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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 Average views of CGP Grey YouTube videos and the second variable is Google searches for 'sleepwalking'.  The chart goes from 2011 to 2023, and the two variables track closely in value over that time. Small Image
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AI explanation

As people watched fewer CGP Grey videos, their brains received less high-quality information, leading to a decline in mental activity. This decrease in mental stimulation somehow resulted in reduced instances of sleepwalking, as if the intricate explanations and thought-provoking content acted as a mental roadblock to late-night subconscious strolls. It's as if the viewers' brains said, "Nope, we need to process these fascinating facts instead of engaging in nocturnal ambulation."

Model: dalle-3
Prompt: Generate an image of a futuristic, holographic interface showcasing data visualizations. On the left, a sleek line graph displays the decreasing average views of CGP Grey YouTube videos, while on the right, a dynamic bar graph depicts the declining Google searches for 'sleepwalking'. In the middle of the interface, a stylized cartoon brain with a puzzled expression is depicted looking at a computer screen displaying a CGP Grey video. Simultaneously, a rendered sleepwalker is shown attempting to walk, but a cascade of holographic books and facts materialize, impeding their progress. The scene exudes a high-tech aesthetic, with the holographic elements adding an air of futuristic immersion to the visual narrative. 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: Average views of CGP Grey YouTube videos and Google searches for 'sleepwalking'. Given these, which of the following image style descriptions seems most appropriate? Pick the one that seems to be related to one of the variables at hand. Please respond with only one of the following potential descriptions: A photo-realistic image Glitch art High-tech High-tech Hyper-realistic
ChatGPT: High-tech

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 Average views of CGP Grey YouTube videos and Google searches for 'sleepwalking', in the following situation: As people watched fewer CGP Grey videos, their brains received less high-quality information, leading to a decline in mental activity. This decrease in mental stimulation somehow resulted in reduced instances of sleepwalking, as if the intricate explanations and thought-provoking content acted as a mental roadblock to late-night subconscious strolls. It's as if the viewers' brains said, "Nope, we need to process these fascinating facts instead of engaging in nocturnal ambulation.". Keep the description simple.
ChatGPT: In the scene, a line graph showing the average views of CGP Grey YouTube videos steadily declines on the left side of the image. On the right side, a bar graph depicting Google searches for 'sleepwalking' decreases in tandem with the line graph. In the middle, a cartoon brain with a puzzled expression looks at a computer screen showing a CGP Grey video, while a sleepwalker is shown trying to walk but being stopped by a big pile of books and facts that magically appear in their path.

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: [ High-tech ] and depicting this scene: In the scene, a line graph showing the average views of CGP Grey YouTube videos steadily declines on the left side of the image. On the right side, a bar graph depicting Google searches for 'sleepwalking' decreases in tandem with the line graph. In the middle, a cartoon brain with a puzzled expression looks at a computer screen showing a CGP Grey video, while a sleepwalker is shown trying to walk but being stopped by a big pile of books and facts that magically appear in their path. Keep the visual depiction simple. Do not include any words or speech bubbles.
ChatGPT: Generate an image of a futuristic, holographic interface showcasing data visualizations. On the left, a sleek line graph displays the decreasing average views of CGP Grey YouTube videos, while on the right, a dynamic bar graph depicts the declining Google searches for 'sleepwalking'. In the middle of the interface, a stylized cartoon brain with a puzzled expression is depicted looking at a computer screen displaying a CGP Grey video. Simultaneously, a rendered sleepwalker is shown attempting to walk, but a cascade of holographic books and facts materialize, impeding their progress. The scene exudes a high-tech aesthetic, with the holographic elements adding an air of futuristic immersion to the visual narrative.

*Variations in the User Prompts from chart to chart are just the result of random number generation in Python. I wrote a few arrays of various styles and methods to ask questions to change up the results. Every time this site writes an explanation or generates an image, the script picks from each at random.

I sequence the requests into multiple prompts because I find GPT 3.5 to perform much better with short, well-managed contexts. Thus, I track the context directly in Python and only ask ChatGPT targeted questions.

Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106 (fine-tuned)
System prompt: You provide humorous responses in the form of plausible sounding explanations for correlations. You assume the correlation is causative for the purpose of the explanation even if it is ridiculous. You do not chat with the user, you only reply with the causal connection explanation and nothing else.
User prompt: Please make up a funny explanation for how a decrease in Average views of CGP Grey YouTube videos caused sleepwalking (Google searches for 'sleepwalking') to decrease.

AI academic paper

(Because p < 0.01)
Sleepwalking in the YouTubephere: A Cozy Correlation Between CGP Grey's Video Views and Google Searches for Sleepwalking

Journal of Internet Phenomena

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 dry but witty academic researcher. You speak in the passive voice, and your writing sounds like it belongs in a medical or economics journal.You 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 Average views of CGP Grey YouTube videos and Google searches for 'sleepwalking'. Make it seem dry like academic research paper, but with lots of subtle hidden offhand remarks, jokes, goofy observations, and puns.

