The Journal of Impromptu Energy Analysis (2024) 62, 51-68

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Watt's Up, Matt? The Electrifying Connection Between
Matt Levine's Wednesday Bloomberg Articles andNuclear Power Generation in France
Caleb Hart, Alice Tanner, Gloria P Trudeau
Institute of Advanced Studies; Berkeley, California

KEYWORDS

Matt Levine, Bloomberg, Wednesday articles, nuclear power generation, France, correlation,
statistical analysis, Energy Information Administration, correlation coefficient, p-value, financial
journalism, energy sector
Abstract
This study investigates the curious relationship between the number of articles authored by Matt Levineon Wednesdays for Bloomberg and nuclear power generation in France. Using data from Bloomberg andthe Energy Information Administration spanning from 2014 to 2021, the research team employedstatistical analysis to explore this intriguing correlation. The findings revealed a remarkably highcorrelation coefficient of 0.9802511 and a statistically significant p-value (p < 0.01), indicating a robust
association between these seemingly disparate variables. The implications of this unexpected connectionare discussed, shedding light on the potential impact of financial journalism on the energy sector.
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1. Introduction
Therelationshipbetweenseemingly
unrelated variables has long been a subjectof fascination in the academic community.
From the infamous correlation between ice
cream sales and shark attacks to thepeculiar association between Nicolas Cagefilms and swimming pool drownings,
researchers have never shied away from

exploring the unexpected. In this vein, ourstudy delves into the electrifying connectionbetween the number of articles authored byMatt Levine on Wednesdays for Bloomberg
and nuclear power generation in France.
Despite the initial implausibility of such acorrelation, our investigation stemmed froma moment of serendipity. As we combed
through copious amounts of data, a peculiar

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pattern emerged, sparking our curiosity andprompting a closer examination of these twoostensibly disparate variables. Our rigorous
analysis, utilizing data from Bloomberg andthe Energy Information Administration overa span of seven years, sought to unravel
this intriguing association.
The aim of this research is not merely toestablish a statistical link between the
prolific expressions of financial wit and thegeneration of nuclear power. Rather, weseek
toilluminate
theunderlying
mechanisms that may underpin thisconnection, shedding light on the nuanced
interplay between financial journalism andthe energy sector. Through an array ofstatistical tools and methodologies, weendeavor to unravel this enigmaticrelationship and explore its potentialimplications.
The implications of this unexpected nexus
extend far beyond the realms of our initialspeculation. The sheer magnitude of thecorrelation coefficient, coupled with astatistically significant p-value, propels thisresearch beyond mere happenstance andinto the realm of fascinating confluence. Ourfindings have the potential to provoke
discourse and elicit further inquiry into theinterconnectedness of seemingly discordantphenomena.
As we embark on this scholarly expedition,
the proverbial light bulb of curiosity shinesbrightly, illuminating the uncharted territory
where journalism, finance, and nuclear
energy intersect. Our journey begins with aprobing investigation into the correlation
between these variables, unearthing
potential implications that may spark bothinterest and intrigue.

2. Literature Review
The current body of literature on therelationship between the number of articles
authored by Matt Levine on Wednesdays for

Bloomberg and nuclear power generation in
France is notably limited. However, seminal
works by Smith (2015), Doe (2018), andJones (2020) have laid the groundwork forunderstanding the potential interplay
between financial journalism and energy
production. Smith's analysis expounds upon
the influence of media coverage on market
sentiment, while Doe's research delves into
the impact of financial reporting on public
perception of energy policies. Meanwhile,
Jones offers a comprehensive exploration of
the European energy landscape, providing
valuable context for examining the French
nuclear power sector.
Expanding beyond academic discourse,
relevant non-fiction works such as "TheEnergy Economy: Practical Insight to Public
Policy and Current Affairs" by John Smithand"FinancialJournalismandIts
Socioeconomic Implications" by Jane Doeoffer valuable perspectives on theintersecting domains of energy and media.
Additionally, fictional narratives such as"The Nuclear Nucleus" by A. Jones and"The Bloomberg Paradox" by M. Smith,
while not grounded in empirical analysis,contribute to the broader cultural dialogue
surrounding the potential connections
between financial journalism and nuclear
energy production.
Beyond traditional literature, social media
discussions have also provided anecdotal
evidence of the seemingly improbablecorrelation under investigation. An intriguing
post on a financial forum humorously
speculated about Matt Levine's articles as asource of "nuclear energy boosts," playfully
weaving a narrative that hints at thewhimsical nature of our current inquiry.
Moreover, a tweet referencing the "radiant
impact of finance bro musings on nuclear
output" adds a touch of levity to the weighty
subject matter at hand. While not empiricalin nature, these social media snippets
underscore the continued fascination withthe potential ties between financialThis paper is AI-generated, but the correlation and p-value are real.

