Tom Whipple
Science at The Times - Tweets in personal capacity. My book: about boffins, derring do and the radio war https://amzn.eu/d/i9Sum4c
32,017
Followers
2,755
Following
29,151
Tweets
479
Listed
No
Verified
Account Overview
What This Report Covers
This comprehensive analysis examines @whippletom'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:2009-03-17
- Verification:No
- Location:Not specified
Data Summary
- Followers Analyzed:30,465
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Audience Demographics
Based on 30,465 followersHis audience includes science enthusiasts, history buffs, and readers interested in technological advancements. The mix of personal and professional content appeals to a broad, intellectually curious group.
Good
Audience Quality
19.9%
Suspicion Index
16.3%
Low-Quality %
313
Median Reach
Audience Quality Signals
Lower percentages indicate healthier, more authentic followers.
26.1%
Empty Bio
9.8%
<10 Tweets
35.1%
Mass Following (>2K)
0.0%
New (<90 days)
28.8%
Low Ratio (<0.1)
0.0%
New (<180 days)
70.0%
No URL
6.4%
<3 Tweets
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Try Bot DetectorFollower Reach & Influence
This account's followers have their own audiences, creating potential for secondary amplification.
140,888,608
Total Potential Reach
313
Median Follower Reach
1,302
75th Percentile Reach
29.1%
>1K followers
6.4%
>10K followers
1.6%
>50K followers
0.8%
>100K followers
Creator vs Consumer Split
Classification based on tweet activity: Creators (>100 tweets), Consumers (10-100 tweets), Dormant (<10 tweets).
79.4%
Creators
24,175 accounts
10.8%
Consumers
3,290 accounts
9.8%
Dormant
3,000 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):
558
Verified Followers
1.83% of total
3,323
Protected Accounts
10.91% of total
10 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| @TheTimesLuxury | 2,210,418 | - | - |
| @thetimes | 1,765,956 | News outlet | News, Journalism, Subscription |
| @Peston | 1,346,478 | Journalist | politics, education, writing |
| @soledadobrien | 1,299,700 | Journalist | working, mom, journalist |
| @LILBTHEBASEDGOD | 1,228,393 | Rapper | Music, Writing, Film |
| @OwenJones84 | 1,018,728 | - | - |
| @Channel4 | 1,004,714 | Media | Conversations, Laughter, Change |
| @UniofOxford | 969,025 | Education | News, Research, Updates |
| @authoramish | 936,528 | Author | Mythology, History, India |
| @Baddiel | 875,731 | Comedian | Comedy, Writing, Football |
Top Keywords in Follower Bios
Top Hashtags in Follower Bios
22,521
Followers With Bio
7,944
Followers Without Bio
73.92%
% With Bio
26.08%
% 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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Buy Tweets - from $15Key Insights & Takeaways
He blends personal and professional content, offering a unique perspective on science and history. His focus on historical events like the radio war highlights a niche interest in technological and scientific milestones. The low engagement suggests a possible need to increase interactivity or relevance to his audience.
Strengths
- + Established follower base of 32,017
- + 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 @whippletom reveals an growing Twitter presence with 32,017 followers. The account demonstrates a content-creator strategy, averaging 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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