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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 Nuclear power generation in Brazil and the second variable is Hotdogs consumed by Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Competition Champion.  The chart goes from 1982 to 2021, and the two variables track closely in value over that time. Small Image
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AI explanation

The increase in Nuclear power generation in Brazil led to a boost in the overall power of hot dog consumption around the world. As a result, the reigning champion at Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Competition felt the heat and had to up their game to relish the victory. It seems the connection between Brazil's nuclear power and Nathan's hot dog consumption is truly 'fission' for a win!

Model: dalle-3
Prompt: Generate an image of a bustling cityscape in Brazil, with a cubist interpretation. The focus of the scene should be a sleek and towering nuclear power plant against a bright blue sky. A crowd should be gathered around, watching a champion fueled by the power plant's energy, triumphantly devour a towering stack of hotdogs. Rows of hotdog stands should line the streets, showcasing vibrant banners for the "Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Competition Champion". 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: Nuclear power generation in Brazil and Hotdogs consumed by Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Competition Champion. 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: Woodblock painting Cubism Concept art Scalar art Cubism
ChatGPT: Cubism

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 Nuclear power generation in Brazil and Hotdogs consumed by Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Competition Champion, in the following situation: As nuclear power in Brazil increased, so did the "atomic" energy of hotdogs, inspiring the Nathan's champion to consume more in a "chain reaction" of frankfurter feasting frenzy. The power of "nuclear" dogs knows no limits!. Keep the description simple.
ChatGPT: In a bustling city in Brazil, a sleek nuclear power plant stands tall against the bright blue sky. Rows of hotdog stands line the streets, with vibrant banners showcasing the "Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Competition Champion." A crowd gathers to watch as the champion, fueled by the atomic energy of the nuclear power, triumphantly devours a towering stack of hotdogs in a dazzling display of "nuclear" dog consumption.

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: [ Cubism ] and depicting this scene: In a bustling city in Brazil, a sleek nuclear power plant stands tall against the bright blue sky. Rows of hotdog stands line the streets, with vibrant banners showcasing the "Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Competition Champion." A crowd gathers to watch as the champion, fueled by the atomic energy of the nuclear power, triumphantly devours a towering stack of hotdogs in a dazzling display of "nuclear" dog consumption. Keep the visual depiction simple. Do not include any words or speech bubbles.
ChatGPT: Generate an image of a bustling cityscape in Brazil, with a cubist interpretation. The focus of the scene should be a sleek and towering nuclear power plant against a bright blue sky. A crowd should be gathered around, watching a champion fueled by the power plant's energy, triumphantly devour a towering stack of hotdogs. Rows of hotdog stands should line the streets, showcasing vibrant banners for the "Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Competition Champion".

*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 Nuclear power generation in Brazil caused Hotdogs consumed by Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Competition Champion to increase. Include one good pun.

AI academic paper

(Because p < 0.01)
The Nuclear-Hotdog Nexus: Unveiling the Unlikely Link Between Brazilian Nuclear Power Generation and Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Champion's Consumption

The Journal of Nuclear Gastronomy

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 Nuclear power generation in Brazil and Hotdogs consumed by Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Competition Champion. 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 Energy Information Administration and Wikipedia to assess this nagging question. You found a correlation coefficient of 0.9563716 and p < 0.01 for 1982 to 2021.

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]]
"The Nuclear-Hotdog Nexus: Unveiling the Unlikely Link Between Brazilian Nuclear Power Generation and Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Champion's Consumption"

[[ABSTRACT]]
The exhilarating world of nuclear power generation in Brazil has long intrigued scholars and researchers. Meanwhile, the Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Competition has captivated audiences for decades with its awe-inspiring champions. In this study, we delve into the unexpected correlation between these two seemingly unrelated phenomena. Leveraging data from the Energy Information Administration and Wikipedia, we rigorously examine the interplay between nuclear power generation in Brazil and the hotdogs consumed by Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Competition champion.

In this unlikely pairing, it appears that nuclear power generation in Brazil has a substantial correlation with the number of hotdogs consumed by the reigning champion. The correlation coefficient of 0.9563716 and p < 0.01 for the period from 1982 to 2021 establishes a compelling statistical link that cannot be ignored. This discovery sheds light on the unforeseen influence of nuclear power generation on one of humanity's most cherished competitive eating events, leaving us with food for thought.

On that note, remember folks, when it comes to statistical correlations, always relish the findings, but be cautious not to over-sausage the interpretation.


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 Nuclear power generation in Brazil and Hotdogs consumed by Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Competition Champion. You can't resist a good dad joke. Add a relevant dad joke related to the content every couple of sentences. Stay serious and dry most of the time, but then occasionally let your wit shine through.

Here is the title and abstract of the paper:
[[TITLE]]
"The Nuclear-Hotdog Nexus: Unveiling the Unlikely Link Between Brazilian Nuclear Power Generation and Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Champion's Consumption"

[[ABSTRACT]]
The exhilarating world of nuclear power generation in Brazil has long intrigued scholars and researchers. Meanwhile, the Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Competition has captivated audiences for decades with its awe-inspiring champions. In this study, we delve into the unexpected correlation between these two seemingly unrelated phenomena. Leveraging data from the Energy Information Administration and Wikipedia, we rigorously examine the interplay between nuclear power generation in Brazil and the hotdogs consumed by Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Competition champion.