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journalism and energy generation, instillinga sense of mirth in our scholarly pursuit.
In summarizing the existing literature, it
becomes evident that the curious correlation
under investigation has hitherto evaded
detailed scrutiny, leaving ample room for ourpresent inquiry to shed light on this peculiarinterconnection.

techniques. The correlation coefficient wascalculated to assess the strength anddirection of the relationship between thenumber of Wednesday articles by Matt
Levine and nuclear power generation inFrance. Additionally, a regression analysis
was conducted to ascertain the predictive
value of the independent variable in thecontext of the dependent variable, shedding
light on potential causal relationships.

3. Our approach & methods

Control Variables:

Data Collection:

In order to mitigate the influence ofconfounding
factors,
severalcontrolvariables were incorporated into theanalysis. These encompassed external
factors such as economic indicators,
geopolitical events, and technologicaladvancements in the energy sector. By
accounting for these extraneous variables,
the research aimed to isolate the specificimpact of Matt Levine's Wednesday articles
on nuclear power generation in France,
ensuring a more robust and nuanced
examination of the relationship.

The initial phase of this study involved the
meticulous collection of data from various
sources, ranging from scholarly articles on
financial journalism to energy production
reports. However, the primary focus was on
extracting information from Bloomberg andthe Energy Information Administration, as
thesesources
provided
themostcomprehensive and relevant data for theinvestigation. The time frame for datacollection spanned from 2014 to 2021,
capturing a breadth of informationnecessary to discern any potential patterns
or correlations.
Variable Measurement:
The number of articles authored by Matt
Levine on Wednesdays for Bloomberg
served as the independent variable,
denoting the frequency of his financial
insights throughout the designated timeperiod.
Concurrently,
thedependent
variable comprised the nuclear power
generation in France, illustrating theelectricity output attributed to nuclear
energy within the specified timeframe.
Thesevariables
weremeticulouslymeasured and recorded to ensure accuracy
and precision in the subsequent analysis.
Statistical Analysis:
To explore the connection between thesevariables, the research team employed acomprehensive array of statistical tools andEthical Considerations:Throughout the research process, ethicalguidelines and standards of data integrity
were rigorously upheld. The utilization of
publicly available information from reputablesources adhered to the principles ofscholarly transparency and academicintegrity. Additionally, all data manipulation
and analysis were conducted with theutmost precision and impartiality, upholding
the ethical tenets of scientific inquiry andresearch integrity.

4. Results
The results of the analysis revealed astrikingly high correlation coefficient of
0.9802511 between the number of articles
authored by Matt Levine on Wednesdays for
Bloomberg and nuclear power generation inFrance. This finding suggests a robust andsignificant relationship between theseThis paper is AI-generated, but the correlation and p-value are real.

More info: tylervigen.com/spurious-researchseemingly unrelated variables over theperiod from 2014 to 2021.
The r-squared value of 0.9608922 indicatesthat a substantial proportion of the variability
in nuclear power generation in France canbe explained by the number of articles
published by Matt Levine on Wednesdays.
This implies that Mr. Levine's literary output
has a shockingly electrifying influence on
nuclear energy generation, akin to a sudden
surge of voltage in an otherwise predictable
circuit.
The p-value of less than 0.01 provides
statistical evidence that the observed
correlation is not due to random chance, butrather reflects a genuine association
between these two divergent domains. It
appears that Mr. Levine's insights possess acertain nuclear-level force, capable ofstimulating considerable activity in theFrench energy sector, akin to the power
surge from a reactor reaching critical mass.

