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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 How cool Extra History YouTube video titles are and the second variable is The number of surgens in Kansas.  The chart goes from 2012 to 2018, and the two variables track closely in value over that time. Small Image
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AI explanation

As the Extra History video titles became less cool, there was a noticeable increase in the number of surgeons leaving Kansas. It turns out, the coolness of the video titles was directly linked to the steady hands of the surgeons. The more captivating the history content, the steadier their surgical skills. Without the cool video titles, the surgeons just couldn't keep their cool in the operating room.

Model: dalle-3
Prompt: Prompt: Generate an image in the style of a Discovery magazine cover, depicting the scene of a tense operating room in a Kansas hospital. The surgeons, adorned in scrubs and surgical masks, are gathered around a patient on the table, preparing for a delicate procedure. Meanwhile, in a dimly-lit office, a computer screen displays a series of captivating video titles from Extra History on YouTube, drawing in more and more viewers. As the video titles on the screen lose their coolness, the hands of the surgeons in the operating room begin to tremble. One by one, they struggle to maintain their composure as the captivating nature of the video titles wanes. With each less cool video title, a surgeon leaves the room, unable to steady their hands for the procedure. The connection between the decreasing coolness of the video titles and the increasing number of surgeons departing the operating room becomes apparent, as the steady hands of the surgeons rely on the captivating content to keep their cool during surgeries. 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: How cool Extra History YouTube video titles are and The number of surgens in Kansas. 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 Discovery magazine cover image A TIME magazine cover image Oragami A photo-realistic image A scene from Skyrim
ChatGPT: A Discovery magazine cover image

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 How cool Extra History YouTube video titles are and The number of surgens in Kansas, in the following situation: As the Extra History video titles became less cool, there was a noticeable increase in the number of surgeons leaving Kansas. It turns out, the coolness of the video titles was directly linked to the steady hands of the surgeons. The more captivating the history content, the steadier their surgical skills. Without the cool video titles, the surgeons just couldn't keep their cool in the operating room.. Keep the description simple.
ChatGPT: In the quiet operating room of a Kansas hospital, a group of surgeons adorned in scrubs and surgical masks gathered around a patient on the table. The atmosphere was tense as the surgeons prepared to begin a delicate procedure. At the same time, in a dimly-lit office, a computer screen displayed a series of captivating video titles from Extra History on YouTube, each one drawing in more and more viewers. As the video titles on the screen lost their coolness, the hands of the surgeons in the operating room began to tremble. One by one, they struggled to maintain their composure as the captivating nature of the video titles waned. With each less cool video title, a surgeon would leave the room, unable to steady their hands for the procedure. The connection between the decreasing coolness of the video titles and the increasing number of surgeons departing the operating room became apparent, as the steady hands of the surgeons relied on the captivating content to keep their cool during surgeries.

Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You write and improve image generation prompts for DALLE-3. You maintain the same subjects, but enhance the visuals.
User prompt: Please respond with an image generation prompt that would be likely to create an interesting visual using DALLE-3, using the following style: [ A Discovery magazine cover image ] and depicting this scene: In the quiet operating room of a Kansas hospital, a group of surgeons adorned in scrubs and surgical masks gathered around a patient on the table. The atmosphere was tense as the surgeons prepared to begin a delicate procedure. At the same time, in a dimly-lit office, a computer screen displayed a series of captivating video titles from Extra History on YouTube, each one drawing in more and more viewers. As the video titles on the screen lost their coolness, the hands of the surgeons in the operating room began to tremble. One by one, they struggled to maintain their composure as the captivating nature of the video titles waned. With each less cool video title, a surgeon would leave the room, unable to steady their hands for the procedure. The connection between the decreasing coolness of the video titles and the increasing number of surgeons departing the operating room became apparent, as the steady hands of the surgeons relied on the captivating content to keep their cool during surgeries. Keep the visual depiction simple. Do not include any words or speech bubbles.
ChatGPT: Prompt: Generate an image in the style of a Discovery magazine cover, depicting the scene of a tense operating room in a Kansas hospital. The surgeons, adorned in scrubs and surgical masks, are gathered around a patient on the table, preparing for a delicate procedure. Meanwhile, in a dimly-lit office, a computer screen displays a series of captivating video titles from Extra History on YouTube, drawing in more and more viewers. As the video titles on the screen lose their coolness, the hands of the surgeons in the operating room begin to tremble. One by one, they struggle to maintain their composure as the captivating nature of the video titles wanes. With each less cool video title, a surgeon leaves the room, unable to steady their hands for the procedure. The connection between the decreasing coolness of the video titles and the increasing number of surgeons departing the operating room becomes apparent, as the steady hands of the surgeons rely on the captivating content to keep their cool during surgeries.

*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 How cool Extra History YouTube video titles are caused The number of surgens in Kansas to decrease.

AI academic paper

(Because p < 0.01)
The Sutured Humor: An Unlikely Connection Between Extra History YouTube Video Titles and Surgeon Numbers in Kansas

The Journal of Surgical Satire

Jan 2024

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




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

Please draft the title and abstract of an academic research paper presenting the findings of the connection between How cool Extra History YouTube video titles are and The number of surgens in Kansas. You can't resist a good dad joke. Add a relevant dad joke related to the content every couple of sentences.

Make the title a clever pun.

Your research team used data from AI analysis of YouTube video titles and Bureau of Larbor Statistics to assess this nagging question. You found a correlation coefficient of 0.9358060 and p < 0.01 for 2012 to 2018.

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

[[TITLE]]
Lorem ipsum dolor sit

[[ABSTRACT]]
Lorem ipsum dolor sit



ChatGPT:
[[TITLE]]
The "Sutured Humor: An Unlikely Connection Between Extra History YouTube Video Titles and Surgeon Numbers in Kansas"

[[ABSTRACT]]
This research paper explores the unlikely link between the captivating titles of Extra History YouTube videos and the number of surgeons in the state of Kansas. Leveraging AI analysis of YouTube video titles and data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, we investigated the correlation between these two seemingly unrelated phenomena. Surprisingly, our findings unveiled a correlation coefficient of 0.9358060 and a statistically significant p-value of less than 0.01 for the period spanning 2012 to 2018.

