Ali Velshi
Host, “Velshi”, Sat/Sun 10a-12pET, "The Last Word" Fri 10pET. MSNBC Chief Correspondent. Editor of “The Trump Indictments.” I actually AM a Kenyan-born Muslim.
699.013
Followers
10.399
Following
14.824
Tweets
663,3
Avg Engagement
5.778
Listed
No
Verified
Account Overview
What This Report Covers
This comprehensive analysis examines @AliVelshi'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:2008-09-20
- Verification:No
- Location:New York/Philly/The World
Data Summary
- Tweets Analyzed:3.230
- Avg Likes per Tweet:384,4
- Avg Retweets per Tweet:278,9
- Followers Analyzed:50.000
Engagement Analysis
Based on 3.230 tweetsHis tweets typically receive a high number of likes and retweets, indicating strong audience interaction. The engagement suggests a dedicated following that values his insights and reporting.
384,4
Avg Likes/Tweet
278,9
Avg Retweets/Tweet
1.241.697
Total Likes
900.856
Total Retweets
Engagement Quality Analysis
Median-based metrics that resist fake virality and outliers.
115
Median Likes
39
Median Retweets
387
75th Percentile
253.128
Top Tweet
0,95
Engagement per 1K Followers
Normalized influence metric
Viral Spikes
Engagement Pattern
Few posts get most engagement
Posting Behavior
Content style and format preferences
Mixed
Balanced content approach
59,6%
Original
16,3%
Replies
23,1%
Retweets
1,0%
Quotes
0,0%
Threads
0,2%
With Media
46,5%
With Links
44,6%
With #Tags
75,4%
With @Mentions
2,7%
With Emojis
187
Avg Length
Audience Reaction Profile
Broadcast
Focuses on original content over replies
0,27
Reply/Original Ratio
0,04
Quote/RT Ratio
Posting Rhythm
Highly Bursty
Posts in concentrated bursts
37,8%
Weekday Posts
62,2%
Weekend Posts
Top Hashtags
Most Mentioned
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Content Strategy Analysis
Based on 3.230 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 747 retweets (23% 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 3.230 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 followersVelshi's audience includes politically engaged viewers interested in global news and current events. His content appeals to those seeking in-depth analysis of international politics and legal developments.
Average
Audience Quality
26,4%
Suspicion Index
33,1%
Low-Quality %
31
Median Reach
Audience Quality Signals
Lower percentages indicate healthier, more authentic followers.
49,6%
Empty Bio
24,2%
<10 Tweets
15,0%
Mass Following (>2K)
0,0%
New (<90 days)
55,2%
Low Ratio (<0.1)
0,0%
New (<180 days)
91,1%
No URL
16,6%
<3 Tweets
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Try Bot DetectorFollower Reach & Influence
This account's followers have their own audiences, creating potential for secondary amplification.
76.555.171
Total Potential Reach
31
Median Follower Reach
193
75th Percentile Reach
9,7%
>1K followers
1,2%
>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).
57,5%
Creators
28.732 accounts
18,3%
Consumers
9.173 accounts
24,2%
Dormant
12.095 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):
1.326
Verified Followers
1.33% of total
9.258
Protected Accounts
9.26% of total
6 years
Avg Account Age
of their followers
Notable Followers (By Influence)
Top accounts following this user, sorted by their follower count:
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| @chefjoseandres | 1.175.689 | Chef | Food, Humanity, Global Citizenship |
| @saidercan | 1.036.027 | Philosopher | Teknoloji, Felsefe, Dijitalizm |
| @JohnKasich | 902.626 | Politician | Politics, Family, Climate Change |
Top Keywords in Follower Bios
Top Hashtags in Follower Bios
53.281
Followers With Bio
46.719
Followers Without Bio
53.28%
% With Bio
46.72%
% 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 3.230 analyzed513.608
Combined Engagement
134.418
Total Likes
379.190
Total Retweets
102.722
Avg per Tweet
Key Metrics for Viral Tweets
0%
With Media
0%
With Hashtags
60%
With @Mentions
20%
With Links
Topical Analysis:
RT @elonmusk: Should I step down as head of Twitter? I will abide by the results of this poll.
RT @POTUS: I just want to make a few things clear: The Holocaust happened. Hitler was a demonic figure. And instead of giving it a…
To those who argue there is too much coverage of the war, to the exclusion of important U.S. stories, by morning you will see irrefutable evidence of mass civilian massacres & graves, and what is looking like genocide, the prevention of which should be Americas greatest prior
Americans should watch developments in Israel, in which a sitting prime minister, facing criminal charges of fraud, breach of trust and bribery, was returned to office, and is now attempting to pass laws that would, among other things, limit the ways in which he can be declared…
After 5 weeks in Hungary/Poland/Ukraine, this is my final night sitting in for my friend Rachel @Maddow, who returns Monday! Being here, working with her amazing staff, & serving you, her loyal viewers, has been a unique privilege. Thank you for your patience with me. https:/
Key Insights & Takeaways
Velshi often addresses the balance of media coverage between global conflicts and domestic issues. He highlights the importance of international legal and political developments. His work reflects a commitment to providing nuanced and comprehensive reporting.
Strengths
- + Strong engagement rates above platform average
- + Established follower base of 699.013
- + 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 @AliVelshi reveals an well-established Twitter presence with 699.013 followers. The account demonstrates a content-creator strategy, averaging 663,3 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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