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Ducks Unplugged

Ducks Unplugged by Blue Duck Agency

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!

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21:57

Marketing Superlatives: Mini

Ducks Unplugged ·

2025/07/17

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 Athletic to Best Couple to Class Clown and more, we’re handing out the titles and deciding which brands deserve the crown. 🎧 Listen to Marketing Superlatives: Mini—where marketing meets the lunch table drama.

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53:57

Welcome to 'Backstory': Unplugged

Ducks Unplugged ·

2025/07/10

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. In this episode, we’re flipping the mics on ourselves and asking the hard hitting questions! Deanna and Ashley interview each other to uncover what really makes us tick. From Deanna’s journey as a powerhouse marketing leader to Ashley’s (very millennial) ob...

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17:49

Red Flag or Green Flag: Mini

Ducks Unplugged ·

2025/07/03

🚩 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 wearing socks to bed. Oh—and if you're out here talking on speakerphone in public... we have thoughts. Play along and wave your own flags—what's a dealbreaker and what's just misunderstood? 🎧 Listen to Red Flag or Green Flag: Mini now!

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51:03

Reality TV & Business: Unplugged

Ducks Unplugged ·

2025/06/25

🚨 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 building brand deals, e-commerce empires, and cult followings like it’s their job (because it is). Not everyone gets it right—but those who do? Chef’s kiss. We also put our Producer hats on and share how we would revamp The Bachelor franchise (no offense

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27:59

Rapid Fire Reactions: Mini

Ducks Unplugged ·

2025/06/17

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 trending topics in marketing, pop culture, and work-life. Each of us only gets ONE PASS... so use it wisely. We’re dishing on: – The “goodnight” trend (we ship it) – Whether anyone is using Threads – TikTok fashion aesthetics (Coastal Grandma, obviously) – If Disn...

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45:52

Micro-Moments & Micro-Holidays: Unplugged

Ducks Unplugged ·

2025/06/12

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 at random from a bowl and deciding if they get to stay, need a major makeover, or if it’s just time for the trash. And since we’re feeling festive, we’re inventing our own micro-holidays too. Because let’s be real, we ALL need more reasons to celebrat...

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23:12

Road to 50: Mini

Ducks Unplugged ·

2025/06/02

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 milestone? What’s on your bucket list? Something wild, something exciting? We’re diving into some life edition “What If” questions, too—because why not? 🎧 Listen now and let us know what else Deanna should add to her bucket list!

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12:01

Odd Jobs: Mini

Ducks Unplugged ·

2025/06/02

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 this Ducks Unplugged mini-episode, we’re asking: Wait, that's a real job? Would we do it? Could we actually pull it off? (Spoiler: some of these are WAY harder than they sound.) By the end, we’ve got a whole new appreciation for the brave souls who rock

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37:23

The Collab Era: Unplugged

Ducks Unplugged ·

2025/06/02

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 on the fun? Crocs—we see you crushing it every time, and Bravo’s Kyle Cooke, we've got some spicy collab ideas you'll love! Plus, don’t miss our wild-card collab generator and a live brainstorm where we dream up unexpected pairings—White Claw x Fenty ...

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54:27

Rebranding Work & Life: Unplugged

Ducks Unplugged ·

2025/05/28

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 for the faint of heart. Spoiler: we made it through and came out stronger on the other side. Plus, we're diving into all things "rebrand"! Have you gone through a personal rebrand? Or ever thought about a brand you’d like to give a makeover? And of cour...

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23:12

Bucket List vs. Road to 50: Mini

Ducks Unplugged ·

2025/05/28

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 milestone? What’s on your bucket list? Something wild, something exciting? We’re diving into some life edition “What If” questions, too—because why not? 🎧 Listen now and let us know what else Deanna should add to her bucket list!

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42:32

So Many "What Ifs": Unplugged

Ducks Unplugged ·

2025/05/22

🚨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? What if brands were people? Where would Google go on vacation? Would brands have dating profiles (and how unhinged would Taco Bell's be)? 😅 We also ask the big questions: What would Deanna and Ashley do if they weren’t marketers? Plus, Trader Joes

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12:57

Cool Apps: Mini

Ducks Unplugged ·

2025/05/21

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 Reads, and even a Flush Toilet Finder App—we’ve got something for everyone. And yes, we have multiple toilet apps on the list. 😂 🎧 Listen now and tell us your favorite app! Let’s make life a little bit easier and a lot more fun.

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55:52

Age Matters: Unplugged

Ducks Unplugged ·

2025/05/21

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 game—to why non-digital channels shouldn’t be ruled out to reach this generation. And let’s not forget Gen X and Boomers, who are doing the majority of the spending right now! Oh, and why do Millennials get blamed for, well, everything? (Sorry for try...

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21:24

Product Glow Ups & Office Fails: Mini

Ducks Unplugged ·

2025/05/21

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 handle a rebrand? Why is Goo Gone such a miracle product? Plus, we dive into a new segment, Ducks Unhinged, where we share the craziest work and work-adjacent moments. Like when Ashley accidentally asked a co-worker out (Surprise! They’re married now.) Or...

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11:22

Marry, Date, Ghost (The Brand Edition): Mini

Ducks Unplugged ·

2025/05/12

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! How could we ever choose between these iconic brands? Listen along as Deanna and Ashley debate who they'd marry, who they'd date, and who they'd ghost. It’s all in good fun, and you might even get some brand insights along the way! 🎧 Listen now and play

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45:44

Hot Takes & Hard Passes: Unplugged

Ducks Unplugged ·

2025/05/09

In this episode, we’re diving headfirst into a live brainstorm to reimagine iconic brands—no pressure, right? Join us as we give our takes on Black Friday, Netflix, and Match.com. Oh, and Netflix, we've got a new product package for you—you're welcome! Plus, a round of hot takes (FYI—annual performance reviews are out) and the work hacks we use here at Blue Duck Agency to keep things rolling smoothly. 🎧 Listen now and let us know what you think! Also, spoiler alert: we might have just

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17:31

IYKYK: Mini

Ducks Unplugged ·

2025/05/09

Can you guess these Gen Z phrases? In this episode we're joined by special guest, Amy our resident Gen Zer who is here to remind us just how old we actually are. We were hoping to "leave no crumbs" but accidentally gave Amy the "ick". Listen as we get schooled by Amy and laugh at our own “old” moments. Spoiler alert: things get cringey, but it’s all in good fun! 🎧 Listen now and see if you can guess the Gen Z phrases too!

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18:28

Ducks Debate: Mini

Ducks Unplugged ·

2025/05/02

In this mini episode of Ducks Unplugged, we’re diving into our first-ever Ducks Debate—where Ashley and Deanna go head-to-head on the "really important" stuff. Like… – Does the middle seat get both armrests? – What is the superior Starburst flavor? – What is going on with LinkedIn right now? – And our biggest disagreement yet: should you make the bed right when you wake up? No business buzzwords, just opinions, side-eyes, and a few laughs. 🎙️ Hit play and weigh in—because some things are

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55:39

Leading with Impact: Unplugged

Ducks Unplugged ·

2025/04/30

In this episode of Ducks Unplugged, we're getting real about leadership—the good, the bad, and the totally misguided. Today, we're diving into: – What true leadership looks like (and what it absolutely doesn't) – Why Ted Lasso might actually be the GOAT of leaders – Why an office pizza party is not—and never will be—company culture – That one time Deanna almost didn't hire Ashley (spoiler: it worked out) If you’ve ever had a great boss, a terrible boss, or wondered what real leadership shou...

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