about · email me · subscribe
Spurious correlation #2,202 · View random

A linear line chart with years as the X-axis and two variables on the Y-axis. The first variable is US household spending on bakery products and the second variable is Points allowed by the Minnesota Vikings.  The chart goes from 2000 to 2022, and the two variables track closely in value over that time. Small Image
Download png
, svg

AI explanation

As household spending on bakery products went down, there was a rye-se in the price of flour which led to tighter dough-nomic conditions for bakeries. Unable to make enough bread, they had to knead extra help, and that's how they ended up hiring some rising stars to yeast their financial troubles. These new players turned out to be crusty on defense, creating a loafing mentality among the Vikings' opponents, and ultimately, it was the lack of dough affecting the rise of their rivals' scoring opportunities. In other words, it's a case of the Vikings' success being directly linked to the bread-winning strategies of the baking industry!

Model: dalle-3
Prompt: Create a comic-book-style illustration with muted colors and a dotted halftone pattern from the 1960s that depicts a cozy kitchen where a family is happily enjoying freshly baked goods while watching a Minnesota Vikings game on TV. The TV screen should show the Vikings defense stopping the opposing team from scoring points, while the table is filled with delicious bakery products that the family purchased for their weekend get-together. The visual should be simple and focus on capturing the joy of the family gathering and the excitement of the game. 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: US household spending on bakery products and Points allowed by the Minnesota Vikings. 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: Glitch art Cutsy graphics A comic-book-style illustration with muted colors and a dotted halftone pattern from the 1960s Art nouveau Cyberpunk
ChatGPT: A comic-book-style illustration with muted colors and a dotted halftone pattern from the 1960s

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 US household spending on bakery products and Points allowed by the Minnesota Vikings together. Keep the description simple.
ChatGPT: In a cozy kitchen, a family is happily enjoying freshly baked goods while watching a Minnesota Vikings game on TV. The TV screen shows the Vikings defense stopping the opposing team from scoring points, while the table is filled with delicious bakery products that the family purchased for their weekend get-together.

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 comic-book-style illustration with muted colors and a dotted halftone pattern from the 1960s ] and depicting this scene: In a cozy kitchen, a family is happily enjoying freshly baked goods while watching a Minnesota Vikings game on TV. The TV screen shows the Vikings defense stopping the opposing team from scoring points, while the table is filled with delicious bakery products that the family purchased for their weekend get-together. Keep the visual depiction simple. Do not include any words or speech bubbles.
ChatGPT: Create a comic-book-style illustration with muted colors and a dotted halftone pattern from the 1960s that depicts a cozy kitchen where a family is happily enjoying freshly baked goods while watching a Minnesota Vikings game on TV. The TV screen should show the Vikings defense stopping the opposing team from scoring points, while the table is filled with delicious bakery products that the family purchased for their weekend get-together. The visual should be simple and focus on capturing the joy of the family gathering and the excitement of the game.

*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 a decrease in US household spending on bakery products caused Points allowed by the Minnesota Vikings to decrease. Include one good pun.

AI academic paper

(Because p < 0.01)
Dough-Licious Defense: The Bready Link Between US Household Spending on Bakery Products and Points Allowed by the Minnesota Vikings

The Journal of Culinary Conundrums

Jan 2024

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




Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You are a silly researcher writing an academic paper.You write titles and abstracts of goofy academic research papers.
User prompt:
Pretend you are an academic researcher. Your writing sounds like it belongs in a medical or economics journal. However, you frequently crack jokes, make puns, and add unexpected twists in your writing.

Please draft the title and abstract of an academic research paper presenting the findings of the connection between US household spending on bakery products and Points allowed by the Minnesota Vikings. Make lots of jokes, goofy observations, and puns.

Include a pun in the title.

Your research team used data from Bureau of Labor Statistics and Pro-Football-Reference.com to assess this nagging question. You found a correlation coefficient of 0.6065286 and p < 0.01 for 2000 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]]
Dough-Licious Defense: The Bready Link Between US Household Spending on Bakery Products and Points Allowed by the Minnesota Vikings

[[ABSTRACT]]
In this study, we delved into the correlation between US household spending on bakery products and the performance of the Minnesota Vikings in terms of points allowed. Employing data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics and Pro-Football-Reference.com, we discovered a surprising correlation coefficient of 0.6065286 and p < 0.01 between these seemingly unrelated variables from 2000 to 2022. Our findings unveil an interesting intertwining of carb-loaded pastries and the gridiron prowess of the Vikings. Join us as we dissect this dough-licious defense phenomenon, and let the aroma of freshly baked bread lead us to unexpected connections in the world of sports and shopping habits. So, next time you see the Vikings crumble or rise in their defense, it might just be time to pick up a croissant or two!


Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You are a silly researcher writing an academic paper.You draft the introduction section of an academic research paper.
User prompt:
Pretend you are an academic researcher. Your writing sounds like it belongs in a medical or economics journal. However, you frequently crack jokes, make puns, or add unexpected twists in your writing.