Make the title punny if you can come up with clever pun. If not, just make it sound clever.

Your research team used data from YouTube and Google Trends to assess this nagging question. You found a correlation coefficient of 0.8206187 and p < 0.01 for 2011 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]]
"Sleepwalking in the YouTubephere: A Cozy Correlation Between CGP Grey's Video Views and Google Searches for Sleepwalking"

[[ABSTRACT]]
This study investigates the captivating relationship between the average views of CGP Grey's YouTube videos and the frequency of Google searches for "sleepwalking." Utilizing data from YouTube and Google Trends spanning the years 2011 to 2023, our research team uncovered a striking correlation coefficient of 0.8206187 with p < 0.01, shedding light on the drowsy dynamics at play in the online realm. The findings suggest that as viewers indulged in the captivating content of CGP Grey, there was a parallel increase in curiosity about somnambulism, hinting at a mesmerizing connection between digital consumption patterns and nocturnal wanderings. This study paves the way for further exploration into the dreamy reverberations of online content on the subconscious mind and the somnolent search habits of the internet populace.


Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You are a dry but witty academic researcher. You speak in the passive voice, and your writing sounds like it belongs in a medical or economics journal.You draft the 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 Average views of CGP Grey YouTube videos and Google searches for 'sleepwalking'. Make it seem dry like academic research paper, but with lots of subtle hidden offhand remarks, jokes, goofy observations, and puns. Sneak in some jokes and clever puns about science, research, statistics, and the variables.

Here is the title and abstract of the paper:
[[TITLE]]
"Sleepwalking in the YouTubephere: A Cozy Correlation Between CGP Grey's Video Views and Google Searches for Sleepwalking"

[[ABSTRACT]]
This study investigates the captivating relationship between the average views of CGP Grey's YouTube videos and the frequency of Google searches for "sleepwalking." Utilizing data from YouTube and Google Trends spanning the years 2011 to 2023, our research team uncovered a striking correlation coefficient of 0.8206187 with p < 0.01, shedding light on the drowsy dynamics at play in the online realm. The findings suggest that as viewers indulged in the captivating content of CGP Grey, there was a parallel increase in curiosity about somnambulism, hinting at a mesmerizing connection between digital consumption patterns and nocturnal wanderings. This study paves the way for further exploration into the dreamy reverberations of online content on the subconscious mind and the somnolent search habits of the internet populace.

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Your response should start like this:

[[INTRODUCTION]]



ChatGPT:
The ethereal world of online content has long captivated researchers, as its influence on the human psyche and behavior remains a subject of enduring fascination. In this study, we delve into the mysterious interplay between the average views of CGP Grey's YouTube videos and the frequency of Google searches for "sleepwalking." While the former lulls viewers into a state of intellectual stimulation, the latter reflects a subconscious quest for understanding the enigmatic realm of nocturnal wanderings.

Our investigation spans the years 2011 to 2023, leveraging data obtained from the digital domains of YouTube and Google Trends. Through the lenses of statistics and correlation analysis, we have unveiled a remarkable correlation coefficient of 0.8206187 with p < 0.01, hinting at a striking parallel between the consumption of captivating content and the yearning for insights into somnambulism. This correlation suggests a mesmerizing dance between cerebral engagement and somnolent wanderings, a curious intertwining of the intellectually stimulated mind and the subconscious search for nocturnal secrets.

The enthralling attraction of CGP Grey's videos exerts a pull on the consciousness of viewers, transfixed by the elucidation of diverse topics. Concurrently, the rise in Google searches for "sleepwalking" mirrors a collective yearning to unravel the mysteries that unfold beneath the veil of nocturnal slumber, a pursuit driven by an amalgamation of curiosity and subconscious ponderings. These findings not only illuminate the captivating duet between digital content consumption and somnolent intrigue but also underline the potential impact of online engagement on the exploration of the recesses of the human mind.

As we embark on this journey through the labyrinthine corridors of online influence, we invite the reader to join us in unravelling the drowsy dynamics at play and peering into the veritable dreamscape of digital engagement. This study, with its lighthearted observations and serious statistical prowess, strives to shed light on the dreamy reverberations of online content on the subconscious mind and the somnolent search habits of the internet populace, paving the way for further exploration into the ethereal realm of digital influence on nocturnal ponderings.


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

Please make up a literature review section of an academic research paper presenting the findings of the connection between Average views of CGP Grey YouTube videos and Google searches for 'sleepwalking'. 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]]
"Sleepwalking in the YouTubephere: A Cozy Correlation Between CGP Grey's Video Views and Google Searches for Sleepwalking"

[[ABSTRACT]]
This study investigates the captivating relationship between the average views of CGP Grey's YouTube videos and the frequency of Google searches for "sleepwalking." Utilizing data from YouTube and Google Trends spanning the years 2011 to 2023, our research team uncovered a striking correlation coefficient of 0.8206187 with p < 0.01, shedding light on the drowsy dynamics at play in the online realm. The findings suggest that as viewers indulged in the captivating content of CGP Grey, there was a parallel increase in curiosity about somnambulism, hinting at a mesmerizing connection between digital consumption patterns and nocturnal wanderings. This study paves the way for further exploration into the dreamy reverberations of online content on the subconscious mind and the somnolent search habits of the internet populace.

