Jim Gardner
For 44 years, I have anchored the 6 and 11 o'clock news on 6abc in Philadelphia. Eventually, I'll get it right. RT's are not endorsements.
84,822
Followers
753
Following
19,945
Tweets
188.6
Avg Engagement
629
Listed
No
Verified
Account Overview
What This Report Covers
This comprehensive analysis examines @Jim_Gardner'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:2008-08-19
- Verification:No
- Location:N 40°1' 0'' / W 75°22' 0''
Data Summary
- Tweets Analyzed:3,197
- Avg Likes per Tweet:82.5
- Avg Retweets per Tweet:106.2
- Followers Analyzed:10,000
Engagement Analysis
Based on 3,197 tweetsHis tweets typically receive a high number of likes and retweets, indicating strong audience interaction. The engagement suggests a loyal and active following.
82.5
Avg Likes/Tweet
106.2
Avg Retweets/Tweet
263,625
Total Likes
339,369
Total Retweets
Engagement Quality Analysis
Median-based metrics that resist fake virality and outliers.
8
Median Likes
1
Median Retweets
54
75th Percentile
91,601
Top Tweet
2.22
Engagement per 1K Followers
Normalized influence metric
Viral Spikes
Engagement Pattern
Few posts get most engagement
Posting Behavior
Content style and format preferences
Commentator
Adds perspective to others content
32.8%
Original
2.8%
Replies
4.3%
Retweets
60.2%
Quotes
0.0%
Threads
0.2%
With Media
75.6%
With Links
26.2%
With #Tags
10.9%
With @Mentions
0.2%
With Emojis
125
Avg Length
Audience Reaction Profile
Broadcast
Focuses on original content over replies
0.08
Reply/Original Ratio
13.93
Quote/RT Ratio
Posting Rhythm
Highly Bursty
Posts in concentrated bursts
86.7%
Weekday Posts
13.3%
Weekend Posts
Top Hashtags
Most Mentioned
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Content Strategy Analysis
Based on 3,197 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 138 retweets (4% 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 3,197 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 includes fellow journalists, media professionals, and residents of Philadelphia. They are interested in news, media trends, and local events.
Average
Audience Quality
26.9%
Suspicion Index
35.0%
Low-Quality %
28
Median Reach
Audience Quality Signals
Lower percentages indicate healthier, more authentic followers.
49.1%
Empty Bio
29.6%
<10 Tweets
11.7%
Mass Following (>2K)
0.0%
New (<90 days)
55.7%
Low Ratio (<0.1)
0.0%
New (<180 days)
88.7%
No URL
20.9%
<3 Tweets
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Try Bot DetectorFollower Reach & Influence
This account's followers have their own audiences, creating potential for secondary amplification.
26,278,306
Total Potential Reach
28
Median Follower Reach
148
75th Percentile Reach
5.7%
>1K followers
1.0%
>10K followers
0.3%
>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).
50.3%
Creators
5,034 accounts
20.1%
Consumers
2,008 accounts
29.6%
Dormant
2,958 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):
104
Verified Followers
1.04% of total
1,164
Protected Accounts
11.64% 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 | 14,097,945 | Wrestler | Wrestling, Motivation, Self-promotion |
| @PFTompkins | 1,214,855 | Comedian | TV, standup, improv |
| @accuweather | 1,170,206 | Weather forecasting | weather, news, alerts |
| @NOH8Campaign | 799,194 | Activism | equality, bullying, discrimination |
| @OccupyDemocrats | 554,579 | Political Activist | Progressive, Grassroots, Politics |
| @THE_THEO_FORD | 473,091 | - | - |
| @PhillyInquirer | 448,452 | News outlet | local news, impactful journalism, Greater Philadelphia |
| @BrianKarem | 389,745 | Journalist | Family, Journalism, Music |
| @EvanKirstel | 347,853 | Tech Influencer | Tech, B2B, Social media |
| @eliehonig | 293,201 | Legal Analyst | Law, Podcasting, Writing |
Top Keywords in Follower Bios
Top Hashtags in Follower Bios
5,085
Followers With Bio
4,915
Followers Without Bio
50.85%
% With Bio
49.15%
% 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 3,197 analyzed216,547
Combined Engagement
0
Total Likes
216,547
Total Retweets
43,309
Avg per Tweet
Key Metrics for Viral Tweets
0%
With Media
0%
With Hashtags
100%
With @Mentions
60%
With Links
Topical Analysis:
RT @nhbrick: This is just plain wrong. How could you pull a trigger and shoot something as majestic as this animal. Trophy hunting should be banned worldwide. RT if you agree. https://t.co/XN1FQJsUlR
RT @tombrokaw: mr president, i've been a journalist 50 yrs. Never met one who didn't love USA. Many risk their lives reporting on US values. Cheap shot
RT @tichy_e: This morning in the UN Human Rights Council more than 140 diplomats refused to listen to Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov’s futile attempt to justify unacceptable military aggression. Watch them leave the Council Chamber. https://t.co/Syox5sTvaD
RT @business: BREAKING: China has concealed the extent of the coronavirus outbreak in its country, under-reporting both total cases and deaths, the U.S. intelligence community concluded in a classified report https://t.co/5tdbtMT158 https://t.co/vjtNw174SN
RT @MEPFuller: Look at the coronavirus protocols for pro athletes (tests every other day, temperature checks twice a day, group quarantining). Then look at the protocols for schools (handwashing, stay home if you’re sick). Imagine if we valued the lives of teachers the same as
Key Insights & Takeaways
He emphasizes the importance of proper ballot mailing procedures for voters in Philadelphia and across the state. He expresses personal grief over the loss of a native son, highlighting community mourning. He celebrates local talent and media success, such as the renewal of a popular TV show.
Strengths
- + Strong engagement rates above platform average
- + Established follower base of 84,822
- + 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 @Jim_Gardner reveals an well-established Twitter presence with 84,822 followers. The account demonstrates a content-creator strategy, averaging 188.6 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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