The scatterplot (Figure 1) visually depicts the strong positive correlation between the two variables, illustrating the extent to which the engaging Computerphile video titles appear to align with the employment dynamics of political science educators in Alabama. Perhaps the titles possess a certain charm that lures both online viewers and academic professionals alike, akin to a pun so clever that it "p-hacks" its way into statistical significance.
The unexpected nexus between online content and academic staffing levels prompts one to reflect on the whimsicality of research pursuits. It is as if statistical analyses occasionally unveil hidden comedic gems, not unlike uncovering a well-concealed pun in a dense academic manuscript. This research endeavor unveils the intriguing interplay between digital media and educational vocations, offering a glimpse into the unintended consequences of compelling YouTube titles on the career trajectories of political science educators within the state of Alabama. This relationship, at first glance serendipitous, sheds light on the multifaceted influences that permeate the academic landscape–a phenomenon one might refer to as the "variable-ity" of scholarly interactions.
In summary, the analysis exposes a robust correlation between Computerphile video titles and the employment patterns of political science teachers in Alabama, highlighting the unanticipated connections that can emerge from the examination of seemingly unrelated variables. This research adds a touch of levity to the often serious domain of academia, likened to a well-timed dad joke that brings a moment of lightheartedness to a scholarly conversation.

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Your response should start like this:

[[DISCUSSION]]

ChatGPT:

[[DISCUSSION]]

The findings of this study have unraveled a compelling relationship between the engaging titles of Computerphile YouTube videos and the employment of political science professors in the state of Alabama. It is apparent that these seemingly distinct variables have exhibited a robust and statistically significant correlation, indicating the potential influence of online content on the academic occupational landscape.

The statistically significant relationship between Computerphile video titles and the number of political science teachers employed in Alabama serves as a poignant reminder of the unexpected links that can emerge from seemingly disparate domains. The interplay between digital media and educational staffing patterns has unveiled a previously unnoticed avenue of influence, akin to discovering a hidden joke in a meticulously researched dataset.

Moreover, the research presented in "Media and Society: Critical Perspectives" by eminent media scholars lends support to our findings, suggesting that digital content possesses the potency to shape societal trends, including the academic employment landscape. The "variable-ity" of scholarly interactions, as highlighted in our results, underscores the multifaceted influences that permeate the academic domain, transcending conventional expectations.

In a whimsical twist, the casual reference to "The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy" by Douglas Adams and "Animal Farm" by George Orwell in the literature review inadvertently resonates with the results of this study. Much like the unexpected turns of these literary works, the unexpected correlations between online video titles and academic staffing trends continue to spark curiosity and inquiry, resembling the unfolding of a well-crafted narrative filled with unexpected twists.

The unexpected nexus between online content and academic staffing levels prompts one to reflect on the whimsicality of research pursuits. It is as if statistical analyses occasionally unveil hidden comedic gems, not unlike uncovering a well-concealed pun in a dense academic manuscript. This research endeavor unveils the intriguing interplay between digital media and educational vocations, offering a glimpse into the unintended consequences of compelling YouTube titles on the career trajectories of political science educators within the state of Alabama. This relationship, at first glance serendipitous, sheds light on the multifaceted influences that permeate the academic landscape–a phenomenon one might refer to as the "variable-ity" of scholarly interactions.

Overall, the findings of this research advance our understanding of the unexpected connections that can emerge within the academic sphere, underscoring the need for further exploration of the eclectic influences that shape occupational trends. One might say that this unexpected relationship elucidates the "politically engaging" nature of digital content and its impact on academic staffing, adding a touch of levity to the conventional landscape of research inquiries.

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

Please make up a short conclusion of an academic research paper presenting the findings of the connection between How insightful Computerphile YouTube video titles are and The number of university political science teachers in Alabama. 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.

Here are the title, abstract, introduction, and results sections.
[[TITLE]]
Politi-Click Science: The Correlation between Computerphile Video Titles and Political Science Professors in Alabama

[[ABSTRACT]]
This study delves into the intriguing relationship between the captivating titles of Computerphile YouTube videos and the presence of political science teachers in academic institutions within the state of Alabama. Utilizing a fusion of AI analysis of YouTube video titles and data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, our research aims to shed light on this unconventional correlation and its potential implications.

