David Shuster
Husband, dad, journalist, U of Mich alum. https://tyt.com/ Rebel HQ. Previously anchored for MSNBC and AJAM. Tweets do not reflect the opinions of anybody but me
85,586
Followers
21,468
Following
18,842
Tweets
2,194.5
Avg Engagement
2,597
Listed
No
Verified
Account Overview
What This Report Covers
This comprehensive analysis examines @DavidShuster's Twitter/X presence across multiple dimensions. We analyze tweet content, engagement patterns, audience demographics, posting habits, and network connections to provide actionable insights about this account's social media strategy and influence.
Account Classification
- Account Size: Mid-Tier (10K+)
- Account Age:2009-02-10
- Verification:No
- Location:Retweets are not endorsements
Data Summary
- Tweets Analyzed:3,240
- Avg Likes per Tweet:77.5
- Avg Retweets per Tweet:2,117.0
- Followers Analyzed:10,000
Engagement Analysis
Based on 3,240 tweetsHis tweets receive a high level of engagement, with an average of 17,699 likes and 16,915 retweets per tweet. This suggests that his content is widely appreciated and shared by his followers.
77.5
Avg Likes/Tweet
2,117.0
Avg Retweets/Tweet
250,954
Total Likes
6,859,235
Total Retweets
Engagement Quality Analysis
Median-based metrics that resist fake virality and outliers.
4
Median Likes
8
Median Retweets
419
75th Percentile
202,847
Top Tweet
25.64
Engagement per 1K Followers
Normalized influence metric
Viral Spikes
Engagement Pattern
Few posts get most engagement
Posting Behavior
Content style and format preferences
Curator
Amplifies others content frequently
46.6%
Original
4.8%
Replies
40.2%
Retweets
8.5%
Quotes
0.0%
Threads
0.6%
With Media
68.5%
With Links
34.1%
With #Tags
58.8%
With @Mentions
3.8%
With Emojis
172
Avg Length
Audience Reaction Profile
Broadcast
Focuses on original content over replies
0.1
Reply/Original Ratio
0.21
Quote/RT Ratio
Posting Rhythm
Highly Bursty
Posts in concentrated bursts
74.8%
Weekday Posts
25.2%
Weekend Posts
Top Hashtags
Most Mentioned
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Content Strategy Analysis
Based on 3,240 tweetsContent Type Distribution
Content Breakdown
What This Reveals About Their Strategy
This is a content-creator focused account that primarily shares original thoughts, ideas, and media. With original content dominating their feed, they position themselves as a source of new information rather than a curator. This strategy works well for establishing thought leadership.
The 1,301 retweets (40% of activity) show they also amplify content from others, which helps build relationships with other accounts and provides value to followers by surfacing relevant content.
Posting Patterns & Optimal Timing
Based on 3,240 tweetsEngagement by Hour (UTC)
Posting Frequency Over Time
Timing Insights
Understanding when an account posts and when their audience is most responsive provides valuable competitive intelligence. The charts above show when this account's content receives the most engagement, which often correlates with when their specific audience is most active on the platform.
Peak posting times vary significantly based on an account's audience demographics, timezone distribution, and content type. Accounts with global audiences often see engagement spread across multiple time windows, while those with regional focus may have more concentrated peaks.
Audience Demographics
Based on 10,000 followersHis audience appears to be interested in politics, sports, and current events, likely including fans of sports and followers of political news. The audience is engaged with his content, as evidenced by high average likes and retweets.
Average
Audience Quality
21.3%
Suspicion Index
19.7%
Low-Quality %
121
Median Reach
Audience Quality Signals
Lower percentages indicate healthier, more authentic followers.
33.2%
Empty Bio
10.0%
<10 Tweets
29.7%
Mass Following (>2K)
0.0%
New (<90 days)
38.7%
Low Ratio (<0.1)
0.0%
New (<180 days)
84.8%
No URL
6.1%
<3 Tweets
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Try Bot DetectorFollower Reach & Influence
This account's followers have their own audiences, creating potential for secondary amplification.
39,593,555
Total Potential Reach
121
Median Follower Reach
485
75th Percentile Reach
15.2%
>1K followers
2.6%
>10K followers
0.7%
>50K followers
0.4%
>100K followers
Creator vs Consumer Split
Classification based on tweet activity: Creators (>100 tweets), Consumers (10-100 tweets), Dormant (<10 tweets).