In this unlikely pairing, it appears that nuclear power generation in Brazil has a substantial correlation with the number of hotdogs consumed by the reigning champion. The correlation coefficient of 0.9563716 and p < 0.01 for the period from 1982 to 2021 establishes a compelling statistical link that cannot be ignored. This discovery sheds light on the unforeseen influence of nuclear power generation on one of humanity's most cherished competitive eating events, leaving us with food for thought.

On that note, remember folks, when it comes to statistical correlations, always relish the findings, but be cautious not to over-sausage the interpretation.

-------

Your response should start like this:

[[INTRODUCTION]]



ChatGPT:
[[INTRODUCTION]]

The intersection of nuclear power generation in Brazil and the annual Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Competition may seem as unlikely as finding a hot dog in a vegan restaurant, but our research has unearthed a surprising connection that will leave you both pondering and probably craving a hot dog. As researchers, we aim to satisfy our intellectual hunger for uncovering unexpected relationships and correlations, much like how the winners of eating competitions satisfy their physical hunger for hot dogs.

This inquiry originated from a serendipitous observation during a lunchtime discussion, leading us to mull over the question: "Could there be a link between the energy harnessed from nuclear power in Brazil and the consumptive feats of the Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Competition champions?" Our investigation aims to address this question and further illuminate the ever-surprising world of statistical associations, making it clear that research can be as delicious and fulfilling as a perfectly grilled hot dog.

Speaking of hot dogs, have you heard about the hot dog who couldn't land a date? He was a real wiener when it came to relationships. But let's not let that distract us from the sausage of this paper. Our study leverages a robust dataset encompassing the historical nuclear power generation in Brazil and the jaw-dropping hot dog consumption by Nathan's champions over the past four decades. This analysis aims to offer a frank exploration of this peculiar correlation, allowing us to ketchup on our understanding of the unlikely relationship between electricity production and competitive hot dog eating.

As we embark on this scholarly journey to unravel the enigmatic nuclear-hotdog nexus, we invite you to join us in exploring the sizzling world of statistical connections. After all, who knew that nuclear power and hot dog consumption would go together like peanut butter and jelly? Or should we say, like mustard and ketchup?


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 Nuclear power generation in Brazil and Hotdogs consumed by Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Competition Champion. You can't resist a good dad joke. Add a relevant dad joke related to the content every couple of sentences.

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

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

Start by naming serious-sounding studies by authors like Smith, Doe, and Jones - but then quickly devolve. Name some real non-fiction books that would be related to the topic. Then name some real fiction books that sound like they could be related. Then name a few real TV shows that sound like they might be relevant to the topic that you watched as research.

Here is the title and abstract of the paper:
[[TITLE]]
"The Nuclear-Hotdog Nexus: Unveiling the Unlikely Link Between Brazilian Nuclear Power Generation and Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Champion's Consumption"

[[ABSTRACT]]
The exhilarating world of nuclear power generation in Brazil has long intrigued scholars and researchers. Meanwhile, the Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Competition has captivated audiences for decades with its awe-inspiring champions. In this study, we delve into the unexpected correlation between these two seemingly unrelated phenomena. Leveraging data from the Energy Information Administration and Wikipedia, we rigorously examine the interplay between nuclear power generation in Brazil and the hotdogs consumed by Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Competition champion.

In this unlikely pairing, it appears that nuclear power generation in Brazil has a substantial correlation with the number of hotdogs consumed by the reigning champion. The correlation coefficient of 0.9563716 and p < 0.01 for the period from 1982 to 2021 establishes a compelling statistical link that cannot be ignored. This discovery sheds light on the unforeseen influence of nuclear power generation on one of humanity's most cherished competitive eating events, leaving us with food for thought.

On that note, remember folks, when it comes to statistical correlations, always relish the findings, but be cautious not to over-sausage the interpretation.

-------

And here is the introduction section that led to this literature review:
[[INTRODUCTION]]
The intersection of nuclear power generation in Brazil and the annual Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Competition may seem as unlikely as finding a hot dog in a vegan restaurant, but our research has unearthed a surprising connection that will leave you both pondering and probably craving a hot dog. As researchers, we aim to satisfy our intellectual hunger for uncovering unexpected relationships and correlations, much like how the winners of eating competitions satisfy their physical hunger for hot dogs.
This inquiry originated from a serendipitous observation during a lunchtime discussion, leading us to mull over the question: "Could there be a link between the energy harnessed from nuclear power in Brazil and the consumptive feats of the Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Competition champions?" Our investigation aims to address this question and further illuminate the ever-surprising world of statistical associations, making it clear that research can be as delicious and fulfilling as a perfectly grilled hot dog.
Speaking of hot dogs, have you heard about the hot dog who couldn't land a date? He was a real wiener when it came to relationships. But let's not let that distract us from the sausage of this paper. Our study leverages a robust dataset encompassing the historical nuclear power generation in Brazil and the jaw-dropping hot dog consumption by Nathan's champions over the past four decades. This analysis aims to offer a frank exploration of this peculiar correlation, allowing us to ketchup on our understanding of the unlikely relationship between electricity production and competitive hot dog eating.
As we embark on this scholarly journey to unravel the enigmatic nuclear-hotdog nexus, we invite you to join us in exploring the sizzling world of statistical connections. After all, who knew that nuclear power and hot dog consumption would go together like peanut butter and jelly? Or should we say, like mustard and ketchup?

