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A linear line chart with years as the X-axis and two variables on the Y-axis. The first variable is Google searches for 'boujee' and the second variable is Total comments on 3Blue1Brown YouTube videos.  The chart goes from 2016 to 2023, and the two variables track closely in value over that time. Small Image
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AI explanation

As the search for boujee rose, so did the demand for prime content. This led to an influx of viewers on 3Blue1Brown's videos, who were clearly drawn to the 'high-class' math and 'luxurious' visuals. The correlation is as crystal clear as a chandelier in a mansion. It seems when it comes to YouTube engagement, being boujee isn't just a fad, it's a formula for success!

Model: dalle-3
Prompt: Visual prompt: Generate an image in the Vaporwave style that features a computer screen with a Google search bar displaying "boujee" and a graph depicting an upward trend. Overlay the screen with a YouTube video playing and a comment section on the side showing a significant increase in the number of comments on 3Blue1Brown's videos. Add a background adorned with lavish mathematical visuals and illustrations, highlighting the correlation between the rise in "boujee" searches and the surge in engagement with high-quality math content. The depiction should include only scenes, people, and objects, it should not include text or speech bubbles.
This image generation prompt was also generated by AI, using the following sequence:

Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You select one of a few potential scene descriptors that seems to go along with the variables described. You respond only with the scene descriptions provided and say nothing else.
User prompt: Here are two variables: Google searches for 'boujee' and Total comments on 3Blue1Brown YouTube videos. Given these, which of the following image style descriptions seems most appropriate? Pick the one that seems to be related to one of the variables at hand. Please respond with only one of the following potential descriptions: Cyber folk Low poly Scalar art Vaporwave A Discovery magazine cover image
ChatGPT: Vaporwave

Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You describe simple visual scenes that depict the two variables stated. You combine both variables into one scene.
User prompt: Please describe a visual scene that prominently depicts both Google searches for 'boujee' and Total comments on 3Blue1Brown YouTube videos, in the following situation: As the search for boujee rose, so did the demand for prime content. This led to an influx of viewers on 3Blue1Brown's videos, who were clearly drawn to the 'high-class' math and 'luxurious' visuals. The correlation is as crystal clear as a chandelier in a mansion. It seems when it comes to YouTube engagement, being boujee isn't just a fad, it's a formula for success!. Keep the description simple.
ChatGPT: In the visual scene, we see a computer screen with the Google search bar displaying "boujee" and a graph showing an upward trend. This scene is overlaid with a YouTube video playing, and a comment section on the side showing a significant increase in the number of comments on 3Blue1Brown's videos. The background is adorned with lavish mathematical visuals and illustrations, highlighting the correlation between the rise in boujee searches and the surge in engagement with high-quality math content.

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: [ Vaporwave ] and depicting this scene: In the visual scene, we see a computer screen with the Google search bar displaying "boujee" and a graph showing an upward trend. This scene is overlaid with a YouTube video playing, and a comment section on the side showing a significant increase in the number of comments on 3Blue1Brown's videos. The background is adorned with lavish mathematical visuals and illustrations, highlighting the correlation between the rise in boujee searches and the surge in engagement with high-quality math content. Keep the visual depiction simple. Do not include any words or speech bubbles.
ChatGPT: Visual prompt: Generate an image in the Vaporwave style that features a computer screen with a Google search bar displaying "boujee" and a graph depicting an upward trend. Overlay the screen with a YouTube video playing and a comment section on the side showing a significant increase in the number of comments on 3Blue1Brown's videos. Add a background adorned with lavish mathematical visuals and illustrations, highlighting the correlation between the rise in "boujee" searches and the surge in engagement with high-quality math content.

*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 increases in boujee (Google searches for 'boujee') positively influenced Total comments on 3Blue1Brown YouTube videos. Include one good pun.

AI academic paper

(Because p < 0.01)
YouTube Views and Google Views: A Boujee Correlation?

Journal of Digital Media Metrics

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 goofy academic researcher writing an academic paper. You follow the rules, but you throw out convention regularly to make jokes and funny asides.You write titles and abstracts of goofy academic research papers.
User prompt:
Pretend you are an academic researcher. Your writing sounds like it belongs in a medical or economics journal. However, you frequently crack jokes, make puns, and add unexpected twists in your writing.

Please draft the title and abstract of an academic research paper presenting the findings of the connection between Google searches for 'boujee' and Total comments on 3Blue1Brown YouTube videos. Make it seem dry like academic research paper, but with lots of subtle hidden offhand remarks, jokes, goofy observations, and puns.

Include a pun in the title.

Your research team used data from Google Trends and YouTube to assess this nagging question. You found a correlation coefficient of 0.9575015 and p < 0.01 for 2016 to 2023.

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

[[TITLE]]
Lorem ipsum dolor sit

[[ABSTRACT]]
Lorem ipsum dolor sit



ChatGPT:
[[TITLE]]
YouTube Views and Google Views: A "Boujee" Correlation?

[[ABSTRACT]]
In this paper, we investigate the intriguing relationship between Google searches for the term "boujee" and the total comments on 3Blue1Brown YouTube videos. The research team utilized data from Google Trends and YouTube to delve into this seemingly frivolous yet fascinating connection. Our findings reveal a strikingly high correlation coefficient of 0.9575015 and p < 0.01 for the period spanning from 2016 to 2023. The results provoke contemplation on the juxtaposition of ostentatious internet slang and intellectually stimulating educational content. We offer interpretations that bridge the worlds of digital vernacular and mathematical cognition, ultimately encouraging further exploration into the curiously intertwined realms of internet linguistics and online engagement.


Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You are a goofy academic researcher writing an academic paper. You follow the rules, but you throw out convention regularly to make jokes and funny asides.You draft the introduction section of an academic research paper.
User prompt:
Pretend you are an academic researcher. Your writing sounds like it belongs in a medical or economics journal. However, you frequently crack jokes, make puns, or add unexpected twists in your writing.

Please make up the introduction section of an academic research paper presenting the findings of the connection between Google searches for 'boujee' and Total comments on 3Blue1Brown YouTube videos. Make it seem dry like academic research paper, but with lots of subtle hidden offhand remarks, jokes, goofy observations, and puns. 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]]
YouTube Views and Google Views: A "Boujee" Correlation?

[[ABSTRACT]]
In this paper, we investigate the intriguing relationship between Google searches for the term "boujee" and the total comments on 3Blue1Brown YouTube videos. The research team utilized data from Google Trends and YouTube to delve into this seemingly frivolous yet fascinating connection. Our findings reveal a strikingly high correlation coefficient of 0.9575015 and p < 0.01 for the period spanning from 2016 to 2023. The results provoke contemplation on the juxtaposition of ostentatious internet slang and intellectually stimulating educational content. We offer interpretations that bridge the worlds of digital vernacular and mathematical cognition, ultimately encouraging further exploration into the curiously intertwined realms of internet linguistics and online engagement.

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Your response should start like this:

[[INTRODUCTION]]



ChatGPT:
**[[INTRODUCTION]]**

In this modern age of digital interconnectedness, the intertwining of internet slang and online engagement has become an area of increasing interest for researchers seeking to understand the evolving landscape of digital communication. As such, this study seeks to explore the curious relationship between Google search trends for the colloquial term "boujee" and the total comments on the educational YouTube videos produced by the popular channel 3Blue1Brown. While at first glance, the juxtaposition of these seemingly unrelated phenomena may appear entirely incongruous, our investigation aims to shed light on the unexpected correlations that exist within the complex web of online activity.

The term "boujee," an informal variation of "bourgeois," has found its way into contemporary internet vernacular, often used to connote a sense of ostentatiousness or opulence. On the other hand, 3Blue1Brown, helmed by the esteemed mathematics educator Grant Sanderson, provides thought-provoking and intellectually stimulating content focused on mathematical and scientific concepts. It is in this peculiar fusion of digital slang and educational video content that our study uncovers a surprising relationship, prompting further inquiry into the interplay of internet linguistics and viewer engagement.

Our analysis draws on data sourced from Google Trends and publicly available statistics from 3Blue1Brown's YouTube channel, spanning the period from 2016 to 2023. Through meticulous data collection and statistical modeling, we unveil a strikingly high correlation coefficient of 0.9575015 between Google searches for "boujee" and the total comments on 3Blue1Brown videos, with a significance level of p < 0.01. These results not only demonstrate a strong statistical association but also beckon contemplation on the potential cognitive and sociolinguistic implications of this curious correlation.

The revelation of such a substantial relationship between the utilization of a slang term and engagement with educational video content elicits speculation on the interconnectedness of online discourses and the intersection of seemingly disparate online cultures. The implications of these findings stretch beyond the metrics themselves, prompting considerations of how language permeates digital spaces and influences user interactions, even in forums dedicated to scholarly pursuits.

This paper delves into the unconventional pairing of internet parlance and educational content, offering interpretations that encourage a deeper exploration of the interplay between digital vernacular and cognitive engagement. By bridging the realms of internet linguistics and online viewer behavior, our study contributes to the burgeoning field of digital humanities, promoting a nuanced understanding of the dynamic interrelationships in the virtual sphere.


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

Please make up a literature review section of an academic research paper presenting the findings of the connection between Google searches for 'boujee' and Total comments on 3Blue1Brown YouTube videos. Make it seem dry like academic research paper, but with lots of subtle hidden offhand remarks, 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 you might move on to cartoons and children's shows that you watched for research.

Here is the title and abstract of the paper:
[[TITLE]]
YouTube Views and Google Views: A "Boujee" Correlation?

[[ABSTRACT]]
In this paper, we investigate the intriguing relationship between Google searches for the term "boujee" and the total comments on 3Blue1Brown YouTube videos. The research team utilized data from Google Trends and YouTube to delve into this seemingly frivolous yet fascinating connection. Our findings reveal a strikingly high correlation coefficient of 0.9575015 and p < 0.01 for the period spanning from 2016 to 2023. The results provoke contemplation on the juxtaposition of ostentatious internet slang and intellectually stimulating educational content. We offer interpretations that bridge the worlds of digital vernacular and mathematical cognition, ultimately encouraging further exploration into the curiously intertwined realms of internet linguistics and online engagement.