Our results suggest that there may be an unforeseen influence of engaging video titles on the healthcare industry in Kansas. It appears that the draw of historically enriching and entertaining YouTube content may have a peculiar impact on the career choices of individuals, including those pursuing a career in surgery. This unexpected association between digital entertainment and professional trends prompts us to ponder the influence of media and communication on societal dynamics.

Moreover, our study uncovered a significant positive association between the wit and creativity of Extra History video titles and the prevalence of surgeons in Kansas. This correlation may suggest a non-traditional pathway for inspiring and attracting individuals toward medical professions. As we unravel this intriguing correlation, we are reminded of the old wisecrack: "Why did the surgeon go to art school? To improve his cutting-edge skills!"

Our research seeks to open up discussions on the nuances of societal influences and career choices, while also adding a dose of levity to the exploration of statistical relationships.


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

Please make up the introduction section of an academic research paper presenting the findings of the connection between How cool Extra History YouTube video titles are and The number of surgens in Kansas. You can't resist a good dad joke. Add a relevant dad joke related to the content every couple of sentences. Sneak in some jokes and clever puns about science, research, statistics, and the variables.

Here is the title and abstract of the paper:
[[TITLE]]
The "Sutured Humor: An Unlikely Connection Between Extra History YouTube Video Titles and Surgeon Numbers in Kansas"

[[ABSTRACT]]
This research paper explores the unlikely link between the captivating titles of Extra History YouTube videos and the number of surgeons in the state of Kansas. Leveraging AI analysis of YouTube video titles and data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, we investigated the correlation between these two seemingly unrelated phenomena. Surprisingly, our findings unveiled a correlation coefficient of 0.9358060 and a statistically significant p-value of less than 0.01 for the period spanning 2012 to 2018.

Our results suggest that there may be an unforeseen influence of engaging video titles on the healthcare industry in Kansas. It appears that the draw of historically enriching and entertaining YouTube content may have a peculiar impact on the career choices of individuals, including those pursuing a career in surgery. This unexpected association between digital entertainment and professional trends prompts us to ponder the influence of media and communication on societal dynamics.

Moreover, our study uncovered a significant positive association between the wit and creativity of Extra History video titles and the prevalence of surgeons in Kansas. This correlation may suggest a non-traditional pathway for inspiring and attracting individuals toward medical professions. As we unravel this intriguing correlation, we are reminded of the old wisecrack: "Why did the surgeon go to art school? To improve his cutting-edge skills!"

Our research seeks to open up discussions on the nuances of societal influences and career choices, while also adding a dose of levity to the exploration of statistical relationships.

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Your response should start like this:

[[INTRODUCTION]]



ChatGPT:
[[INTRODUCTION]]

The study of social and economic influences on career choices has long been an area of interest for researchers. However, one might not expect the captivating titles of YouTube videos to have a significant impact on the availability of surgeons in a specific region. It is indeed a curious phenomenon, as unexpected as a surgeon showing up at a comedy club: they certainly are skilled at stitching up punchlines. Nevertheless, the statistical and correlational analysis of such unlikely variables can uncover surprising associations, much like discovering a hidden suture in a complex surgical procedure.

As we embark on this journey of statistical exploration, it is crucial to remember that correlation does not imply causation, but it does provide an opportunity for an entertaining correlation, like the connection between Extra History video titles and the number of surgeons in Kansas. This association is as unexpected as a surgeon telling a patient to "take two historical videos and call me in the morning." Nonetheless, statistical findings often lead us to unexpected places, much like a surgeon navigating through unanticipated layers of tissue during a surgery.

The rise of engaging and educational content on digital platforms such as YouTube has undoubtedly transformed the landscape of media consumption. It has sparked an unforeseen revolution in knowledge dissemination and entertainment, much like a groundbreaking surgical technique revolutionizing the field of medicine. In this light, it is fascinating to ponder how the wit and creativity of Extra History video titles may have an impact on career choices, much like the precision and finesse of a surgeon's incisions influencing patient outcomes. Thus, this exploration seeks to unveil the underlying statistical humor, akin to finding a cleverly hidden dad joke in the midst of a serious academic discussion.


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

Please make up a literature review section of an academic research paper presenting the findings of the connection between How cool Extra History YouTube video titles are and The number of surgens in Kansas. You can't resist a good dad joke. Add a relevant dad joke related to the content every couple of sentences.

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

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

Start by naming serious-sounding studies by authors like Smith, Doe, and Jones - but then quickly devolve. Name some real non-fiction books that would be related to the topic. Then name some real fiction books that sound like they could be related. Then cite some social media posts you read that seem to be related.

Here is the title and abstract of the paper:
[[TITLE]]
The "Sutured Humor: An Unlikely Connection Between Extra History YouTube Video Titles and Surgeon Numbers in Kansas"

[[ABSTRACT]]
This research paper explores the unlikely link between the captivating titles of Extra History YouTube videos and the number of surgeons in the state of Kansas. Leveraging AI analysis of YouTube video titles and data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, we investigated the correlation between these two seemingly unrelated phenomena. Surprisingly, our findings unveiled a correlation coefficient of 0.9358060 and a statistically significant p-value of less than 0.01 for the period spanning 2012 to 2018.

Our results suggest that there may be an unforeseen influence of engaging video titles on the healthcare industry in Kansas. It appears that the draw of historically enriching and entertaining YouTube content may have a peculiar impact on the career choices of individuals, including those pursuing a career in surgery. This unexpected association between digital entertainment and professional trends prompts us to ponder the influence of media and communication on societal dynamics.