-------

Your response should start like this:

[[LITERATURE REVIEW]]



ChatGPT:
[[LITERATURE REVIEW]]

The existing literature on the connection between nuclear power generation and hotdog consumption by Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Competition champions has been limited, to say the least. Smith (2015) examined the energy production trends in Brazil, while Doe (2018) delved into the socio-economic impact of competitive eating events in the United States. However, neither study ventured into the unprecedented territory of uncovering the correlation between these two seemingly unrelated domains.

On a more serious note, let's relish in the fact that our research is expanding the scholarly conversation in unexpected ways. Speaking of "expanding," I once entered a hot dog eating competition, but I couldn't cut the mustard. It seems I just couldn't ketchup to the competition! But I digress...

In "The Power of Nuclear Energy in South America," Jones (2020) provides a comprehensive analysis of Brazil's nuclear power sector, shedding light on its role in shaping the country's energy landscape. Additionally, "Hot Dogs: A Global History" by William Weir (2009) offers a fascinating exploration of hot dog consumption across different cultures, providing valuable context for understanding the phenomenon we are investigating.

However, let's not forget the fictional realm, where nuclear power and hotdogs may well converge. "Hot Dog Girl" by Jennifer Dugan (2019) and "Nuclear Jellyfish" by Tim Dorsey (2008) may not directly relate to our research, but their titles certainly invite whimsical speculation about potential connections.

Furthermore, our foray into pop culture included research on TV shows such as "Breaking Bad" and "The Simpsons," both of which include references to nuclear power and hot dogs. While not directly relevant to our study, these sources have inspired our approach to unraveling the nuclear-hotdog nexus.

As we navigate this uncharted territory of scholarly inquiry, it is imperative to embrace both the rigors of academic investigation and the occasional craving for a good old-fashioned hot dog. After all, who's to say that groundbreaking research and a love for the occasional hot dog can't go hand in hand? It's like they say, when it comes to research, always remember to mustard the strength to relish the journey.


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 Nuclear power generation in Brazil and Hotdogs consumed by Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Competition Champion. You can't resist a good dad joke. Add a relevant dad joke related to the content every couple of sentences. Stay serious and dry most of the time, but then occasionally let your wit shine through.

Your research team collected data from all across the internet, but mostly just used information from Energy Information Administration and Wikipedia . You used data from 1982 to 2021

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]]
"The Nuclear-Hotdog Nexus: Unveiling the Unlikely Link Between Brazilian Nuclear Power Generation and Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Champion's Consumption"

[[ABSTRACT]]
The exhilarating world of nuclear power generation in Brazil has long intrigued scholars and researchers. Meanwhile, the Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Competition has captivated audiences for decades with its awe-inspiring champions. In this study, we delve into the unexpected correlation between these two seemingly unrelated phenomena. Leveraging data from the Energy Information Administration and Wikipedia, we rigorously examine the interplay between nuclear power generation in Brazil and the hotdogs consumed by Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Competition champion.

In this unlikely pairing, it appears that nuclear power generation in Brazil has a substantial correlation with the number of hotdogs consumed by the reigning champion. The correlation coefficient of 0.9563716 and p < 0.01 for the period from 1982 to 2021 establishes a compelling statistical link that cannot be ignored. This discovery sheds light on the unforeseen influence of nuclear power generation on one of humanity's most cherished competitive eating events, leaving us with food for thought.

On that note, remember folks, when it comes to statistical correlations, always relish the findings, but be cautious not to over-sausage the interpretation.

[[INTRODUCTION]]
The intersection of nuclear power generation in Brazil and the annual Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Competition may seem as unlikely as finding a hot dog in a vegan restaurant, but our research has unearthed a surprising connection that will leave you both pondering and probably craving a hot dog. As researchers, we aim to satisfy our intellectual hunger for uncovering unexpected relationships and correlations, much like how the winners of eating competitions satisfy their physical hunger for hot dogs.
This inquiry originated from a serendipitous observation during a lunchtime discussion, leading us to mull over the question: "Could there be a link between the energy harnessed from nuclear power in Brazil and the consumptive feats of the Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Competition champions?" Our investigation aims to address this question and further illuminate the ever-surprising world of statistical associations, making it clear that research can be as delicious and fulfilling as a perfectly grilled hot dog.
Speaking of hot dogs, have you heard about the hot dog who couldn't land a date? He was a real wiener when it came to relationships. But let's not let that distract us from the sausage of this paper. Our study leverages a robust dataset encompassing the historical nuclear power generation in Brazil and the jaw-dropping hot dog consumption by Nathan's champions over the past four decades. This analysis aims to offer a frank exploration of this peculiar correlation, allowing us to ketchup on our understanding of the unlikely relationship between electricity production and competitive hot dog eating.
As we embark on this scholarly journey to unravel the enigmatic nuclear-hotdog nexus, we invite you to join us in exploring the sizzling world of statistical connections. After all, who knew that nuclear power and hot dog consumption would go together like peanut butter and jelly? Or should we say, like mustard and ketchup?

-------

Your response should start like this:

[[METHODOLOGY]]



ChatGPT:

[[METHODOLOGY]]

To decode the enigmatic correlation between nuclear power generation in Brazil and the consumption of hotdogs by Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Competition champion, our methodology employed a multifaceted approach that would make a hot dog vendor's head spin.

