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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 Google searches for 'cat memes' and the second variable is The number of manicurists and pedicurists in Oregon.  The chart goes from 2004 to 2022, and the two variables track closely in value over that time. Small Image
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AI explanation

As cat memes multiplied, so did the demand for cute, colorful nails to complement the feline frenzy. This led to a claw-ver increase in customers seeking purr-fect manicures and pedicures in Oregon. As nail salons witnessed a paws-itively booming business, more individuals were drawn to the glamourous world of nail care, realizing it was the cat's meow of a career choice. The exponential rise in cat memes fueled a corresponding surge in the number of manicurists and pedicurists, proving that when it comes to influencing societal trends, those adorable feline faces have a real grasp on our fingertips!

Model: dalle-3
Prompt: Sure! Here's an image generation prompt for DALL-E 3 using the requested style and scene: Title: "Enchanted Oregon Nail Salon" Prompt: "[ An image that looks like it is a scene from A Disney Movie ] A group of manicurists and pedicurists in a vibrant, whimsical nail salon in Oregon are working cheerfully. The salon is filled with bright, pastel colors and adorned with whimsical decorations. The manicurists and pedicurists are dressed in cute, retro-inspired uniforms, exchanging joyful conversations as they pamper their clients. In the background, a computer screen displays a Google search for 'cat memes', and amusing feline images are scattered across the screen, eliciting giggles from the staff. The scene exudes a magical and heartwarming atmosphere." This prompt aims to create a delightful and enchanting image that captures the lively and magical ambiance of the nail salon, evoking the charming style reminiscent of a Disney movie. 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: Google searches for 'cat memes' and The number of manicurists and pedicurists in Oregon. Given these, which of the following image style descriptions seems most appropriate? Pick the one that seems to be related to one of the variables at hand. Please respond with only one of the following potential descriptions: A black-and-white newspaper illustration Low poly Brutalism An image that looks like it is a scene from a Pixar movie An image that looks like it is a scene from A Disney Movie
ChatGPT: An image that looks like it is a scene from A Disney Movie

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 Google searches for 'cat memes' and The number of manicurists and pedicurists in Oregon together. Keep the description simple.
ChatGPT: A group of manicurists and pedicurists in Oregon are gathered in a colorful nail salon, laughing and chatting as they work. In the background, their computer screen shows a Google search for "cat memes" with funny feline images popping up.

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: [ An image that looks like it is a scene from A Disney Movie ] and depicting this scene: A group of manicurists and pedicurists in Oregon are gathered in a colorful nail salon, laughing and chatting as they work. In the background, their computer screen shows a Google search for "cat memes" with funny feline images popping up. Keep the visual depiction simple. Do not include any words or speech bubbles.
ChatGPT: Sure! Here's an image generation prompt for DALL-E 3 using the requested style and scene: Title: "Enchanted Oregon Nail Salon" Prompt: "[ An image that looks like it is a scene from A Disney Movie ] A group of manicurists and pedicurists in a vibrant, whimsical nail salon in Oregon are working cheerfully. The salon is filled with bright, pastel colors and adorned with whimsical decorations. The manicurists and pedicurists are dressed in cute, retro-inspired uniforms, exchanging joyful conversations as they pamper their clients. In the background, a computer screen displays a Google search for 'cat memes', and amusing feline images are scattered across the screen, eliciting giggles from the staff. The scene exudes a magical and heartwarming atmosphere." This prompt aims to create a delightful and enchanting image that captures the lively and magical ambiance of the nail salon, evoking the charming style reminiscent of a Disney movie.

*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 cat memes (Google searches for 'cat memes') caused The number of manicurists and pedicurists in Oregon to increase. Include one good pun.

AI academic paper

(Because p < 0.01)
Pawsing for a Mani-Pedi: Exploring the Feline Fun Factor in Occupational Choices of Oregon's Nail Technicians

Journal of Feline Occupational Science

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 Google searches for 'cat memes' and The number of manicurists and pedicurists in Oregon. You can't resist a good dad joke. Add a relevant dad joke related to the content every couple of sentences.

Make the title seem clever.

Your research team used data from Google Trends and Bureau of Larbor Statistics to assess this nagging question. You found a correlation coefficient of 0.9512740 and p < 0.01 for 2004 to 2022.

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

[[TITLE]]
Lorem ipsum dolor sit

[[ABSTRACT]]
Lorem ipsum dolor sit



ChatGPT:
[[TITLE]]
"Pawsing for a Mani-Pedi: Exploring the Feline Fun Factor in Occupational Choices of Oregon's Nail Technicians"

[[ABSTRACT]]
In this study, we feline-fy our approach to uncover the paw-sible link between Google searches for 'cat memes' and the number of manicurists and pedicurists in Oregon. Leveraging Google Trends data and Bureau of Labor Statistics, our whisker-twitching findings reveal a correlation coefficient of 0.9512740 and a p-value less than 0.01 for the years 2004 to 2022. Our research meow-ments have led us to paws and reflect on the claw-ver connection between paw-dicures and purr-fectly timed 'cat memes' searches.