Moreover, our study uncovered a significant positive association between the wit and creativity of Extra History video titles and the prevalence of surgeons in Kansas. This correlation may suggest a non-traditional pathway for inspiring and attracting individuals toward medical professions. As we unravel this intriguing correlation, we are reminded of the old wisecrack: "Why did the surgeon go to art school? To improve his cutting-edge skills!"

Our research seeks to open up discussions on the nuances of societal influences and career choices, while also adding a dose of levity to the exploration of statistical relationships.

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And here is the introduction section that led to this literature review:
[[INTRODUCTION]]
The study of social and economic influences on career choices has long been an area of interest for researchers. However, one might not expect the captivating titles of YouTube videos to have a significant impact on the availability of surgeons in a specific region. It is indeed a curious phenomenon, as unexpected as a surgeon showing up at a comedy club: they certainly are skilled at stitching up punchlines. Nevertheless, the statistical and correlational analysis of such unlikely variables can uncover surprising associations, much like discovering a hidden suture in a complex surgical procedure.
As we embark on this journey of statistical exploration, it is crucial to remember that correlation does not imply causation, but it does provide an opportunity for an entertaining correlation, like the connection between Extra History video titles and the number of surgeons in Kansas. This association is as unexpected as a surgeon telling a patient to "take two historical videos and call me in the morning." Nonetheless, statistical findings often lead us to unexpected places, much like a surgeon navigating through unanticipated layers of tissue during a surgery.
The rise of engaging and educational content on digital platforms such as YouTube has undoubtedly transformed the landscape of media consumption. It has sparked an unforeseen revolution in knowledge dissemination and entertainment, much like a groundbreaking surgical technique revolutionizing the field of medicine. In this light, it is fascinating to ponder how the wit and creativity of Extra History video titles may have an impact on career choices, much like the precision and finesse of a surgeon's incisions influencing patient outcomes. Thus, this exploration seeks to unveil the underlying statistical humor, akin to finding a cleverly hidden dad joke in the midst of a serious academic discussion.

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Your response should start like this:

[[LITERATURE REVIEW]]



ChatGPT:
[[LITERATURE REVIEW]]

In "Smith et al.," the authors find that the captivating titles of Extra History YouTube videos have a statistically significant impact on the number of surgeons in Kansas. This unexpected correlation prompts us to consider the influence of digital media on career choices, much like a surgeon's precision influences patient outcomes. Speaking of precision, I once went to a surgeon who listened to 90s hip-hop during surgeries. He said it helped him find that perfect rhythm.

Doe's research delves into the transformative impact of engaging digital content on societal dynamics, including career aspirations. The wit and creativity of the Extra History video titles appear to have an unforeseen influence on the prevalence of surgeons in Kansas, reminiscent of a surgeon crafting a well-delivered punchline. After all, a good surgeon has a heart of gold and hands that never shake.

Jones' study illuminates the nuanced relationship between entertainment media and professional trends, unraveling the unexpected correlation between YouTube video titles and healthcare career choices. It's as unexpected as a surgeon moonlighting as a stand-up comedian. As the old joke goes, why did the surgeon go to art school? To improve his cutting-edge skills!

Further exploration into this peculiar correlation brings to mind non-fiction books such as "Outliers" by Malcolm Gladwell and "Freakonomics" by Steven D. Levitt and Stephen J. Dubner. These works delve into unexpected relationships and hidden influences, much like the connection we have uncovered. In a surprising twist, there may even be parallels with fiction novels like "The House of God" by Samuel Shem and "The Andromeda Strain" by Michael Crichton, considering the unexpected intersections between seemingly unrelated phenomena.

Moreover, social media posts have provided anecdotal evidence of individuals expressing a newfound interest in surgery after being drawn to historically enriching and entertaining Extra History video titles. One user humorously mentioned, "I never thought I'd develop a sudden interest in surgery, but then I saw a video titled 'Doctor Dreadful and the Riddle of the Black Death' – now I'm considering medical school. Thanks, Extra History!"

These unexpected findings not only shed light on the influence of media on career choices but also add a delightful twist to the exploration of statistical relationships, much like stumbling upon a well-crafted dad joke in the midst of a serious academic discussion. Just like a good dad joke, this correlation adds a touch of levity to our research, so we aim to suture together the statistical humor and the serious implications of our findings.


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

Please make up the methodology section of an academic research paper presenting the findings of the connection between How cool Extra History YouTube video titles are and The number of surgens in Kansas. You can't resist a good dad joke. Add a relevant dad joke related to the content every couple of sentences. Sneak in some jokes and clever puns about science, research, statistics, and the variables.

Your research team collected data from all across the internet, but mostly just used information from AI analysis of YouTube video titles and Bureau of Larbor Statistics . You used data from 2012 to 2018

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

Here is the title, abstract, and introduction of the paper:
[[TITLE]]
The "Sutured Humor: An Unlikely Connection Between Extra History YouTube Video Titles and Surgeon Numbers in Kansas"

[[ABSTRACT]]
This research paper explores the unlikely link between the captivating titles of Extra History YouTube videos and the number of surgeons in the state of Kansas. Leveraging AI analysis of YouTube video titles and data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, we investigated the correlation between these two seemingly unrelated phenomena. Surprisingly, our findings unveiled a correlation coefficient of 0.9358060 and a statistically significant p-value of less than 0.01 for the period spanning 2012 to 2018.

Our results suggest that there may be an unforeseen influence of engaging video titles on the healthcare industry in Kansas. It appears that the draw of historically enriching and entertaining YouTube content may have a peculiar impact on the career choices of individuals, including those pursuing a career in surgery. This unexpected association between digital entertainment and professional trends prompts us to ponder the influence of media and communication on societal dynamics.

Moreover, our study uncovered a significant positive association between the wit and creativity of Extra History video titles and the prevalence of surgeons in Kansas. This correlation may suggest a non-traditional pathway for inspiring and attracting individuals toward medical professions. As we unravel this intriguing correlation, we are reminded of the old wisecrack: "Why did the surgeon go to art school? To improve his cutting-edge skills!"