Please make up the introduction section of an academic research paper presenting the findings of the connection between US household spending on bakery products and Points allowed by the Minnesota Vikings. Make lots of jokes, goofy observations, and puns.

Here is the title and abstract of the paper:
[[TITLE]]
Dough-Licious Defense: The Bready Link Between US Household Spending on Bakery Products and Points Allowed by the Minnesota Vikings

[[ABSTRACT]]
In this study, we delved into the correlation between US household spending on bakery products and the performance of the Minnesota Vikings in terms of points allowed. Employing data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics and Pro-Football-Reference.com, we discovered a surprising correlation coefficient of 0.6065286 and p < 0.01 between these seemingly unrelated variables from 2000 to 2022. Our findings unveil an interesting intertwining of carb-loaded pastries and the gridiron prowess of the Vikings. Join us as we dissect this dough-licious defense phenomenon, and let the aroma of freshly baked bread lead us to unexpected connections in the world of sports and shopping habits. So, next time you see the Vikings crumble or rise in their defense, it might just be time to pick up a croissant or two!

-------

Your response should start like this:

[[INTRODUCTION]]



ChatGPT:
INTRODUCTION

Ah, the sweet smell of victory on the gridiron, and the tempting aroma of freshly baked bread. Who would have thought that these two worlds could ever collide? Yet, here we are, on the verge of unearthing the curious intertwining of US household spending on bakery products and the performance of the Minnesota Vikings' defense. Welcome to the dough-licious domain where carb-loaded treats and touchdowns converge.

While most researchers may stick to the conventional topics, we have decided to roll up our sleeves, dough-style, and dive into the world of unexpected correlations. Picture this: fans cheering in the stands, the scent of cinnamon rolls wafting through the air, and the Vikings holding their ground on the field. Intrigued? Well, you should be!

In this paper, we embark on a journey to explore the uncovered link between the consumption of delectable goodies and the defensive might of the Vikings. Prepare yourself for a ride through the realm of pastry-laden points and touchdowns – a journey that promises to be both enlightening and delightfully pun-filled.

So, tighten your apron strings, grab your favorite baguette, and join us as we venture into the depths of the dough-licious defense phenomenon. It's time to unravel the mystery that lies between the shelves of the local bakery and the tackles of the gridiron. After all, who knew that touchdowns and turnovers could have a taste?


Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You are a silly researcher writing an academic paper.You draft a literature review section of an academic research paper, that starts out dry for the first few sentences but then becomes hilarious and goofy.
User prompt:
Pretend you are an academic researcher. Your writing sounds like it belongs in a medical or economics journal. However, you frequently crack jokes, make puns, or add unexpected twists in your writing.

Please make up a literature review section of an academic research paper presenting the findings of the connection between US household spending on bakery products and Points allowed by the Minnesota Vikings. Make lots of jokes, goofy observations, and puns.

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

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

Start by naming serious-sounding studies by authors like Smith, Doe, and Jones - but then quickly devolve. Name some real non-fiction books that would be related to the topic. Then name some real fiction books that sound like they could be related. Then devolve ever further, and mention something completely ridiculous, like you conducted literature review by reading CVS receipts.

Here is the title and abstract of the paper:
[[TITLE]]
Dough-Licious Defense: The Bready Link Between US Household Spending on Bakery Products and Points Allowed by the Minnesota Vikings

[[ABSTRACT]]
In this study, we delved into the correlation between US household spending on bakery products and the performance of the Minnesota Vikings in terms of points allowed. Employing data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics and Pro-Football-Reference.com, we discovered a surprising correlation coefficient of 0.6065286 and p < 0.01 between these seemingly unrelated variables from 2000 to 2022. Our findings unveil an interesting intertwining of carb-loaded pastries and the gridiron prowess of the Vikings. Join us as we dissect this dough-licious defense phenomenon, and let the aroma of freshly baked bread lead us to unexpected connections in the world of sports and shopping habits. So, next time you see the Vikings crumble or rise in their defense, it might just be time to pick up a croissant or two!

-------

And here is the introduction section that led to this literature review:
[[INTRODUCTION]]
INTRODUCTION
Ah, the sweet smell of victory on the gridiron, and the tempting aroma of freshly baked bread. Who would have thought that these two worlds could ever collide? Yet, here we are, on the verge of unearthing the curious intertwining of US household spending on bakery products and the performance of the Minnesota Vikings' defense. Welcome to the dough-licious domain where carb-loaded treats and touchdowns converge.
While most researchers may stick to the conventional topics, we have decided to roll up our sleeves, dough-style, and dive into the world of unexpected correlations. Picture this: fans cheering in the stands, the scent of cinnamon rolls wafting through the air, and the Vikings holding their ground on the field. Intrigued? Well, you should be!
In this paper, we embark on a journey to explore the uncovered link between the consumption of delectable goodies and the defensive might of the Vikings. Prepare yourself for a ride through the realm of pastry-laden points and touchdowns – a journey that promises to be both enlightening and delightfully pun-filled.
So, tighten your apron strings, grab your favorite baguette, and join us as we venture into the depths of the dough-licious defense phenomenon. It's time to unravel the mystery that lies between the shelves of the local bakery and the tackles of the gridiron. After all, who knew that touchdowns and turnovers could have a taste?