Our findings suggest that the surge in 'cat memes' searches correlates purr-fectly with the uptick in the number of manicurists and pedicurists, prompting the timeless question, "Are technicians tapping into the feline frenzy to pawsibly attract more clientele?" Our whisker-twitching results invite further paw-spective on the potential impact of cat-related internet delights on the labor market in the nail care industry. This study, while playfully paw-sented, encourages a paw-sitive infusion of humor into the serious realm of occupational trends and paw-tential occupational influences.


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 Google searches for 'cat memes' and The number of manicurists and pedicurists in Oregon. 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]]
"Pawsing for a Mani-Pedi: Exploring the Feline Fun Factor in Occupational Choices of Oregon's Nail Technicians"

[[ABSTRACT]]
In this study, we feline-fy our approach to uncover the paw-sible link between Google searches for 'cat memes' and the number of manicurists and pedicurists in Oregon. Leveraging Google Trends data and Bureau of Labor Statistics, our whisker-twitching findings reveal a correlation coefficient of 0.9512740 and a p-value less than 0.01 for the years 2004 to 2022. Our research meow-ments have led us to paws and reflect on the claw-ver connection between paw-dicures and purr-fectly timed 'cat memes' searches.

Our findings suggest that the surge in 'cat memes' searches correlates purr-fectly with the uptick in the number of manicurists and pedicurists, prompting the timeless question, "Are technicians tapping into the feline frenzy to pawsibly attract more clientele?" Our whisker-twitching results invite further paw-spective on the potential impact of cat-related internet delights on the labor market in the nail care industry. This study, while playfully paw-sented, encourages a paw-sitive infusion of humor into the serious realm of occupational trends and paw-tential occupational influences.

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Your response should start like this:

[[INTRODUCTION]]



ChatGPT:
[[INTRODUCTION]]

The intersection of internet culture and occupational trends has long been a subject of speculation and curiosity, prompting researchers to dig their claws into the data to uncover the paw-sible connections. Our study delves into the curious case of the correlation between Google searches for 'cat memes' and the number of manicurists and pedicurists in the great state of Oregon. While this topic may at first glance appear frivolous, our findings reveal a surprisingly meaningful relationship between feline internet phenomena and the nail care industry.

As the expression goes, "Curiosity killed the cat, but satisfaction brought it back." In that spirit, our research delves into the curious meow-ments when individuals are captivated by the endearing antics of our feline friends on the world wide web. These paw-larizing 'cat memes' have triggered a surge of interest and engagement, leading us to wonder: could this fascination with cats be more than just a purr-sonal hobby? Could it be influencing career choices and occupational preferences in unexpected ways? Our study aims to scratch beneath the surface and uncover the the paw-sible influence of 'cat memes' on the grooming industry in Oregon.

This research is not only a purr-suasive exploration of Internet culture and occupational dynamics, but also a reflection of the ever-changing landscape of labor markets in the digital age. With the exponential growth of cat-related content on the internet, it begs the question: Are we witnessing a paradigm shift in the preferences and behaviors that drive labor market trends, or is this merely a whisker of correlation amidst the vast sea of statistical noise? These are the kinds of questions that keep researchers from getting their tails in a twist.


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 Google searches for 'cat memes' and The number of manicurists and pedicurists in Oregon. You can't resist a good dad joke. Add a relevant dad joke related to the content every couple of sentences.

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

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

Start by naming serious-sounding studies by authors like Smith, Doe, and Jones - but then quickly devolve. Name some real non-fiction books that would be related to the topic. Then name some real fiction books that sound like they could be related. Then name some movies that you watched that are tangentially related to the topic.

Here is the title and abstract of the paper:
[[TITLE]]
"Pawsing for a Mani-Pedi: Exploring the Feline Fun Factor in Occupational Choices of Oregon's Nail Technicians"

[[ABSTRACT]]
In this study, we feline-fy our approach to uncover the paw-sible link between Google searches for 'cat memes' and the number of manicurists and pedicurists in Oregon. Leveraging Google Trends data and Bureau of Labor Statistics, our whisker-twitching findings reveal a correlation coefficient of 0.9512740 and a p-value less than 0.01 for the years 2004 to 2022. Our research meow-ments have led us to paws and reflect on the claw-ver connection between paw-dicures and purr-fectly timed 'cat memes' searches.

Our findings suggest that the surge in 'cat memes' searches correlates purr-fectly with the uptick in the number of manicurists and pedicurists, prompting the timeless question, "Are technicians tapping into the feline frenzy to pawsibly attract more clientele?" Our whisker-twitching results invite further paw-spective on the potential impact of cat-related internet delights on the labor market in the nail care industry. This study, while playfully paw-sented, encourages a paw-sitive infusion of humor into the serious realm of occupational trends and paw-tential occupational influences.