Our research seeks to open up discussions on the nuances of societal influences and career choices, while also adding a dose of levity to the exploration of statistical relationships.

[[INTRODUCTION]]
The study of social and economic influences on career choices has long been an area of interest for researchers. However, one might not expect the captivating titles of YouTube videos to have a significant impact on the availability of surgeons in a specific region. It is indeed a curious phenomenon, as unexpected as a surgeon showing up at a comedy club: they certainly are skilled at stitching up punchlines. Nevertheless, the statistical and correlational analysis of such unlikely variables can uncover surprising associations, much like discovering a hidden suture in a complex surgical procedure.
As we embark on this journey of statistical exploration, it is crucial to remember that correlation does not imply causation, but it does provide an opportunity for an entertaining correlation, like the connection between Extra History video titles and the number of surgeons in Kansas. This association is as unexpected as a surgeon telling a patient to "take two historical videos and call me in the morning." Nonetheless, statistical findings often lead us to unexpected places, much like a surgeon navigating through unanticipated layers of tissue during a surgery.
The rise of engaging and educational content on digital platforms such as YouTube has undoubtedly transformed the landscape of media consumption. It has sparked an unforeseen revolution in knowledge dissemination and entertainment, much like a groundbreaking surgical technique revolutionizing the field of medicine. In this light, it is fascinating to ponder how the wit and creativity of Extra History video titles may have an impact on career choices, much like the precision and finesse of a surgeon's incisions influencing patient outcomes. Thus, this exploration seeks to unveil the underlying statistical humor, akin to finding a cleverly hidden dad joke in the midst of a serious academic discussion.

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Your response should start like this:

[[METHODOLOGY]]



ChatGPT:

[[METHODOLOGY]]

To investigate the unforeseen relationship between the captivating titles of Extra History YouTube videos and the number of surgeons in Kansas, our research team employed a multidimensional approach that blended quantitative analysis with a hint of algorithmic charisma. As we delved into this enthralling pursuit of knowledge, we took inspiration from the classic dad joke: "Why don't surgeons play hide and seek? Because good ones are always outstanding in their field!"

The first step in our methodological journey involved harnessing the power of artificial intelligence (AI) to analyze and quantify the levels of captivating creativity encapsulated within the titles of Extra History video content. Our team developed a bespoke algorithm, affectionately named "Punny Predictor 3000," to parse through the extensive corpus of video titles from the Extra History YouTube channel. This algorithm not only quantified the level of captivating creativity but also gauged the historical allure of each title, reminiscent of a meticulous surgeon assessing the complexity of a surgical procedure.

Simultaneously, we accessed data on the number of surgeons in the state of Kansas from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, delving into the statistical trenches to extract the pertinent information. Our investigation encompassed the years 2012 to 2018, capturing a comprehensive snapshot of the dynamic interplay between digital entertainment and professional dynamics, not unlike the intricate interplay between tissues and instruments in a surgical theater.

In order to establish the statistical significance of the relationship between Extra History video title creativity and the prevalence of surgeons in Kansas, we employed a series of elegant statistical analyses. Utilizing correlation coefficients and regression models, we sought to untangle the web of connections and associations between these seemingly disparate variables. This analytical process was as precise and calculated as a well-executed surgical procedure, aiming to uncover the statistical humor intertwined within the fabric of our findings.

Furthermore, we performed a time series analysis to explore the temporal evolution of the observed relationship, resembling a skilled surgeon's meticulous attention to the progression of a patient's recovery. This in-depth temporal analysis revealed intriguing patterns and fluctuations, akin to the subtle nuances of a surgical procedure unfolding over time.

In the spirit of academic rigor and statistical robustness, we also conducted sensitivity analyses and cross-validated our findings using robust statistical techniques, ensuring that our results were as sound and reliable as the steady hands of a seasoned surgeon.

Throughout this methodological odyssey, we embraced the unexpected juxtaposition of humor and scientific inquiry, much like stumbling upon a witty dad joke in the midst of a serious academic discourse. Our approach seamlessly blended scientific rigor with a dash of lightheartedness, exemplifying the harmonious coexistence of statistical exploration and jovial intellectual curiosity.

In summary, our methodology combined AI analysis of YouTube video titles, statistical exploration of surgeon numbers, and a touch of statistical humor to uncover the captivating correlation between Extra History video titles and the prevalence of surgeons in Kansas. This methodological journey was as exhilarating and illuminating as discovering an unexpected punchline in the midst of a thought-provoking statistical study.


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

Please make up the results section of an academic research paper presenting the findings of the connection between How cool Extra History YouTube video titles are and The number of surgens in Kansas. You can't resist a good dad joke. Add a relevant dad joke related to the content every couple of sentences. Sneak in some jokes and clever puns about science, research, statistics, and the variables.

Your research team collected data from all across the internet, but mostly just used information from AI analysis of YouTube video titles and Bureau of Larbor Statistics .

For the time period 2012 to 2018, you found a correlation 0.9358060, r-squared of 0.8757328, and p < 0.01.

One figure will be included. The figure (Fig. 1) is a scatterplot showing the strong correlation between the two variables. You don't need to specify where; I will add the figure.

Here is the title and abstract of the paper:
[[TITLE]]
The "Sutured Humor: An Unlikely Connection Between Extra History YouTube Video Titles and Surgeon Numbers in Kansas"

[[ABSTRACT]]
This research paper explores the unlikely link between the captivating titles of Extra History YouTube videos and the number of surgeons in the state of Kansas. Leveraging AI analysis of YouTube video titles and data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, we investigated the correlation between these two seemingly unrelated phenomena. Surprisingly, our findings unveiled a correlation coefficient of 0.9358060 and a statistically significant p-value of less than 0.01 for the period spanning 2012 to 2018.

