Ducks Unplugged
Ducks Unplugged is a podcast where two women from different generations sit down and just start talking.
Work, life, relationships, parenting, pop culture — no topic stays in one lane for long, and nothing is off limits. No scripts. No overthinking. Just real conversations, strong opinions, and the occasional tangent that goes exactly where you’d expect… or nowhere close.
Somewhere in the middle, you’ll pick up real perspective on careers, relationships, and life transitions — the kind that sticks with you long after the conversation ends.
🎙️ New episodes drop every week—subscribe now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube and more!
Episodes
63 episodes
World, We Have Thoughts: Mini
There’s been a LOT happening lately and, naturally, we have thoughts.In this mini episode of Ducks Unplugged, Ashley and Deanna break down the biggest pop culture, entertainment, and news moments that have been living rent-free in their...
The (New) Beginning: Mini
We’re officially one year in, and what better way to celebrate than going back to where it all started?In this special anniversary episode, Ashley and Deanna revisit their very first episode… and let’s just say, we’ve evolved.We...
The Jobs that Made Us: Mini
We all had to start somewhere. In this mini episode of Ducks Unplugged, Ashley and Deanna look back at the jobs that shaped them — from early paychecks to the experiences that stuck (for better or worse).Spoiler: their paths were very d...
Every 10 Years: Unplugged
40 years. Four decades. A lot of questionable trends.In this episode of Ducks Unplugged, Ashley and Deanna take a trip back through time — breaking down the last 40 years in 10-year increments: 1996, 2006, 2016, and 2026.We’re t...
Nobody Told Us: Unplugged
Why didn’t anyone tell us this?In this episode of Ducks Unplugged, Ashley and Deanna get into all the things we had to learn the hard way — about life, work, growing up, and everything in between.We’re talking about:- The le...
Duck Debate, Unpopular Opinions: Mini
Welcome to Deanna and Ashley's home offices!In our first virtual episode, we Duck Debate. This one is all about the unpopular opinions and boy, do we have a lot of them.We debate the important topics, like:✈️Does the middle ...
What Screens Raised You?: Unplugged
What screen raised you? Because the answer might explain… a lot.In this episode of Ducks Unplugged, Ashley and Deanna discuss the fact that didn’t just grow up in different eras — they grew up on different screens.We’re talking:...
Messy Parts: Unplugged
What would your camera roll say about your life? Would it reveal the messy parts?In this episode of Ducks Unplugged, Ashley and Deanna dig into the things we all experience but rarely admit out loud — the messy moments in work, life, an...
February, We Have Thoughts: Unplugged
February… you had a lot going on. Between the Grammys, the Super Bowl, Punch, a flood of new reality TV shows, and everything else fighting for our attention, it felt like culture was moving at full speed. Naturally, we have though...
Ask Us Anything: Mini
It’s back — you asked, we answered.Welcome to another round of Ask Us Anything on Ducks Unplugged. The questions? Varied. The answers? Even more so.In this mini episode, we’re covering topics like:🔥 How to stay motivated whe...
Animal Instincts: Unplugged
Why do animals work so well in marketing? Because emotion sells — and nothing sparks emotion faster than a camel yelling “Hump Day,” or a cute puppy becoming best friends with a Clydesdale.In this episode of Ducks Unplugged, we explore ...
Duck Debate: Mini
Welcome back to our monthly Duck Debate — where opinions fly and feathers get ruffled. 🦆This episode ranges from mildly controversial to aggressively polarizing:🧸 Are giant teddy bears a sweet gesture… or oversized clutter?🍟...
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...
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, ...
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...
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 ...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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 ...
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...
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...
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...