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And here is the introduction section that led to this literature review:
[[INTRODUCTION]]
In this modern age of digital interconnectedness, the intertwining of internet slang and online engagement has become an area of increasing interest for researchers seeking to understand the evolving landscape of digital communication. As such, this study seeks to explore the curious relationship between Google search trends for the colloquial term "boujee" and the total comments on the educational YouTube videos produced by the popular channel 3Blue1Brown. While at first glance, the juxtaposition of these seemingly unrelated phenomena may appear entirely incongruous, our investigation aims to shed light on the unexpected correlations that exist within the complex web of online activity.
The term "boujee," an informal variation of "bourgeois," has found its way into contemporary internet vernacular, often used to connote a sense of ostentatiousness or opulence. On the other hand, 3Blue1Brown, helmed by the esteemed mathematics educator Grant Sanderson, provides thought-provoking and intellectually stimulating content focused on mathematical and scientific concepts. It is in this peculiar fusion of digital slang and educational video content that our study uncovers a surprising relationship, prompting further inquiry into the interplay of internet linguistics and viewer engagement.
Our analysis draws on data sourced from Google Trends and publicly available statistics from 3Blue1Brown's YouTube channel, spanning the period from 2016 to 2023. Through meticulous data collection and statistical modeling, we unveil a strikingly high correlation coefficient of 0.9575015 between Google searches for "boujee" and the total comments on 3Blue1Brown videos, with a significance level of p < 0.01. These results not only demonstrate a strong statistical association but also beckon contemplation on the potential cognitive and sociolinguistic implications of this curious correlation.
The revelation of such a substantial relationship between the utilization of a slang term and engagement with educational video content elicits speculation on the interconnectedness of online discourses and the intersection of seemingly disparate online cultures. The implications of these findings stretch beyond the metrics themselves, prompting considerations of how language permeates digital spaces and influences user interactions, even in forums dedicated to scholarly pursuits.
This paper delves into the unconventional pairing of internet parlance and educational content, offering interpretations that encourage a deeper exploration of the interplay between digital vernacular and cognitive engagement. By bridging the realms of internet linguistics and online viewer behavior, our study contributes to the burgeoning field of digital humanities, promoting a nuanced understanding of the dynamic interrelationships in the virtual sphere.

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Your response should start like this:

[[LITERATURE REVIEW]]



ChatGPT:
[[LITERATURE REVIEW]]

The curious relationship between Google search trends for "boujee" and the total comments on 3Blue1Brown YouTube videos has sparked a flurry of academic interest in recent years. Smith et al. (2018) were among the first to investigate the potential connections between internet slang and online engagement, paving the way for subsequent explorations into the digital lexicon. Their study, "Navigating the Digital Vernacular: Exploring the Impact of Internet Slang on Online Behaviors," provided a foundational understanding of the nuanced interactions between language and digital discourse.

Doe and Jones (2020) delved into the sociolinguistic implications of internet slang usage in their seminal work, "Unraveling the Threads of Online Linguistic Culture." Their findings shed light on the multifaceted nature of internet vernacular and its impact on user interactions in online communities, setting the stage for the examination of specific slang terms such as "boujee" and their correlation with online engagement metrics.

Moving beyond academic literature, non-fiction works such as "The Evolution of Internet Language" by Linguist L. G. Shanahan (2017) and "Digital Dialects: A Sociolinguistic Exploration" by Communication Scholar M. E. Reynolds (2019) have provided valuable insights into the dynamic evolution of internet language and its far-reaching implications for online communication patterns.

In the realm of fiction, the novel "Lexicon" by Max Barry (2013) and the futuristic dystopian tale "The Bone Clocks" by David Mitchell (2014) offer imaginative portrayals of language manipulation and its influence on societal constructs, albeit in contexts vastly different from the digital milieu under investigation in this study.

Further expanding the scope of inquiry, an eclectic examination of animated series and children's shows, including the timeless classic "Sesame Street" and the zany world of "Adventure Time," has offered unexpected parallels to the dynamics of digital language and engagement. The endearing characters and whimsical narratives within these diverse cultural artifacts have provided valuable inspiration for understanding the intricate interplay of language and engagement in online spaces.

While the exploration of internet vernacular and its correlation with viewer engagement may seem light-hearted at first glance, the implications of this research extend into the realm of digital humanities, inviting contemplation of the interconnectedness of linguistic expression and cognitive engagement in the virtual sphere. As we embark on this whimsical journey through the annals of internet linguistics, let us not lose sight of the profound implications that underlie the seemingly frivolous connection between the "boujee" search term and the realm of educational YouTube discourse.


Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You are a goofy academic researcher writing an academic paper. You follow the rules, but you throw out convention regularly to make jokes and funny asides.You draft the methodology section of an academic research paper.
User prompt:
Pretend you are an academic researcher. Your writing sounds like it belongs in a medical or economics journal. However, you frequently crack jokes, make puns, or add unexpected twists in your writing.

Please make up the methodology section of an academic research paper presenting the findings of the connection between Google searches for 'boujee' and Total comments on 3Blue1Brown YouTube videos. Make it seem dry like academic research paper, but with lots of subtle hidden offhand remarks, jokes, goofy observations, and puns. 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 Google Trends and YouTube . You used data from 2016 to 2023

Make up the research methods you don't know. Make them a bit goofy and convoluted.

Here is the title, abstract, and introduction of the paper:
[[TITLE]]
YouTube Views and Google Views: A "Boujee" Correlation?

[[ABSTRACT]]
In this paper, we investigate the intriguing relationship between Google searches for the term "boujee" and the total comments on 3Blue1Brown YouTube videos. The research team utilized data from Google Trends and YouTube to delve into this seemingly frivolous yet fascinating connection. Our findings reveal a strikingly high correlation coefficient of 0.9575015 and p < 0.01 for the period spanning from 2016 to 2023. The results provoke contemplation on the juxtaposition of ostentatious internet slang and intellectually stimulating educational content. We offer interpretations that bridge the worlds of digital vernacular and mathematical cognition, ultimately encouraging further exploration into the curiously intertwined realms of internet linguistics and online engagement.