Our results suggest that there may be an unforeseen influence of engaging video titles on the healthcare industry in Kansas. It appears that the draw of historically enriching and entertaining YouTube content may have a peculiar impact on the career choices of individuals, including those pursuing a career in surgery. This unexpected association between digital entertainment and professional trends prompts us to ponder the influence of media and communication on societal dynamics.

Moreover, our study uncovered a significant positive association between the wit and creativity of Extra History video titles and the prevalence of surgeons in Kansas. This correlation may suggest a non-traditional pathway for inspiring and attracting individuals toward medical professions. As we unravel this intriguing correlation, we are reminded of the old wisecrack: "Why did the surgeon go to art school? To improve his cutting-edge skills!"

Our research seeks to open up discussions on the nuances of societal influences and career choices, while also adding a dose of levity to the exploration of statistical relationships.

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And here is the methodology section that led to this result:
[[METHODOLOGY]]
The study of social and economic influences on career choices has long been an area of interest for researchers. However, one might not expect the captivating titles of YouTube videos to have a significant impact on the availability of surgeons in a specific region. It is indeed a curious phenomenon, as unexpected as a surgeon showing up at a comedy club: they certainly are skilled at stitching up punchlines. Nevertheless, the statistical and correlational analysis of such unlikely variables can uncover surprising associations, much like discovering a hidden suture in a complex surgical procedure.
As we embark on this journey of statistical exploration, it is crucial to remember that correlation does not imply causation, but it does provide an opportunity for an entertaining correlation, like the connection between Extra History video titles and the number of surgeons in Kansas. This association is as unexpected as a surgeon telling a patient to "take two historical videos and call me in the morning." Nonetheless, statistical findings often lead us to unexpected places, much like a surgeon navigating through unanticipated layers of tissue during a surgery.
The rise of engaging and educational content on digital platforms such as YouTube has undoubtedly transformed the landscape of media consumption. It has sparked an unforeseen revolution in knowledge dissemination and entertainment, much like a groundbreaking surgical technique revolutionizing the field of medicine. In this light, it is fascinating to ponder how the wit and creativity of Extra History video titles may have an impact on career choices, much like the precision and finesse of a surgeon's incisions influencing patient outcomes. Thus, this exploration seeks to unveil the underlying statistical humor, akin to finding a cleverly hidden dad joke in the midst of a serious academic discussion.

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Your response should start like this:

[[RESULTS]]



ChatGPT:

[[RESULTS]]

The analysis of the data revealed a remarkably high correlation coefficient of 0.9358060 between the captivating titles of Extra History YouTube videos and the number of surgeons in Kansas. This strong correlation suggests that there may be a surprising connection between historically rich digital content and the career choices of individuals in the medical field. It's as if the engaging titles act as a surgeon's sutures, stitching together the allure of history and the pursuit of surgical professions.

The r-squared value of 0.8757328 further emphasizes the robustness of the relationship between these two seemingly unrelated variables. This finding indicates that a substantial proportion of the variation in surgeon numbers in Kansas can be explained by the variation in the coolness of Extra History video titles. It's almost as if the wittiness and creativity of the video titles serve as an anesthetic, numbing any reluctance to pursue a career in surgery.

Moreover, the statistically significant p-value of less than 0.01 provides compelling evidence in favor of the correlation observed in the data. This level of significance reinforces the confidence in the association between the entertainment value of the video titles and the availability of surgeons in Kansas. It's like the statistical test is saying, "You can trust me, I'm statistically significant, unlike a surgeon-turned-comedian struggling to suture a punchline."

The scatterplot (Fig. 1) visually depicts the strong correlation between the two variables, illustrating how the captivating nature of Extra History video titles aligns with the prevalence of surgeons in Kansas. It's akin to a well-executed surgical procedure – precise, compelling, and leaving a lasting impression.

In conclusion, the unexpected and substantial correlation between the coolness of Extra History video titles and the number of surgeons in Kansas presents an intriguing avenue for future exploration and contemplation. It provokes consideration of the influence of engaging digital content on professional choices, while also injecting a healthy dose of humor and levity into the realm of statistical analysis. It's as if the statistical gods are saying, "Let's stitch together these unexpected findings and enjoy the puns along the way!"


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

Please make up the discussion section of an academic research paper presenting the findings of the connection between How cool Extra History YouTube video titles are and The number of surgens in Kansas. You can't resist a good dad joke. Add a relevant dad joke related to the content every couple of sentences. Sneak in some jokes and clever puns about science, research, statistics, and the variables.

Limit your response to 500 tokens.

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

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

[[TITLE]]
The "Sutured Humor: An Unlikely Connection Between Extra History YouTube Video Titles and Surgeon Numbers in Kansas"

[[ABSTRACT]]
This research paper explores the unlikely link between the captivating titles of Extra History YouTube videos and the number of surgeons in the state of Kansas. Leveraging AI analysis of YouTube video titles and data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, we investigated the correlation between these two seemingly unrelated phenomena. Surprisingly, our findings unveiled a correlation coefficient of 0.9358060 and a statistically significant p-value of less than 0.01 for the period spanning 2012 to 2018.

Our results suggest that there may be an unforeseen influence of engaging video titles on the healthcare industry in Kansas. It appears that the draw of historically enriching and entertaining YouTube content may have a peculiar impact on the career choices of individuals, including those pursuing a career in surgery. This unexpected association between digital entertainment and professional trends prompts us to ponder the influence of media and communication on societal dynamics.

Moreover, our study uncovered a significant positive association between the wit and creativity of Extra History video titles and the prevalence of surgeons in Kansas. This correlation may suggest a non-traditional pathway for inspiring and attracting individuals toward medical professions. As we unravel this intriguing correlation, we are reminded of the old wisecrack: "Why did the surgeon go to art school? To improve his cutting-edge skills!"

Our research seeks to open up discussions on the nuances of societal influences and career choices, while also adding a dose of levity to the exploration of statistical relationships.

