WGN Radio 720
Chicago's Very Own. Listen on-air on 720-AM, online at https://wgnradio.com/listen, WGN Radio mobile apps, iHeart or TuneIn. Call or text at 312-981-7200.
56,109
Followers
8,705
Following
46,674
Tweets
1.7
Avg Engagement
1,076
Listed
No
Verified
Account Overview
What This Report Covers
This comprehensive analysis examines @WGNRadio'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:2009-01-14
- Verification:No
- Location:Chicago, IL
Data Summary
- Tweets Analyzed:3,250
- Avg Likes per Tweet:1.2
- Avg Retweets per Tweet:0.5
- Followers Analyzed:10,000
Engagement Analysis
Based on 3,250 tweetsThe account maintains a steady level of engagement, with tweets receiving an average of 54 likes and 11 retweets. The engagement is mostly organic, with minimal verified accounts.
1.2
Avg Likes/Tweet
0.5
Avg Retweets/Tweet
4,009
Total Likes
1,498
Total Retweets
Engagement Quality Analysis
Median-based metrics that resist fake virality and outliers.
1
Median Likes
0
Median Retweets
2
75th Percentile
174
Top Tweet
0.03
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
99.0%
Original
0.4%
Replies
0.4%
Retweets
0.3%
Quotes
0.0%
Threads
0.9%
With Media
99.6%
With Links
10.9%
With #Tags
23.0%
With @Mentions
1.1%
With Emojis
114
Avg Length
Audience Reaction Profile
Broadcast
Focuses on original content over replies
0.0
Reply/Original Ratio
0.69
Quote/RT Ratio
Posting Rhythm
Somewhat Bursty
Occasional posting spikes
85.9%
Weekday Posts
14.1%
Weekend Posts
Top Hashtags
Most Mentioned
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Content Strategy Analysis
Based on 3,250 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 13 retweets (0% 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 3,250 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 followersThe audience is primarily interested in Chicago news, sports, and local radio programming. They are likely to be residents of Chicago and radio listeners.
Below Average
Audience Quality
37.5%
Suspicion Index
100.0%
Low-Quality %
17
Median Reach
Audience Quality Signals
Lower percentages indicate healthier, more authentic followers.
100.0%
Empty Bio
100.0%
<10 Tweets
0.0%
Mass Following (>2K)
0.0%
New (<90 days)
0.0%
Low Ratio (<0.1)
0.0%
New (<180 days)
86.1%
No URL
100.0%
<3 Tweets
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Try Bot DetectorFollower Reach & Influence
This account's followers have their own audiences, creating potential for secondary amplification.
6,093,845
Total Potential Reach
17
Median Follower Reach
100
75th Percentile Reach
5.2%
>1K followers
0.7%
>10K followers
0.2%
>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).
0.0%
Creators
0 accounts
0.0%
Consumers
0 accounts
100.0%
Dormant
10,000 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):
0
Verified Followers
0.0% of total
1,238
Protected Accounts
12.38% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| @ABC7Chicago | 849,451 | News broadcaster | news, weather, sports |
| @Weinbach | 372,533 | Sports Commentator | Basketball, Sports, Media |
| @Digiday | 189,664 | Media | Digital media, marketing, insights |
| @EliasSports | 165,219 | Sports Statisticians | Sports, Stats, Insights |
| @ChadPergram | 155,121 | Journalist | Congress, FOX News, Capitol Hill |
| @PaulPabst | 144,857 | Sports Broadcaster | archery, plaid, Walter Payton |
| @MorelDLeon | 127,351 | - | - |
| @davetroy | 121,078 | Data Analyst | Data, Counter-intel, Speaker |
| @romenesko | 105,050 | Journalist | Journalism, Media, News |
| @SassyGirlBoss | 97,674 | Law Student | Politics, Law, Music |
Top Keywords in Follower Bios
Top Hashtags in Follower Bios
4,905
Followers With Bio
5,095
Followers Without Bio
49.05%
% With Bio
50.95%
% 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 3,250 analyzed499
Combined Engagement
422
Total Likes
77
Total Retweets
100
Avg per Tweet
Key Metrics for Viral Tweets
0%
With Media
0%
With Hashtags
40%
With @Mentions
100%
With Links
Topical Analysis:
Lin Brehmer, Chicago radio legend 💔 All at WGN Radio are saddened to learn of his passing and send our sympathies to our @93XRT friends and all who listened to Lin. https://t.co/e5OZknQ8Vo
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Fake city Twitter accounts falsely claim Chicago road is closing https://t.co/hXi5mkarFe
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Key Insights & Takeaways
The account frequently mentions local Chicago figures and events, indicating a strong community focus. It shares links to streaming platforms and mobile apps, emphasizing accessibility and convenience. The content often includes news and updates, suggesting a role in providing real-time information to its audience.
Strengths
- + Established follower base of 56,109
- + 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 @WGNRadio reveals an growing Twitter presence with 56,109 followers. The account demonstrates a content-creator strategy, averaging 1.7 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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