-------

Your response should start like this:

[[LITERATURE REVIEW]]



ChatGPT:
[[LITERATURE REVIEW]]

The link between seemingly unrelated variables has long intrigued researchers, with numerous studies seeking to unravel unexpected connections that defy conventional wisdom. Smith et al. (2015) delved into the intricate relationship between consumer spending habits and sports performance, shedding light on the nuanced interplay of seemingly disparate factors. Similarly, Doe and Jones (2017) examined the impact of dietary choices on athletic outcomes, uncovering surprising correlations that challenge traditional conceptualizations of sports performance.

Moving beyond the realm of traditional academic research, real-world literature also offers valuable insights into the intersection of consumer behavior and athletic prowess. In "Bread, Baking, and Ballgames" (2020), food historian Jane Baker explores the historical significance of baked goods in sports culture, providing a rich tapestry of anecdotes that underscore the enduring connection between bread and athletics. Likewise, in "Gridiron Gastronomy: A Culinary Exploration of Football" (2018), culinary expert John Dough offers a flavorful exploration of the culinary traditions that permeate the world of football, highlighting the often-overlooked role of bakery products in shaping game-day experiences.

Venturing further into the realm of fictitious narratives, the novel "The Pastry Playbook" (2021) by Oven Yeasterson presents a whimsical tale of a baking aficionado who stumbles upon a magical recipe linking the performance of a fictional football team to the consumption of pastries. Meanwhile, "The Sourdough Supremacy" (2019) by Crusty Loafman weaves a fantastical narrative where a group of intrepid bakers discovers a parallel universe where the fate of a football team hinges on the success of their artisanal sourdough creations.

In a departure from traditional research sources, the authors also conducted a comprehensive analysis of unconventional literary materials, including grocery store receipts, cookbooks, and even the enigmatic writings found on the back of CVS receipts. While these sources may seem whimsical, they provided unexpected insights into the nuances of consumer purchasing patterns and their peculiar relationship with athletic outcomes.

As we embark on this scholarly exploration, it becomes clear that the intertwining of US household spending on bakery products and the performance of the Minnesota Vikings' defense transcends the boundaries of conventional academic discourse. The literature, both real and imagined, offers a tapestry of narratives that not only entertain but also invite us to approach this intriguing correlation with an open mind and a hearty sense of humor.


Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You are a silly researcher writing an academic paper.You draft the methodology section of an academic research paper.
User prompt:
Pretend you are an academic researcher. Your writing sounds like it belongs in a medical or economics journal. However, you frequently crack jokes, make puns, or add unexpected twists in your writing.

Please make up the methodology section of an academic research paper presenting the findings of the connection between US household spending on bakery products and Points allowed by the Minnesota Vikings. Make lots of jokes, goofy observations, and puns.

Your research team collected data from all across the internet, but mostly just used information from Bureau of Labor Statistics and Pro-Football-Reference.com . You used data from 2000 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]]
Dough-Licious Defense: The Bready Link Between US Household Spending on Bakery Products and Points Allowed by the Minnesota Vikings

[[ABSTRACT]]
In this study, we delved into the correlation between US household spending on bakery products and the performance of the Minnesota Vikings in terms of points allowed. Employing data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics and Pro-Football-Reference.com, we discovered a surprising correlation coefficient of 0.6065286 and p < 0.01 between these seemingly unrelated variables from 2000 to 2022. Our findings unveil an interesting intertwining of carb-loaded pastries and the gridiron prowess of the Vikings. Join us as we dissect this dough-licious defense phenomenon, and let the aroma of freshly baked bread lead us to unexpected connections in the world of sports and shopping habits. So, next time you see the Vikings crumble or rise in their defense, it might just be time to pick up a croissant or two!

[[INTRODUCTION]]
INTRODUCTION
Ah, the sweet smell of victory on the gridiron, and the tempting aroma of freshly baked bread. Who would have thought that these two worlds could ever collide? Yet, here we are, on the verge of unearthing the curious intertwining of US household spending on bakery products and the performance of the Minnesota Vikings' defense. Welcome to the dough-licious domain where carb-loaded treats and touchdowns converge.
While most researchers may stick to the conventional topics, we have decided to roll up our sleeves, dough-style, and dive into the world of unexpected correlations. Picture this: fans cheering in the stands, the scent of cinnamon rolls wafting through the air, and the Vikings holding their ground on the field. Intrigued? Well, you should be!
In this paper, we embark on a journey to explore the uncovered link between the consumption of delectable goodies and the defensive might of the Vikings. Prepare yourself for a ride through the realm of pastry-laden points and touchdowns – a journey that promises to be both enlightening and delightfully pun-filled.
So, tighten your apron strings, grab your favorite baguette, and join us as we venture into the depths of the dough-licious defense phenomenon. It's time to unravel the mystery that lies between the shelves of the local bakery and the tackles of the gridiron. After all, who knew that touchdowns and turnovers could have a taste?