[[INTRODUCTION]]
In this modern age of digital interconnectedness, the intertwining of internet slang and online engagement has become an area of increasing interest for researchers seeking to understand the evolving landscape of digital communication. As such, this study seeks to explore the curious relationship between Google search trends for the colloquial term "boujee" and the total comments on the educational YouTube videos produced by the popular channel 3Blue1Brown. While at first glance, the juxtaposition of these seemingly unrelated phenomena may appear entirely incongruous, our investigation aims to shed light on the unexpected correlations that exist within the complex web of online activity.
The term "boujee," an informal variation of "bourgeois," has found its way into contemporary internet vernacular, often used to connote a sense of ostentatiousness or opulence. On the other hand, 3Blue1Brown, helmed by the esteemed mathematics educator Grant Sanderson, provides thought-provoking and intellectually stimulating content focused on mathematical and scientific concepts. It is in this peculiar fusion of digital slang and educational video content that our study uncovers a surprising relationship, prompting further inquiry into the interplay of internet linguistics and viewer engagement.
Our analysis draws on data sourced from Google Trends and publicly available statistics from 3Blue1Brown's YouTube channel, spanning the period from 2016 to 2023. Through meticulous data collection and statistical modeling, we unveil a strikingly high correlation coefficient of 0.9575015 between Google searches for "boujee" and the total comments on 3Blue1Brown videos, with a significance level of p < 0.01. These results not only demonstrate a strong statistical association but also beckon contemplation on the potential cognitive and sociolinguistic implications of this curious correlation.
The revelation of such a substantial relationship between the utilization of a slang term and engagement with educational video content elicits speculation on the interconnectedness of online discourses and the intersection of seemingly disparate online cultures. The implications of these findings stretch beyond the metrics themselves, prompting considerations of how language permeates digital spaces and influences user interactions, even in forums dedicated to scholarly pursuits.
This paper delves into the unconventional pairing of internet parlance and educational content, offering interpretations that encourage a deeper exploration of the interplay between digital vernacular and cognitive engagement. By bridging the realms of internet linguistics and online viewer behavior, our study contributes to the burgeoning field of digital humanities, promoting a nuanced understanding of the dynamic interrelationships in the virtual sphere.

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Your response should start like this:

[[METHODOLOGY]]



ChatGPT:

[[METHODOLOGY]]

To investigate the confluence of Google searches for the term "boujee" and the total comments on 3Blue1Brown YouTube videos, we employed a multifaceted approach blending data collection, statistical analysis, and a touch of internet savvy. Our research design aimed to capture the nuances of online user behavior and linguistic trends, all while navigating the whimsical landscape of digital culture.

Data Collection:

To gather insights into the frequency of "boujee" searches, we turned to the wondrous world of Google Trends. This invaluable tool allowed us to discern the ebbs and flows of interest in this colloquial term over the 2016-2023 timeframe. Our team also harnessed the power of YouTube's public API, navigating its digital corridors to procure data regarding the total comments on 3Blue1Brown videos. With these sources at our disposal, we embarked on a quest for correlation that would make even the most intrepid of web surfers proud.

Statistical Analysis:

Armed with our trove of data, we set forth to unleash the formidable arsenal of statistical methods. Our analysis began with the computation of correlations, an endeavor that drew upon the venerable Pearson correlation coefficient to quantify the relationship between "boujee" searches and video comments. The significance of this association was then rigorously evaluated using the time-honored p-value, the arbitrated gatekeeper of statistical significance.

Despite the ephemeral nature of internet vernacular, our study sought to capture the zeitgeist of digital language and its potential impact on user engagement. This involved applying time series analysis techniques to discern patterns in both "boujee" searches and YouTube comments, revealing underlying rhythms that spoke to the interconnectedness of linguistic whimsy and digital discourse.

The Elusive Quest for Causal Inference:

While our statistical sleuthing illuminated a robust correlation between "boujee" searches and 3Blue1Brown comments, the elusive culprit of causality remained shrouded in internet obscurities. Delving into the realm of causal inference, we grappled with the enigmatic question of whether the proliferation of "boujee" in the digital sphere actually influenced viewer engagement with mathematical musings, or if these phenomena simply danced in synchronous harmony by sheer happenstance.

The Radically Unconventional:

In the spirit of our unconventional investigation, our research methods tread the line between academic rigor and digital dexterity, encapsulating the quirky essence of internet inquiry. From navigating the cryptic algorithms of Google Trends to deciphering the enigmatic patterns of YouTube engagement, our methodological approach embraced the idiosyncrasies of data collection in the digital age, reminding us that even in the realm of scholarly pursuits, a dash of digital flair never goes amiss.


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

Please make up the results section of an academic research paper presenting the findings of the connection between Google searches for 'boujee' and Total comments on 3Blue1Brown YouTube videos. Make it seem dry like academic research paper, but with lots of subtle hidden offhand remarks, jokes, goofy observations, and puns. 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 Google Trends and YouTube .

For the time period 2016 to 2023, you found a correlation 0.9575015, r-squared of 0.9168090, 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]]
YouTube Views and Google Views: A "Boujee" Correlation?

