David Sirota
Founder, @LeverNews; WGA winner/Oscar nominee for #DontLookUp; spouse of @EmilyforCO; Denverite.
325,748
Followers
3,397
Following
11,672
Tweets
821.4
Avg Engagement
3,994
Listed
No
Verified
Account Overview
What This Report Covers
This comprehensive analysis examines @davidsirota'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: Macro Influencer (100K+)
- Account Age:2008-05-21
- Verification:No
- Location:Denver, CO
Data Summary
- Tweets Analyzed:3,243
- Avg Likes per Tweet:427.7
- Avg Retweets per Tweet:393.8
- Followers Analyzed:50,000
Engagement Analysis
Based on 3,243 tweetsSirota's tweets typically receive high engagement, with an average of 24,632 likes and 4,974 retweets, indicating strong resonance with his followers. His content often sparks discussion and shares widely across platforms.
427.7
Avg Likes/Tweet
393.8
Avg Retweets/Tweet
1,386,908
Total Likes
1,276,997
Total Retweets
Engagement Quality Analysis
Median-based metrics that resist fake virality and outliers.
87
Median Likes
51
Median Retweets
474
75th Percentile
561,939
Top Tweet
2.52
Engagement per 1K Followers
Normalized influence metric
Viral Spikes
Engagement Pattern
Few posts get most engagement
Posting Behavior
Content style and format preferences
Mixed
Balanced content approach
36.4%
Original
7.8%
Replies
37.7%
Retweets
18.1%
Quotes
0.0%
Threads
0.2%
With Media
54.7%
With Links
2.1%
With #Tags
56.3%
With @Mentions
12.4%
With Emojis
167
Avg Length
Audience Reaction Profile
Broadcast
Focuses on original content over replies
0.21
Reply/Original Ratio
0.48
Quote/RT Ratio
Posting Rhythm
Somewhat Bursty
Occasional posting spikes
72.5%
Weekday Posts
27.5%
Weekend Posts
Top Hashtags
Most Mentioned
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Content Strategy Analysis
Based on 3,243 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 1,223 retweets (38% 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 3,243 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 50,000 followersHis audience primarily consists of politically engaged individuals, journalists, and environmental advocates interested in policy and media critique. They are likely active on social media and value in-depth analysis.
Average
Audience Quality
25.1%
Suspicion Index
25.9%
Low-Quality %
60
Median Reach
Audience Quality Signals
Lower percentages indicate healthier, more authentic followers.
38.1%
Empty Bio
20.7%
<10 Tweets
21.9%
Mass Following (>2K)
0.0%
New (<90 days)
51.4%
Low Ratio (<0.1)
0.0%
New (<180 days)
86.4%
No URL
13.7%
<3 Tweets
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Try Bot DetectorFollower Reach & Influence
This account's followers have their own audiences, creating potential for secondary amplification.
73,074,632
Total Potential Reach
60
Median Follower Reach
276
75th Percentile Reach
10.4%
>1K followers
1.3%
>10K followers
0.3%
>50K followers
0.1%
>100K followers
Creator vs Consumer Split
Classification based on tweet activity: Creators (>100 tweets), Consumers (10-100 tweets), Dormant (<10 tweets).
61.0%
Creators
30,476 accounts
18.4%
Consumers
9,175 accounts
20.7%
Dormant
10,349 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):
2,244
Verified Followers
2.22% of total
9,331
Protected Accounts
9.24% of total
6 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 | 14,103,204 | Wrestler | Wrestling, Motivation, Self-promotion |
| @rustyrockets | 11,217,164 | Comedian | activism, comedy, spirituality |
| @TheAcademy | 3,934,647 | Film Industry | Movies, Awards, Hollywood |
| @gulseyazar | 1,378,070 | Writer | Comedy, Writing, Television |
| @Astro_Mike | 1,120,647 | Astronaut | Space, Science, Education |
| @capitalweather | 1,101,986 | Meteorologist | weather, news, D.C. |
| @CalltoActivism | 1,020,865 | Activist | politics, memes, engagement |
| @KeithOlbermann | 995,992 | Commentator | Politics, Sports, Commentary |
| @donwinslow | 933,922 | Author | books, writing, reading |
| @NOH8Campaign | 801,562 | Activism | equality, bullying, discrimination |
Top Keywords in Follower Bios
Top Hashtags in Follower Bios
65,005
Followers With Bio
35,994
Followers Without Bio
64.36%
% With Bio
35.64%
% 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 3,243 analyzed804,044
Combined Engagement
209,832
Total Likes
594,212
Total Retweets
160,809
Avg per Tweet
Key Metrics for Viral Tweets
0%
With Media
0%
With Hashtags
20%
With @Mentions
80%
With Links
Topical Analysis:
RT @GretaThunberg: yes, please do enlighten me. email me at smalldickenergy@getalife.com
This you? https://t.co/K8alIEBOIe https://t.co/6sliqPEFco
https://t.co/bS2edQrTnA https://t.co/GasD9MVfnl
boasting about a black-tie dinner with a French aristocrat while crushing the rail workers who brought the food is like something out of Les Mis https://t.co/XskS5gUnVh
A literal mushroom cloud of toxic chemicals detonated over the American heartland, after lobbyists and government officials weakened safety rules. Just curious: Did any of the Sunday news shows bother to even mention this? https://t.co/ZI0fUW72rP
Key Insights & Takeaways
Sirota's content often blends investigative reporting with sharp political commentary, highlighting corporate influence and government accountability. He frequently uses multimedia links to support his arguments, indicating a preference for detailed and evidence-based storytelling. His tweets often address pressing social and environmental issues, reflecting a focus on public service and media responsibility.
Strengths
- + Strong engagement rates above platform average
- + Established follower base of 325,748
- + 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 @davidsirota reveals an well-established Twitter presence with 325,748 followers. The account demonstrates a content-creator strategy, averaging 821.4 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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