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And here is the introduction section that led to this literature review:
[[INTRODUCTION]]
The ethereal world of online content has long captivated researchers, as its influence on the human psyche and behavior remains a subject of enduring fascination. In this study, we delve into the mysterious interplay between the average views of CGP Grey's YouTube videos and the frequency of Google searches for "sleepwalking." While the former lulls viewers into a state of intellectual stimulation, the latter reflects a subconscious quest for understanding the enigmatic realm of nocturnal wanderings.
Our investigation spans the years 2011 to 2023, leveraging data obtained from the digital domains of YouTube and Google Trends. Through the lenses of statistics and correlation analysis, we have unveiled a remarkable correlation coefficient of 0.8206187 with p < 0.01, hinting at a striking parallel between the consumption of captivating content and the yearning for insights into somnambulism. This correlation suggests a mesmerizing dance between cerebral engagement and somnolent wanderings, a curious intertwining of the intellectually stimulated mind and the subconscious search for nocturnal secrets.
The enthralling attraction of CGP Grey's videos exerts a pull on the consciousness of viewers, transfixed by the elucidation of diverse topics. Concurrently, the rise in Google searches for "sleepwalking" mirrors a collective yearning to unravel the mysteries that unfold beneath the veil of nocturnal slumber, a pursuit driven by an amalgamation of curiosity and subconscious ponderings. These findings not only illuminate the captivating duet between digital content consumption and somnolent intrigue but also underline the potential impact of online engagement on the exploration of the recesses of the human mind.
As we embark on this journey through the labyrinthine corridors of online influence, we invite the reader to join us in unravelling the drowsy dynamics at play and peering into the veritable dreamscape of digital engagement. This study, with its lighthearted observations and serious statistical prowess, strives to shed light on the dreamy reverberations of online content on the subconscious mind and the somnolent search habits of the internet populace, paving the way for further exploration into the ethereal realm of digital influence on nocturnal ponderings.

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Your response should start like this:

[[LITERATURE REVIEW]]



ChatGPT:
[[LITERATURE REVIEW]]

In "Smith et al.," the authors find a notable correlation between online video consumption and subsequent Google search trends, particularly in relation to somnambulism. This intriguing discovery sets the stage for our investigation into the captivating relationship between the average views of CGP Grey's YouTube videos and the frequency of Google searches for "sleepwalking."

Doe's study also delves into the intriguing realm of internet influence on subconscious ponderings, shedding light on the potential somnolent reverberations of digital content consumption. Furthermore, Jones' research highlights the complex interplay between online engagement and the exploration of enigmatic nocturnal phenomena, providing valuable insights into the interconnected pathways of digital content and somnambulistic curiosities.

Moving beyond academic literature, acclaimed non-fiction works such as "Why We Sleep" by Matthew Walker and "The Interpretation of Dreams" by Sigmund Freud offer profound perspectives on the enigmatic realm of sleep and its associated behaviors. Similarly, fictional narratives such as Stephen King's "Somnambulist" and Haruki Murakami's "Sleep" present captivating explorations of somnolent wanderings, offering imaginative insights into the subconscious allure of sleepwalking.

In a more unorthodox approach to research, the authors of this study embarked on a whimsical exploration of children's cartoons and animated series, finding unexpected parallels between the whimsical narratives of "Adventure Time" and "Scooby-Doo" and the subconscious yearning for understanding somnambulism. These playful forays into pop culture yielded a lighthearted yet thought-provoking perspective on the enthralling connection between online content consumption and the intrigue of somnolent wanderings.

In sum, the landscape of literature and popular culture offers a diverse tapestry of insights into the intriguing interplay between digital content consumption and the enigmatic realm of sleepwalking, setting the stage for our investigation into the mesmerizing relationship between the average views of CGP Grey's YouTube videos and Google searches for "sleepwalking."


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

Please make up the methodology section of an academic research paper presenting the findings of the connection between Average views of CGP Grey YouTube videos and Google searches for 'sleepwalking'. Make it seem dry like academic research paper, but with lots of subtle hidden offhand remarks, jokes, goofy observations, and puns. Sneak in some jokes and clever puns about science, research, statistics, and the variables.

Your research team collected data from all across the internet, but mostly just used information from YouTube and Google Trends . You used data from 2011 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]]
"Sleepwalking in the YouTubephere: A Cozy Correlation Between CGP Grey's Video Views and Google Searches for Sleepwalking"

[[ABSTRACT]]
This study investigates the captivating relationship between the average views of CGP Grey's YouTube videos and the frequency of Google searches for "sleepwalking." Utilizing data from YouTube and Google Trends spanning the years 2011 to 2023, our research team uncovered a striking correlation coefficient of 0.8206187 with p < 0.01, shedding light on the drowsy dynamics at play in the online realm. The findings suggest that as viewers indulged in the captivating content of CGP Grey, there was a parallel increase in curiosity about somnambulism, hinting at a mesmerizing connection between digital consumption patterns and nocturnal wanderings. This study paves the way for further exploration into the dreamy reverberations of online content on the subconscious mind and the somnolent search habits of the internet populace.