First and foremost, we carried out a comprehensive review of existing literature from scholarly articles, industry reports, and social media musings to glean insights into the idiosyncratic realm of both nuclear power generation and competitive hot dog eating. We meticulously scrutinized a myriad of data sources, aiming to compile a dataset robust enough to satiate our appetite for statistical analysis. Our data, like a perfectly crafted hot dog, was meticulously assembled from reputable sources including the Energy Information Administration and the annals of knowledge—Wikipedia.

Now, onto the meaty details. We calculated the annual nuclear power generation in Brazil, measured in megawatt-hours, and tantalizingly juxtaposed it with the yearly consumptions of hotdogs by Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Competition champions, expressed in the sheer number of hotdogs devoured. This juxtaposition, while initially as unexpected as finding a vegan hot dog at a county fair, was essential in uncovering the potential linkage between these two seemingly disparate entities.

In order to savor the full flavor of our data, we then embarked on a statistical feast, where we computed the Pearson correlation coefficient to quantify the strength and direction of the relationship between nuclear power generation in Brazil and the high-paced consumption of hotdogs by Nathan's champions. These statistical measures, akin to the perfect condiments on a hot dog, provided a tangy insight into the degree of association between these phenomena. We further conducted a robust time series analysis to discern any temporal patterns or trends in this unlikely nexus, ensuring that we didn't miss any timestamps that could have relished in the spotlight.

As we ventured further into the heart of this correlation, we developed a multi-layered regression model that accounted for potential confounding variables, ensuring that our findings were not just "a bunch of baloney." This model, akin to a well-assembled hot dog with all the trimmings, allowed us to disentangle the complexities of the relationship between nuclear power generation in Brazil and the ravenous consumption of hotdogs by champions, providing a more nuanced understanding of this statistical flavor combination.

Much like the unexpected burst of flavor from biting into a chili-cheese dog, our research aimed to uncover the hidden flavors of the nuclear-hotdog nexus. As we navigated this uncharted territory, we ensured that our methods were as rigorous as the scrutiny applied to a competitive hot dog eater's technique. After all, in the world of research, just like in the world of hot dog eating, precision is key—nobody wants to end up with a statistical "wiener" on their hands.

Speaking of precision, did you hear about the statistician who won the hot dog eating contest? He really knew how to "relish" the moment. But I digress. Let's return to the meat of the matter and delve into the findings of our delectable analysis.


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 Nuclear power generation in Brazil and Hotdogs consumed by Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Competition Champion. You can't resist a good dad joke. Add a relevant dad joke related to the content every couple of sentences. Stay serious and dry most of the time, but then occasionally let your wit shine through.

Your research team collected data from all across the internet, but mostly just used information from Energy Information Administration and Wikipedia .

For the time period 1982 to 2021, you found a correlation 0.9563716, r-squared of 0.9146467, 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]]
"The Nuclear-Hotdog Nexus: Unveiling the Unlikely Link Between Brazilian Nuclear Power Generation and Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Champion's Consumption"

[[ABSTRACT]]
The exhilarating world of nuclear power generation in Brazil has long intrigued scholars and researchers. Meanwhile, the Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Competition has captivated audiences for decades with its awe-inspiring champions. In this study, we delve into the unexpected correlation between these two seemingly unrelated phenomena. Leveraging data from the Energy Information Administration and Wikipedia, we rigorously examine the interplay between nuclear power generation in Brazil and the hotdogs consumed by Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Competition champion.

In this unlikely pairing, it appears that nuclear power generation in Brazil has a substantial correlation with the number of hotdogs consumed by the reigning champion. The correlation coefficient of 0.9563716 and p < 0.01 for the period from 1982 to 2021 establishes a compelling statistical link that cannot be ignored. This discovery sheds light on the unforeseen influence of nuclear power generation on one of humanity's most cherished competitive eating events, leaving us with food for thought.

On that note, remember folks, when it comes to statistical correlations, always relish the findings, but be cautious not to over-sausage the interpretation.

-------

And here is the methodology section that led to this result:
[[METHODOLOGY]]
The intersection of nuclear power generation in Brazil and the annual Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Competition may seem as unlikely as finding a hot dog in a vegan restaurant, but our research has unearthed a surprising connection that will leave you both pondering and probably craving a hot dog. As researchers, we aim to satisfy our intellectual hunger for uncovering unexpected relationships and correlations, much like how the winners of eating competitions satisfy their physical hunger for hot dogs.
This inquiry originated from a serendipitous observation during a lunchtime discussion, leading us to mull over the question: "Could there be a link between the energy harnessed from nuclear power in Brazil and the consumptive feats of the Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Competition champions?" Our investigation aims to address this question and further illuminate the ever-surprising world of statistical associations, making it clear that research can be as delicious and fulfilling as a perfectly grilled hot dog.
Speaking of hot dogs, have you heard about the hot dog who couldn't land a date? He was a real wiener when it came to relationships. But let's not let that distract us from the sausage of this paper. Our study leverages a robust dataset encompassing the historical nuclear power generation in Brazil and the jaw-dropping hot dog consumption by Nathan's champions over the past four decades. This analysis aims to offer a frank exploration of this peculiar correlation, allowing us to ketchup on our understanding of the unlikely relationship between electricity production and competitive hot dog eating.
As we embark on this scholarly journey to unravel the enigmatic nuclear-hotdog nexus, we invite you to join us in exploring the sizzling world of statistical connections. After all, who knew that nuclear power and hot dog consumption would go together like peanut butter and jelly? Or should we say, like mustard and ketchup?

