Features & Tools

Using the Explore/Discover page

Find trending stories and commentary opportunities

The Explore page (also called Discover) shows you trending stories from the last 3 days, helping you identify breaking news and opportunities for timely commentary. It's your window into what's happening right now in the media.

Why It Matters

Timing is everything in PR. The Explore page helps you spot stories as they break, giving you the opportunity to provide expert commentary while journalists are actively covering the topic.

What You'll See

The Explore page displays trending stories with:

Story headlines - The main topic being covered

Coverage stats - Number of stories, outlets, and reporters

Trending score - How fast the story is growing

Time window - Stories from the last 24 hours, 3 days, or 7 days

Section filters - Filter by topic categories (Tech, Business, etc.)

Key Features

Story Analytics

Click any story to see detailed analytics including top outlets, reporters, timeline, and momentum.

AskJared Integration

Use AskJared to get AI-powered insights about any trending story with natural language questions.

Real-Time Updates

Stories update every few minutes, so you always see the latest breaking news and trends.

Sorting Options

Sort by trending score or time to find the hottest stories or newest coverage.

How to Use It for PR

Check regularly

Visit the Explore page daily to spot emerging stories in your industry

Click interesting stories

Open the analytics panel to see who's covering it and how

Use AskJared

Ask questions like "Who's leading coverage?" or "What's the key angle?" to understand the story

Identify opportunities

Look for stories where you can provide expert commentary or unique perspective

Pitch quickly

Use the reporter information to craft and send timely pitches while the story is hot

Finding Commentary Opportunities

The Explore page is perfect for newsjacking - the practice of inserting your expertise into breaking news. Here's what to look for:

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Rising stories - Stories with high trending scores that are gaining momentum
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Multiple outlets - Stories covered by 5+ outlets indicate broad interest
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Your expertise - Stories related to your industry where you can add unique value
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Early stage - Stories from the last 24 hours where you can still shape the narrative

Tips for Success

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Filter by section: Use category filters to focus on stories relevant to your industry

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Check analytics: Always open the analytics panel to see which reporters are covering the story

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Move fast: The best commentary opportunities are in the first 24-48 hours

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Use AskJared: Get instant insights about story angles and coverage patterns

Next Steps

Now that you understand the Explore page, learn more about these related features:

How to use AskJared

Tips for finding the right journalist

How to write your first pitch