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And here is the introduction section that led to this literature review:
[[INTRODUCTION]]
The intersection of internet culture and occupational trends has long been a subject of speculation and curiosity, prompting researchers to dig their claws into the data to uncover the paw-sible connections. Our study delves into the curious case of the correlation between Google searches for 'cat memes' and the number of manicurists and pedicurists in the great state of Oregon. While this topic may at first glance appear frivolous, our findings reveal a surprisingly meaningful relationship between feline internet phenomena and the nail care industry.
As the expression goes, "Curiosity killed the cat, but satisfaction brought it back." In that spirit, our research delves into the curious meow-ments when individuals are captivated by the endearing antics of our feline friends on the world wide web. These paw-larizing 'cat memes' have triggered a surge of interest and engagement, leading us to wonder: could this fascination with cats be more than just a purr-sonal hobby? Could it be influencing career choices and occupational preferences in unexpected ways? Our study aims to scratch beneath the surface and uncover the the paw-sible influence of 'cat memes' on the grooming industry in Oregon.
This research is not only a purr-suasive exploration of Internet culture and occupational dynamics, but also a reflection of the ever-changing landscape of labor markets in the digital age. With the exponential growth of cat-related content on the internet, it begs the question: Are we witnessing a paradigm shift in the preferences and behaviors that drive labor market trends, or is this merely a whisker of correlation amidst the vast sea of statistical noise? These are the kinds of questions that keep researchers from getting their tails in a twist.

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Your response should start like this:

[[LITERATURE REVIEW]]



ChatGPT:
[[LITERATURE REVIEW]]

Previous studies have attempted to untangle the enigma of occupational trends and internet culture, but none have ventured into the whimsical world of feline internet delights quite like this study. In "Smith et al.," the authors delve into the impact of internet humor on occupational preferences, laying a foundation for our own exploration of the potential influence of 'cat memes' on the nail care industry. However, as we claw through the existing literature, it becomes evident that no other research has tackled the correlation between Google searches for 'cat memes' and the proliferation of manicurists and pedicurists in Oregon in the manner that we have endeavored to do so.

Speaking of feline humor, what do you call a pile of cats? A meow-tain!

In "Doe," the authors present a comprehensive analysis of occupational trends in Oregon and the potential external factors that may influence career choices. While their work is insightful and thorough, it fails to consider the impact of internet feline fun on the grooming industry, leaving a fur-tunate gap for our research to fill.

And speaking of gaps, did you hear about the cat who swallowed a ball of yarn? She had a furball.

Jones' study on internet search behavior and its relationship to consumer trends provides valuable insights into the world of digital engagement. However, it neglects the specific investigation of 'cat memes' and their potential influence on occupational preferences, leaving a paw-sible void in the current literature.

Turning to the realm of non-fiction books, "Paws and Effect: The Impact of Internet Cats on Society" by Whiskers explores the profound effects of feline internet culture on human behavior, begging the question of whether our affinity for cat-related content extends beyond leisure activities into the realm of career choices.

In a more fictional vein, "The Purr-fect Business: A Whisker Away Mystery" by Meowmerang flirts with the notion of feline phenomena intersecting with unlikely professions, offering a whimsical and entertaining perspective on the connection between internet cats and occupational pursuits.

If I had a dime for every time someone asked me about the connection between cat memes and manicurists, I'd have... well, I'd have a pretty odd source of income, that's for sure.

On a movie note, the film "Pawsitivity in the Workplace" examines the role of unconventional influences on professional environments, though admittedly with far fewer feline references than one might hope for.

Breaking news! I just came up with a new project investigating the correlation between the number of dog memes and the growth of pet grooming services. I think I'll call it "The Ruff Truth: Unleashing Canine Influence on Pet Care Careers."

In conclusion, while previous research has laid valuable groundwork in the examination of occupational preferences and external influences, none have quite delved into the delightful world of cat memes and their potential impact on the nail care industry in Oregon. This study seeks to fill that gap, all while maintaining a purr-sistent spirit of inquiry and humor.


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 Google searches for 'cat memes' and The number of manicurists and pedicurists in Oregon. 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 Google Trends and Bureau of Larbor Statistics . You used data from 2004 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]]
"Pawsing for a Mani-Pedi: Exploring the Feline Fun Factor in Occupational Choices of Oregon's Nail Technicians"

[[ABSTRACT]]
In this study, we feline-fy our approach to uncover the paw-sible link between Google searches for 'cat memes' and the number of manicurists and pedicurists in Oregon. Leveraging Google Trends data and Bureau of Labor Statistics, our whisker-twitching findings reveal a correlation coefficient of 0.9512740 and a p-value less than 0.01 for the years 2004 to 2022. Our research meow-ments have led us to paws and reflect on the claw-ver connection between paw-dicures and purr-fectly timed 'cat memes' searches.

Our findings suggest that the surge in 'cat memes' searches correlates purr-fectly with the uptick in the number of manicurists and pedicurists, prompting the timeless question, "Are technicians tapping into the feline frenzy to pawsibly attract more clientele?" Our whisker-twitching results invite further paw-spective on the potential impact of cat-related internet delights on the labor market in the nail care industry. This study, while playfully paw-sented, encourages a paw-sitive infusion of humor into the serious realm of occupational trends and paw-tential occupational influences.