-------

Your response should start like this:

[[METHODOLOGY]]



ChatGPT:

[[METHODOLOGY]]

To explore the perplexing connection between US household spending on bakery products and the defensive performance of the Minnesota Vikings, we employed a mix of analytical techniques that would make a pastry chef proud. Our data collection process involved delving into the statistical baker's dozen from the Bureau of Labor Statistics and sifting through the digitized football fields of Pro-Football-Reference.com. We gathered a plethora of information from the years 2000 to 2022, creating a veritable buffet of data for our hungry analyses.

Our first step involved kneading the raw data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, carefully weighing the household spending on bakery products, and allowing the dough to rise into a savory, statistical loaf. Next, we tackled the Pro-Football-Reference.com database, sifting through the touchdowns, field goals, and points allowed by the Minnesota Vikings. We stirred this football stew with a ladle of statistical seasoning, creating a statistical roux that would tantalize the taste buds of even the most discerning data connoisseur.

With our data prepared like a well-risen soufflé, we then faced the challenge of finding the recipe for correlation. Using a combination of regression analyses and advanced statistical software, we churned through the data like a master baker working dough, searching for any signs of a binding agent between household bakery spending and the Vikings' defensive prowess.

After our statistical oven timer dinged, signaling the completion of our analyses, we emerged with a correlation coefficient worthy of a standing ovation (or at least a polite golf clap). With an unexpected and rather yeast-spiring correlation coefficient of 0.6065286 and p < 0.01, our findings set the stage for an intriguing exploration into the world of pastry-laden performance metrics.

In conclusion, our quirky and unconventional approach to this research has not only unveiled a surprising correlation but also exemplified the importance of embracing unexpected connections in the realm of sports and consumer habits. Much like a perfectly crafted croissant, our methodology has risen to the challenge and brought forth a dough-licious revelation that will surely leave a lasting impression on the academic oven of ideas.


Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You are a silly researcher writing an academic paper.You draft the results section of an academic research paper. You speak in the past tense (you found...).
User prompt:
Pretend you are an academic researcher. Your writing sounds like it belongs in a medical or economics journal. However, you frequently crack jokes, make puns, or add unexpected twists in your writing.

Please make up the results section of an academic research paper presenting the findings of the connection between US household spending on bakery products and Points allowed by the Minnesota Vikings. Make lots of jokes, goofy observations, and puns.

Your research team collected data from all across the internet, but mostly just used information from Bureau of Labor Statistics and Pro-Football-Reference.com .

For the time period 2000 to 2022, you found a correlation 0.6065286, r-squared of 0.3678769, 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]]
Dough-Licious Defense: The Bready Link Between US Household Spending on Bakery Products and Points Allowed by the Minnesota Vikings

[[ABSTRACT]]
In this study, we delved into the correlation between US household spending on bakery products and the performance of the Minnesota Vikings in terms of points allowed. Employing data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics and Pro-Football-Reference.com, we discovered a surprising correlation coefficient of 0.6065286 and p < 0.01 between these seemingly unrelated variables from 2000 to 2022. Our findings unveil an interesting intertwining of carb-loaded pastries and the gridiron prowess of the Vikings. Join us as we dissect this dough-licious defense phenomenon, and let the aroma of freshly baked bread lead us to unexpected connections in the world of sports and shopping habits. So, next time you see the Vikings crumble or rise in their defense, it might just be time to pick up a croissant or two!

-------

And here is the methodology section that led to this result:
[[METHODOLOGY]]
INTRODUCTION
Ah, the sweet smell of victory on the gridiron, and the tempting aroma of freshly baked bread. Who would have thought that these two worlds could ever collide? Yet, here we are, on the verge of unearthing the curious intertwining of US household spending on bakery products and the performance of the Minnesota Vikings' defense. Welcome to the dough-licious domain where carb-loaded treats and touchdowns converge.
While most researchers may stick to the conventional topics, we have decided to roll up our sleeves, dough-style, and dive into the world of unexpected correlations. Picture this: fans cheering in the stands, the scent of cinnamon rolls wafting through the air, and the Vikings holding their ground on the field. Intrigued? Well, you should be!
In this paper, we embark on a journey to explore the uncovered link between the consumption of delectable goodies and the defensive might of the Vikings. Prepare yourself for a ride through the realm of pastry-laden points and touchdowns – a journey that promises to be both enlightening and delightfully pun-filled.
So, tighten your apron strings, grab your favorite baguette, and join us as we venture into the depths of the dough-licious defense phenomenon. It's time to unravel the mystery that lies between the shelves of the local bakery and the tackles of the gridiron. After all, who knew that touchdowns and turnovers could have a taste?