Our findings reveal a striking correlation coefficient of 0.8545226 and a significance level of p < 0.01, indicating a robust and statistically significant connection between the two variables from 2013 to 2022. Surprisingly, the rhetorical potency of Computerphile video titles appears to intertwine with the employment landscape of political science educators in the southern state. One might say these titles carry quite the "political charge," influencing academic staffing dynamics in unexpected ways.

Furthermore, when observing the nuanced interplay between online content and academic pursuits, an unexpected dad joke appears fitting: Why did the political science teacher watch so many Computerphile videos? Because they found the titles to be "politically engaging." This research raises thought-provoking questions about the influence of digital media on educational occupations, illustrating the potential for lighthearted phenomena to intersect with serious academic domains.

[[INTRDUCTION]]
The field of social science research is constantly evolving, and as such, it is important to explore unconventional variables that may impact academic trends. In this vein, the present study investigates the relationship between the captivating titles of Computerphile YouTube videos and the employment patterns of political science professors in the illustrious state of Alabama. One might say we are delving into the "byte-sized" influences on academia, pun intended.
The fusion of these seemingly disparate variables has led to some unexpected findings, piquing our curiosity and prompting further investigation into the mechanisms at play. It is quite a "politically charged" endeavor, one that may require a bit of humor to navigate the terrain of unexpected correlations.
As we embark on this exploration, it is worth noting the quirky nature of the variables under scrutiny. It is not every day that one encounters a research question that involves both online video content and academic staffing levels, prompting even the most stoic of researchers to crack a smile or two. Such unexpected pairings may inspire a fondness for statistics and a deep appreciation for the idiosyncrasies of research, akin to a good dad joke that just "adds up."

[[RESULTS]]
The correlation analysis revealed a substantial correlation coefficient of 0.8545226 between the insightful titles of Computerphile YouTube videos and the number of political science teachers employed in Alabama during the period of 2013 to 2022. With an r-squared value of 0.7302089, the variance in the number of political science teachers explained by the Computerphile video titles is notable. The p-value of less than 0.01 indicates a statistically significant relationship, bolstering the credibility of the observed association.
The scatterplot (Figure 1) visually depicts the strong positive correlation between the two variables, illustrating the extent to which the engaging Computerphile video titles appear to align with the employment dynamics of political science educators in Alabama. Perhaps the titles possess a certain charm that lures both online viewers and academic professionals alike, akin to a pun so clever that it "p-hacks" its way into statistical significance.
The unexpected nexus between online content and academic staffing levels prompts one to reflect on the whimsicality of research pursuits. It is as if statistical analyses occasionally unveil hidden comedic gems, not unlike uncovering a well-concealed pun in a dense academic manuscript. This research endeavor unveils the intriguing interplay between digital media and educational vocations, offering a glimpse into the unintended consequences of compelling YouTube titles on the career trajectories of political science educators within the state of Alabama. This relationship, at first glance serendipitous, sheds light on the multifaceted influences that permeate the academic landscape–a phenomenon one might refer to as the "variable-ity" of scholarly interactions.
In summary, the analysis exposes a robust correlation between Computerphile video titles and the employment patterns of political science teachers in Alabama, highlighting the unanticipated connections that can emerge from the examination of seemingly unrelated variables. This research adds a touch of levity to the often serious domain of academia, likened to a well-timed dad joke that brings a moment of lightheartedness to a scholarly conversation.

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Your response should start like this:

[[CONCLUSION]]

ChatGPT:

[[CONCLUSION]]

In conclusion, the robust correlation between the captivating titles of Computerphile YouTube videos and the employment levels of political science professors in Alabama from 2013 to 2022 has left us "p-hacking" with laughter at the unexpected nexus between online content and academic staffing dynamics. The statistically significant relationship, with a correlation coefficient of 0.8545226, suggests that these titles possess a certain charm that "contenders" both online viewers and political science educators alike.

The findings of this research shed light on the whimsicality of research pursuits and unveil the potential "variable-ity" of scholarly interactions. It appears that compelling YouTube titles wield influence beyond online engagement, as they seem to impact the career trajectories of political science educators in Alabama. Who knew that the power of a well-crafted title could have such "legislative" effects on academic staffing dynamics?

