Ducks Unplugged
Welcome to Ducks Unplugged—where work, life, and a little bit of chaos come together. Hosted by two marketing minds who keep it real, we dive into business, creativity, and whatever else comes up—no fluff, just good conversation. Expect fresh takes, unexpected tangents, and special guests along the way. Whether you're here for the insights or just the banter, we’ve got you covered.
🎙️ New episodes drop every week(ish)—subscribe now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and more!
Episodes
51 episodes
Leadership Unfiltered: Unplugged
Leadership gets talked about a lot. This episode talks about it honestly.In Leadership Unfiltered: Unplugged, Ashley and Deanna strip away the buzzwords and dig into how leadership actually shows up — especially as it continues to evolv...
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Season 1
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Episode 51
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39:47
Duck Debate, Superbowl Edition: Mini
Short episode. Strong opinions. Questionable takes. 🦆🏈In this Super Bowl–inspired mini episode, Ashley and Deanna debate everything football-adjacent as we start thinking about game-day plans — and somehow end up arguing about fingers, ...
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Season 1
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Episode 50
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26:37
Lights, Cameras, Chaos: Unplugged
This one started with video… and spiraled into chaos (the good kind).In this episode of Ducks Unplugged, Ashley and Deanna break down why video works, why it so often doesn’t, and what brands should actually be doing in 2026 to stop was...
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Season 1
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Episode 49
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50:11
Membership Madness: Unplugged
Memberships are everywhere. That doesn’t mean they’re working.In this episode of Ducks Unplugged, we go deep on memberships — the good, the bad, and the ones that probably shouldn’t exist at all. We talk through why so many brands rush ...
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Season 1
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Episode 48
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49:19
Comeback Stories: Unplugged
Everyone loves a comeback. From nostalgic brands and ‘90s icons to athletes, marketers, and real-life underdogs—there’s something about the rebound arc that hits every time.In this episode of Ducks Unplugged, we dive into the power of t...
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Season 1
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Episode 47
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55:37
New Year, New Energy: Unplugged
We're kicking off 2026 with big energy and a fresh mindset. In this episode, we’re talking about what it means to reset, recharge, and refocus—for your life and for business. This one’s full of insight and energy:🧘♀️ What we’re leaving...
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Season 1
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Episode 46
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47:42
Predictions: Unplugged
This was supposed to be a mini… but the Ducks got carried away.In this full-on forecast episode, Ashley and Deanna look into their crystal ball and share their boldest predictions for 2026 — from marketing trends to business shifts to t...
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Season 1
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Episode 45
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41:25
Holiday Brand Crisis Hotline: Unplugged
Happy Holidays from Ducks Unplugged! 🎄This episode is wrapped in festive chaos and sprinkled with all the marketing magic (and meltdowns) December has to offer. From wild Christmas sweaters to the most mind-blowing way to tie your shoes...
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Season 1
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Episode 44
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46:47
The "Icks": Unplugged
You don’t always know it’s an ick… until it icks. 😬In this episode, we unpack the rise of “the ick” — where it comes from, how personal icks can be, and how brands (for better or worse) try to use icks in marketing. Can marketers succes...
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Season 1
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Episode 43
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49:53
The Mascot Effect: Unplugged
2-4-6-8 — who do we appreciate? Mascots!In this episode, we're diving headfirst into the world of brand mascots. From the psychology behind why they work, to which ones are boosting brands… and which ones might actually be holding them ...
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Season 1
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Episode 42
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47:08
Fix that Brand!: Mini
What do Victoria’s Secret, Peloton, and Toys R Us all have in common? They’ve made it to the hot seat on this week’s Fix That Brand episode!Join Ashley and Deanna as they go full strategy mode—rewriting taglines, reimagining brand posit...
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Season 1
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Episode 41
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32:58
Ducksgiving: Unplugged
Pour the gravy and grab a seat — it’s a Ducksgiving special!In this episode of Ducksgiving: Unplugged, Deanna and Ashley carve into the Thanksgiving marketing landscape and uncover the truth behind marketing at this time of year. From t...
