WBZ NewsRadio

WBZ NewsRadio

@wbznewsradio

Boston’s News Radio 📻 1030 AM & 107.9 HD-2 💻 Listen live: https://t.co/YgBFExj4pZ 📲 Stream: @iheartradio app 🔊 Say: Play WBZ NewsRadio on iHeartRadio

Boston Joined 2009-03-25 Date of Analysis: Dec 16, 2025

51,586

Followers

1,934

Following

196,995

Tweets

5.9

Avg Engagement

1,068

Listed

No

Verified

Account Overview

What This Report Covers

This comprehensive analysis examines @wbznewsradio'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:2009-03-25
  • Verification:No
  • Location:Boston

Data Summary

  • Tweets Analyzed:3,250
  • Avg Likes per Tweet:1.3
  • Avg Retweets per Tweet:4.6
  • Followers Analyzed:10,000

Engagement Analysis

Based on 3,250 tweets

The account maintains a steady level of engagement, with an average of 65 likes and 22 retweets per tweet. While not extremely high, the engagement is consistent and reflects a loyal following.

1.3

Avg Likes/Tweet

4.6

Avg Retweets/Tweet

4,237

Total Likes

15,035

Total Retweets

Engagement Quality Analysis

Median-based metrics that resist fake virality and outliers.

0

Median Likes

1

Median Retweets

3

75th Percentile

3,917

Top Tweet

0.11

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

60.8%

Original

0.6%

Replies

33.7%

Retweets

5.0%

Quotes

0.0%

Threads

0.9%

With Media

75.8%

With Links

16.0%

With #Tags

39.5%

With @Mentions

2.5%

With Emojis

195

Avg Length

Audience Reaction Profile

Broadcast

Focuses on original content over replies

0.01

Reply/Original Ratio

0.15

Quote/RT Ratio

Posting Rhythm

Somewhat Bursty

Occasional posting spikes

91.1%

Weekday Posts

8.9%

Weekend Posts

Top Hashtags

#accuweather (60) #boston (34) #matraffic (27) #mbta (21) #bostontraffic (19) #celtics (14) #redsox (11) #massachusetts (11) #capecod (10) #gop (10)

Most Mentioned

@wbznewsradio (531) @tomcuddysports (192) @wbznightside (186) @jamesrojasnews (108) @nicholedwbz (101) @kimwbz (92) @wbzsausville (57) @jimmackayonair (56) @brookewbz (51) @cfamawbz (49)

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Content Strategy Analysis

Based on 3,250 tweets

Content Type Distribution

Content Breakdown

Original Tweets 1,975 (61%)
Replies 18 (1%)
Retweets 1,095 (34%)
Quote Tweets 162 (5%)

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 1,095 retweets (34% 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 tweets

Engagement 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 followers

The primary audience is likely local residents of Boston and surrounding areas who tune into the radio station. The content also appeals to individuals interested in local news and current events.

Below Average

Audience Quality

37.5%

Suspicion Index

100.0%

Low-Quality %

15

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)

86.9%

No URL

100.0%

<3 Tweets

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Follower Reach & Influence

This account's followers have their own audiences, creating potential for secondary amplification.

19,954,390

Total Potential Reach

15

Median Follower Reach

108

75th Percentile Reach

5.6%

>1K followers

0.7%

>10K followers

0.1%

>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

0

Verified Followers

0.0% of total

0.0%

Professional Bios

founder, dev, analyst, etc.

