Episode 49 - Lights, Cameras, Chaos: Unplugged
Video can be powerful… or painfully forgettable.
There’s rarely an in-between. In this episode of Ducks Unplugged, we’re unpacking why video works, why it fails, and what brands should be doing differently in 2026 — starting with the first 10 seconds.
From a “What the Duck?” moment involving diapers on New Year’s Eve in NYC to a nostalgic deep dive into why one classic Folgers commercial still hits, we’re talking about the emotional impact video can have when it’s done right.
🎥 Video moments that changed us
🧠 Why most brand videos don’t work
🔥 Hot Takes Reel (rapid-fire, no hesitation)
🚀 How Pampers and Amazon could rethink their video approach
We also get real about why boutique agencies are best positioned to fix today’s video chaos — and what brands should be shooting this, not that as we head into the future.
Hit play for unfiltered opinions, creative pressure, and video advice you’ll actually remember.