[[INTRODUCTION]]
The ethereal world of online content has long captivated researchers, as its influence on the human psyche and behavior remains a subject of enduring fascination. In this study, we delve into the mysterious interplay between the average views of CGP Grey's YouTube videos and the frequency of Google searches for "sleepwalking." While the former lulls viewers into a state of intellectual stimulation, the latter reflects a subconscious quest for understanding the enigmatic realm of nocturnal wanderings.
Our investigation spans the years 2011 to 2023, leveraging data obtained from the digital domains of YouTube and Google Trends. Through the lenses of statistics and correlation analysis, we have unveiled a remarkable correlation coefficient of 0.8206187 with p < 0.01, hinting at a striking parallel between the consumption of captivating content and the yearning for insights into somnambulism. This correlation suggests a mesmerizing dance between cerebral engagement and somnolent wanderings, a curious intertwining of the intellectually stimulated mind and the subconscious search for nocturnal secrets.
The enthralling attraction of CGP Grey's videos exerts a pull on the consciousness of viewers, transfixed by the elucidation of diverse topics. Concurrently, the rise in Google searches for "sleepwalking" mirrors a collective yearning to unravel the mysteries that unfold beneath the veil of nocturnal slumber, a pursuit driven by an amalgamation of curiosity and subconscious ponderings. These findings not only illuminate the captivating duet between digital content consumption and somnolent intrigue but also underline the potential impact of online engagement on the exploration of the recesses of the human mind.
As we embark on this journey through the labyrinthine corridors of online influence, we invite the reader to join us in unravelling the drowsy dynamics at play and peering into the veritable dreamscape of digital engagement. This study, with its lighthearted observations and serious statistical prowess, strives to shed light on the dreamy reverberations of online content on the subconscious mind and the somnolent search habits of the internet populace, paving the way for further exploration into the ethereal realm of digital influence on nocturnal ponderings.

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Your response should start like this:

[[METHODOLOGY]]



ChatGPT:

[[METHODOLOGY]]

This study employed a multifaceted approach to gather and analyze data from YouTube and Google Trends, navigating the labyrinthine pathways of online content and search behavior. The time frame for data collection extended from 2011 to 2023, encompassing a period of shifting digital landscapes and evolving online dynamics.

The first step entailed the extraction of average views per video from CGP Grey's YouTube channel, capturing the captivating allure of his videos and their potential to entrance the viewing populace. This process involved meticulous data scraping, a task teetering on the edge of mind-numbing repetition and beguiling intrigue.

Concurrently, the research team sifted through the enigmatic expanse of Google Trends to ascertain the frequency of searches for "sleepwalking," unraveling the nocturnal curiosities that permeated the digital sphere. This endeavor involved traversing the peaks and valleys of search trends, resonating with the ebb and flow of nocturnal wanderings in the corridors of internet queries.

With these datasets in hand, the next phase beckoned the application of statistical tools to explore the potential correlation between CGP Grey's average video views and Google searches for "sleepwalking." The intimate dance of correlation analysis and regression models offered insight into the ethereal interplay between captivating content consumption and the enigmatic allure of somnolent wanderings.

Furthermore, the research team endeavored to control for potential confounding variables, recognizing the intricate web of factors that could influence digital consumption patterns and online search behavior. This entailed a delicate balance of isolating the pertinent variables at play while navigating the tangled underbrush of extraneous influences.

In sum, this intricate methodological dance between data extraction, statistical analysis, and variable control paved the way for unraveling the mesmerizing connection between CGP Grey's YouTube videos and the nocturnal musings of internet denizens. The amalgamation of scholarly rigor and digital whimsy underpins the methodological underpinnings of this study, nurturing an environment conducive to probing the drowsy dynamics at play in the online realm.


Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You are a dry but witty academic researcher. You speak in the passive voice, and your writing sounds like it belongs in a medical or economics journal.You draft the 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 Average views of CGP Grey YouTube videos and Google searches for 'sleepwalking'. Make it seem dry like academic research paper, but with lots of subtle hidden offhand remarks, jokes, goofy observations, and puns. Sneak in some jokes and clever puns about science, research, statistics, and the variables.

Your research team collected data from all across the internet, but mostly just used information from YouTube and Google Trends .

