Ducks 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 should’ve stayed in the drafts, we’re breaking down how hype can create real magic… or total mayhem.

What’s inside:
• A “What the Duck” rant aimed squarely at Meta
• Why smart hype = sticky marketing
• A round of “How Would We Launch…” featuring dramatic blurbs and product tests (things get weird)

Spoiler: not everything lived up to the hype!

🎧 Listen now and decide for yourself—should you believe the hype?

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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-dark toilet paper to a hot dog toaster (yes, really), we’re asking the big questions:
➡️ Would you actually buy this?
🎁 Would you gift it (even as a white elephant)?
🗑️ Or would you immediately hit "nope" and shelve it forever?

And because we love you, we made a real product guide with links to every bizarre thing we found. You're welcome (and also sorry about your next impulse-buy).

🎧 Listen to Buy It, Gift It, Shelve It: Mini
📺 Watch the full episode on our YouTube @DucksUnplugged
🛍️ Shop the guide via link in bio on our Instagram @DucksUnplugged

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🎉 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 jokes before diving into why levity belongs in every marketing campaign. Because let’s face it—marketing should be fun. And fun? That’s where the magic happens. ✨

Then it’s time to turn up the heat with The Speed Round, inspired by Burning Questions from The Ellen Show. Deanna throws surprise questions at Ashley in a lightning-fast showdown. Spoiler: we’re totally not competitive (read: we absolutely are).

Play along, laugh with us, and maybe even steal a few ideas for your next campaign.

🎧 Listen now to The Marketing Game Show: Unplugged!

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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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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) obsession with competing with herself, we’re digging deep—while keeping it real.

🎧 Tune in for laughs, insight, and maybe a few surprise answers we didn’t see coming. Plus, let us know how we did as interviewers!

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🚩 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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🚨 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 ABC, it needs some love).

🎧 If you’re a reality TV junkie with a marketing brain, this one's your dream episode. Tune in for business lessons from the most chaotic corner of TV. Listen to Reality TV & Business: Unplugged

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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 Disney trips are actually… stressful??
– And so much more

Can we defend our takes in under 60 seconds? Or will this spiral into a full-blown Duck Debate?

🎧 Hit play and test your takes with us!

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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 celebrate—or reasons to say “nope, not today.” Find out which quirky holidays we’d proudly mark on our calendars and which we’d ignore faster than an email marked "urgent."

🎧 Tune in now to Micro-Moments & Micro-Holidays: Unplugged

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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 Beauty? Yeah, we went there. 😎✨

🎧 Tune in now and tell us your ultimate dream collab!

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