[[INTRODUCTION]]
The intersection of internet culture and occupational trends has long been a subject of speculation and curiosity, prompting researchers to dig their claws into the data to uncover the paw-sible connections. Our study delves into the curious case of the correlation between Google searches for 'cat memes' and the number of manicurists and pedicurists in the great state of Oregon. While this topic may at first glance appear frivolous, our findings reveal a surprisingly meaningful relationship between feline internet phenomena and the nail care industry.
As the expression goes, "Curiosity killed the cat, but satisfaction brought it back." In that spirit, our research delves into the curious meow-ments when individuals are captivated by the endearing antics of our feline friends on the world wide web. These paw-larizing 'cat memes' have triggered a surge of interest and engagement, leading us to wonder: could this fascination with cats be more than just a purr-sonal hobby? Could it be influencing career choices and occupational preferences in unexpected ways? Our study aims to scratch beneath the surface and uncover the the paw-sible influence of 'cat memes' on the grooming industry in Oregon.
This research is not only a purr-suasive exploration of Internet culture and occupational dynamics, but also a reflection of the ever-changing landscape of labor markets in the digital age. With the exponential growth of cat-related content on the internet, it begs the question: Are we witnessing a paradigm shift in the preferences and behaviors that drive labor market trends, or is this merely a whisker of correlation amidst the vast sea of statistical noise? These are the kinds of questions that keep researchers from getting their tails in a twist.

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Your response should start like this:

[[METHODOLOGY]]



ChatGPT:

[[METHODOLOGY]]

To con-cat-enate our efforts in unraveling the enigmatic relationship between Google searches for 'cat memes' and the number of manicurists and pedicurists in Oregon, we pawsitively embarked on a data odyssey unlike any purr-vious study. Our research team's claw-ver approach commenced with the meticulous gathering of 'cat memes' search data from Google Trends, yielding a treasure trove of fluctuating feline fandom over the years 2004 to 2022. This allowed us to paws and carefully examine the temporal dynamics of this paw-pular internet pursuit in relation to the manicure and pedicure industry.

Of course, being the purr-fessional paw-seurs of statistical analysis, we pawsed for no kitten games when it came to sourcing employment data of manicurists and pedicurists in Oregon. The Bureau of Labor Statistics became our go-to resource, providing us with employment figures that we mani-purred to interpret and compare alongside the 'cat memes' search trends. We paw-sonally thanked our lucky stars that this data was not a cat-astrophe to retrieve, and purr-severed through the mewsly process of ensuring data comparability.

Once we had claw-ned over this data, we employed a whisker-twitching range of statistical analyses to unravel the paw-letive connections between 'cat memes' searches and the number of manicurists and pedicurists in Oregon. Our purr-sistence led us to a correlation coefficient of 0.9512740, which was a true meow-ment of statistical paw-er. This coefficient, when coupled with a p-value less than 0.01, provided compelling evidence for the alignment of 'cat memes' searches and the wax and paw-lish industry in Oregon. As we mulled over these statistical paw-sibilities, our team couldn't help but joke, "We've got some purr-suasive evidence here, no kitten around!"

But wait, there's mew! In order to ensure the robustness of our findings, we also conducted a series of meow-ntainance checks, including sensitivity analyses and cross-validation procedures. We wanted to ensure that our paw-ssertions wouldn't unravel at the first sight of statistical turbulence. With great paw-tience and statistical rigor, our findings held up, rounding out our study with a resounding "pawsitively purrec-t!"

As we tidy up the methodology section, we must remind ourselves of this important dad joke: "What do you call a pile of cats? A meow-tain." We hope this research is as claw-some and purr-suasive as it has been paw-laying to create!


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 Google searches for 'cat memes' and The number of manicurists and pedicurists in Oregon. 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 Google Trends and Bureau of Larbor Statistics .

For the time period 2004 to 2022, you found a correlation 0.9512740, r-squared of 0.9049223, 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]]
"Pawsing for a Mani-Pedi: Exploring the Feline Fun Factor in Occupational Choices of Oregon's Nail Technicians"

[[ABSTRACT]]
In this study, we feline-fy our approach to uncover the paw-sible link between Google searches for 'cat memes' and the number of manicurists and pedicurists in Oregon. Leveraging Google Trends data and Bureau of Labor Statistics, our whisker-twitching findings reveal a correlation coefficient of 0.9512740 and a p-value less than 0.01 for the years 2004 to 2022. Our research meow-ments have led us to paws and reflect on the claw-ver connection between paw-dicures and purr-fectly timed 'cat memes' searches.

Our findings suggest that the surge in 'cat memes' searches correlates purr-fectly with the uptick in the number of manicurists and pedicurists, prompting the timeless question, "Are technicians tapping into the feline frenzy to pawsibly attract more clientele?" Our whisker-twitching results invite further paw-spective on the potential impact of cat-related internet delights on the labor market in the nail care industry. This study, while playfully paw-sented, encourages a paw-sitive infusion of humor into the serious realm of occupational trends and paw-tential occupational influences.

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And here is the methodology section that led to this result:
[[METHODOLOGY]]
The intersection of internet culture and occupational trends has long been a subject of speculation and curiosity, prompting researchers to dig their claws into the data to uncover the paw-sible connections. Our study delves into the curious case of the correlation between Google searches for 'cat memes' and the number of manicurists and pedicurists in the great state of Oregon. While this topic may at first glance appear frivolous, our findings reveal a surprisingly meaningful relationship between feline internet phenomena and the nail care industry.
As the expression goes, "Curiosity killed the cat, but satisfaction brought it back." In that spirit, our research delves into the curious meow-ments when individuals are captivated by the endearing antics of our feline friends on the world wide web. These paw-larizing 'cat memes' have triggered a surge of interest and engagement, leading us to wonder: could this fascination with cats be more than just a purr-sonal hobby? Could it be influencing career choices and occupational preferences in unexpected ways? Our study aims to scratch beneath the surface and uncover the the paw-sible influence of 'cat memes' on the grooming industry in Oregon.
This research is not only a purr-suasive exploration of Internet culture and occupational dynamics, but also a reflection of the ever-changing landscape of labor markets in the digital age. With the exponential growth of cat-related content on the internet, it begs the question: Are we witnessing a paradigm shift in the preferences and behaviors that drive labor market trends, or is this merely a whisker of correlation amidst the vast sea of statistical noise? These are the kinds of questions that keep researchers from getting their tails in a twist.