For the time period 2011 to 2023, you found a correlation 0.8206187, r-squared of 0.6734150, 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]]
"Sleepwalking in the YouTubephere: A Cozy Correlation Between CGP Grey's Video Views and Google Searches for Sleepwalking"

[[ABSTRACT]]
This study investigates the captivating relationship between the average views of CGP Grey's YouTube videos and the frequency of Google searches for "sleepwalking." Utilizing data from YouTube and Google Trends spanning the years 2011 to 2023, our research team uncovered a striking correlation coefficient of 0.8206187 with p < 0.01, shedding light on the drowsy dynamics at play in the online realm. The findings suggest that as viewers indulged in the captivating content of CGP Grey, there was a parallel increase in curiosity about somnambulism, hinting at a mesmerizing connection between digital consumption patterns and nocturnal wanderings. This study paves the way for further exploration into the dreamy reverberations of online content on the subconscious mind and the somnolent search habits of the internet populace.

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And here is the methodology section that led to this result:
[[METHODOLOGY]]
The ethereal world of online content has long captivated researchers, as its influence on the human psyche and behavior remains a subject of enduring fascination. In this study, we delve into the mysterious interplay between the average views of CGP Grey's YouTube videos and the frequency of Google searches for "sleepwalking." While the former lulls viewers into a state of intellectual stimulation, the latter reflects a subconscious quest for understanding the enigmatic realm of nocturnal wanderings.
Our investigation spans the years 2011 to 2023, leveraging data obtained from the digital domains of YouTube and Google Trends. Through the lenses of statistics and correlation analysis, we have unveiled a remarkable correlation coefficient of 0.8206187 with p < 0.01, hinting at a striking parallel between the consumption of captivating content and the yearning for insights into somnambulism. This correlation suggests a mesmerizing dance between cerebral engagement and somnolent wanderings, a curious intertwining of the intellectually stimulated mind and the subconscious search for nocturnal secrets.
The enthralling attraction of CGP Grey's videos exerts a pull on the consciousness of viewers, transfixed by the elucidation of diverse topics. Concurrently, the rise in Google searches for "sleepwalking" mirrors a collective yearning to unravel the mysteries that unfold beneath the veil of nocturnal slumber, a pursuit driven by an amalgamation of curiosity and subconscious ponderings. These findings not only illuminate the captivating duet between digital content consumption and somnolent intrigue but also underline the potential impact of online engagement on the exploration of the recesses of the human mind.
As we embark on this journey through the labyrinthine corridors of online influence, we invite the reader to join us in unravelling the drowsy dynamics at play and peering into the veritable dreamscape of digital engagement. This study, with its lighthearted observations and serious statistical prowess, strives to shed light on the dreamy reverberations of online content on the subconscious mind and the somnolent search habits of the internet populace, paving the way for further exploration into the ethereal realm of digital influence on nocturnal ponderings.

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Your response should start like this:

[[RESULTS]]



ChatGPT:

[[RESULTS]]

The results of our investigation into the relationship between the average views of CGP Grey's YouTube videos and Google searches for "sleepwalking" revealed a substantial correlation coefficient of 0.8206187, suggesting a strong association between these two variables. Additionally, the coefficient of determination (r-squared) of 0.6734150 indicated that approximately 67.34% of the variability in Google searches for "sleepwalking" could be explained by the average views of CGP Grey's YouTube videos.

Furthermore, the statistically significant p-value of less than 0.01 signified a robust level of confidence in the observed correlation, corroborating the compelling link between the consumption of digital content and the online quest to comprehend the enigmatic phenomenon of sleepwalking.

The compelling correlation is visually depicted in Fig. 1, which portrays a scatterplot illustrating the enthralling relationship between the average views of CGP Grey's YouTube videos and Google searches for "sleepwalking." The scatterplot serves as an engaging visual representation of the synchronous ebb and flow between digital content consumption and nocturnal curiosity, encapsulating the essence of our findings in a single compelling image.

These results not only emphasize the intriguing interplay between the captivating digital content and the subconscious yearning for insights into somnambulism but also beckon further exploration into the enigmatic reverberations of online engagement on the nocturnal musings of the internet populace.


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

Please make up the discussion section of an academic research paper presenting the findings of the connection between Average views of CGP Grey YouTube videos and Google searches for 'sleepwalking'. Make it seem dry like academic research paper, but with lots of subtle hidden offhand remarks, jokes, goofy observations, and puns. Sneak in some jokes and clever puns about science, research, statistics, and the variables.

Limit your response to 500 tokens.

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

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

[[TITLE]]
"Sleepwalking in the YouTubephere: A Cozy Correlation Between CGP Grey's Video Views and Google Searches for Sleepwalking"

[[ABSTRACT]]
This study investigates the captivating relationship between the average views of CGP Grey's YouTube videos and the frequency of Google searches for "sleepwalking." Utilizing data from YouTube and Google Trends spanning the years 2011 to 2023, our research team uncovered a striking correlation coefficient of 0.8206187 with p < 0.01, shedding light on the drowsy dynamics at play in the online realm. The findings suggest that as viewers indulged in the captivating content of CGP Grey, there was a parallel increase in curiosity about somnambulism, hinting at a mesmerizing connection between digital consumption patterns and nocturnal wanderings. This study paves the way for further exploration into the dreamy reverberations of online content on the subconscious mind and the somnolent search habits of the internet populace.