-------

Your response should start like this:

[[RESULTS]]



ChatGPT:

[[RESULTS]]

The statistical analysis of the data revealed a surprising and statistically significant correlation between US household spending on bakery products and points allowed by the Minnesota Vikings. The correlation coefficient of 0.6065286 indicates a moderately strong positive linear relationship between these seemingly unrelated variables during the time period from 2000 to 2022. The obtained r-squared value of 0.3678769 suggests that approximately 36.79% of the variability in points allowed by the Vikings can be explained by the variability in household spending on bakery products. Furthermore, the p-value of less than 0.01 provides strong evidence against the null hypothesis of no relationship, supporting the existence of a significant association between the two variables.

As illustrated in Figure 1, the scatterplot depicts a clear and convincing pattern, with household spending on bakery products exhibiting an upward trend as the points allowed by the Minnesota Vikings increase. This visual representation underscores the noteworthy link between carb-loaded indulgences and the defensive performance of the Vikings on the gridiron.

These findings not only highlight the unusual correlation between the consumption of delectable treats and the defensive prowess of the Vikings but also open the door to a multitude of pastry-related puns and culinary sports metaphors. When the Vikings' defense crumbles, could it be that the fans are in dire knead of more pastries to lift their spirits? Or perhaps the players need to rise to the occasion with a buttery croissant in hand? The possibilities are as endless as the varieties of bread in a well-stocked bakery.

Our results beckon further exploration into the dough-licious defense phenomenon and encourage a shift in perspective when considering the factors influencing the performance of sports teams. As we digest these findings, let us savor the flavor of this unconventional relationship between pastries and pigskins, where the dough rolls on as the Vikings tackle their way through the season.


Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You are a silly researcher writing an academic paper.You draft the discussion section of an academic research paper.
User prompt:
Pretend you are an academic researcher. Your writing sounds like it belongs in a medical or economics journal. However, you frequently crack jokes, make puns, or add unexpected twists in your writing.

Please make up the discussion section of an academic research paper presenting the findings of the connection between US household spending on bakery products and Points allowed by the Minnesota Vikings. Make lots of jokes, goofy observations, and puns.

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]]
Dough-Licious Defense: The Bready Link Between US Household Spending on Bakery Products and Points Allowed by the Minnesota Vikings

[[ABSTRACT]]
In this study, we delved into the correlation between US household spending on bakery products and the performance of the Minnesota Vikings in terms of points allowed. Employing data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics and Pro-Football-Reference.com, we discovered a surprising correlation coefficient of 0.6065286 and p < 0.01 between these seemingly unrelated variables from 2000 to 2022. Our findings unveil an interesting intertwining of carb-loaded pastries and the gridiron prowess of the Vikings. Join us as we dissect this dough-licious defense phenomenon, and let the aroma of freshly baked bread lead us to unexpected connections in the world of sports and shopping habits. So, next time you see the Vikings crumble or rise in their defense, it might just be time to pick up a croissant or two!

[[LITERATURE REVIEW]]
The link between seemingly unrelated variables has long intrigued researchers, with numerous studies seeking to unravel unexpected connections that defy conventional wisdom. Smith et al. (2015) delved into the intricate relationship between consumer spending habits and sports performance, shedding light on the nuanced interplay of seemingly disparate factors. Similarly, Doe and Jones (2017) examined the impact of dietary choices on athletic outcomes, uncovering surprising correlations that challenge traditional conceptualizations of sports performance.
Moving beyond the realm of traditional academic research, real-world literature also offers valuable insights into the intersection of consumer behavior and athletic prowess. In "Bread, Baking, and Ballgames" (2020), food historian Jane Baker explores the historical significance of baked goods in sports culture, providing a rich tapestry of anecdotes that underscore the enduring connection between bread and athletics. Likewise, in "Gridiron Gastronomy: A Culinary Exploration of Football" (2018), culinary expert John Dough offers a flavorful exploration of the culinary traditions that permeate the world of football, highlighting the often-overlooked role of bakery products in shaping game-day experiences.
Venturing further into the realm of fictitious narratives, the novel "The Pastry Playbook" (2021) by Oven Yeasterson presents a whimsical tale of a baking aficionado who stumbles upon a magical recipe linking the performance of a fictional football team to the consumption of pastries. Meanwhile, "The Sourdough Supremacy" (2019) by Crusty Loafman weaves a fantastical narrative where a group of intrepid bakers discovers a parallel universe where the fate of a football team hinges on the success of their artisanal sourdough creations.
In a departure from traditional research sources, the authors also conducted a comprehensive analysis of unconventional literary materials, including grocery store receipts, cookbooks, and even the enigmatic writings found on the back of CVS receipts. While these sources may seem whimsical, they provided unexpected insights into the nuances of consumer purchasing patterns and their peculiar relationship with athletic outcomes.
As we embark on this scholarly exploration, it becomes clear that the intertwining of US household spending on bakery products and the performance of the Minnesota Vikings' defense transcends the boundaries of conventional academic discourse. The literature, both real and imagined, offers a tapestry of narratives that not only entertain but also invite us to approach this intriguing correlation with an open mind and a hearty sense of humor.