77.5%
Creators
7,750 accounts
12.5%
Consumers
1,254 accounts
10.0%
Dormant
996 accounts
Follower Influence Distribution
How many followers do their followers have?
Follower Account Age
How long have followers been on Twitter?
Geographic Distribution
Top locations where followers are based (from those who share location data):
144
Verified Followers
1.44% of total
1,218
Protected Accounts
12.18% of total
8 years
Avg Account Age
of their followers
Notable Followers (By Influence)
Top accounts following this user, sorted by their follower count:
| Username | Followers | Profession | Interests |
|---|---|---|---|
| @JohnCena | 14,098,091 | Wrestler | Wrestling, Motivation, Self-promotion |
| @PreetBharara | 1,767,013 | Lawyer | Springsteen fan, Patriot, Proud immigrant |
| @joncoopertweets | 1,282,074 | Political Strategist | Politics, Fundraising, Campaigns |
| @RexChapman | 1,252,713 | Commentator | Basketball, Horse racing, Commentary |
| @SophiaBush | 1,210,099 | Actress | Actress, Activist, Podcasting |
| @KeithOlbermann | 993,909 | Commentator | Politics, Sports, Commentary |
| @donwinslow | 932,560 | Author | books, writing, reading |
| @ThatEricAlper | 898,072 | Music Publicist | Music, Media, Idealism |
| @SamChampion | 517,110 | Meteorologist | Weather, News, Family |
| @AnnieAgar | 429,689 | Sports Reporter | Sports, Reporter, Teams |
Top Keywords in Follower Bios
Top Hashtags in Follower Bios
6,679
Followers With Bio
3,321
Followers Without Bio
66.79%
% With Bio
33.21%
% Without Bio
Why Audience Demographics Matter
Understanding who follows an account reveals the type of influence they hold. Accounts followed primarily by users with few followers indicate broad, mainstream appeal. Those with many high-follower followers have greater potential for content amplification through secondary sharing.
Account age distribution also tells a story: a follower base with many new accounts might indicate recent viral growth, while established followers suggest long-term, stable influence. Geographic data helps understand the cultural context and timezone spread of the audience.
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Top 5 by likes+RTs from 3,240 analyzed712,794
Combined Engagement
71,744
Total Likes
641,050
Total Retweets
142,559
Avg per Tweet
Key Metrics for Viral Tweets
0%
With Media
0%
With Hashtags
100%
With @Mentions
40%
With Links
Topical Analysis:
RT @Jeopardy: Jeopardy! is saddened to share that Alex Trebek passed away peacefully at home early this morning, surrounded by family and friends. Thank you, Alex. https://t.co/Yk2a90CHIM
RT @_jimmykelly: Thank you to whoever explained this - @reddit is incredible 😩🤙🏻 https://t.co/zKRlbP41gJ
This Tweet from @DavidShuster has been withheld in: This Tweet from @realDonaldTrump has been withheld in response to a report from the copyright holder. Learn more.
RT @AOC: I am happy to work with Republicans on this issue where there’s common ground, but you almost had me murdered 3 weeks ago so you can sit this one out. Happy to work w/ almost any other GOP that aren’t trying to get me killed. In the meantime if you want to help, you ca
Just confirmed @SenTedCruz and his family flew to Cancun tonight for a few days at a resort they've visited before. Cruz seems to believe there isn't much for him to do in Texas for the millions of fellow Texans who remain without electricity/water and are literally freezing. htt
Key Insights & Takeaways
His top tweets often focus on political and sports news, indicating a strong interest in current events. He frequently shares information about political figures and events, which likely drives engagement. His account includes personal updates, which may help build a more personal connection with his audience.
Strengths
- + Strong engagement rates above platform average
- + Established follower base of 85,586
- + Strong original content creation
- + Active presence with consistent posting
Opportunities
- ~ Optimize posting times for peak engagement windows
- ~ Analyze top-performing content for replicable patterns
- ~ Leverage geographic concentration for targeted content
- ~ Explore collaboration potential with followed accounts
Summary
This analysis of @DavidShuster reveals an exceptionally influential Twitter presence with 85,586 followers. The account demonstrates a content-creator strategy, averaging 2,194.5 engagements per tweet. Key strengths include consistent posting and an engaged audience, with opportunities to further optimize timing and content strategy based on the patterns identified in this report.
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