[[LITERATURE REVIEW]]
In "Smith et al.," the authors find that the captivating titles of Extra History YouTube videos have a statistically significant impact on the number of surgeons in Kansas. This unexpected correlation prompts us to consider the influence of digital media on career choices, much like a surgeon's precision influences patient outcomes. Speaking of precision, I once went to a surgeon who listened to 90s hip-hop during surgeries. He said it helped him find that perfect rhythm.
Doe's research delves into the transformative impact of engaging digital content on societal dynamics, including career aspirations. The wit and creativity of the Extra History video titles appear to have an unforeseen influence on the prevalence of surgeons in Kansas, reminiscent of a surgeon crafting a well-delivered punchline. After all, a good surgeon has a heart of gold and hands that never shake.
Jones' study illuminates the nuanced relationship between entertainment media and professional trends, unraveling the unexpected correlation between YouTube video titles and healthcare career choices. It's as unexpected as a surgeon moonlighting as a stand-up comedian. As the old joke goes, why did the surgeon go to art school? To improve his cutting-edge skills!
Further exploration into this peculiar correlation brings to mind non-fiction books such as "Outliers" by Malcolm Gladwell and "Freakonomics" by Steven D. Levitt and Stephen J. Dubner. These works delve into unexpected relationships and hidden influences, much like the connection we have uncovered. In a surprising twist, there may even be parallels with fiction novels like "The House of God" by Samuel Shem and "The Andromeda Strain" by Michael Crichton, considering the unexpected intersections between seemingly unrelated phenomena.
Moreover, social media posts have provided anecdotal evidence of individuals expressing a newfound interest in surgery after being drawn to historically enriching and entertaining Extra History video titles. One user humorously mentioned, "I never thought I'd develop a sudden interest in surgery, but then I saw a video titled 'Doctor Dreadful and the Riddle of the Black Death' – now I'm considering medical school. Thanks, Extra History!"
These unexpected findings not only shed light on the influence of media on career choices but also add a delightful twist to the exploration of statistical relationships, much like stumbling upon a well-crafted dad joke in the midst of a serious academic discussion. Just like a good dad joke, this correlation adds a touch of levity to our research, so we aim to suture together the statistical humor and the serious implications of our findings.

[[RESULTS]]
The analysis of the data revealed a remarkably high correlation coefficient of 0.9358060 between the captivating titles of Extra History YouTube videos and the number of surgeons in Kansas. This strong correlation suggests that there may be a surprising connection between historically rich digital content and the career choices of individuals in the medical field. It's as if the engaging titles act as a surgeon's sutures, stitching together the allure of history and the pursuit of surgical professions.
The r-squared value of 0.8757328 further emphasizes the robustness of the relationship between these two seemingly unrelated variables. This finding indicates that a substantial proportion of the variation in surgeon numbers in Kansas can be explained by the variation in the coolness of Extra History video titles. It's almost as if the wittiness and creativity of the video titles serve as an anesthetic, numbing any reluctance to pursue a career in surgery.
Moreover, the statistically significant p-value of less than 0.01 provides compelling evidence in favor of the correlation observed in the data. This level of significance reinforces the confidence in the association between the entertainment value of the video titles and the availability of surgeons in Kansas. It's like the statistical test is saying, "You can trust me, I'm statistically significant, unlike a surgeon-turned-comedian struggling to suture a punchline."
The scatterplot (Fig. 1) visually depicts the strong correlation between the two variables, illustrating how the captivating nature of Extra History video titles aligns with the prevalence of surgeons in Kansas. It's akin to a well-executed surgical procedure – precise, compelling, and leaving a lasting impression.
In conclusion, the unexpected and substantial correlation between the coolness of Extra History video titles and the number of surgeons in Kansas presents an intriguing avenue for future exploration and contemplation. It provokes consideration of the influence of engaging digital content on professional choices, while also injecting a healthy dose of humor and levity into the realm of statistical analysis. It's as if the statistical gods are saying, "Let's stitch together these unexpected findings and enjoy the puns along the way!"

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[[DISCUSSION]]



ChatGPT:

[[DISCUSSION]]
The correlation between the captivating titles of Extra History YouTube videos and the number of surgeons in Kansas has certainly provided us with a rich tapestry of unexpected findings. It appears that the allure of engaging historical content may indeed wield a peculiar influence on the career choices of individuals, particularly in the medical field. The statistically significant relationship we uncovered paves the way for contemplation of the broader impact of digital entertainment on professional trends. It's almost as if the wit and creativity of the video titles act as a surgical instrument, deftly shaping and molding the career paths of aspiring medical professionals.

Our findings align with prior research by Smith et al., supporting the notion that the captivating nature of Extra History video titles is intricately linked to the prevalence of surgeons in Kansas. This unexpected correlation echoes the precision and skill required in surgical procedures, much like a witty pun requires finesse to deliver. Speaking of which, why did the surgeon become a gardener? He wanted to improve his bedside manner!

The robust correlation coefficient and r-squared value underscore the strength and solidity of the relationship between these seemingly disparate variables. It's as if the statistical analysis is saying, "This correlation is no joke, unlike a surgeon attempting stand-up comedy without proper preparation." The compelling evidence provided by the statistically significant p-value further bolsters our confidence in this unexpected association, akin to a surgeon's steady hand during a delicate operation.

Our study contributes to the growing body of literature that delves into the unexpected influence of digital media on professional choices, adding a dash of statistical humor to the exploration. It's as if the statistical gods are saying, "Let's suture together these unexpected findings and enjoy the puns along the way!" This correlation provides a welcome touch of levity in the realm of empirical inquiry, akin to stumbling upon a well-crafted dad joke in the midst of a serious academic discussion.

In conclusion, the connection between the coolness of Extra History video titles and the number of surgeons in Kansas prompts us to ponder the broader implications of digital media on professional trends, while also injecting a healthy dose of humor into the realm of statistical analysis. As we continue to untangle the threads of this unexpected correlation, it's clear that the unexpected can often yield the most fruitful discoveries, much like a surgeon finding unexpected humor in the operating room.


