Jason DeRusha
@wccoradio 3-6p Drivetime, @MNMOMag food critic, Marquette grad, podcasts everywhere, used to be on TV, verified by the people, “the problem with Minnesota”
76,505
Followers
15,010
Following
126,493
Tweets
29.1
Avg Engagement
1,144
Listed
No
Verified
Account Overview
What This Report Covers
This comprehensive analysis examines @DeRushaJ'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:2007-08-02
- Verification:No
- Location:Minneapolis, MN
Data Summary
- Tweets Analyzed:3,243
- Avg Likes per Tweet:17.7
- Avg Retweets per Tweet:11.4
- Followers Analyzed:10,000
Engagement Analysis
Based on 3,243 tweetsTheir tweets typically receive a moderate number of likes and retweets, indicating a consistent but not overwhelming level of audience interaction. Engagement is likely influenced by their local relevance and personal stories.
17.7
Avg Likes/Tweet
11.4
Avg Retweets/Tweet
57,388
Total Likes
36,839
Total Retweets
Engagement Quality Analysis
Median-based metrics that resist fake virality and outliers.
2
Median Likes
0
Median Retweets
10
75th Percentile
15,655
Top Tweet
0.38
Engagement per 1K Followers
Normalized influence metric
Viral Spikes
Engagement Pattern
Few posts get most engagement
Posting Behavior
Content style and format preferences
Conversationalist
Highly engaged in discussions
12.7%
Original
72.1%
Replies
8.6%
Retweets
6.6%
Quotes
0.0%
Threads
0.2%
With Media
26.0%
With Links
3.8%
With #Tags
88.1%
With @Mentions
4.2%
With Emojis
114
Avg Length
Audience Reaction Profile
Conversational
Engages heavily in discussions
5.67
Reply/Original Ratio
0.76
Quote/RT Ratio
Posting Rhythm
Somewhat Bursty
Occasional posting spikes
82.1%
Weekday Posts
17.9%
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 account prioritizes community engagement over content broadcasting. With replies making up the majority of their activity, they invest significant time in conversations, building relationships with followers and participating in discussions. This approach typically leads to higher loyalty and more authentic connections.
The 280 retweets (9% 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 10,000 followersTheir audience includes locals in Minnesota and national followers interested in media and social justice. They also attract attention from those following news and public figures.
Average
Audience Quality
26.7%
Suspicion Index
33.8%
Low-Quality %
45
Median Reach
Audience Quality Signals
Lower percentages indicate healthier, more authentic followers.
46.4%
Empty Bio
30.3%
<10 Tweets
17.5%
Mass Following (>2K)
0.0%
New (<90 days)
47.8%
Low Ratio (<0.1)
0.0%
New (<180 days)
84.9%
No URL
21.2%
<3 Tweets
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Try Bot DetectorFollower Reach & Influence
This account's followers have their own audiences, creating potential for secondary amplification.
27,859,715
Total Potential Reach
45
Median Follower Reach
214
75th Percentile Reach
7.8%
>1K followers
1.4%
>10K followers
0.5%
>50K followers
0.2%
>100K followers
Creator vs Consumer Split
Classification based on tweet activity: Creators (>100 tweets), Consumers (10-100 tweets), Dormant (<10 tweets).
48.8%
Creators
4,881 accounts
20.9%
Consumers
2,093 accounts
30.3%
Dormant
3,026 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):
165
Verified Followers
1.65% of total
840
Protected Accounts
8.4% of total
5 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 | 14,096,637 | Wrestler | Wrestling, Motivation, Self-promotion |
| @OleItumbi | 2,173,863 | Strategist | Politics, Communication, Farming |
| @iownjd | 768,064 | Lawyer | learn, inspire, engage |
| @krassenstein | 748,281 | Journalist | Investigative journalism, Fighting hate, Conspiracy theories |
| @ZimEye | 431,053 | Journalist | Zimbabwe, Africa, Journalism |
| @zammit_marc | 385,728 | Filmmaker | Film, Acting, Producing |
| @EvanKirstel | 348,815 | Tech Influencer | Tech, B2B, Social media |
| @Havenlust | 294,423 | Photographer | Photography, Travel, Art |
| @JeanetteJoy | 218,494 | Design Psychology Mentor | ClimateReality, DesignPsychology, TinyHome |
| @NadelParis | 184,740 | Musician | Music, Production, Writing |
Top Keywords in Follower Bios
Top Hashtags in Follower Bios
5,361
Followers With Bio
4,639
Followers Without Bio
53.61%
% With Bio
46.39%
% 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 analyzed33,660
Combined Engagement
5,232
Total Likes
28,428
Total Retweets
6,732
Avg per Tweet
Key Metrics for Viral Tweets
0%
With Media
0%
With Hashtags
60%
With @Mentions
80%
With Links
Topical Analysis:
RT @AdamSchefter: Trade compensation, per sources: Jets get: 🏈Aaron Rodgers, pick No. 15, a 2023 5th-rd pick (No. 170). Packers get: 🏈Pick No. 13, a 2023 2nd-rd pick (No. 42), a 6th-rd pick (No. 207), a conditional 2024 2nd-rd pick that becomes a 1st if Rodgers plays 65 percent
RT @TomBrady: Anyone who thinks I have time to come back to the NFL has never adopted a 2 month old kitten for their daughter. https://t.co/Qzf2H4vr1j
Wisconsin counts lakes that are 2.2 acres, baby lakes, flood retention ponds, it's a joke. Minnesota only counts lakes that are 10 acres. Source: https://t.co/oTqPrRzxNd https://t.co/MwfyOO2ynb
At this time 3 years ago we knew what we’d all witnessed. I was at the TV station, working to verify that the video of an officer slowly killing a man was legit. Darnella Frazier was a hero: not only for recording what happened to George Floyd, but for sharing it. https://t.co/I
More kids who need help will be fed. The biggest thing we’ve done to fight childhood hunger ✅. Many disagree with spending the money - but what a ridiculous hill to die on. Great shot by @VanshayM! https://t.co/5mhk1xoSpL
Key Insights & Takeaways
They highlight local policy differences, such as Minnesota's lake size criteria, which reflects their focus on regional issues. They share personal experiences, like being at a TV station during a critical event, which adds authenticity to their voice. They address social issues like childhood hunger, showing a commitment to advocacy and public service.
Strengths
- + Established follower base of 76,505
- + High community engagement through conversations
- + 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 @DeRushaJ reveals an growing Twitter presence with 76,505 followers. The account demonstrates a conversation-first approach, averaging 29.1 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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