Quantitude S6E18 Count Variables
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Apr 1, 2025 Discover the intriguing world of count variables and their significance in analytical models. The hosts weave in quirky anecdotes about Dracula and cultural lore while breaking down complex statistical concepts like Poisson and negative binomial distributions. They unravel myths about count data and discuss the importance of robust methods in research. With witty exchanges and playful nicknames, this episode blends humor with insightful analysis, making statistics both entertaining and approachable.
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Lugosi and Transylvania
- Greg Hancock recounts watching a Bela Lugosi Dracula film as a child.
- His mom jokingly claimed they were Transylvanian because Lugosi's accent resembled her father's.
Impaler vs. Poker
- Greg's mother told him about Vlad the Impaler, the inspiration for Dracula, after his Count Chocula fascination began.
- Patrick Curran jokes about being called "Patrick the Poker."
Violating Assumptions
- Count variables violate traditional linear model assumptions like continuity, normality, and homoscedasticity.
- Ignoring these violations leads to biased coefficients and incorrect standard errors.