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Your response should start like this:

[[RESULTS]]



ChatGPT:

[[RESULTS]]

Our analysis paw-sitively revealed a strong and statistically significant correlation between Google searches for 'cat memes' and the number of manicurists and pedicurists in Oregon for the years 2004 to 2022. The correlation coefficient of 0.9512740 indicates a remarkably close relationship between these two seemingly unrelated variables. This finding suggests that there is more than just a whisker of a connection between feline internet fads and the nail care industry.

The r-squared value of 0.9049223 further paw-vides support for the robustness of this correlation, indicating that approximately 90.49% of the variation in the number of manicurists and pedicurists in Oregon can be explained by the variation in Google searches for 'cat memes'. To put it in layman's terms, it seems that the feline fun factor is a paw-tent contributor to the occupational choices in the grooming industry. This strong relationship raises the question, "Are nail technicians not only masters of nail art but also connoisseurs of cat humor?"

The paw-ceptibly low p-value of less than 0.01 adds to the clawkward moment of realization that this correlation is not just a statistical fluke – it is indeed a statistically significant finding. It's as if statistics themselves are urging us to take this correlation purr-sonally. The statistical significance of our findings suggests that the surge in 'cat memes' searches may indeed be influencing the demand for manicurists and pedicurists in Oregon.

Our Figure 1 showcases the unmistakable relationship between Google searches for 'cat memes' and the number of manicurists and pedicurists in Oregon, revealing a pattern as clear as a cat purring for attention. This figure visualizes the trend that we've uncovered, giving viewers a front-row seat to the paw-some correlation that our statistical analysis has brought to light.

In summary, our results meow-mentously demonstrate a strong correlation between 'cat memes' searches and the number of manicurists and pedicurists in Oregon, shedding light on a previously unmeowed aspect of occupational preferences. These findings encourage further exploration of the potential impact of feline internet delights on the labor market and paw-sibly inspire an infusion of humor into the serious realm of occupational trends.


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 Google searches for 'cat memes' and The number of manicurists and pedicurists in Oregon. 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]]
"Pawsing for a Mani-Pedi: Exploring the Feline Fun Factor in Occupational Choices of Oregon's Nail Technicians"

[[ABSTRACT]]
In this study, we feline-fy our approach to uncover the paw-sible link between Google searches for 'cat memes' and the number of manicurists and pedicurists in Oregon. Leveraging Google Trends data and Bureau of Labor Statistics, our whisker-twitching findings reveal a correlation coefficient of 0.9512740 and a p-value less than 0.01 for the years 2004 to 2022. Our research meow-ments have led us to paws and reflect on the claw-ver connection between paw-dicures and purr-fectly timed 'cat memes' searches.

Our findings suggest that the surge in 'cat memes' searches correlates purr-fectly with the uptick in the number of manicurists and pedicurists, prompting the timeless question, "Are technicians tapping into the feline frenzy to pawsibly attract more clientele?" Our whisker-twitching results invite further paw-spective on the potential impact of cat-related internet delights on the labor market in the nail care industry. This study, while playfully paw-sented, encourages a paw-sitive infusion of humor into the serious realm of occupational trends and paw-tential occupational influences.

[[LITERATURE REVIEW]]
Previous studies have attempted to untangle the enigma of occupational trends and internet culture, but none have ventured into the whimsical world of feline internet delights quite like this study. In "Smith et al.," the authors delve into the impact of internet humor on occupational preferences, laying a foundation for our own exploration of the potential influence of 'cat memes' on the nail care industry. However, as we claw through the existing literature, it becomes evident that no other research has tackled the correlation between Google searches for 'cat memes' and the proliferation of manicurists and pedicurists in Oregon in the manner that we have endeavored to do so.
Speaking of feline humor, what do you call a pile of cats? A meow-tain!
In "Doe," the authors present a comprehensive analysis of occupational trends in Oregon and the potential external factors that may influence career choices. While their work is insightful and thorough, it fails to consider the impact of internet feline fun on the grooming industry, leaving a fur-tunate gap for our research to fill.
And speaking of gaps, did you hear about the cat who swallowed a ball of yarn? She had a furball.
Jones' study on internet search behavior and its relationship to consumer trends provides valuable insights into the world of digital engagement. However, it neglects the specific investigation of 'cat memes' and their potential influence on occupational preferences, leaving a paw-sible void in the current literature.
Turning to the realm of non-fiction books, "Paws and Effect: The Impact of Internet Cats on Society" by Whiskers explores the profound effects of feline internet culture on human behavior, begging the question of whether our affinity for cat-related content extends beyond leisure activities into the realm of career choices.
In a more fictional vein, "The Purr-fect Business: A Whisker Away Mystery" by Meowmerang flirts with the notion of feline phenomena intersecting with unlikely professions, offering a whimsical and entertaining perspective on the connection between internet cats and occupational pursuits.
If I had a dime for every time someone asked me about the connection between cat memes and manicurists, I'd have... well, I'd have a pretty odd source of income, that's for sure.
On a movie note, the film "Pawsitivity in the Workplace" examines the role of unconventional influences on professional environments, though admittedly with far fewer feline references than one might hope for.
Breaking news! I just came up with a new project investigating the correlation between the number of dog memes and the growth of pet grooming services. I think I'll call it "The Ruff Truth: Unleashing Canine Influence on Pet Care Careers."
In conclusion, while previous research has laid valuable groundwork in the examination of occupational preferences and external influences, none have quite delved into the delightful world of cat memes and their potential impact on the nail care industry in Oregon. This study seeks to fill that gap, all while maintaining a purr-sistent spirit of inquiry and humor.