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):

Boston, MA (758) Massachusetts, USA (389) Boston (120) United States (103) Massachusetts (92) Cambridge, MA (31) Boston, Massachusetts (24) USA (24) Worcester, MA (22) New Hampshire, USA (20)

0

Verified Followers

0.0% of total

1,203

Protected Accounts

12.03% of total

5 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 14,098,373 Wrestler Wrestling, Motivation, Self-promotion
@NOH8Campaign 799,332 Activism equality, bullying, discrimination
@JenniferJJacobs 366,216 Journalist Biden admin, Reporting, Iowa
@AnthonyCumia 238,966 Podcaster comedy, radio, entertainment
@MuseumWeek 230,453 Cultural Event art, culture, heritage
@kevincorke 184,972 Journalist Politics, News, Sports
@teamboston 168,289 Sports Media Basketball, Football, Hockey
@katebarstool 139,288 - -
@Marc_Bertrand 93,476 Sports Broadcaster Sports, Radio, Television
@SaraCivian 81,129 Sports Journalist Hockey, Podcasting, Boston

Top Keywords in Follower Bios

boston (310) love (266) life (193) mom (157) sports (153) news (136) music (111) opinions (109) twitter (107) massachusetts (107)

Top Hashtags in Follower Bios

#mapoli (16) #blacklivesmatter (11) #1 (9) #foreverne (8) #boston (8) #resist (8) #voteblue (8) #dirtywater (7) #nhlbruins (7) #marketing (6)

4,684

Followers With Bio

5,316

Followers Without Bio

46.84%

% With Bio

53.16%

% 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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Viral Tweets

Top 5 by likes+RTs from 3,250 analyzed

7,926

Combined Engagement

0

Total Likes

7,926

Total Retweets

1,585

Avg per Tweet

Key Metrics for Viral Tweets

0%

With Media

0%

With Hashtags

100%

With @Mentions

80%

With Links

Topical Analysis:

Local News Radio Promotion Community Engagement
WBZ NewsRadio
@wbznewsradio

RT @Patriots: 12 is coming home. @TomBrady will be honored at our home opener at @GilletteStadium. Full game info tonight at 8:00 PM on @nflnetwork. https://t.co/ot2iEO7EDa

2023-05-11
Retweets: 3,917 Likes: 0 Engagement: 3,917
WBZ NewsRadio
@wbznewsradio

RT @AP: BREAKING: Rep. George Santos was arrested on federal criminal charges including wire fraud, money laundering and lying to Congress, the U.S. attorney's office says. The New York Republican became infamous for fabricating key parts of his life story. https://t.co/W9cYBcSti

2023-05-10
Retweets: 1,996 Likes: 0 Engagement: 1,996
WBZ NewsRadio
@wbznewsradio

RT @AP: BREAKING: A U.S. Army sergeant has been sentenced to 25 years in prison for fatally shooting a legally armed protester during a 2020 Black Lives Matter demonstration in Texas. Republican Gov. Greg Abbott has said he wants to pardon Daniel Perry. https://t.co/gbrRPs7fi6

2023-05-10
Retweets: 754 Likes: 0 Engagement: 754
WBZ NewsRadio
@wbznewsradio

RT @AP: Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is running for president. The 69-year-old anti-vaccine activist and scion of one of the country’s most famous political families is challenging incumbent President Joe Biden for the Democratic nomination. https://t.co/0oTaM5xPhy

2023-04-06
Retweets: 670 Likes: 0 Engagement: 670
WBZ NewsRadio
@wbznewsradio

RT @FAANews: Southwest Airlines requested the FAA pause the airline’s departures. Please contact Southwest Airlines for more.

2023-04-18
Retweets: 589 Likes: 0 Engagement: 589

Key Insights & Takeaways

The account frequently shares local news and updates, which helps maintain relevance and engagement. It uses links to promote their radio streams and online platforms, encouraging listener interaction. The content often includes multimedia elements like links and videos, which can enhance user experience and drive traffic.

Strengths

  • + Established follower base of 51,586
  • + 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 @wbznewsradio reveals an growing Twitter presence with 51,586 followers. The account demonstrates a content-creator strategy, averaging 5.9 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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About This Analysis: This analysis is based on a snapshot of followers, following, and recent tweets. It evaluates structure, quality, and behavior, not historical growth. Metrics like growth rate, momentum, churn, or spike analysis require time-series data which is not available from a single snapshot.

Data collected and analyzed by twtData | Analysis date: Dec 16, 2025