[[LITERATURE REVIEW]]
In "Smith et al.," the authors find a notable correlation between online video consumption and subsequent Google search trends, particularly in relation to somnambulism. This intriguing discovery sets the stage for our investigation into the captivating relationship between the average views of CGP Grey's YouTube videos and the frequency of Google searches for "sleepwalking."
Doe's study also delves into the intriguing realm of internet influence on subconscious ponderings, shedding light on the potential somnolent reverberations of digital content consumption. Furthermore, Jones' research highlights the complex interplay between online engagement and the exploration of enigmatic nocturnal phenomena, providing valuable insights into the interconnected pathways of digital content and somnambulistic curiosities.
Moving beyond academic literature, acclaimed non-fiction works such as "Why We Sleep" by Matthew Walker and "The Interpretation of Dreams" by Sigmund Freud offer profound perspectives on the enigmatic realm of sleep and its associated behaviors. Similarly, fictional narratives such as Stephen King's "Somnambulist" and Haruki Murakami's "Sleep" present captivating explorations of somnolent wanderings, offering imaginative insights into the subconscious allure of sleepwalking.
In a more unorthodox approach to research, the authors of this study embarked on a whimsical exploration of children's cartoons and animated series, finding unexpected parallels between the whimsical narratives of "Adventure Time" and "Scooby-Doo" and the subconscious yearning for understanding somnambulism. These playful forays into pop culture yielded a lighthearted yet thought-provoking perspective on the enthralling connection between online content consumption and the intrigue of somnolent wanderings.
In sum, the landscape of literature and popular culture offers a diverse tapestry of insights into the intriguing interplay between digital content consumption and the enigmatic realm of sleepwalking, setting the stage for our investigation into the mesmerizing relationship between the average views of CGP Grey's YouTube videos and Google searches for "sleepwalking."

[[RESULTS]]
The results of our investigation into the relationship between the average views of CGP Grey's YouTube videos and Google searches for "sleepwalking" revealed a substantial correlation coefficient of 0.8206187, suggesting a strong association between these two variables. Additionally, the coefficient of determination (r-squared) of 0.6734150 indicated that approximately 67.34% of the variability in Google searches for "sleepwalking" could be explained by the average views of CGP Grey's YouTube videos.
Furthermore, the statistically significant p-value of less than 0.01 signified a robust level of confidence in the observed correlation, corroborating the compelling link between the consumption of digital content and the online quest to comprehend the enigmatic phenomenon of sleepwalking.
The compelling correlation is visually depicted in Fig. 1, which portrays a scatterplot illustrating the enthralling relationship between the average views of CGP Grey's YouTube videos and Google searches for "sleepwalking." The scatterplot serves as an engaging visual representation of the synchronous ebb and flow between digital content consumption and nocturnal curiosity, encapsulating the essence of our findings in a single compelling image.
These results not only emphasize the intriguing interplay between the captivating digital content and the subconscious yearning for insights into somnambulism but also beckon further exploration into the enigmatic reverberations of online engagement on the nocturnal musings of the internet populace.

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[[DISCUSSION]]



ChatGPT:

[[DISCUSSION]]

The findings of this study resonate with prior research, notably the works of Smith et al., Doe, and Jones, which highlighted the influence of online content consumption on subsequent search trends related to somnambulism. Our results align with these previous investigations, demonstrating a compelling association between the average views of CGP Grey's YouTube videos and Google searches for "sleepwalking." The correlation coefficient of 0.8206187, accompanied by a remarkably low p-value, reinforces the enthralling connection between digital content engagement and curiosity regarding nocturnal wanderings.

The whimsical forays into children's cartoons and animated series, while initially serving as lighthearted diversions, unexpectedly shed light on the profound parallels between the narratives of these visual delights and the subconscious yearning for understanding somnambulism. This unconventional approach, while at first glance appearing playful, offered thought-provoking insights into the captivating relationship between online content consumption and the intrigue of somnolent wanderings. Additionally, it provided a refreshing perspective on the interconnected pathways of digital content and somnambulistic curiosities.

The statistically significant p-value of less than 0.01 serves as a robust testament to the observed correlation, signifying a compelling level of confidence in the parallel fluctuations between the average views of CGP Grey's YouTube videos and Google searches for "sleepwalking." This substantial correlation, encapsulated in the visually engaging scatterplot (Fig. 1), underscores the synchronous ebb and flow between digital content consumption and the nocturnal curiosity, affirming the mesmerizing connection between the two variables.

In conclusion, this study not only supports the previous research but also adds a drowsy, yet captivating dimension to the multifaceted interplay between digital content consumption and the enigmatic realm of somnambulism. The findings beckon further exploration into the dreamy reverberations of online content on the subconscious mind and the somnolent search habits of the internet populace, inviting researchers to embrace the enthralling venture of unraveling the slumberous mysteries of online engagement.


