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
31 episodes
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
Duck Debate Part 2: Mini
Welcome to Duck Debate: Part 2! Ashley and Deanna are back at it—taking on the questions no one asked us to answer but everyone has an opinion about.From whether parallel parking is a critical life skill, to if cruises count as real vac...
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Season 1
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Episode 27
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25:15
Mythbusters: Unplugged
Welcome to Mythbusters: Unplugged! We’ve all heard the agency rumors: bigger agencies mean bigger results, agencies only care about creative, and in-house teams can do it all. But are those really true—or just myths that need busting?In...
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Season 1
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Episode 26
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46:01
One Pitch, Three Ways: Mini
How do you sell the same product to totally different generations?We’re putting our sales caps on and turning this episode into a real-life round of Shark Tank, as Deanna and Ashley go head-to-head with audience-tailored pitches. Five p...
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Season 1
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Episode 25
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35:12
Believe the Hype?: Unplugged
Is it buzz-worthy or just…busted? In this episode of Ducks Unplugged, we’re talking about the brands that know how to build hype—and the ones that crash and burn trying.From Liquid Death’s cult following 💀 to product launches that shoul...
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Season 1
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Episode 24
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51:38
Buy It, Gift It, Shelve It: Mini
We went deep into the weird corners of the internet… and found some absolutely insane products.In this mini episode of Ducks Unplugged, we’re playing Buy It, Gift It, Shelve It — your new favorite unhinged product game. From glow-in-the...
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Season 1
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Episode 23
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23:14
The Marketing Gameshow: Unplugged
🎉 Game on, marketers! In this episode of Ducks Unplugged, we're bringing the fun—and the pickles. Yep, pickles are having a moment, and we’re here for it. 🥒We kick things off with a little “What the Duck?” and a couple of solid dad joke...
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Season 1
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Episode 22
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36:43
Marketing Superlatives: Mini
Class is in session! Put down your pencil and pay attention as we flip through the brand yearbook in this episode of Ducks Unplugged. 👩🎓📓Remember high school superlatives? Well, we’re giving them a marketing makeover. From Most Athleti...
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Season 1
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Episode 21
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21:57
Welcome to 'Backstory': Unplugged
Welcome to the debut of our Backstory series! Asking the right questions? It’s not just for first dates and reality TV confessionals. It's the foundation of killer client relationships, brand building, and campaigns that actually convert.
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Season 1
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Episode 20
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53:57
Red Flag or Green Flag: Mini
🚩 Red flag or ✅ green flag? We're throwing down some serious opinions in this sassy hot-take episode of Ducks Unplugged. Erin's back in the studio, and we're tackling everything from relentless positivity (is this actually a red flag?) to weari...
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Season 1
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Episode 19
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17:49
Reality TV & Business: Unplugged
🚨 This one’s a bit different—made special for our REALITY TV FANS.We’re sipping Loverboy and spilling the tea on how reality TV became a business powerhouse. From iconic franchises to influencer-led empires, reality stars are out here b...
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Season 1
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Episode 18
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51:03
Rapid Fire Reactions: Mini
That’s it—we’re starting the timer on these hot takes!In this Rapid Fire Reactions: Mini episode of Ducks Unplugged, we’re joined once again by Erin Campbell for a high-stakes (and highly entertaining) timed round of hot takes on trendi...
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Season 1
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Episode 17
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27:59
Micro-Moments & Micro-Holidays: Unplugged
Alright brands, it’s 2025—let’s talk micro-moments as a way of connecting with your customer. Conference swag bags? Ashley’s ride-or-die for these babies, but some of those other branded micro-moments? They need a vibe check. We’re picking them...
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Season 1
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Episode 16
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45:52
The Collab Era: Unplugged
Buckle up, we’re officially entering our collab era! From epic brand match-ups to reality-TV royalty (Bravo collabs, anyone?), we’re breaking down what makes collaborations legendary. Are collabs strictly Gen Z territory, or can everyone get in...
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Season 1
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Episode 15
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37:23
Odd Jobs: Mini
Get ready—we’re diving deep into the world of wild, weird, and wonderful jobs you never knew existed! 🤯 Could you handle being a professional cuddler? What about testing brand-new amusement park rides—brave enough to be first in line?In...
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Season 1
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Episode 14
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12:01
Road to 50: Mini
In this Ducks Unplugged mini-episode, Deanna’s giving the big 5-0 a glow-up! ✨ It’s not about slowing down—it’s about rethinking milestones and making them mean something fresh.Ever thought about how YOU would rebrand a major life miles...
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Season 1
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Episode 13
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23:12
Rebranding Work & Life: Unplugged
Who doesn't love a good rebrand? In this episode, we share the story behind the Blue Duck Agency rebrand—and trust us, it started in the most unexpected way. The real fun (and chaos) came when Deanna and Ashley realized that rebrands are not fo...
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Season 1
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Episode 12
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54:27
So Many "What Ifs": Unplugged
🚨Alert: You don’t want to miss this episode!🚨Welcome to the brand-new Ducks Unplugged studio! In this special episode, we explore a world of "what ifs" that you won’t want to miss. What if we re-imagined a brand for an unlikely audience...
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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42:32
Cool Apps: Mini
In this Ducks Unplugged mini-episode, we’re diving into cool apps you need to know! We’ve crowdsourced a list of apps that’ll make your life easier, more exciting, and maybe even a little more fun. From ChatGPT (yes, it’s on mobile!) to Good Re...
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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12:57
Age Matters: Unplugged
In this episode of Ducks Unplugged, we’re joined by Deanna's daughter, and our resident Gen-Z expert, Amy to tackle the generational marketing landscape. From how to make your brand relevant to Gen Z—authenticity and honesty are the name of the...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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55:52
Product Glow Ups & Office Fails: Mini
In this episode of Ducks Unplugged, we’re joined by two of our amazing Blue Duck Agency creatives—Sara Winslow, Creative Director, and Jen Carney, Art Director—to explore how we would give some well-known brands a glow up. Can Celtics' fans han...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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21:24
Marry, Date, Ghost (The Brand Edition): Mini
In this Ducks Unplugged mini-episode, we’re playing a game of Marry, Date, Ghost with top brands—like Amazon, Starbucks, Hermes (how do you pronounce that?) and Bravo. Yes, you read that right. Because of course we would, we’re marketers!
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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11:22