Phoenix New Times
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150,773
Followers
2,740
Following
73,692
Tweets
8.1
Avg Engagement
1,397
Listed
No
Verified
Account Overview
What This Report Covers
This comprehensive analysis examines @phoenixnewtimes'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:2009-06-03
- Verification:No
- Location:Phoenix, Arizona
Data Summary
- Tweets Analyzed:3,210
- Avg Likes per Tweet:5.4
- Avg Retweets per Tweet:2.7
- Followers Analyzed:50,000
Engagement Analysis
Based on 3,210 tweetsThe account maintains a steady level of engagement, with tweets receiving a reasonable number of likes and retweets. The engagement rate appears to be consistent across the account's history.
5.4
Avg Likes/Tweet
2.7
Avg Retweets/Tweet
17,319
Total Likes
8,742
Total Retweets
Engagement Quality Analysis
Median-based metrics that resist fake virality and outliers.
2
Median Likes
1
Median Retweets
6
75th Percentile
596
Top Tweet
0.05
Engagement per 1K Followers
Normalized influence metric
Viral Spikes
Engagement Pattern
Few posts get most engagement
Posting Behavior
Content style and format preferences
Broadcaster
Primarily shares original content
93.7%
Original
0.3%
Replies
5.8%
Retweets
0.2%
Quotes
0.0%
Threads
0.3%
With Media
94.9%
With Links
2.4%
With #Tags
10.7%
With @Mentions
1.6%
With Emojis
143
Avg Length
Audience Reaction Profile
Broadcast
Focuses on original content over replies
0.0
Reply/Original Ratio
0.04
Quote/RT Ratio
Posting Rhythm
Somewhat Bursty
Occasional posting spikes
90.3%
Weekday Posts
9.7%
Weekend Posts
Top Hashtags
Most Mentioned
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Content Strategy Analysis
Based on 3,210 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 185 retweets (6% 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 3,210 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 followersThe audience is likely residents and visitors of Phoenix and the surrounding areas, interested in local news and events. The content appeals to a broad demographic, including those who follow entertainment, politics, and community happenings.
Average
Audience Quality
30.9%
Suspicion Index
41.9%
Low-Quality %
13
Median Reach
Audience Quality Signals
Lower percentages indicate healthier, more authentic followers.
50.7%
Empty Bio
41.3%
<10 Tweets
12.9%
Mass Following (>2K)
0.0%
New (<90 days)
58.6%
Low Ratio (<0.1)
0.0%
New (<180 days)
84.3%
No URL
33.1%
<3 Tweets
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Try Bot DetectorFollower Reach & Influence
This account's followers have their own audiences, creating potential for secondary amplification.
89,282,928
Total Potential Reach
13
Median Follower Reach
137
75th Percentile Reach
7.5%
>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).
43.1%
Creators
21,566 accounts
15.6%
Consumers
7,785 accounts
41.3%
Dormant
20,649 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):
339
Verified Followers
0.34% of total
7,121
Protected Accounts
7.05% of total
7 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 | 14,101,561 | Wrestler | Wrestling, Motivation, Self-promotion |
| @AOC | 13,420,732 | Politician | politics, social justice, equality |
| @benlandis | 2,846,909 | - | - |
| @Lawrence | 2,838,156 | Journalist | politics, news, commentary |
| @jimmyeatworld | 2,326,916 | Musician | Music, Surviving, Band |
| @JoyAnnReid | 2,051,331 | - | - |
| @6BillionPeople | 2,033,193 | - | - |
| @zlj517 | 1,984,481 | Spokesman | Geopolitics, Diplomacy, Communication |
| @RealGrumpyCat | 1,525,875 | Meme Celebrity | Cats, Grumpy, TeamGrumpy |
| @CynthiaLIVE | 1,423,784 | Entrepreneur | Personal Branding, Keynote Speaking, Columnist |
Top Keywords in Follower Bios
Top Hashtags in Follower Bios
37,831
Followers With Bio
63,168
Followers Without Bio
37.46%
% With Bio
62.54%
% 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 3,210 analyzed2,603
Combined Engagement
1,530
Total Likes
1,073
Total Retweets
521
Avg per Tweet
Key Metrics for Viral Tweets
0%
With Media
0%
With Hashtags
20%
With @Mentions
100%
With Links
Topical Analysis:
RT @stephen_richer: STATEMENT. https://t.co/Un52eksTrh
The viral "Coughing Karen" is from Scottsdale. 😐 https://t.co/RrRaJB6cXQ
Mark your calendar: Maynard James Keenan and Puscifer are bringing you another streaming concert next week. https://t.co/ywbO8qlv5I
The state has announced it will be sending $4.2 million in Covid relief dollars to Arizona prisons — but not to fix the department's well-documented problems. It will instead be spent on renovating the offices of the DOC's executives and administrators. https://t.co/PlUO7W5otD
"I will not sign into law any legislation that attacks people’s rights and doesn’t address serious issues." https://t.co/FmqVQMMmab
Key Insights & Takeaways
The account frequently shares event announcements and local news, which likely drives engagement. It includes links to newsletters and subscriptions, suggesting a focus on audience retention and content delivery. The content often blends entertainment, politics, and community issues, appealing to a diverse audience.
Strengths
- + Established follower base of 150,773
- + 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 @phoenixnewtimes reveals an growing Twitter presence with 150,773 followers. The account demonstrates a content-creator strategy, averaging 8.1 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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