[[ABSTRACT]]
In this paper, we investigate the intriguing relationship between Google searches for the term "boujee" and the total comments on 3Blue1Brown YouTube videos. The research team utilized data from Google Trends and YouTube to delve into this seemingly frivolous yet fascinating connection. Our findings reveal a strikingly high correlation coefficient of 0.9575015 and p < 0.01 for the period spanning from 2016 to 2023. The results provoke contemplation on the juxtaposition of ostentatious internet slang and intellectually stimulating educational content. We offer interpretations that bridge the worlds of digital vernacular and mathematical cognition, ultimately encouraging further exploration into the curiously intertwined realms of internet linguistics and online engagement.

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And here is the methodology section that led to this result:
[[METHODOLOGY]]
In this modern age of digital interconnectedness, the intertwining of internet slang and online engagement has become an area of increasing interest for researchers seeking to understand the evolving landscape of digital communication. As such, this study seeks to explore the curious relationship between Google search trends for the colloquial term "boujee" and the total comments on the educational YouTube videos produced by the popular channel 3Blue1Brown. While at first glance, the juxtaposition of these seemingly unrelated phenomena may appear entirely incongruous, our investigation aims to shed light on the unexpected correlations that exist within the complex web of online activity.
The term "boujee," an informal variation of "bourgeois," has found its way into contemporary internet vernacular, often used to connote a sense of ostentatiousness or opulence. On the other hand, 3Blue1Brown, helmed by the esteemed mathematics educator Grant Sanderson, provides thought-provoking and intellectually stimulating content focused on mathematical and scientific concepts. It is in this peculiar fusion of digital slang and educational video content that our study uncovers a surprising relationship, prompting further inquiry into the interplay of internet linguistics and viewer engagement.
Our analysis draws on data sourced from Google Trends and publicly available statistics from 3Blue1Brown's YouTube channel, spanning the period from 2016 to 2023. Through meticulous data collection and statistical modeling, we unveil a strikingly high correlation coefficient of 0.9575015 between Google searches for "boujee" and the total comments on 3Blue1Brown videos, with a significance level of p < 0.01. These results not only demonstrate a strong statistical association but also beckon contemplation on the potential cognitive and sociolinguistic implications of this curious correlation.
The revelation of such a substantial relationship between the utilization of a slang term and engagement with educational video content elicits speculation on the interconnectedness of online discourses and the intersection of seemingly disparate online cultures. The implications of these findings stretch beyond the metrics themselves, prompting considerations of how language permeates digital spaces and influences user interactions, even in forums dedicated to scholarly pursuits.
This paper delves into the unconventional pairing of internet parlance and educational content, offering interpretations that encourage a deeper exploration of the interplay between digital vernacular and cognitive engagement. By bridging the realms of internet linguistics and online viewer behavior, our study contributes to the burgeoning field of digital humanities, promoting a nuanced understanding of the dynamic interrelationships in the virtual sphere.

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Your response should start like this:

[[RESULTS]]



ChatGPT:

[[RESULTS]]

The results of our investigation into the correlation between Google searches for "boujee" and the total comments on 3Blue1Brown YouTube videos revealed a remarkably high correlation coefficient of 0.9575015. This strong positive relationship signifies that as one variable increases, the other also tends to increase, implying a fascinating linkage between the utilization of colloquial internet slang and viewer engagement with educational video content.

Furthermore, the coefficient of determination (r-squared) was calculated to be 0.9168090, indicating that approximately 91.68% of the variability in the total comments on 3Blue1Brown videos can be explained by the fluctuations in Google searches for "boujee." It is indeed astounding to observe such a substantial proportion of variance accounted for by the utilization of an internet slang term, highlighting the intertwined nature of digital language trends and online viewer behavior.

The statistical significance of the correlation was confirmed with a p-value of less than 0.01, providing strong evidence against the null hypothesis of no relationship between the two variables. This p-value, much like a rare Pokémon sighting, reinforces the rarity of such a robust association occurring by random chance, lending credence to the genuine connection between "boujee" searches and viewer engagement with 3Blue1Brown's content.

The strength and significance of this correlation are visually depicted in the scatterplot presented in Figure 1, showcasing the tightly clustered data points and the unmistakably positive trend between the two variables. Observers might find themselves enchanted by the sight of this graph, as the plot dances with the synchronized elegance of a pair of ballroom dancers, elegantly moving in harmony across the digital landscape.

Overall, the results of this study provide compelling evidence of the surprising connection between internet linguistics and online engagement, inviting further contemplation on the curious interplay of digital vernacular and cognitive interaction. This finding may also serve as a gentle reminder that amidst the complexity of statistical analysis, unexpected correlations can emerge to both perplex and delight the curious minds of researchers and readers alike.


Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You are a goofy academic researcher writing an academic paper. You follow the rules, but you throw out convention regularly to make jokes and funny asides.You draft the discussion section of an academic research paper.
User prompt:
Pretend you are an academic researcher. Your writing sounds like it belongs in a medical or economics journal. However, you frequently crack jokes, make puns, or add unexpected twists in your writing.

Please make up the discussion section of an academic research paper presenting the findings of the connection between Google searches for 'boujee' and Total comments on 3Blue1Brown YouTube videos. Make it seem dry like academic research paper, but with lots of subtle hidden offhand remarks, jokes, goofy observations, and puns. 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]]
YouTube Views and Google Views: A "Boujee" Correlation?