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

Please make up a short conclusion of an academic research paper presenting the findings of the connection between How cool Extra History YouTube video titles are and The number of surgens in Kansas. You can't resist a good dad joke. Add a relevant dad joke related to the content every couple of sentences. Sneak in some jokes and clever puns about science, research, statistics, and the variables.

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

Here are the title, abstract, introduction, and results sections.
[[TITLE]]
The "Sutured Humor: An Unlikely Connection Between Extra History YouTube Video Titles and Surgeon Numbers in Kansas"

[[ABSTRACT]]
This research paper explores the unlikely link between the captivating titles of Extra History YouTube videos and the number of surgeons in the state of Kansas. Leveraging AI analysis of YouTube video titles and data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, we investigated the correlation between these two seemingly unrelated phenomena. Surprisingly, our findings unveiled a correlation coefficient of 0.9358060 and a statistically significant p-value of less than 0.01 for the period spanning 2012 to 2018.

Our results suggest that there may be an unforeseen influence of engaging video titles on the healthcare industry in Kansas. It appears that the draw of historically enriching and entertaining YouTube content may have a peculiar impact on the career choices of individuals, including those pursuing a career in surgery. This unexpected association between digital entertainment and professional trends prompts us to ponder the influence of media and communication on societal dynamics.

Moreover, our study uncovered a significant positive association between the wit and creativity of Extra History video titles and the prevalence of surgeons in Kansas. This correlation may suggest a non-traditional pathway for inspiring and attracting individuals toward medical professions. As we unravel this intriguing correlation, we are reminded of the old wisecrack: "Why did the surgeon go to art school? To improve his cutting-edge skills!"

Our research seeks to open up discussions on the nuances of societal influences and career choices, while also adding a dose of levity to the exploration of statistical relationships.

[[INTRDUCTION]]
The study of social and economic influences on career choices has long been an area of interest for researchers. However, one might not expect the captivating titles of YouTube videos to have a significant impact on the availability of surgeons in a specific region. It is indeed a curious phenomenon, as unexpected as a surgeon showing up at a comedy club: they certainly are skilled at stitching up punchlines. Nevertheless, the statistical and correlational analysis of such unlikely variables can uncover surprising associations, much like discovering a hidden suture in a complex surgical procedure.
As we embark on this journey of statistical exploration, it is crucial to remember that correlation does not imply causation, but it does provide an opportunity for an entertaining correlation, like the connection between Extra History video titles and the number of surgeons in Kansas. This association is as unexpected as a surgeon telling a patient to "take two historical videos and call me in the morning." Nonetheless, statistical findings often lead us to unexpected places, much like a surgeon navigating through unanticipated layers of tissue during a surgery.
The rise of engaging and educational content on digital platforms such as YouTube has undoubtedly transformed the landscape of media consumption. It has sparked an unforeseen revolution in knowledge dissemination and entertainment, much like a groundbreaking surgical technique revolutionizing the field of medicine. In this light, it is fascinating to ponder how the wit and creativity of Extra History video titles may have an impact on career choices, much like the precision and finesse of a surgeon's incisions influencing patient outcomes. Thus, this exploration seeks to unveil the underlying statistical humor, akin to finding a cleverly hidden dad joke in the midst of a serious academic discussion.

[[RESULTS]]
The analysis of the data revealed a remarkably high correlation coefficient of 0.9358060 between the captivating titles of Extra History YouTube videos and the number of surgeons in Kansas. This strong correlation suggests that there may be a surprising connection between historically rich digital content and the career choices of individuals in the medical field. It's as if the engaging titles act as a surgeon's sutures, stitching together the allure of history and the pursuit of surgical professions.
The r-squared value of 0.8757328 further emphasizes the robustness of the relationship between these two seemingly unrelated variables. This finding indicates that a substantial proportion of the variation in surgeon numbers in Kansas can be explained by the variation in the coolness of Extra History video titles. It's almost as if the wittiness and creativity of the video titles serve as an anesthetic, numbing any reluctance to pursue a career in surgery.
Moreover, the statistically significant p-value of less than 0.01 provides compelling evidence in favor of the correlation observed in the data. This level of significance reinforces the confidence in the association between the entertainment value of the video titles and the availability of surgeons in Kansas. It's like the statistical test is saying, "You can trust me, I'm statistically significant, unlike a surgeon-turned-comedian struggling to suture a punchline."
The scatterplot (Fig. 1) visually depicts the strong correlation between the two variables, illustrating how the captivating nature of Extra History video titles aligns with the prevalence of surgeons in Kansas. It's akin to a well-executed surgical procedure – precise, compelling, and leaving a lasting impression.
In conclusion, the unexpected and substantial correlation between the coolness of Extra History video titles and the number of surgeons in Kansas presents an intriguing avenue for future exploration and contemplation. It provokes consideration of the influence of engaging digital content on professional choices, while also injecting a healthy dose of humor and levity into the realm of statistical analysis. It's as if the statistical gods are saying, "Let's stitch together these unexpected findings and enjoy the puns along the way!"

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Your response should start like this:

[[CONCLUSION]]



ChatGPT:

[[CONCLUSION]]

In closing, the findings of this study illuminate a noteworthy correlation between the enthralling titles of Extra History YouTube videos and the abundance of surgeons in Kansas. The substantial correlation coefficient and r-squared value suggest a compelling relationship that rivals the precision of a well-executed surgical procedure - quite a statistically significant finding, to say the least. It's as if the captivating video titles serve as a suture, seamlessly stitching together historical intrigue and medical career choices.

This unexpected association tickles the funny bone of statistical analysis, much like a surgeon's subtle, yet effective, sense of humor in the operating room. It reminds us of the importance of considering unlikely variables in societal dynamics, just as a surgeon considers unanticipated layers of tissue during a procedure.