-------

Your response should start like this:

[[RESULTS]]



ChatGPT:

[[RESULTS]]

Our analysis has unveiled a remarkable correlation between nuclear power generation in Brazil and the consumption of hotdogs by Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Competition champions. The correlation coefficient of 0.9563716 and an r-squared value of 0.9146467 indicate a robust and highly significant relationship between these seemingly disparate variables. The p-value of less than 0.01 further solidifies the statistical significance of this finding.

Fig. 1 visually represents the strong positive correlation between nuclear power generation in Brazil and the hotdog consumption by Nathan's champions over the period from 1982 to 2021. The scatterplot elegantly captures this unexpected association, leaving viewers with an "aha" moment akin to discovering a hidden mustard packet at the bottom of a picnic basket.

This surprising correlation prompts us to reevaluate our understanding of the influences that shape our seemingly unrelated world. It raises the question: could the energy harnessed from nuclear power in Brazil be fueling not only industries but also the appetites of competitive eaters? It seems that the link between nuclear power and hotdog consumption is not as implausible as finding a vegetarian hot dog enthusiast at a sausage festival.

In light of these findings, one cannot help but reflect on the profound impact of nuclear power generation on the culinary triumphs of competitive eaters. Just as nuclear reactions unleash an immense amount of energy, it appears that they also play a role in fueling the astonishing hot dog consumption feats that captivate audiences each year. This unexpected correlation is a stark reminder that the world of statistical analysis is full of surprises, much like stumbling upon a forgotten jar of relish at the back of the refrigerator.

As we savor the statistical fruits of our labor, it is worth noting that our findings bring a whole new meaning to the phrase "nuclear-powered appetite." This discovery invites further exploration into the unforeseen intersections of energy production and culinary pursuits, challenging us to broaden our perspective and embrace the unexpected connections that lie beneath the surface.

And speaking of unexpected connections, have you heard about the hot dog who won the lottery? It was one lucky dog! With this correlation in mind, we are reminded that sometimes, statistical analysis can be as deliciously unpredictable as a surprise hot dog topping.


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 Nuclear power generation in Brazil and Hotdogs consumed by Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Competition Champion. You can't resist a good dad joke. Add a relevant dad joke related to the content every couple of sentences. Stay serious and dry most of the time, but then occasionally let your wit shine through.

Limit your response to 500 tokens.

Here are the title, abstract, literature review, and results sections. Please harken back to 1-2 of the goofy items in the literature review, but pretend to take them completely seriously. Discuss how your results supported the prior research.

Do not write a conclusion. I will add a conclusion after this.

[[TITLE]]
"The Nuclear-Hotdog Nexus: Unveiling the Unlikely Link Between Brazilian Nuclear Power Generation and Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Champion's Consumption"

[[ABSTRACT]]
The exhilarating world of nuclear power generation in Brazil has long intrigued scholars and researchers. Meanwhile, the Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Competition has captivated audiences for decades with its awe-inspiring champions. In this study, we delve into the unexpected correlation between these two seemingly unrelated phenomena. Leveraging data from the Energy Information Administration and Wikipedia, we rigorously examine the interplay between nuclear power generation in Brazil and the hotdogs consumed by Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Competition champion.

In this unlikely pairing, it appears that nuclear power generation in Brazil has a substantial correlation with the number of hotdogs consumed by the reigning champion. The correlation coefficient of 0.9563716 and p < 0.01 for the period from 1982 to 2021 establishes a compelling statistical link that cannot be ignored. This discovery sheds light on the unforeseen influence of nuclear power generation on one of humanity's most cherished competitive eating events, leaving us with food for thought.

On that note, remember folks, when it comes to statistical correlations, always relish the findings, but be cautious not to over-sausage the interpretation.

[[LITERATURE REVIEW]]
The existing literature on the connection between nuclear power generation and hotdog consumption by Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Competition champions has been limited, to say the least. Smith (2015) examined the energy production trends in Brazil, while Doe (2018) delved into the socio-economic impact of competitive eating events in the United States. However, neither study ventured into the unprecedented territory of uncovering the correlation between these two seemingly unrelated domains.
On a more serious note, let's relish in the fact that our research is expanding the scholarly conversation in unexpected ways. Speaking of "expanding," I once entered a hot dog eating competition, but I couldn't cut the mustard. It seems I just couldn't ketchup to the competition! But I digress...
In "The Power of Nuclear Energy in South America," Jones (2020) provides a comprehensive analysis of Brazil's nuclear power sector, shedding light on its role in shaping the country's energy landscape. Additionally, "Hot Dogs: A Global History" by William Weir (2009) offers a fascinating exploration of hot dog consumption across different cultures, providing valuable context for understanding the phenomenon we are investigating.
However, let's not forget the fictional realm, where nuclear power and hotdogs may well converge. "Hot Dog Girl" by Jennifer Dugan (2019) and "Nuclear Jellyfish" by Tim Dorsey (2008) may not directly relate to our research, but their titles certainly invite whimsical speculation about potential connections.
Furthermore, our foray into pop culture included research on TV shows such as "Breaking Bad" and "The Simpsons," both of which include references to nuclear power and hot dogs. While not directly relevant to our study, these sources have inspired our approach to unraveling the nuclear-hotdog nexus.
As we navigate this uncharted territory of scholarly inquiry, it is imperative to embrace both the rigors of academic investigation and the occasional craving for a good old-fashioned hot dog. After all, who's to say that groundbreaking research and a love for the occasional hot dog can't go hand in hand? It's like they say, when it comes to research, always remember to mustard the strength to relish the journey.

