Be who you are! Brooke Miccio and Danielle Carolan is known for the dishing of all things dating, friendship and family since they launched their Gals on the go Podcast in 2018. Now, when they navigate in their late twenties, they are ready to go even deeper – and nothing is out of bounds.
The couple, who have a total range of over 1.6 million fans across YouTube, Tiktok and Instagram, plan to give their Gal-Pal devoted an all-access to their evolving worlds.
“Our lives have changed completely,” says Miccio, 28. We have moved states, undergone collapse, started new relationships, made new friends and had to learn that navigating the 20s feels like a roller coaster. … We have grown up and are ready to talk about topics that we threw away from earlier. “
Carolan, 26, agrees and adds, “Now that we both move in with our boyfriends, make friends as adults and navigate the complexity of growing up, it felt right to give the show a more unfiltered feeling.”
Despite the many shifts, one thing remains constant: their commitment to remaining confident and authentic.
“It can be hard to feel comfortable being yourself online. You put yourself out there in public, and it’s scary to know that your content can end up in other people’s group chat,” Miccio admits. “You just have to let go. I almost pretend that I’m 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 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 have 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 of their positions and beyond.
“I read my comments directly about the content I upload, check out my DMs, my E emails, and I leave it,” Miccio explains.
“It’s your feed and you get to choose what you eat and how you contribute. Take back your power. … I’m not seeking statements on forums or gossip pages because people who spend their time trolling or talking about others anonymous are not the ones I want to seek opinions from,” she adds.
Carolan is dependent on a similar approach and is not shy about setting boundaries online.
“If anyone has time to leave hate, it says more about them than it does about me. I remain focused on the people I try to reach out. … It’s not always easy, but reminds myself of my purpose and remains grounded in the support I receive, too, helps a lot. Also, the mute and block buttons are found for a reason, so protect your peace,” she shares.
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