What is PVP Productions?

PVP PRODUCTIONS is a project by me, Pranay Varada.

I have a lot of questions, and I often find the best way to answer them is by aggregating a bunch of data and just seeing what happens. I set up this website in March 2024 to showcase my answers. To name a few, I've written about every international flight in the world, the peculiarities of time zones, and visiting every subway station in Boston as quickly as possible. My most recent project is this map commemorating America's 250th anniversary!

Why is it called PVP Productions?

The name “PVP Productions” is an intentional example of RAS syndrome. Probably the most common example of this in everyday life is referring to a “PIN number.” You don't need to say “PIN number” because “PIN” stands for “personal identification number.” You're being redundant. It's unnecessary. Stop it. Even “RAS syndrome” is an example of RAS syndrome, since “RAS” stands for “redundant acronym syndrome.” You have to admit that's genius. Anyway, “PVP” just stands for my name and then the word “Productions.” So yes, the full name of this website is technically “Pranay Varada Productions Productions.” Sue me.

What are the different tabs for?

FEATURES is for long-form stories and DISPATCHES is for shorter or less formal content, like that time I listened to one song in every language or my recent World Cup recap. Regardless of their classification, I draw on some combination of geography, politics, history, sports, and data across these projects.

Got questions, comments, or interesting tidbits of information for me? Let me know at productionsbypvp@gmail.com. I'm also on Instagram at @pvpproductions.png.