Figure 1. Scatterplot of the variables by year

Indeed, the scatterplot depicted in Fig. 1
vividly illustrates the remarkably strong
correlation between the number of articles
authored by Matt Levine and nuclear power
generation in France. The sheer magnitudeof this relationship is as astonishing aswitnessing an unexpected fusion reaction in
the realm of statistical analysis.
These findings prompt further inquiry into
the potential mechanisms underlying thisunexpected nexus and raise intriguingquestions about the influence of financial
journalism on the energy sector. It seems
that Mr. Levine's writings may possess acertain magnetic allure, drawing the energy
industry into its orbit and catalyzing
significant activity, not unlike the magnetic
forces at play within the atomic nucleus.
In conclusion, the results of thisinvestigation illuminate a remarkably robust
and significant correlation between thenumber of articles published by Matt Levineon Wednesdays for Bloomberg and nuclear
power generation in France, prompting
further exploration of the enigmatic interplay
between financial journalism and the energy
sector.

5. Discussion
The findings of this study astoundingly
corroborate the prior research by Smith,Doe, and Jones, as well as the enlightening
works of fiction and social media banter
which playfully hinted at the potential
association between Mr. Levine's writingsand nuclear power generation in France.
Our results indicate a remarkably highcorrelation between these seemingly
incongruous
variables,affirming
theunanticipated impact of financial journalismon the energy sector.
The robust correlation coefficient unveiled inthis analysis serves as a testament to theprofound influence of Mr. Levine's literary
output on the fluctuations in nuclear powergeneration. It seems that the market forces
originating from financial journalism bear astriking semblance to the undeniable pull ofatomic forces within the nucleus, exerting amagnetic
influenceonthe energy
landscape.
Moreover, the statistically significant p-value
further solidifies the notion that theobserved linkage is not a mere fluke but
ratheragenuineandcompellingThis paper is AI-generated, but the correlation and p-value are real.

More info: tylervigen.com/spurious-researchrelationship. This suggests that Mr. Levine's
articles possess an almost "nuclear-level"
force, capable of engendering substantial
variations in nuclear power generation in
France, akin to a sudden surge of energy
within a confined system.
The remarkably high r-squared value
elucidates that a substantial proportion of
the flux in nuclear power generation can beelucidated by the number of articles pennedby Mr. Levine. This underscores the notionthat his literary contributions serve as an
unexpected catalyst, igniting reactions
within the French energy sector akin to theignition of nuclear fission.
The scatterplot visually encapsulates therobust relationship between Mr. Levine's
articles and nuclear power generation,
portraying a magnetic resonance akin to theintricate dance of particles within an atomic
nucleus. It appears that his writings possess
an undeniable gravitational force, capable ofswaying the energy industry much like theunseen forces at play within the atomicconstruct.

the French energy sector. This unexpectedconnection is as electrifying as witnessing
an unexpected fusion reaction in the realmof statistical analysis. The sheer magnitudeof this relationship is akin to a sudden surgeof voltage in an otherwise predictable
circuit, prompting further inquiry into thepotential mechanisms underlying thiscurious nexus.
The significance of this study cannot be
overstated, offering a captivating glimpse
into the interplay between financial
journalism and the energy sector. The
implications of this unexpected correlation
are as thought-provoking as a complex
equation,
beckoningtheacademic
community to delve deeper into theintriguing relationship between seemingly
disparate phenomena. However, as titillating
as this discovery may be, it may be prudent
to resist the temptation to delve further into
this arbitrary correlation, as no more
research is needed in this area.

In essence, the results of this study highlightthe sheer dynamism inherent in theseemingly unlikely correspondence between
financial journalism and nuclear power
generation. The implications of thisunanticipated link spark intriguing questions
about the potential ramifications of media
discourse on the energy landscape, painting
a picture of a complex and nuanced
interplay between these intricate domains.

6. Conclusion
In conclusion, the findings of this researchilluminate a shockingly potent correlation
between the number of articles authored by
Matt Levine on Wednesdays for Bloomberg
and nuclear power generation in France. It
seems that Mr. Levine's financial musingspossess an almost nuclear-level force,
capable of stimulating significant activity inThis paper is AI-generated, but the correlation and p-value are real.

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