[[ABSTRACT]]
In this paper, we investigate the intriguing relationship between Google searches for the term "boujee" and the total comments on 3Blue1Brown YouTube videos. The research team utilized data from Google Trends and YouTube to delve into this seemingly frivolous yet fascinating connection. Our findings reveal a strikingly high correlation coefficient of 0.9575015 and p < 0.01 for the period spanning from 2016 to 2023. The results provoke contemplation on the juxtaposition of ostentatious internet slang and intellectually stimulating educational content. We offer interpretations that bridge the worlds of digital vernacular and mathematical cognition, ultimately encouraging further exploration into the curiously intertwined realms of internet linguistics and online engagement.

[[LITERATURE REVIEW]]
The curious relationship between Google search trends for "boujee" and the total comments on 3Blue1Brown YouTube videos has sparked a flurry of academic interest in recent years. Smith et al. (2018) were among the first to investigate the potential connections between internet slang and online engagement, paving the way for subsequent explorations into the digital lexicon. Their study, "Navigating the Digital Vernacular: Exploring the Impact of Internet Slang on Online Behaviors," provided a foundational understanding of the nuanced interactions between language and digital discourse.
Doe and Jones (2020) delved into the sociolinguistic implications of internet slang usage in their seminal work, "Unraveling the Threads of Online Linguistic Culture." Their findings shed light on the multifaceted nature of internet vernacular and its impact on user interactions in online communities, setting the stage for the examination of specific slang terms such as "boujee" and their correlation with online engagement metrics.
Moving beyond academic literature, non-fiction works such as "The Evolution of Internet Language" by Linguist L. G. Shanahan (2017) and "Digital Dialects: A Sociolinguistic Exploration" by Communication Scholar M. E. Reynolds (2019) have provided valuable insights into the dynamic evolution of internet language and its far-reaching implications for online communication patterns.
In the realm of fiction, the novel "Lexicon" by Max Barry (2013) and the futuristic dystopian tale "The Bone Clocks" by David Mitchell (2014) offer imaginative portrayals of language manipulation and its influence on societal constructs, albeit in contexts vastly different from the digital milieu under investigation in this study.
Further expanding the scope of inquiry, an eclectic examination of animated series and children's shows, including the timeless classic "Sesame Street" and the zany world of "Adventure Time," has offered unexpected parallels to the dynamics of digital language and engagement. The endearing characters and whimsical narratives within these diverse cultural artifacts have provided valuable inspiration for understanding the intricate interplay of language and engagement in online spaces.
While the exploration of internet vernacular and its correlation with viewer engagement may seem light-hearted at first glance, the implications of this research extend into the realm of digital humanities, inviting contemplation of the interconnectedness of linguistic expression and cognitive engagement in the virtual sphere. As we embark on this whimsical journey through the annals of internet linguistics, let us not lose sight of the profound implications that underlie the seemingly frivolous connection between the "boujee" search term and the realm of educational YouTube discourse.

[[RESULTS]]
The results of our investigation into the correlation between Google searches for "boujee" and the total comments on 3Blue1Brown YouTube videos revealed a remarkably high correlation coefficient of 0.9575015. This strong positive relationship signifies that as one variable increases, the other also tends to increase, implying a fascinating linkage between the utilization of colloquial internet slang and viewer engagement with educational video content.
Furthermore, the coefficient of determination (r-squared) was calculated to be 0.9168090, indicating that approximately 91.68% of the variability in the total comments on 3Blue1Brown videos can be explained by the fluctuations in Google searches for "boujee." It is indeed astounding to observe such a substantial proportion of variance accounted for by the utilization of an internet slang term, highlighting the intertwined nature of digital language trends and online viewer behavior.
The statistical significance of the correlation was confirmed with a p-value of less than 0.01, providing strong evidence against the null hypothesis of no relationship between the two variables. This p-value, much like a rare Pokémon sighting, reinforces the rarity of such a robust association occurring by random chance, lending credence to the genuine connection between "boujee" searches and viewer engagement with 3Blue1Brown's content.
The strength and significance of this correlation are visually depicted in the scatterplot presented in Figure 1, showcasing the tightly clustered data points and the unmistakably positive trend between the two variables. Observers might find themselves enchanted by the sight of this graph, as the plot dances with the synchronized elegance of a pair of ballroom dancers, elegantly moving in harmony across the digital landscape.
Overall, the results of this study provide compelling evidence of the surprising connection between internet linguistics and online engagement, inviting further contemplation on the curious interplay of digital vernacular and cognitive interaction. This finding may also serve as a gentle reminder that amidst the complexity of statistical analysis, unexpected correlations can emerge to both perplex and delight the curious minds of researchers and readers alike.

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[[DISCUSSION]]



ChatGPT:

[[DISCUSSION]]

The remarkable correlation coefficient of 0.9575015 between Google searches for "boujee" and the total comments on 3Blue1Brown YouTube videos undoubtedly raises fascinating questions about the intertwined dynamics of internet slang and online engagement. Our findings not only support prior research on the impact of internet vernacular on digital discourse but also offer a delightful surprise akin to stumbling upon a hidden treasure amidst the vast expanse of online data.

Harkening back to the whimsical paradigms illuminated in previous literature, our results lend further credence to Smith et al.'s foundational work on internet slang, as we witness firsthand the tangible impact of colloquial language on viewer interactions within the online educational sphere. The statistically significant relationship we have unearthed serves as a testament to the enduring influence of digital lexicon on user behaviors, prompting us to reflect on the inherent playfulness and unpredictability of linguistic evolution in the digital age.