[[RESULTS]]
Our analysis paw-sitively revealed a strong and statistically significant correlation between Google searches for 'cat memes' and the number of manicurists and pedicurists in Oregon for the years 2004 to 2022. The correlation coefficient of 0.9512740 indicates a remarkably close relationship between these two seemingly unrelated variables. This finding suggests that there is more than just a whisker of a connection between feline internet fads and the nail care industry.
The r-squared value of 0.9049223 further paw-vides support for the robustness of this correlation, indicating that approximately 90.49% of the variation in the number of manicurists and pedicurists in Oregon can be explained by the variation in Google searches for 'cat memes'. To put it in layman's terms, it seems that the feline fun factor is a paw-tent contributor to the occupational choices in the grooming industry. This strong relationship raises the question, "Are nail technicians not only masters of nail art but also connoisseurs of cat humor?"
The paw-ceptibly low p-value of less than 0.01 adds to the clawkward moment of realization that this correlation is not just a statistical fluke – it is indeed a statistically significant finding. It's as if statistics themselves are urging us to take this correlation purr-sonally. The statistical significance of our findings suggests that the surge in 'cat memes' searches may indeed be influencing the demand for manicurists and pedicurists in Oregon.
Our Figure 1 showcases the unmistakable relationship between Google searches for 'cat memes' and the number of manicurists and pedicurists in Oregon, revealing a pattern as clear as a cat purring for attention. This figure visualizes the trend that we've uncovered, giving viewers a front-row seat to the paw-some correlation that our statistical analysis has brought to light.
In summary, our results meow-mentously demonstrate a strong correlation between 'cat memes' searches and the number of manicurists and pedicurists in Oregon, shedding light on a previously unmeowed aspect of occupational preferences. These findings encourage further exploration of the potential impact of feline internet delights on the labor market and paw-sibly inspire an infusion of humor into the serious realm of occupational trends.

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[[DISCUSSION]]



ChatGPT:

[[DISCUSSION]]

The results of our feline-fueled investigation purr-fectly align with previous research that has explored the influence of internet culture on occupational trends. Our findings support the notion that the love for cat memes and the presence of manicurists and pedicurists in Oregon are not merely a purr-coincidence. The correlation coefficient of 0.9512740, which is stronger than the bond between a cat and a cardboard box, indicates a robust relationship between these seemingly unrelated variables. This paw-sibility hints at a contemplative question: are nail technicians tapping into the feline frenzy to paw-tentially attract more clientele? Much like a cautiously curated litter box, this correlation deserves careful attention and assessment.

The r-squared value of 0.9049223 provides further support for the substantial influence of cat memes on the occupational choices in the grooming industry. This value suggests that approximately 90.49% of the variation in the number of manicurists and pedicurists in Oregon can be explained by the variation in Google searches for 'cat memes', demonstrating a remarkable level of influence. It's as if the cat memes are exerting a strong paw-ticular pull on the occupational choices of nail technicians, prompting a level of reflection typically reserved for one's ninth life. Meow-vertheless, this finding has serious paw-tential implications for the understanding of occupational preferences in the digital age.

The purr-tinence of the low p-value, less than 0.01, cannot be claw-lessly overlooked. This statistical significance indicates that the correlation between 'cat memes' searches and the demand for manicurists and pedicurists in Oregon is not simply a statistical fluke but a fur-tunate finding of real-world significance. It's as if the statistical analysis itself is mewling, "Take this correlation purr-sonally!" This finding raises the specter of future research endeavors to paw-gate the specific mechanisms through which this kitten-fueled influence manifests itself in the grooming industry.

Our study contributes to a growing body of research that recognizes the impact of internet culture on occupational choices and labor markets. The paw-sitive correlation between cat memes and the nail care industry in Oregon opens up a world of feline fascination within the realm of occupational preferences. It highlights the paw-ssible need for a deeper evaluation of the influence of cat-related internet delights on labor market dynamics.

In conclusion, our research adds a touch of whimsy to the often sober world of occupational trends, suggesting that the influence of feline internet delights on occupational choices may be more than a tail of folly. The strong correlation we have paw-tentiously uncovered invites further meowments of reflection on the dynamic interaction between internet culture and career paths, reminding us that when it comes to occupational influences, there's fur more than meets the eye.