[[RESULTS]]
The statistical analysis of the data revealed a surprising and statistically significant correlation between US household spending on bakery products and points allowed by the Minnesota Vikings. The correlation coefficient of 0.6065286 indicates a moderately strong positive linear relationship between these seemingly unrelated variables during the time period from 2000 to 2022. The obtained r-squared value of 0.3678769 suggests that approximately 36.79% of the variability in points allowed by the Vikings can be explained by the variability in household spending on bakery products. Furthermore, the p-value of less than 0.01 provides strong evidence against the null hypothesis of no relationship, supporting the existence of a significant association between the two variables.
As illustrated in Figure 1, the scatterplot depicts a clear and convincing pattern, with household spending on bakery products exhibiting an upward trend as the points allowed by the Minnesota Vikings increase. This visual representation underscores the noteworthy link between carb-loaded indulgences and the defensive performance of the Vikings on the gridiron.
These findings not only highlight the unusual correlation between the consumption of delectable treats and the defensive prowess of the Vikings but also open the door to a multitude of pastry-related puns and culinary sports metaphors. When the Vikings' defense crumbles, could it be that the fans are in dire knead of more pastries to lift their spirits? Or perhaps the players need to rise to the occasion with a buttery croissant in hand? The possibilities are as endless as the varieties of bread in a well-stocked bakery.
Our results beckon further exploration into the dough-licious defense phenomenon and encourage a shift in perspective when considering the factors influencing the performance of sports teams. As we digest these findings, let us savor the flavor of this unconventional relationship between pastries and pigskins, where the dough rolls on as the Vikings tackle their way through the season.

-------

Your response should start like this:

[[DISCUSSION]]



ChatGPT:

[[DISCUSSION]]

The results of our study have provided compelling evidence of a significant and rather dough-lightful relationship between US household spending on bakery products and the points allowed by the Minnesota Vikings. These findings are in line with the prior research by Smith et al. (2015) and Doe and Jones (2017), who explored the intriguing interplay between consumer spending habits and sports performance. Much like a perfectly baked loaf, our study has risen to the occasion and kneaded its way into the realm of unconventional correlations, adding an unexpected twist to the field of sports analytics.

The literature review illuminated the ways in which unconventional narratives and historical anecdotes have hinted at the intersection of culinary indulgences and athletic prowess, and our results have validated these seemingly fantastical connections. The unexpected correlation coefficient of 0.6065286 and a p-value of less than 0.01 have reinforced the notion that there may indeed be a substantial association between the consumption of delectable pastries and the defensive performance of the Vikings. Perhaps, the aroma of freshly baked bread truly holds the secret to bolstering the Vikings' defense, just as "The Pastry Playbook" (2021) whimsically suggested.

Our findings not only support the existence of a "dough-licious defense" phenomenon but also emphasize the need to incorporate culinary factors into the broader understanding of sports performance. Just as bakers meticulously measure ingredients to yield the perfect confection, our study urges researchers to carefully consider the unique flavor profiles of consumer behaviors and their potential impact on athletic outcomes.

The scatterplot analysis vividly captures the intriguing pattern, showcasing how household spending on bakery products rises as the points allowed by the Vikings increase. It's as if the fate of the Vikings' defense is intricately interwoven with the flaky layers of a buttery croissant - a delightful visualization that challenges traditional paradigms of sports analysis. As we digest these results, it's evident that this dough-licious defense is more than just a pinch of flour in the mix; it's an integral ingredient in the savory recipe of sports analytics and consumer behavior.

So, the next time the Vikings' defense crumbles, instead of pointing fingers, let's ponder whether a surge in pastry consumption can help butter them up for a stronger performance. Our study beckons further exploration of this bready correlation and serves as a reminder that, in the world of sports and consumption, there is always room for a little sprinkle of humor and a pinch of pastry-related puns. As researchers continue to tackle the dough-licious mysteries of the culinary gridiron, let us savor the lingering aroma of freshly baked connections - where the only thing at risk of getting burnt is our sense of humor!


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

Please make up a short conclusion of an academic research paper presenting the findings of the connection between US household spending on bakery products and Points allowed by the Minnesota Vikings. Make lots of jokes, goofy observations, and puns.

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]]
Dough-Licious Defense: The Bready Link Between US Household Spending on Bakery Products and Points Allowed by the Minnesota Vikings

[[ABSTRACT]]
In this study, we delved into the correlation between US household spending on bakery products and the performance of the Minnesota Vikings in terms of points allowed. Employing data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics and Pro-Football-Reference.com, we discovered a surprising correlation coefficient of 0.6065286 and p < 0.01 between these seemingly unrelated variables from 2000 to 2022. Our findings unveil an interesting intertwining of carb-loaded pastries and the gridiron prowess of the Vikings. Join us as we dissect this dough-licious defense phenomenon, and let the aroma of freshly baked bread lead us to unexpected connections in the world of sports and shopping habits. So, next time you see the Vikings crumble or rise in their defense, it might just be time to pick up a croissant or two!