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Season 1
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Episode 40
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47:52
Duck Debate (Turkey Day Edition): Mini
It’s our monthly Duck Debate… Thanksgiving style! 🍗🍂This one is stuffed with opinions, laughter, and a few debates that may ruin family dinners forever. We're diving headfirst into holiday hot topics like:🥧 Is pie really a Thank...
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Season 1
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Episode 39
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30:09
Blind Marketing Test: Unplugged
This week, we’re tapping into every sense—because great marketing isn’t just seen… it’s smelled, heard, tasted, and felt. Marketing is a full‑body experience, and today we prove it. Erin Campbell joins us for a wild episode where we talk:
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Season 1
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Episode 38
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45:51
Duck Debate (it's now monthly!): Mini
It’s officially official — Duck Debate is now a monthly fixture, and this one might ruffle a few feathers. 🦆In this episode, Ashley and Deanna dive beak-first into the hot takes and heated debates—from pumpkin spice overload and dogs in...
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Season 1
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Episode 37
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24:05
Creepin' It Real: Unplugged
In this spooktacular Halloween edition of Ducks Unplugged, we’re serving up creative costumes (with an outfit change!) and clever marketing insights. 👻💀 We’re talking FEAR in marketing — how it motivates consumers and when it actually w...
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Season 1
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Episode 36
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47:10
Owning Your Like Factor: Mini
Owning your like factor — it’s not a weakness, it’s your superpower. 💪This week, we’re getting real about why being likeable gets such a bad rap — and how it’s actually key to building authentic connections, winning over clients, and cr...
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Season 1
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Episode 35
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38:09
Duck Debate (sort of!): Mini
It’s official — by popular demand, Duck Debate is now a monthly thing! Plus, we’re spicing our Mini episodes up with a brand‑new segment: Marketing Hot Takes.This week, we’re diving into:🍳 Cracker Barrel's flash-in-the-pan rebrand (...
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Season 1
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Episode 34
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28:23
The Art of Being (un)Balanced: Unplugged
Can we really have it all? Is work-life balance a real thing—or just a clever marketing ploy?In this episode of Ducks Unplugged, Ashley and Deanna dig into the messy truth about "balance." From chaotic workdays to scroll-heavy evenings,...
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Season 1
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Episode 33
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48:27
Ask Us Anything!: Mini
You asked. We answered. 💬This Ask Us Anything: Mini episode is powered by YOU—our amazing listeners! We opened up the mic to your best questions and topics, and you delivered everything from marketing curveballs to behind‑the‑scenes cur...
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Season 1
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Episode 32
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32:59
What would Ted do?: Unplugged
If leadership isn’t one-size-fits-all…how do you know when it fits? In this episode of Ducks Unplugged, Deanna and Ashley ask a big question: What would Ted Lasso do? And unpack what goldfish, mustaches, and great leadership have in common....
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Season 1
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Episode 31
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46:14
My, How Things Have Changed: Unplugged
Welcome to My, How Things Have Changed: Unplugged! In this episode, Ashley and Deanna take a trip back in time to revisit what marketing was like in a different time — warning, it was a shocking reminder.We dig into vintage ads that wou...
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Season 1
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Episode 30
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47:28
Main Character Energy: Mini
Welcome to Main Character Energy: Mini! Ashley and Deanna are joined by our favorite recurring guest, Erin Campbell, to unpack what’s giving off major main character energy right now.Each of us brought a few picks (okay, Deanna brought ...
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Season 1
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Episode 29
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25:45
Marketing Confessions: Unplugged
Welcome to Marketing Confessions: Unplugged! Mistakes happen in marketing—it’s inevitable. The key is catching them before they spiral… but let’s be honest, sometimes they make it all the way out into the world.In this episode, we dig i...
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Season 1
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Episode 28
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52:23