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

Please make up a short conclusion of an academic research paper presenting the findings of the connection between Average views of CGP Grey YouTube videos and Google searches for 'sleepwalking'. Make it seem dry like academic research paper, but with lots of subtle hidden offhand remarks, jokes, goofy observations, and puns. Sneak in some jokes and clever puns about science, research, statistics, and the variables.

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

Here are the title, abstract, introduction, and results sections.
[[TITLE]]
"Sleepwalking in the YouTubephere: A Cozy Correlation Between CGP Grey's Video Views and Google Searches for Sleepwalking"

[[ABSTRACT]]
This study investigates the captivating relationship between the average views of CGP Grey's YouTube videos and the frequency of Google searches for "sleepwalking." Utilizing data from YouTube and Google Trends spanning the years 2011 to 2023, our research team uncovered a striking correlation coefficient of 0.8206187 with p < 0.01, shedding light on the drowsy dynamics at play in the online realm. The findings suggest that as viewers indulged in the captivating content of CGP Grey, there was a parallel increase in curiosity about somnambulism, hinting at a mesmerizing connection between digital consumption patterns and nocturnal wanderings. This study paves the way for further exploration into the dreamy reverberations of online content on the subconscious mind and the somnolent search habits of the internet populace.

[[INTRDUCTION]]
The ethereal world of online content has long captivated researchers, as its influence on the human psyche and behavior remains a subject of enduring fascination. In this study, we delve into the mysterious interplay between the average views of CGP Grey's YouTube videos and the frequency of Google searches for "sleepwalking." While the former lulls viewers into a state of intellectual stimulation, the latter reflects a subconscious quest for understanding the enigmatic realm of nocturnal wanderings.
Our investigation spans the years 2011 to 2023, leveraging data obtained from the digital domains of YouTube and Google Trends. Through the lenses of statistics and correlation analysis, we have unveiled a remarkable correlation coefficient of 0.8206187 with p < 0.01, hinting at a striking parallel between the consumption of captivating content and the yearning for insights into somnambulism. This correlation suggests a mesmerizing dance between cerebral engagement and somnolent wanderings, a curious intertwining of the intellectually stimulated mind and the subconscious search for nocturnal secrets.
The enthralling attraction of CGP Grey's videos exerts a pull on the consciousness of viewers, transfixed by the elucidation of diverse topics. Concurrently, the rise in Google searches for "sleepwalking" mirrors a collective yearning to unravel the mysteries that unfold beneath the veil of nocturnal slumber, a pursuit driven by an amalgamation of curiosity and subconscious ponderings. These findings not only illuminate the captivating duet between digital content consumption and somnolent intrigue but also underline the potential impact of online engagement on the exploration of the recesses of the human mind.
As we embark on this journey through the labyrinthine corridors of online influence, we invite the reader to join us in unravelling the drowsy dynamics at play and peering into the veritable dreamscape of digital engagement. This study, with its lighthearted observations and serious statistical prowess, strives to shed light on the dreamy reverberations of online content on the subconscious mind and the somnolent search habits of the internet populace, paving the way for further exploration into the ethereal realm of digital influence on nocturnal ponderings.

[[RESULTS]]
The results of our investigation into the relationship between the average views of CGP Grey's YouTube videos and Google searches for "sleepwalking" revealed a substantial correlation coefficient of 0.8206187, suggesting a strong association between these two variables. Additionally, the coefficient of determination (r-squared) of 0.6734150 indicated that approximately 67.34% of the variability in Google searches for "sleepwalking" could be explained by the average views of CGP Grey's YouTube videos.
Furthermore, the statistically significant p-value of less than 0.01 signified a robust level of confidence in the observed correlation, corroborating the compelling link between the consumption of digital content and the online quest to comprehend the enigmatic phenomenon of sleepwalking.
The compelling correlation is visually depicted in Fig. 1, which portrays a scatterplot illustrating the enthralling relationship between the average views of CGP Grey's YouTube videos and Google searches for "sleepwalking." The scatterplot serves as an engaging visual representation of the synchronous ebb and flow between digital content consumption and nocturnal curiosity, encapsulating the essence of our findings in a single compelling image.
These results not only emphasize the intriguing interplay between the captivating digital content and the subconscious yearning for insights into somnambulism but also beckon further exploration into the enigmatic reverberations of online engagement on the nocturnal musings of the internet populace.

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Your response should start like this:

[[CONCLUSION]]



ChatGPT:

[[CONCLUSION]]

In conclusion, our study has illuminated an enthralling correlation between the average views of CGP Grey's YouTube videos and Google searches for "sleepwalking." The substantial correlation coefficient of 0.8206187, coupled with the statistically significant p-value of less than 0.01, signifies a robust association between the consumption of digital content and the curious exploration of nocturnal wanderings. The scatterplot visually captures this captivating relationship, resembling a celestial dance between the intellectual engagement induced by online content and the subconscious quest for insights into somnambulism.

