Be who you are! Brooke Miccio and Danielle Carolan are known for dishing on all things dating, friendship, and family since launching their Gals on the Go podcast in 2018. Now, as they navigate their late twenties, they’re ready to go even deeper — and nothing is off limits.
The pair, who have a combined reach of over 1.6 million fans across YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram, plan to give their gal-pal devotees an all-access pass into their evolving worlds.
“Our lives have completely changed,” Miccio, 28, says. We’ve moved states, gone through breakups, started new relationships, made new friends, and had to learn that navigating your 20s feels like a rollercoaster. … We have grown up and are ready to talk about subjects that we shied away from in the past.”
Carolan, 26, agrees, adding, “Now that we’re both moving in with our boyfriends, making friends as adults, and navigating the complexities of growing up, it felt right to give the show a more unfiltered feel.”
Despite the many shifts, one thing remains constant: their commitment to staying confident and authentic.
“It can be hard to feel comfortable being yourself online. You’re putting yourself out there publicly, and it is scary to know that your content could end up in someone’s group chat,” Miccio admits. “You have to just let go. I almost pretend I am someone else; someone who doesn’t care if others stare at me while I vlog or take photos in the middle of a crowded street.”
Carolan’s approach? “People can feel when you’re being real. … Don’t try to emulate someone else’s formula. Your voice is what makes you valuable. I always say, ‘Act like you’re on FaceTime with a friend.’ … I’ve also learned how important it is to hype myself up — even when it feels silly — and to take breaks when I need to reset.”
This includes handling unwanted criticism on their posts and beyond.
“I read my comments directly on the content I upload, check my DMs, my emails, and I leave it at that,” Miccio explains.
“It is your feed, and you get to choose what you consume and how you contribute. Take back your power. … I don’t seek out opinions on forums or gossip sites, because people who spend their time trolling or talking about others anonymously aren’t those I’d want to seek opinions from,” she adds.
Carolan relies on a similar approach and isn’t shy about setting boundaries online.
“If someone has time to leave hate, it says more about them than it does about me. I stay focused on the people I’m trying to reach. … It’s not always easy, but reminding myself of my purpose and staying grounded in the support I receive helps a lot. Also, the mute and block buttons exist for a reason, so protect your peace,” she shares.
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