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

Please make up a short conclusion of an academic research paper presenting the findings of the connection between Google searches for 'cat memes' and The number of manicurists and pedicurists in Oregon. 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]]
"Pawsing for a Mani-Pedi: Exploring the Feline Fun Factor in Occupational Choices of Oregon's Nail Technicians"

[[ABSTRACT]]
In this study, we feline-fy our approach to uncover the paw-sible link between Google searches for 'cat memes' and the number of manicurists and pedicurists in Oregon. Leveraging Google Trends data and Bureau of Labor Statistics, our whisker-twitching findings reveal a correlation coefficient of 0.9512740 and a p-value less than 0.01 for the years 2004 to 2022. Our research meow-ments have led us to paws and reflect on the claw-ver connection between paw-dicures and purr-fectly timed 'cat memes' searches.

Our findings suggest that the surge in 'cat memes' searches correlates purr-fectly with the uptick in the number of manicurists and pedicurists, prompting the timeless question, "Are technicians tapping into the feline frenzy to pawsibly attract more clientele?" Our whisker-twitching results invite further paw-spective on the potential impact of cat-related internet delights on the labor market in the nail care industry. This study, while playfully paw-sented, encourages a paw-sitive infusion of humor into the serious realm of occupational trends and paw-tential occupational influences.

[[INTRDUCTION]]
The intersection of internet culture and occupational trends has long been a subject of speculation and curiosity, prompting researchers to dig their claws into the data to uncover the paw-sible connections. Our study delves into the curious case of the correlation between Google searches for 'cat memes' and the number of manicurists and pedicurists in the great state of Oregon. While this topic may at first glance appear frivolous, our findings reveal a surprisingly meaningful relationship between feline internet phenomena and the nail care industry.
As the expression goes, "Curiosity killed the cat, but satisfaction brought it back." In that spirit, our research delves into the curious meow-ments when individuals are captivated by the endearing antics of our feline friends on the world wide web. These paw-larizing 'cat memes' have triggered a surge of interest and engagement, leading us to wonder: could this fascination with cats be more than just a purr-sonal hobby? Could it be influencing career choices and occupational preferences in unexpected ways? Our study aims to scratch beneath the surface and uncover the the paw-sible influence of 'cat memes' on the grooming industry in Oregon.
This research is not only a purr-suasive exploration of Internet culture and occupational dynamics, but also a reflection of the ever-changing landscape of labor markets in the digital age. With the exponential growth of cat-related content on the internet, it begs the question: Are we witnessing a paradigm shift in the preferences and behaviors that drive labor market trends, or is this merely a whisker of correlation amidst the vast sea of statistical noise? These are the kinds of questions that keep researchers from getting their tails in a twist.

[[RESULTS]]
Our analysis paw-sitively revealed a strong and statistically significant correlation between Google searches for 'cat memes' and the number of manicurists and pedicurists in Oregon for the years 2004 to 2022. The correlation coefficient of 0.9512740 indicates a remarkably close relationship between these two seemingly unrelated variables. This finding suggests that there is more than just a whisker of a connection between feline internet fads and the nail care industry.
The r-squared value of 0.9049223 further paw-vides support for the robustness of this correlation, indicating that approximately 90.49% of the variation in the number of manicurists and pedicurists in Oregon can be explained by the variation in Google searches for 'cat memes'. To put it in layman's terms, it seems that the feline fun factor is a paw-tent contributor to the occupational choices in the grooming industry. This strong relationship raises the question, "Are nail technicians not only masters of nail art but also connoisseurs of cat humor?"
The paw-ceptibly low p-value of less than 0.01 adds to the clawkward moment of realization that this correlation is not just a statistical fluke – it is indeed a statistically significant finding. It's as if statistics themselves are urging us to take this correlation purr-sonally. The statistical significance of our findings suggests that the surge in 'cat memes' searches may indeed be influencing the demand for manicurists and pedicurists in Oregon.
Our Figure 1 showcases the unmistakable relationship between Google searches for 'cat memes' and the number of manicurists and pedicurists in Oregon, revealing a pattern as clear as a cat purring for attention. This figure visualizes the trend that we've uncovered, giving viewers a front-row seat to the paw-some correlation that our statistical analysis has brought to light.
In summary, our results meow-mentously demonstrate a strong correlation between 'cat memes' searches and the number of manicurists and pedicurists in Oregon, shedding light on a previously unmeowed aspect of occupational preferences. These findings encourage further exploration of the potential impact of feline internet delights on the labor market and paw-sibly inspire an infusion of humor into the serious realm of occupational trends.

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Your response should start like this:

[[CONCLUSION]]



ChatGPT:

[[CONCLUSION]]

In conclusion, our study has brought to light the surprising but purr-suasive correlation between Google searches for 'cat memes' and the number of manicurists and pedicurists in Oregon. Our findings highlight the paw-sibility that cat-related internet delights are influencing the grooming industry in more ways than one. It seems that when it comes to occupational choices, the allure of cat memes is truly claw-some!

Our results offer a whimsical yet statistically sound glimpse into the impact of internet culture on occupational trends. As the saying goes, "It's not a catastrophe, it's a cat-astrophe," but in this case, it's a feline phenomenon that is nothing short of meow-gnificent. It seems that when individuals indulge in the feline fun factor online, they may also be prompted to pamper themselves with a delightful manicure or pedicure. Who knew that cat memes could have such a claw-ver effect on career choices?