The findings of this study tantalizingly suggest a simultaneous engagement of the active mind with the mysterious meanderings of the somnolent subconscious, creating a whimsical waltz of online intellectualism and nocturnal ponderings. The apparent allure of CGP Grey's videos seems to gently coax the mind into a state of intellectual repose, only for the subconscious to wander into the enigmatic realm of sleepwalking inquiries, much like a clever comedian leading the audience into a punchline without them realizing.

While our research has shed light on the drowsy dynamics at play in the YouTubephere, it also raises further tantalizing questions. Does the popularity of educational content induce a somnolent state in viewers, prompting them to seek nocturnal riddles? Do certain topics discussed in CGP Grey's videos trigger specific somnambulistic interests? These enigmatic questions beckon researchers to delve deeper into the whimsical world of the digital influence on nocturnal musings, although skeptics may argue that we are taking this correlation with too many grains of melatonin.

However, in light of our findings, it can be confidently asserted that no further research in this area is needed, as this study has definitively established the enthralling correlation between the average views of CGP Grey's YouTube videos and Google searches for "sleepwalking," providing a delightful insight into the dreamy reverberations of online content on the subconscious mind and the somnolent search habits of the internet populace.

So, let us bid adieu to this somnambulistic research and turn our attention to more wakeful endeavors, for we have unraveled the captivating connection between online engagement and nocturnal wanderings, leaving researchers and readers in a state of scholarly slumber.


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 Sleepwalking in the YouTubephere: A Cozy Correlation Between CGP Grey's Video Views and Google Searches for Sleepwalking. Respond only with the name of a fictional academic journal.

ChatGPT:

Journal of Internet Phenomena


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 Sleepwalking in the YouTubephere: A Cozy Correlation Between CGP Grey's Video Views and Google Searches for Sleepwalking. Respond only with the name of a fictional organization.

ChatGPT:

The Society for Internet Somnambulism Studies


Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You provide potential search keywords separated by commas. You say nothing else, and you do not chat with the user.
User prompt: Please provide potential search keywords for a paper titled Sleepwalking in the YouTubephere: A Cozy Correlation Between CGP Grey's Video Views and Google Searches for Sleepwalking with an abstract of This study investigates the captivating relationship between the average views of CGP Grey's YouTube videos and the frequency of Google searches for "sleepwalking." Utilizing data from YouTube and Google Trends spanning the years 2011 to 2023, our research team uncovered a striking correlation coefficient of 0.8206187 with p < 0.01, shedding light on the drowsy dynamics at play in the online realm. The findings suggest that as viewers indulged in the captivating content of CGP Grey, there was a parallel increase in curiosity about somnambulism, hinting at a mesmerizing connection between digital consumption patterns and nocturnal wanderings. This study paves the way for further exploration into the dreamy reverberations of online content on the subconscious mind and the somnolent search habits of the internet populace.

ChatGPT:

CGP Grey YouTube videos, Google searches, sleepwalking, correlation, data analysis, online content, digital consumption, subconscious mind, online search habits, YouTube views, Google Trends, drowsiness, somnambulism, internet populace

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Data details

Average views of CGP Grey YouTube videos
Detailed data title: Average views of CGP Grey YouTube videos.
Source: YouTube
Additional Info: Current total views of videos released that year.

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

See what else correlates with Google searches for 'sleepwalking'

Correlation r = 0.8206187 (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 = 0.6734150 (Coefficient of determination)
This means 67.3% of the change in the one variable (i.e., Google searches for 'sleepwalking') is predictable based on the change in the other (i.e., Average views of CGP Grey YouTube videos) over the 13 years from 2011 through 2023.

p < 0.01, which is statistically significant(Null hypothesis significance test)
The p-value is 0.00059. 0.0005876858200610942000000000
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 0.82 in 0.059% of random cases. Said differently, if you correlated 1,702 random variables Which I absolutely did.
with the same 12 degrees of freedom, Degrees of freedom is a measure of how many free components we are testing. In this case it is 12 because we have two variables measured over a period of 13 years. It's just the number of years minus ( the number of variables minus one ), which in this case simplifies to the number of years minus one.
you would randomly expect to find a correlation as strong as this one.

[ 0.49, 0.94 ] 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.
2011201220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Average views of CGP Grey YouTube videos (Average views)66602604741060109922008633560890880096491206436220773333056975205144120299478047345402204130
Google searches for 'sleepwalking' (Rel. search volume)31.833336.2569.583376.7575.557.333353.416745.333340.41673637.7531.833328.3333




Why this works

  1. Data dredging: I have 25,237 variables in my database. I compare all these variables against each other to find ones that randomly match up. That's 636,906,169 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([6660260,4741060,10992200,8633560,8908800,9649120,6436220,7733330,5697520,5144120,2994780,4734540,2204130,])
array_2 = np.array([31.8333,36.25,69.5833,76.75,75.5,57.3333,53.4167,45.3333,40.4167,36,37.75,31.8333,28.3333,])
array_1_name = "Average views of CGP Grey YouTube videos"
array_2_name = "Google searches for 'sleepwalking'"

# 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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