Ducks 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...

27 Jan 50min

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...

21 Jan 49min

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 ...

13 Jan 55min

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 insigh...

8 Jan 47min

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 ma...

31 Dec 202541min

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 ...

23 Dec 202546min

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 ...

18 Dec 202549min

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 whic...

11 Dec 202547min