It seems that the allure of historically enriching and entertaining content on YouTube may indeed have an unanticipated influence on professional trends, akin to the surprising effect of a well-timed dad joke during a serious conversation. As the data suggests, the impact of engaging digital content on career choices is not to be underestimated – it's almost as if a good statistical correlation is as rare as a surgeon making a great joke in the operating room.

In summary, this study highlights the unforeseen influence of captivating video titles on the healthcare industry in Kansas. Our findings offer a unique perspective that transcends traditional pathways for inspiring and attracting individuals toward medical professions. It's as if this statistical exploration has uncovered a hidden gem of humor within the realm of research – much like discovering a cleverly concealed dad joke in a serious academic discussion.

Ultimately, it can be asserted that no further research is needed in this area. The correlation between the coolness of Extra History video titles and the number of surgeons in Kansas has been well-stitched – and there's no need to probe further. It's as if this research has sutured the connection between amusing video titles and surgical pursuits, leaving us with a statistical punchline that doesn't need a setup.


Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You provide fictional names of academic journals. You say nothing else, and you do not chat with the user.
User prompt: Please provide the name of a funny but plausible sounding research, scientific, or academic journal that would publish a paper entited The Sutured Humor: An Unlikely Connection Between Extra History YouTube Video Titles and Surgeon Numbers in Kansas. Respond only with the name of a fictional academic journal.

ChatGPT:

The Journal of Surgical Satire


Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You provide fictional names of nonprofit research organizations and associations. You say nothing else, and you do not chat with the user.
User prompt: Please provide the name of a funny but plausible sounding nonprofit, academic, or scientific association or organization that would sponsor research that resulted in a paper entited The Sutured Humor: An Unlikely Connection Between Extra History YouTube Video Titles and Surgeon Numbers in Kansas. Respond only with the name of a fictional organization.

ChatGPT:

The Society for Comedic Historical Research


Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You provide potential search keywords separated by commas. You say nothing else, and you do not chat with the user.
User prompt: Please provide potential search keywords for a paper titled The Sutured Humor: An Unlikely Connection Between Extra History YouTube Video Titles and Surgeon Numbers in Kansas with an abstract of This research paper explores the unlikely link between the captivating titles of Extra History YouTube videos and the number of surgeons in the state of Kansas. Leveraging AI analysis of YouTube video titles and data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, we investigated the correlation between these two seemingly unrelated phenomena. Surprisingly, our findings unveiled a correlation coefficient of 0.9358060 and a statistically significant p-value of less than 0.01 for the period spanning 2012 to 2018.
Our results suggest that there may be an unforeseen influence of engaging video titles on the healthcare industry in Kansas. It appears that the draw of historically enriching and entertaining YouTube content may have a peculiar impact on the career choices of individuals, including those pursuing a career in surgery. This unexpected association between digital entertainment and professional trends prompts us to ponder the influence of media and communication on societal dynamics.
Moreover, our study uncovered a significant positive association between the wit and creativity of Extra History video titles and the prevalence of surgeons in Kansas. This correlation may suggest a non-traditional pathway for inspiring and attracting individuals toward medical professions. As we unravel this intriguing correlation, we are reminded of the old wisecrack: "Why did the surgeon go to art school? To improve his cutting-edge skills!"
Our research seeks to open up discussions on the nuances of societal influences and career choices, while also adding a dose of levity to the exploration of statistical relationships.

ChatGPT:

Extra History YouTube, video titles, surgeon numbers, Kansas, correlation coefficient, Bureau of Labor Statistics, AI analysis, healthcare industry, digital entertainment, career choices, professional trends, media influence, societal dynamics, wit, creativity, attracting individuals, medical professions, societal influences, career choices, statistical relationships, humor, art school, cutting-edge skills

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Data details

How cool Extra History YouTube video titles are
Detailed data title: How cool Extra History YouTube video titles are, as rated by an AI.
Source: AI analysis of YouTube video titles
Additional Info: I asked a large language model, 'On a scale of 1-10, how _______ do you think this YouTube video title is?' for every video.

See what else correlates with How cool Extra History YouTube video titles are

The number of surgens in Kansas
Detailed data title: BLS estimate of surgeons in Kansas
Source: Bureau of Larbor Statistics
See what else correlates with The number of surgens in Kansas

Correlation r = 0.9358060 (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 = 0.8757328 (Coefficient of determination)
This means 87.6% of the change in the one variable (i.e., The number of surgens in Kansas) is predictable based on the change in the other (i.e., How cool Extra History YouTube video titles are) over the 7 years from 2012 through 2018.

p < 0.01, which is statistically significant(Null hypothesis significance test)
The p-value is 0.0019. 0.0019368203634277138000000000
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 0.94 in 0.19% of random cases. Said differently, if you correlated 516 random variables Which I absolutely did.
with the same 6 degrees of freedom, Degrees of freedom is a measure of how many free components we are testing. In this case it is 6 because we have two variables measured over a period of 7 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.

[ 0.62, 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.
2012201320142015201620172018
How cool Extra History YouTube video titles are (Coolness score (out of 10))7.30897.27787.05567.19857.05476.99186.9634
The number of surgens in Kansas (Surgeons)510360280390210210170




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.
  5. Y-axis doesn't start at zero: I truncated the Y-axes of the graph above. I also used a line graph, which makes the visual connection stand out more than it deserves. Nothing against line graphs. They are great at telling a story when you have linear data! But visually it is deceptive because the only data is at the points on the graph, not the lines on the graph. In between each point, the data could have been doing anything. Like going for a random walk by itself!
    Mathematically what I showed is true, but it is intentionally misleading. Below is the same chart but with both Y-axes starting at zero.




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([7.3089,7.2778,7.0556,7.1985,7.0547,6.9918,6.9634,])
array_2 = np.array([510,360,280,390,210,210,170,])
array_1_name = "How cool Extra History YouTube video titles are"
array_2_name = "The number of surgens in Kansas"

# 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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