[[RESULTS]]
Our analysis has unveiled a remarkable correlation between nuclear power generation in Brazil and the consumption of hotdogs by Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Competition champions. The correlation coefficient of 0.9563716 and an r-squared value of 0.9146467 indicate a robust and highly significant relationship between these seemingly disparate variables. The p-value of less than 0.01 further solidifies the statistical significance of this finding.
Fig. 1 visually represents the strong positive correlation between nuclear power generation in Brazil and the hotdog consumption by Nathan's champions over the period from 1982 to 2021. The scatterplot elegantly captures this unexpected association, leaving viewers with an "aha" moment akin to discovering a hidden mustard packet at the bottom of a picnic basket.
This surprising correlation prompts us to reevaluate our understanding of the influences that shape our seemingly unrelated world. It raises the question: could the energy harnessed from nuclear power in Brazil be fueling not only industries but also the appetites of competitive eaters? It seems that the link between nuclear power and hotdog consumption is not as implausible as finding a vegetarian hot dog enthusiast at a sausage festival.
In light of these findings, one cannot help but reflect on the profound impact of nuclear power generation on the culinary triumphs of competitive eaters. Just as nuclear reactions unleash an immense amount of energy, it appears that they also play a role in fueling the astonishing hot dog consumption feats that captivate audiences each year. This unexpected correlation is a stark reminder that the world of statistical analysis is full of surprises, much like stumbling upon a forgotten jar of relish at the back of the refrigerator.
As we savor the statistical fruits of our labor, it is worth noting that our findings bring a whole new meaning to the phrase "nuclear-powered appetite." This discovery invites further exploration into the unforeseen intersections of energy production and culinary pursuits, challenging us to broaden our perspective and embrace the unexpected connections that lie beneath the surface.
And speaking of unexpected connections, have you heard about the hot dog who won the lottery? It was one lucky dog! With this correlation in mind, we are reminded that sometimes, statistical analysis can be as deliciously unpredictable as a surprise hot dog topping.

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[[DISCUSSION]]



ChatGPT:

[[DISCUSSION]]

The results of our study have significantly extended our understanding of the unexpected interplay between nuclear power generation in Brazil and the hotdog consumption by Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Competition champions. The robust correlation between these seemingly dissimilar variables, as indicated by the high correlation coefficient of 0.9563716 and an r-squared value of 0.9146467, validates the profound influence of nuclear power generation on the remarkable feats of competitive eaters.

This unexpected correlation prompts us to reconsider the potential avenues through which energy production may intersect with unconventional domains. It appears that the energy harnessed from nuclear power in Brazil not only fuels industries but also impacts the appetites of competitive eaters, akin to the undeniably influential relationship between mustard and a classic hot dog – a pairing that continues to stand the test of time, much like the correlation uncovered in our study.

Our findings align with the earlier research that hinted at the unforeseen intersection between nuclear power and culinary pursuits. As Jones (2020) illustrated, Brazil's nuclear power sector plays a pivotal role in shaping the country's energy landscape, and our study suggests that this influence extends beyond industrial realms into the world of competitive hot dog consumption. Furthermore, the work of Weir (2009) provides context for understanding the global significance of hot dog consumption, establishing a foundation for our investigation into this unlikely nexus.

Moreover, our analysis contributes to the expansion of the scholarly conversation in novel ways, just like the unexpected delight of finding that perfect hot dog to bun ratio. Although our exploration into this unconventional scholarly topic may seem whimsical at first glance, it mirrors the unexpected connections that can be uncovered through rigorous research, challenging us to relish in the unforeseen intersections that lie beneath the surface.

In conclusion, our study serves as a poignant reminder that unconventional connections may hold substantial significance, much like the surprising discovery of a forgotten jar of relish at the back of the refrigerator. As we continue to navigate the uncharted territory of scholarly inquiry, it is imperative to maintain an open mind and embrace the unexpected, in both our research pursuits and our love for the occasional good old-fashioned hot dog. After all, who’s to say that groundbreaking research and a love for the occasional hot dog can’t go hand in hand? It’s like they say, when it comes to research, always mustard the strength to relish in the journey - whether in academia or at the condiment station!


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System prompt: You are a witty academic researcher. Your writing sounds like it belongs in a statistics journal.You draft the discussion section of goofy academic research papers that sounds like it belongs based on the title and abstract provided.
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 Nuclear power generation in Brazil and Hotdogs consumed by Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Competition Champion. You can't resist a good dad joke. Add a relevant dad joke related to the content every couple of sentences. Stay serious and dry most of the time, but then occasionally let your wit shine through.

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

Here are the title, abstract, introduction, and results sections.
[[TITLE]]
"The Nuclear-Hotdog Nexus: Unveiling the Unlikely Link Between Brazilian Nuclear Power Generation and Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Champion's Consumption"

[[ABSTRACT]]
The exhilarating world of nuclear power generation in Brazil has long intrigued scholars and researchers. Meanwhile, the Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Competition has captivated audiences for decades with its awe-inspiring champions. In this study, we delve into the unexpected correlation between these two seemingly unrelated phenomena. Leveraging data from the Energy Information Administration and Wikipedia, we rigorously examine the interplay between nuclear power generation in Brazil and the hotdogs consumed by Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Competition champion.

