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 Two Ways to Search Think of these as different zoom levels on a map: Episode Search - Find specific conversations Podcast Search - Find entire shows Search type toggle buttons (https://storage.crisFew readersFinding & Pitching Podcasts for Client Placements
Podcast booking is a research-intensive business. For every successful client placement, you've likely reviewed dozens of shows, listened to sample episodes, researched audience fit, and crafted personalized pitches — all before getting a single response. Podscan compresses that workflow. Find the right podcasts faster, pitch with better intel, and track placements across your entire client roster. The Booking Agency Workflow 1. Building a Targeted Podcast List Start with the criteriaFew readersSearching for People, Brands and Influencers
The People and Brands search helps you research individuals and organizations mentioned across the podcast landscape. Use it to find influencers, track brand mentions, identify frequent guests, and discover potential collaborators. Accessing People and Brands Search Navigate to Search in the main navigation Click the People and Brands tab What You Can Find Podscan extracts and indexes entities mentioned in podcast transcripts: People: Hosts, guests, experts, celebrFew readersCompetitive Intelligence for Marketing Teams: Tracking Competitors Across Podcasts
Your competitors are appearing on podcasts, sponsoring shows, and getting mentioned in industry conversations. Every week, they're reaching audiences you might not even know exist — sharing messaging, positioning products, and building credibility with potential customers. Most marketing teams have no visibility into this. You shouldn't be one of them. Why Podcast Competitive Intelligence Matters Podcasts are where industry insiders speak candidly. Competitors reveal: Their positioning aFew readersFiltering Podcasts by Audience Demographics
The Demographics section helps you discover podcasts based on who listens to them, not just what they talk about. This is essential for advertisers, sponsors, and content creators seeking to reach specific audience segments. Accessing Demographics Navigate to Demographics in the main navigation menu. Available Demographic Filters Audience Characteristics Age group: Primary listener age range (18-24, 25-34, 35-44, 45-54, 55-64, 65+) Gender skew: Male-skewed, Female-Few readersTracking Topic Trends and Analysis
The Topics section provides analytics on discussion themes across podcasts. Use it to discover what's trending, identify content opportunities, and understand how conversations evolve over time. Accessing Topics Navigate to Topics in the main navigation menu. Topics Dashboard Overview The dashboard displays: Total topics count: Number of distinct topics tracked Total mentions count: All topic mentions across podcasts Active topics (last 7 days): Topics with recenFew readersUsing Apple and Spotify Charts for Competitive Analysis
The Charts section tracks podcast rankings across major platforms, providing valuable competitive intelligence and market insights. Understanding chart performance helps identify opportunities, track competitors, and discover trending content. Accessing Charts Navigate to Charts in the main navigation menu. Apple Podcasts Charts Apple Podcasts remains one of the most influential podcast directories. Its chart rankings significantly impact visibility and discovery. FeaturesFew readers