Moreover, the conspicuous strength of our correlation aligns with the palpable social implications elucidated by Doe and Jones, echoing the complex interplay between language and societal constructs in the virtual realm. As we consider the implications of a digital slang term such as "boujee" exerting such potent influence on viewer engagement with educational content, we are reminded of the intricate threads connecting language, culture, and cognitive interaction in the digital landscape.

While our study may appear to tread lightly on the surface of internet linguistics, the depth of its implications extends far beyond mere curiosity, beckoning us to contemplate the profound symbiosis of linguistic expression and cognitive engagement in the digital sphere. As with any delightful surprise, the unexpectedly robust association we have uncovered between "boujee" searches and 3Blue1Brown video comments serves as a potent reminder of the whimsical yet thought-provoking interactions that characterize the ever-evolving tapestry of internet language and engagement.


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

Please make up a short conclusion of an academic research paper presenting the findings of the connection between Google searches for 'boujee' and Total comments on 3Blue1Brown YouTube videos. Make it seem dry like academic research paper, but with lots of subtle hidden offhand remarks, jokes, goofy observations, and puns. 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]]
YouTube Views and Google Views: A "Boujee" Correlation?

[[ABSTRACT]]
In this paper, we investigate the intriguing relationship between Google searches for the term "boujee" and the total comments on 3Blue1Brown YouTube videos. The research team utilized data from Google Trends and YouTube to delve into this seemingly frivolous yet fascinating connection. Our findings reveal a strikingly high correlation coefficient of 0.9575015 and p < 0.01 for the period spanning from 2016 to 2023. The results provoke contemplation on the juxtaposition of ostentatious internet slang and intellectually stimulating educational content. We offer interpretations that bridge the worlds of digital vernacular and mathematical cognition, ultimately encouraging further exploration into the curiously intertwined realms of internet linguistics and online engagement.

[[INTRDUCTION]]
In this modern age of digital interconnectedness, the intertwining of internet slang and online engagement has become an area of increasing interest for researchers seeking to understand the evolving landscape of digital communication. As such, this study seeks to explore the curious relationship between Google search trends for the colloquial term "boujee" and the total comments on the educational YouTube videos produced by the popular channel 3Blue1Brown. While at first glance, the juxtaposition of these seemingly unrelated phenomena may appear entirely incongruous, our investigation aims to shed light on the unexpected correlations that exist within the complex web of online activity.
The term "boujee," an informal variation of "bourgeois," has found its way into contemporary internet vernacular, often used to connote a sense of ostentatiousness or opulence. On the other hand, 3Blue1Brown, helmed by the esteemed mathematics educator Grant Sanderson, provides thought-provoking and intellectually stimulating content focused on mathematical and scientific concepts. It is in this peculiar fusion of digital slang and educational video content that our study uncovers a surprising relationship, prompting further inquiry into the interplay of internet linguistics and viewer engagement.
Our analysis draws on data sourced from Google Trends and publicly available statistics from 3Blue1Brown's YouTube channel, spanning the period from 2016 to 2023. Through meticulous data collection and statistical modeling, we unveil a strikingly high correlation coefficient of 0.9575015 between Google searches for "boujee" and the total comments on 3Blue1Brown videos, with a significance level of p < 0.01. These results not only demonstrate a strong statistical association but also beckon contemplation on the potential cognitive and sociolinguistic implications of this curious correlation.
The revelation of such a substantial relationship between the utilization of a slang term and engagement with educational video content elicits speculation on the interconnectedness of online discourses and the intersection of seemingly disparate online cultures. The implications of these findings stretch beyond the metrics themselves, prompting considerations of how language permeates digital spaces and influences user interactions, even in forums dedicated to scholarly pursuits.
This paper delves into the unconventional pairing of internet parlance and educational content, offering interpretations that encourage a deeper exploration of the interplay between digital vernacular and cognitive engagement. By bridging the realms of internet linguistics and online viewer behavior, our study contributes to the burgeoning field of digital humanities, promoting a nuanced understanding of the dynamic interrelationships in the virtual sphere.

[[RESULTS]]
The results of our investigation into the correlation between Google searches for "boujee" and the total comments on 3Blue1Brown YouTube videos revealed a remarkably high correlation coefficient of 0.9575015. This strong positive relationship signifies that as one variable increases, the other also tends to increase, implying a fascinating linkage between the utilization of colloquial internet slang and viewer engagement with educational video content.
Furthermore, the coefficient of determination (r-squared) was calculated to be 0.9168090, indicating that approximately 91.68% of the variability in the total comments on 3Blue1Brown videos can be explained by the fluctuations in Google searches for "boujee." It is indeed astounding to observe such a substantial proportion of variance accounted for by the utilization of an internet slang term, highlighting the intertwined nature of digital language trends and online viewer behavior.
The statistical significance of the correlation was confirmed with a p-value of less than 0.01, providing strong evidence against the null hypothesis of no relationship between the two variables. This p-value, much like a rare Pokémon sighting, reinforces the rarity of such a robust association occurring by random chance, lending credence to the genuine connection between "boujee" searches and viewer engagement with 3Blue1Brown's content.
The strength and significance of this correlation are visually depicted in the scatterplot presented in Figure 1, showcasing the tightly clustered data points and the unmistakably positive trend between the two variables. Observers might find themselves enchanted by the sight of this graph, as the plot dances with the synchronized elegance of a pair of ballroom dancers, elegantly moving in harmony across the digital landscape.
Overall, the results of this study provide compelling evidence of the surprising connection between internet linguistics and online engagement, inviting further contemplation on the curious interplay of digital vernacular and cognitive interaction. This finding may also serve as a gentle reminder that amidst the complexity of statistical analysis, unexpected correlations can emerge to both perplex and delight the curious minds of researchers and readers alike.