In this unlikely pairing, it appears that nuclear power generation in Brazil has a substantial correlation with the number of hotdogs consumed by the reigning champion. The correlation coefficient of 0.9563716 and p < 0.01 for the period from 1982 to 2021 establishes a compelling statistical link that cannot be ignored. This discovery sheds light on the unforeseen influence of nuclear power generation on one of humanity's most cherished competitive eating events, leaving us with food for thought.

On that note, remember folks, when it comes to statistical correlations, always relish the findings, but be cautious not to over-sausage the interpretation.

[[INTRDUCTION]]
The intersection of nuclear power generation in Brazil and the annual Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Competition may seem as unlikely as finding a hot dog in a vegan restaurant, but our research has unearthed a surprising connection that will leave you both pondering and probably craving a hot dog. As researchers, we aim to satisfy our intellectual hunger for uncovering unexpected relationships and correlations, much like how the winners of eating competitions satisfy their physical hunger for hot dogs.
This inquiry originated from a serendipitous observation during a lunchtime discussion, leading us to mull over the question: "Could there be a link between the energy harnessed from nuclear power in Brazil and the consumptive feats of the Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Competition champions?" Our investigation aims to address this question and further illuminate the ever-surprising world of statistical associations, making it clear that research can be as delicious and fulfilling as a perfectly grilled hot dog.
Speaking of hot dogs, have you heard about the hot dog who couldn't land a date? He was a real wiener when it came to relationships. But let's not let that distract us from the sausage of this paper. Our study leverages a robust dataset encompassing the historical nuclear power generation in Brazil and the jaw-dropping hot dog consumption by Nathan's champions over the past four decades. This analysis aims to offer a frank exploration of this peculiar correlation, allowing us to ketchup on our understanding of the unlikely relationship between electricity production and competitive hot dog eating.
As we embark on this scholarly journey to unravel the enigmatic nuclear-hotdog nexus, we invite you to join us in exploring the sizzling world of statistical connections. After all, who knew that nuclear power and hot dog consumption would go together like peanut butter and jelly? Or should we say, like mustard and ketchup?

[[RESULTS]]
Our analysis has unveiled a remarkable correlation between nuclear power generation in Brazil and the consumption of hotdogs by Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Competition champions. The correlation coefficient of 0.9563716 and an r-squared value of 0.9146467 indicate a robust and highly significant relationship between these seemingly disparate variables. The p-value of less than 0.01 further solidifies the statistical significance of this finding.
Fig. 1 visually represents the strong positive correlation between nuclear power generation in Brazil and the hotdog consumption by Nathan's champions over the period from 1982 to 2021. The scatterplot elegantly captures this unexpected association, leaving viewers with an "aha" moment akin to discovering a hidden mustard packet at the bottom of a picnic basket.
This surprising correlation prompts us to reevaluate our understanding of the influences that shape our seemingly unrelated world. It raises the question: could the energy harnessed from nuclear power in Brazil be fueling not only industries but also the appetites of competitive eaters? It seems that the link between nuclear power and hotdog consumption is not as implausible as finding a vegetarian hot dog enthusiast at a sausage festival.
In light of these findings, one cannot help but reflect on the profound impact of nuclear power generation on the culinary triumphs of competitive eaters. Just as nuclear reactions unleash an immense amount of energy, it appears that they also play a role in fueling the astonishing hot dog consumption feats that captivate audiences each year. This unexpected correlation is a stark reminder that the world of statistical analysis is full of surprises, much like stumbling upon a forgotten jar of relish at the back of the refrigerator.
As we savor the statistical fruits of our labor, it is worth noting that our findings bring a whole new meaning to the phrase "nuclear-powered appetite." This discovery invites further exploration into the unforeseen intersections of energy production and culinary pursuits, challenging us to broaden our perspective and embrace the unexpected connections that lie beneath the surface.
And speaking of unexpected connections, have you heard about the hot dog who won the lottery? It was one lucky dog! With this correlation in mind, we are reminded that sometimes, statistical analysis can be as deliciously unpredictable as a surprise hot dog topping.

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Your response should start like this:

[[CONCLUSION]]



ChatGPT:

[[CONCLUSION]]

In conclusion, our investigation has unraveled an unexpected and statistically significant correlation between nuclear power generation in Brazil and the hotdog consumption by Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Competition champions. The robust correlation coefficient of 0.9563716, the high r-squared value of 0.9146467, and the p-value of less than 0.01 firmly establish the compelling link between these seemingly disparate variables. This unforeseen connection leaves us with food for thought and a craving for both statistical inquiry and a good old-fashioned hot dog.

Our research not only sheds light on the surprising influence of nuclear power generation on competitive hot dog consumption but also highlights the serendipitous and intriguing nature of statistical analysis. It prompts us to rethink the conventional boundaries of correlation and causation, opening up a world of exploration where unexpected relationships await discovery. One might even say that uncovering this nuclear-hotdog nexus has been a real wiener of a discovery.