By no means a cheesy endeavor, this research highlights the importance of incorporating playful paw-spectives in the exploration of labor market trends. As researchers, we must not be afraid to let our curiosity out of the bag, even if it leads us down the path of whimsy. After all, in the world of statistics, sometimes you have to take the leap and see where the cat lands – or in this case, where the upward trend in 'cat memes' searches leads.

In the end, the results of our study meow-mentously suggest that no further research is needed in this area. It's time to paws our exploration and embrace the cat-tastic conclusions we have uncovered. This correlation is the real cat's meow, and it's time to let it purr-sist as a whimsical yet meaningful contribution to the field of occupational trends.


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 Pawsing for a Mani-Pedi: Exploring the Feline Fun Factor in Occupational Choices of Oregon's Nail Technicians. Respond only with the name of a fictional academic journal.

ChatGPT:

Journal of Feline Occupational Science


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 Pawsing for a Mani-Pedi: Exploring the Feline Fun Factor in Occupational Choices of Oregon's Nail Technicians. Respond only with the name of a fictional organization.

ChatGPT:

The Center for Feline Behavioral Studies


Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You provide potential search keywords separated by commas. You say nothing else, and you do not chat with the user.
User prompt: Please provide potential search keywords for a paper titled Pawsing for a Mani-Pedi: Exploring the Feline Fun Factor in Occupational Choices of Oregon's Nail Technicians with an abstract of In this study, we feline-fy our approach to uncover the paw-sible link between Google searches for 'cat memes' and the number of manicurists and pedicurists in Oregon. Leveraging Google Trends data and Bureau of Labor Statistics, our whisker-twitching findings reveal a correlation coefficient of 0.9512740 and a p-value less than 0.01 for the years 2004 to 2022. Our research meow-ments have led us to paws and reflect on the claw-ver connection between paw-dicures and purr-fectly timed 'cat memes' searches.
Our findings suggest that the surge in 'cat memes' searches correlates purr-fectly with the uptick in the number of manicurists and pedicurists, prompting the timeless question, "Are technicians tapping into the feline frenzy to pawsibly attract more clientele?" Our whisker-twitching results invite further paw-spective on the potential impact of cat-related internet delights on the labor market in the nail care industry. This study, while playfully paw-sented, encourages a paw-sitive infusion of humor into the serious realm of occupational trends and paw-tential occupational influences.

ChatGPT:

cat memes, manicurists, pedicurists, Oregon, nail technicians, Google Trends, Bureau of Labor Statistics, correlation coefficient, p-value, labor market, occupational trends

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Data details

Google searches for 'cat memes'
Detailed data title: Relative volume of Google searches for 'cat memes' (Worldwide, without quotes)
Source: Google Trends
Additional Info: Relative search volume (not absolute numbers)

See what else correlates with Google searches for 'cat memes'

The number of manicurists and pedicurists in Oregon
Detailed data title: BLS estimate of manicurists and pedicurists in Oregon
Source: Bureau of Larbor Statistics
See what else correlates with The number of manicurists and pedicurists in Oregon

Correlation r = 0.9512740 (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 = 0.9049223 (Coefficient of determination)
This means 90.5% of the change in the one variable (i.e., The number of manicurists and pedicurists in Oregon) is predictable based on the change in the other (i.e., Google searches for 'cat memes') over the 19 years from 2004 through 2022.

p < 0.01, which is statistically significant(Null hypothesis significance test)
The p-value is 4.11E-10. 0.0000000004105106033785258000
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 0.95 in 4.11E-8% of random cases. Said differently, if you correlated 2,435,990,671 random variables You don't actually need 2 billion variables to find a correlation like this one. I don't have that many variables in my database. You can also correlate variables that are not independent. I do this a lot.

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

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

Just to be clear: I'm being completely transparent about the calculations. There is no math trickery. This is just how statistics shakes out when you calculate hundreds of millions of random correlations.
with the same 18 degrees of freedom, Degrees of freedom is a measure of how many free components we are testing. In this case it is 18 because we have two variables measured over a period of 19 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.

[ 0.88, 0.98 ] 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.
2004200520062007200820092010201120122013201420152016201720182019202020212022
Google searches for 'cat memes' (Rel. search volume)0.1666670.250.18181810.250.3333330.51.69.2519.2519.529.7536.666740.535.7545.333330.16672123.75
The number of manicurists and pedicurists in Oregon (Laborers)14014080140120130100110120810132017701860233020601910116017101540




Why this works

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




Try it yourself

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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


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

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

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

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

    return correlation, r_squared, p_value

# These are the arrays for the variables shown on this page, but you can modify them to be any two sets of numbers
array_1 = np.array([0.166667,0.25,0.181818,1,0.25,0.333333,0.5,1.6,9.25,19.25,19.5,29.75,36.6667,40.5,35.75,45.3333,30.1667,21,23.75,])
array_2 = np.array([140,140,80,140,120,130,100,110,120,810,1320,1770,1860,2330,2060,1910,1160,1710,1540,])
array_1_name = "Google searches for 'cat memes'"
array_2_name = "The number of manicurists and pedicurists in Oregon"

# 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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