> ## Knowledge Base Index
> Fetch the complete knowledge base index at: https://info.podpitch.com/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).

# 🔍 How to Search & Browse Databases in PodPitch

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You can explore all databases, but pitching is limited to the services included in your plan.

## 📍 Where to Find Search in the New Dashboard

1. Click the **Databases icon** in the left-hand menu
2. Select **My Databases**
3. Choose the database that matches your plan:

* **Podcast Pitching**
* **Journalist Pitching**
* **Newsletter Pitching**

From here, you can start searching and building lists.

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## 🔓 Browsing vs Pitching Access

* ✅ You can **search and browse** all databases
* 🚫 You can only **pitch** from the databases you’re actively paying for

This allows you to research freely while keeping outreach aligned with your subscription.

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## 🎙️ The Podcast Database (Overview)

The **Podcast Database** is your all-in-one podcast discovery tool.

You can search through **millions of podcasts** using advanced filters such as:

* Topic or niche
* Monthly listeners
* Location
* Audience relevance
* Guest preferences

Each podcast result includes detailed insights into reach, engagement, and fit — so you can make informed outreach decisions.

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## 🧠 Smart Search & Recommendations

Our search engine uses advanced algorithms to match your criteria with the most relevant podcasts.

You can:

* Search by **keywords**
* Browse by **category**
* Describe what you’re looking for in plain English
* Upload a list of dream podcasts to find similar shows

The database is continuously updated, so you always have access to new opportunities.

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## 🗂️ Save, Organize & Reuse Lists

💾 **Save & Organize**  
Save your searches as lists to revisit later or reuse across campaigns.

📋 **Flexible Lists**  
Add results from multiple searches into the same list.

🚀 **Easy Campaign Import**  
Add saved lists directly into campaigns for immediate outreach.

📤 **Export & Share**  
Export lists or share them with teammates as needed.

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## 🔍 How to Start a New Search

Click **New Search** to begin.

## Choose Your Search Style

* **Search by Ideas** → Describe what you want in plain English
* **Search by Keywords** → Exact matching for titles, names, or topics

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## Step 1 of 5: Select Media Type

Choose between **Podcasts** or **Journalists** depending on your outreach goal.

You can switch media types anytime using the **purple Switch button**.

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## Step 2 of 5: Describe Your Perfect Match

Tell us what you’re looking for.

Examples:

* “Tech podcasts about AI”
* “Finance journalists covering crypto”

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## Step 3 of 5: Refine Your Search

Use filters to narrow results:

* Monthly audience size
* Location
* Category
* Other relevance signals

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## Step 4 of 5: Avoid Duplicate Outreach

Exclude contacts you’ve already pitched in previous campaigns to prevent duplicate emails.

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## Step 5 of 5: Review & Save Results

Save results to a **Media List**, export them, or add them directly to a campaign.

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## 🔁 Find Similar Podcasts

After selecting a podcast, click **Find Similar Podcasts** to expand your list with shows reaching similar audiences.

You can:

* Add them directly to a campaign
* Save them to a new list (e.g. _“Similar to Amy Porterfield”_)

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## 🎯 Why This Matters

Using smart search, saved lists, and “Find Similar” helps you:

* Build highly targeted outreach lists
* Improve campaign performance
* Save time versus manual research

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✅ That’s it! With **My Databases**, you can now search, organize, and launch outreach faster — all from one unified place.