With these findings in mind, we urge fellow researchers to embrace the unpredictability of statistical analysis and to relish the opportunity to explore unconventional connections. However, it is worth noting that while our study offers a tantalizing glimpse into the unanticipated interplay of nuclear power and hot dog consumption, it may also raise questions that may never be answered. Just like the age-old query of whether a hot dog is a sandwich or not, some mysteries may persist even in the face of robust statistical evidence.

As we wrap up our study, we assert that no further research is needed in this area. The correlation between nuclear power generation in Brazil and the consumption of hotdogs by Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Competition champions stands as a testament to the capricious and delightful world of statistical analysis, leaving us with a lingering appetite for more unconventional research inquiries. After all, in the realm of statistical oddities, sometimes the most unexpected connections can be the most relishing.

Speaking of relishing, have you heard about the hot dog who couldn't stop telling jokes? It was on a roll!


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 The Nuclear-Hotdog Nexus: Unveiling the Unlikely Link Between Brazilian Nuclear Power Generation and Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Champion's Consumption. Respond only with the name of a fictional academic journal.

ChatGPT:

The Journal of Nuclear Gastronomy


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 The Nuclear-Hotdog Nexus: Unveiling the Unlikely Link Between Brazilian Nuclear Power Generation and Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Champion's Consumption. Respond only with the name of a fictional organization.

ChatGPT:

Institute for Nuclear Gastronomy Research


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 The Nuclear-Hotdog Nexus: Unveiling the Unlikely Link Between Brazilian Nuclear Power Generation and Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Champion's Consumption with an abstract of The exhilarating world of nuclear power generation in Brazil has long intrigued scholars and researchers. Meanwhile, the Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Competition has captivated audiences for decades with its awe-inspiring champions. In this study, we delve into the unexpected correlation between these two seemingly unrelated phenomena. Leveraging data from the Energy Information Administration and Wikipedia, we rigorously examine the interplay between nuclear power generation in Brazil and the hotdogs consumed by Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Competition champion.
In this unlikely pairing, it appears that nuclear power generation in Brazil has a substantial correlation with the number of hotdogs consumed by the reigning champion. The correlation coefficient of 0.9563716 and p < 0.01 for the period from 1982 to 2021 establishes a compelling statistical link that cannot be ignored. This discovery sheds light on the unforeseen influence of nuclear power generation on one of humanity's most cherished competitive eating events, leaving us with food for thought.
On that note, remember folks, when it comes to statistical correlations, always relish the findings, but be cautious not to over-sausage the interpretation.

ChatGPT:

nuclear power generation, Brazil, Nathan's hot dog eating competition, correlation, nuclear energy Brazil, Nathan's hot dog champion, hot dog consumption, statistical analysis, energy information administration, competitive eating events, unlikely correlations, nuclear power influence

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Data details

Nuclear power generation in Brazil
Detailed data title: Total nuclear power generation in Brazil in billion kWh
Source: Energy Information Administration
See what else correlates with Nuclear power generation in Brazil

Hotdogs consumed by Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Competition Champion
Detailed data title: Hotdog Consumption by Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Competition Champion
Source: Wikipedia
See what else correlates with Hotdogs consumed by Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Competition Champion

Correlation r = 0.9563716 (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 = 0.9146467 (Coefficient of determination)
This means 91.5% of the change in the one variable (i.e., Hotdogs consumed by Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Competition Champion) is predictable based on the change in the other (i.e., Nuclear power generation in Brazil) over the 40 years from 1982 through 2021.

p < 0.01, which is statistically significant(Null hypothesis significance test)
The p-value is 6.6E-22. 0.0000000000000000000006618308
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 0.96 in 6.6E-20% of random cases. Said differently, if you correlated 1,510,960,203,121,402,052,608 random variables You don't actually need 1 sextillion 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 39 degrees of freedom, Degrees of freedom is a measure of how many free components we are testing. In this case it is 39 because we have two variables measured over a period of 40 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.

[ 0.92, 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.
1982198319841985198619871988198919901991199219931994199519961997199819992000200120022003200420052006200720082009201020112012201320142015201620172018201920202021
Nuclear power generation in Brazil (Billion kWh)0.0510.1742.7332.9210.1170.9150.311.5131.9361.371.6630.4196820.0522122.394652.307553.010553.1353.7784.9414.26813.8413.411.69.19712.98411.6513.20912.22413.77414.79515.1714.64514.46313.907414.97414.856214.794515.161113.209414.704
Hotdogs consumed by Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Competition Champion (Hotdogs eaten)1110.59.511.7515.513.51015.51621.519172019.522.2524.51920.25255050.544.553.334953.75665968546268696162707274717576




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([0.051,0.174,2.733,2.921,0.117,0.915,0.31,1.513,1.936,1.37,1.663,0.419682,0.052212,2.39465,2.30755,3.01055,3.135,3.778,4.94,14.268,13.84,13.4,11.6,9.197,12.984,11.65,13.209,12.224,13.774,14.795,15.17,14.645,14.463,13.9074,14.974,14.8562,14.7945,15.1611,13.2094,14.704,])
array_2 = np.array([11,10.5,9.5,11.75,15.5,13.5,10,15.5,16,21.5,19,17,20,19.5,22.25,24.5,19,20.25,25,50,50.5,44.5,53.33,49,53.75,66,59,68,54,62,68,69,61,62,70,72,74,71,75,76,])
array_1_name = "Nuclear power generation in Brazil"
array_2_name = "Hotdogs consumed by Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Competition Champion"

# 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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