This unexpected correlation prompts us to reflect on the idiosyncrasies of academic inquiry and the unanticipated connections that can emerge from seemingly unrelated variables. It is as if statistical analyses occasionally unveil hidden comedic gems, not unlike uncovering a well-concealed pun in a dense academic manuscript. In this regard, our research adds a touch of levity to the often serious domain of academia, much like a well-timed dad joke that brings a moment of lightheartedness to a scholarly conversation.

In light of these findings, it appears that no further research is required in this area, as we have indeed "politi-clicked" with the unexpected humor and insights uncovered in this investigation.

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 Politi-Click Science: The Correlation between Computerphile Video Titles and Political Science Professors in Alabama. Respond only with the name of a fictional academic journal.

ChatGPT:

The Journal of Techno-Political Studies

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 Politi-Click Science: The Correlation between Computerphile Video Titles and Political Science Professors in Alabama. Respond only with the name of a fictional organization.

ChatGPT:

The Institute for Digital Media and Sociopolitical Research

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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 Politi-Click Science: The Correlation between Computerphile Video Titles and Political Science Professors in Alabama with an abstract of This study delves into the intriguing relationship between the captivating titles of Computerphile YouTube videos and the presence of political science teachers in academic institutions within the state of Alabama. Utilizing a fusion of AI analysis of YouTube video titles and data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, our research aims to shed light on this unconventional correlation and its potential implications.
Our findings reveal a striking correlation coefficient of 0.8545226 and a significance level of p < 0.01, indicating a robust and statistically significant connection between the two variables from 2013 to 2022. Surprisingly, the rhetorical potency of Computerphile video titles appears to intertwine with the employment landscape of political science educators in the southern state. One might say these titles carry quite the "political charge," influencing academic staffing dynamics in unexpected ways.
Furthermore, when observing the nuanced interplay between online content and academic pursuits, an unexpected dad joke appears fitting: Why did the political science teacher watch so many Computerphile videos? Because they found the titles to be "politically engaging." This research raises thought-provoking questions about the influence of digital media on educational occupations, illustrating the potential for lighthearted phenomena to intersect with serious academic domains.

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How insightful Computerphile YouTube video titles are
Detailed data title: How insightful Computerphile YouTube video titles are, as rated by an AI.
Source: AI analysis of YouTube video titles
Additional Info: ^{See full details} I asked a large language model, 'On a scale of 1-10, how _______ do you think this YouTube video title is?' for every video.

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The number of university political science teachers in Alabama
Detailed data title: BLS estimate of political science teachers, postsecondary in Alabama
Source: Bureau of Larbor Statistics
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Correlation r = 0.8545226 (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 = 0.7302089 (Coefficient of determination)
This means 73% of the change in the one variable (i.e., The number of university political science teachers in Alabama) is predictable based on the change in the other (i.e., How insightful Computerphile YouTube video titles are) over the 10 years from 2013 through 2022.

p < 0.01, which is statistically significant(Null hypothesis significance test)
The p-value is 0.0016.^Show 0.0016377831697309408000000000
The p-value is a measure of how probable it is that we would randomly find a result this extreme.^Note 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 0.85 in 0.16% of random cases. Said differently, if you correlated 611 random variables^Note Which I absolutely did.
with the same 9 degrees of freedom, ^Note Degrees of freedom is a measure of how many free components we are testing. In this case it is 9 because we have two variables measured over a period of 10 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, 0.96 ] 95% correlation confidence interval (using the Fisher z-transformation)
^{Read more about the confidence interval} 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: ^Note 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.

	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022
How insightful Computerphile YouTube video titles are (Insightful score (out of 10))	7.381	7.4444	7.5729	7.2813	7.4022	7.3333	7.3793	7.3559	7.5319	7.4878
The number of university political science teachers in Alabama (Laborers)	170	170	180	150	150	150	150	150	190	170

Why this works

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.
Lack of causal connection: There is probably^Note 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.
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^Note 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. ^{Show the steps to do this.} 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([7.381,7.4444,7.5729,7.2813,7.4022,7.3333,7.3793,7.3559,7.5319,7.4878,])
array_2 = np.array([170,170,180,150,150,150,150,150,190,170,])
array_1_name = "How insightful Computerphile YouTube video titles are"
array_2_name = "The number of university political science teachers in Alabama"

# 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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