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Your response should start like this:

[[CONCLUSION]]



ChatGPT:

[[CONCLUSION]]

In conclusion, our investigation into the relationship between Google searches for "boujee" and the total comments on 3Blue1Brown YouTube videos has brought to light a correlation of striking magnitude. The robust correlation coefficient of 0.9575015, akin to finding a needle in a digital haystack, indicates a remarkably strong positive relationship between the two variables. Furthermore, the coefficient of determination emphasizes the substantial impact of internet slang on viewer engagement, leaving our understanding of online interactions more enriched than ever before.

The significance of this correlation, with a p-value of less than 0.01, solidifies the validity of this peculiar connection, raising eyebrows and prompting a ponderous hum of intrigue amongst scholars and enthusiasts alike. The implications of this unexpected correlation, much like an enlightening epiphany, transcend beyond mere statistical metrics, beckoning us to contemplate the entwined nature of internet linguistics and cognitive engagement in the virtual realm.

While the nature of this correlation may appear whimsical at first glance, it underscores the nuanced interplay between digital language trends and online viewer behavior. Perhaps, in this digital age, seemingly disparate elements can secretly rendezvous in the vast expanse of cyberspace, just like unexpected soulmates finding each other in an online algorithm. Our findings, much like the eureka moment of a scientific discovery, challenge conventional notions of online interaction and advocate for a reevaluation of the interconnectedness of digital discourses.

In light of these compelling findings, we assert with great confidence that no further research is needed in this area, as we have illuminated a unique facet of the digital landscape that perhaps many had not expected to find. This study, like a perfectly-timed punchline, serves as a reminder that in the labyrinth of online phenomena, surprises and revelations abound, awaiting the eagle-eyed researcher to uncover and marvel at their whimsical intricacies.


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 YouTube Views and Google Views: A Boujee Correlation?. Respond only with the name of a fictional academic journal.

ChatGPT:

Journal of Digital Media Metrics


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 YouTube Views and Google Views: A Boujee Correlation?. Respond only with the name of a fictional organization.

ChatGPT:

The Society for Internet Pop Culture 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 YouTube Views and Google Views: A Boujee Correlation? with an abstract of In this paper, we investigate the intriguing relationship between Google searches for the term "boujee" and the total comments on 3Blue1Brown YouTube videos. The research team utilized data from Google Trends and YouTube to delve into this seemingly frivolous yet fascinating connection. Our findings reveal a strikingly high correlation coefficient of 0.9575015 and p < 0.01 for the period spanning from 2016 to 2023. The results provoke contemplation on the juxtaposition of ostentatious internet slang and intellectually stimulating educational content. We offer interpretations that bridge the worlds of digital vernacular and mathematical cognition, ultimately encouraging further exploration into the curiously intertwined realms of internet linguistics and online engagement.

ChatGPT:

YouTube views, Google views, boujee, correlation, internet slang, Google Trends, 3Blue1Brown, comments, online engagement, internet linguistics, data analysis, correlation coefficient, p-value, mathematical cognition, educational content

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Data details

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

See what else correlates with Google searches for 'boujee'

Total comments on 3Blue1Brown YouTube videos
Detailed data title: Total comments on 3Blue1Brown YouTube videos.
Source: YouTube
See what else correlates with Total comments on 3Blue1Brown YouTube videos

Correlation r = 0.9575015 (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 = 0.9168090 (Coefficient of determination)
This means 91.7% of the change in the one variable (i.e., Total comments on 3Blue1Brown YouTube videos) is predictable based on the change in the other (i.e., Google searches for 'boujee') over the 8 years from 2016 through 2023.

p < 0.01, which is statistically significant(Null hypothesis significance test)
The p-value is 0.00019. 0.0001858298696718511700000000
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 0.019% of random cases. Said differently, if you correlated 5,381 random variables Which I absolutely did.
with the same 7 degrees of freedom, Degrees of freedom is a measure of how many free components we are testing. In this case it is 7 because we have two variables measured over a period of 8 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.

[ 0.78, 0.99 ] 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.
20162017201820192020202120222023
Google searches for 'boujee' (Rel. search volume)14.440.2514.416712.583313.416711.58331010.4
Total comments on 3Blue1Brown YouTube videos (Total comments)44414116727431424574949671152472856729827




Why this works

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




Try it yourself

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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


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

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

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

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

    return correlation, r_squared, p_value

# These are the arrays for the variables shown on this page, but you can modify them to be any two sets of numbers
array_1 = np.array([14.4,40.25,14.4167,12.5833,13.4167,11.5833,10,10.4,])
array_2 = np.array([44414,116727,43142,45749,49671,15247,28567,29827,])
array_1_name = "Google searches for 'boujee'"
array_2_name = "Total comments on 3Blue1Brown YouTube videos"

# Perform the calculation
print(f"Calculating the correlation between {array_1_name} and {array_2_name}...")
correlation, r_squared, p_value = calculate_correlation(array_1, array_2)

# Print the results
print("Correlation Coefficient:", correlation)
print("R-squared:", r_squared)
print("P-value:", p_value)



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