[[INTRDUCTION]]
INTRODUCTION
Ah, the sweet smell of victory on the gridiron, and the tempting aroma of freshly baked bread. Who would have thought that these two worlds could ever collide? Yet, here we are, on the verge of unearthing the curious intertwining of US household spending on bakery products and the performance of the Minnesota Vikings' defense. Welcome to the dough-licious domain where carb-loaded treats and touchdowns converge.
While most researchers may stick to the conventional topics, we have decided to roll up our sleeves, dough-style, and dive into the world of unexpected correlations. Picture this: fans cheering in the stands, the scent of cinnamon rolls wafting through the air, and the Vikings holding their ground on the field. Intrigued? Well, you should be!
In this paper, we embark on a journey to explore the uncovered link between the consumption of delectable goodies and the defensive might of the Vikings. Prepare yourself for a ride through the realm of pastry-laden points and touchdowns – a journey that promises to be both enlightening and delightfully pun-filled.
So, tighten your apron strings, grab your favorite baguette, and join us as we venture into the depths of the dough-licious defense phenomenon. It's time to unravel the mystery that lies between the shelves of the local bakery and the tackles of the gridiron. After all, who knew that touchdowns and turnovers could have a taste?

[[RESULTS]]
The statistical analysis of the data revealed a surprising and statistically significant correlation between US household spending on bakery products and points allowed by the Minnesota Vikings. The correlation coefficient of 0.6065286 indicates a moderately strong positive linear relationship between these seemingly unrelated variables during the time period from 2000 to 2022. The obtained r-squared value of 0.3678769 suggests that approximately 36.79% of the variability in points allowed by the Vikings can be explained by the variability in household spending on bakery products. Furthermore, the p-value of less than 0.01 provides strong evidence against the null hypothesis of no relationship, supporting the existence of a significant association between the two variables.
As illustrated in Figure 1, the scatterplot depicts a clear and convincing pattern, with household spending on bakery products exhibiting an upward trend as the points allowed by the Minnesota Vikings increase. This visual representation underscores the noteworthy link between carb-loaded indulgences and the defensive performance of the Vikings on the gridiron.
These findings not only highlight the unusual correlation between the consumption of delectable treats and the defensive prowess of the Vikings but also open the door to a multitude of pastry-related puns and culinary sports metaphors. When the Vikings' defense crumbles, could it be that the fans are in dire knead of more pastries to lift their spirits? Or perhaps the players need to rise to the occasion with a buttery croissant in hand? The possibilities are as endless as the varieties of bread in a well-stocked bakery.
Our results beckon further exploration into the dough-licious defense phenomenon and encourage a shift in perspective when considering the factors influencing the performance of sports teams. As we digest these findings, let us savor the flavor of this unconventional relationship between pastries and pigskins, where the dough rolls on as the Vikings tackle their way through the season.

-------

Your response should start like this:

[[CONCLUSION]]



ChatGPT:

CONCLUSION

In conclusion, our findings present a deliriously doughy connection between US household spending on bakery products and the defensive performance of the Minnesota Vikings. The statistically significant correlation between these seemingly unrelated variables has left us knee-deep in pastry-related puns and culinary sports metaphors.

While it might seem like a half-baked idea, there is no denying the loaf-ly relationship between carb-loaded indulgences and the gridiron prowess of the Vikings. As the points allowed by the Vikings rise, so does the temptation for a freshly baked croissant or a fluffy cinnamon roll. It appears that the fans' cravings and the team's defensive performance are intricately intertwined in a way that tickles the dough-cial and tackles our conventional understanding of sports performance.

However, despite the temptation to knead out more puns and pursue further research into the fascinating dough-licious defense phenomenon, our findings present a conclusive end. It's time to roll out of the oven and proclaim that no more research is needed in this area. Let's toast to this enlightening revelation as we bid adieu to this unexpected collision of carb-loaded pastries and the gridiron prowess of the Vikings.

As this chapter in the annals of research comes to a close, we invite you to ponder the next time the Vikings face a defensive challenge – could it be that a fragrant bakery nearby holds the secret to their success? After all, in the world of unexpected correlations, anything is possible. Keep calm and carry a doughnut!


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 Dough-Licious Defense: The Bready Link Between US Household Spending on Bakery Products and Points Allowed by the Minnesota Vikings. Respond only with the name of a fictional academic journal.

ChatGPT:

The Journal of Culinary Conundrums


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 Dough-Licious Defense: The Bready Link Between US Household Spending on Bakery Products and Points Allowed by the Minnesota Vikings. Respond only with the name of a fictional organization.

ChatGPT:

The Baking Economists Association


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 Dough-Licious Defense: The Bready Link Between US Household Spending on Bakery Products and Points Allowed by the Minnesota Vikings with an abstract of In this study, we delved into the correlation between US household spending on bakery products and the performance of the Minnesota Vikings in terms of points allowed. Employing data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics and Pro-Football-Reference.com, we discovered a surprising correlation coefficient of 0.6065286 and p < 0.01 between these seemingly unrelated variables from 2000 to 2022. Our findings unveil an interesting intertwining of carb-loaded pastries and the gridiron prowess of the Vikings. Join us as we dissect this dough-licious defense phenomenon, and let the aroma of freshly baked bread lead us to unexpected connections in the world of sports and shopping habits. So, next time you see the Vikings crumble or rise in their defense, it might just be time to pick up a croissant or two!

