> ## Knowledge Base Index
> Fetch the complete knowledge base index at: https://help.podscan.fm/sitemap.xml
> Use this file to discover available pages before exploring further.
> Pure-Markdown content can be obtained by appending a '.md' suffix to the content URLs listed in the sitemap (without the trailing slash).

# Mastering Search Across Millions of Episodes

Podscan lets you search through millions of podcast episodes. That's like having a super-powered search engine just for podcasts. Let's learn how to find exactly what you need.

![Main search interface](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/5ec8e994fe60b000/image_22pzat.png)

## Two Ways to Search

Think of these as different zoom levels on a map:
1. Episode Search - Find specific conversations
2. Podcast Search - Find entire shows


![Search type toggle buttons](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/5ec8e994fe60b000/image_647wb8.png)
## Smart Filters

Podcast and episode search have several filters you can set: sorting, active fields, ignore/include, and categories.

#### Episode Search

Sorting can be done by Best Match, Newest, and Oldest.

![Episode sorting](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/5ec8e994fe60b000/image_yne9m4.png)Active fields can be selected on the right, in the "Search in:" section. You can restrict search to the title of the episode, its description, the transcript, or the name of the podcast that episode belongs to.

![Episode search active fields](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/5ec8e994fe60b000/image_1bdo581.png)

You can restrict which podcasts and which categories your search should happen in.

![Episode inlude/exclude](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/5ec8e994fe60b000/image_z9e7x2.png)
Available categories will change as you search:

![Episode categories](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/5ec8e994fe60b000/image_1swdaen.png)

##### Search Examples


Instead of searching just "startup funding", try:
- "raised Series A"
- "venture capital investment"
- "angel investor"
- "seed round"

The system finds variations and related mentions.

![Episode example search](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/5ec8e994fe60b000/image_1raytm1.png)
#### Podcast Search


Sorting can be done by Best Match, Recently Updates, Most Episodes, and Highest Rated:

![Podcast Sorting](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/5ec8e994fe60b000/image_121i9y6.png)
You can select to search in the name of the podcast or in its description. You can also select categories to refine your search.

## Reading Results

Each episode result shows you:
- When it was published
- Number of listens/ratings
- A snippet of context

Click the episode to see the details of the exact moment — including listening to the segment.


Each podcast resuit shows you:
- How many episodes have been published
- How many Apple Podcast ratings the podcast has
- Who publishes the show
- When it was last updated

Click the podcast to see more details, including contact information.


## Search Tips

- Use quotes for exact phrases
- Try different word orders
- Include common misspellings
- Think about how people talk

Remember: People speak differently than they write.

Need to find something specific? Our support team can help craft the perfect search.