ChatGPT:

US household spending on bakery products, Minnesota Vikings performance, points allowed, correlation, Bureau of Labor Statistics, Pro-Football-Reference.com, correlation coefficient, carb-loaded pastries, gridiron prowess, dough-licious defense, freshly baked bread, sports correlations, shopping habits, NFL defense, pastry consumption, football performance

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



Random correlation

Discover a new correlation

View all correlations

View all research papers

Report an error


Data details

US household spending on bakery products
Detailed data title: Annual US household spend on bakery products, as a percentage of total household spend
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics
See what else correlates with US household spending on bakery products

Points allowed by the Minnesota Vikings
Detailed data title: Total points the Minnesota Vikings allowed their opponents to score during the year
Source: Pro-Football-Reference.com
See what else correlates with Points allowed by the Minnesota Vikings

Correlation r = 0.6065286 (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 = 0.3678769 (Coefficient of determination)
This means 36.8% of the change in the one variable (i.e., Points allowed by the Minnesota Vikings) is predictable based on the change in the other (i.e., US household spending on bakery products) over the 23 years from 2000 through 2022.

p < 0.01, which is statistically significant(Null hypothesis significance test)
The p-value is 0.0022. 0.0021530189582936042000000000
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 0.61 in 0.22% of random cases. Said differently, if you correlated 464 random variables Which I absolutely did.
with the same 22 degrees of freedom, Degrees of freedom is a measure of how many free components we are testing. In this case it is 22 because we have two variables measured over a period of 23 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.

[ 0.26, 0.81 ] 95% correlation confidence interval (using the Fisher z-transformation)
The confidence interval is an estimate the range of the value of the correlation coefficient, using the correlation itself as an input. The values are meant to be the low and high end of the correlation coefficient with 95% confidence.

This one is a bit more complciated than the other calculations, but I include it because many people have been pushing for confidence intervals instead of p-value calculations (for example: NEJM. However, if you are dredging data, you can reliably find yourself in the 5%. That's my goal!


All values for the years included above: If I were being very sneaky, I could trim years from the beginning or end of the datasets to increase the correlation on some pairs of variables. I don't do that because there are already plenty of correlations in my database without monkeying with the years.

Still, sometimes one of the variables has more years of data available than the other. This page only shows the overlapping years. To see all the years, click on "See what else correlates with..." link above.
20002001200220032004200520062007200820092010201120122013201420152016201720182019202020212022
US household spending on bakery products (Household spend)0.7806540.7490260.7276840.7153880.7074550.6507360.6280990.6386240.6675120.6807020.7004930.7162260.6920420.7025440.6411810.61810.6159380.6460210.6402720.6345580.6978190.6902940.68113
Points allowed by the Minnesota Vikings (Vikings points)371390442353395344327311333312348449348480343302307252341303475426427




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([0.780654,0.749026,0.727684,0.715388,0.707455,0.650736,0.628099,0.638624,0.667512,0.680702,0.700493,0.716226,0.692042,0.702544,0.641181,0.6181,0.615938,0.646021,0.640272,0.634558,0.697819,0.690294,0.68113,])
array_2 = np.array([371,390,442,353,395,344,327,311,333,312,348,449,348,480,343,302,307,252,341,303,475,426,427,])
array_1_name = "US household spending on bakery products"
array_2_name = "Points allowed by the Minnesota Vikings"

# 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)



Reuseable content

You may re-use the images on this page for any purpose, even commercial purposes, without asking for permission. The only requirement is that you attribute Tyler Vigen. Attribution can take many different forms. If you leave the "tylervigen.com" link in the image, that satisfies it just fine. If you remove it and move it to a footnote, that's fine too. You can also just write "Charts courtesy of Tyler Vigen" at the bottom of an article.

You do not need to attribute "the spurious correlations website," and you don't even need to link here if you don't want to. I don't gain anything from pageviews. There are no ads on this site, there is nothing for sale, and I am not for hire.

For the record, I am just one person. Tyler Vigen, he/him/his. I do have degrees, but they should not go after my name unless you want to annoy my wife. If that is your goal, then go ahead and cite me as "Tyler Vigen, A.A. A.A.S. B.A. J.D." Otherwise it is just "Tyler Vigen."

When spoken, my last name is pronounced "vegan," like I don't eat meat.

Full license details.
For more on re-use permissions, or to get a signed release form, see tylervigen.com/permission.

Download images for these variables:


View another random correlation

How fun was this correlation?

Big thanks for reviewing!


Correlation ID: 2202 · Black Variable ID: 19946 · Red Variable ID: 19727
about · subscribe · emailme@tylervigen.com · twitter

CC BY 4.0