Podcast Summary: Gals on the Go – "New Year, No Goals"

Date: January 14, 2026
Hosts: Brooke Miccio and Danielle Carolan
Network: PodcastOne (now part of Dear Media)

Episode Overview

In this candid and funny post-holiday episode, best friends Brooke and Danielle kick off 2026 with real talk about New Year’s pressure, why neither is setting traditional "goals" this year, and why they're embracing action and self-acceptance. The conversation flows from chaotic holiday family gatherings and the realities of growing up, to high-stakes suitcase panics and workout class disasters, with lots of relatable tangents and Type-A overthinking.

Throughout the episode, Brooke and Danielle celebrate small wins, validate “just doing” rather than hoping, and share personal stories about anxiety, running marathons, gift-giving mishaps, and dealing with social media FOMO.

Key Discussion Points and Insights

1. Joining Dear Media: Behind-the-Scenes Excitement

The gals announce their transition to Dear Media. While it's an internal change, they're thrilled by the partnership and support.
“We are now signed with Dear Media...we’re officially part of the fam.” (01:26-01:32)
It may not impact listeners directly but motivates the hosts to "do more."
“It only motivates us to want to do more…Dear Media has already been so, so supportive.” —Brooke (02:17)

2. Post-Holiday Reflections & Family Tea

Both discuss chaotic holidays and the adult realization that family gatherings are both emotional and stressful—“not sunshine and rainbows.”
- “This was the first year that I feel like I understand what people mean by that.” —Brooke (03:13)
They bond over “unearthing family tea”—discovering secrets, old stories, or understanding family dynamics as an adult.
- “I love, like, unearthing family tea.” —Danielle (04:16)

3. New Year’s Mentality: No Goals, Just Action

Both grapple with the concept of New Year’s resolutions; neither is setting typical vague goals this year.
- “This is the first New Year's in so long that I didn’t make a list of goals.” —Brooke (06:18)
Danielle reframes her approach: instead of “goals," she’s making an "It’s happening" list.
- “I’m gonna run a half marathon...That’s not even a goal. Like, it’s happening.” —Danielle (06:33)
Both agree actionable, specific plans beat vague aspirations.
- “No word of the year, no vision board yet…” (07:58)
They quote Lauren Tybee: “I don’t have any crazy goals this year ’cause I’m just loving who I’m becoming and I just want to keep doing that.” (08:03)
The gals confess to flopping on abstract resolutions in the past and are now embracing little steps and “doer” energy.
- “I’m kind of over being the type of person that’s like, one day I want to start a business…it’s like, just do it.” —Danielle (09:28)
- “Why are we doing big goals? It's like, just do it — right.” —Brooke (09:43)

4. Embracing Imperfection and Therapy Support

Danielle opens up about putting too much pressure on January, and how therapy taught her to focus on "the next thing," not everything at once.
- “She was like, take a step back. It doesn’t have to be all this pressure… Little steps, little steps.” —Brooke (08:46)
Both stress the importance of therapy for processing guilt and overthinking.
- “I love it as a sounding board for my little concerns that I don’t want to bother you or my mom with..." —Brooke (25:41)

5. Action-Oriented Mindset & "Just Doing"

The hosts share stories showing the power of doing things immediately – from cleaning, running, to picking up new hobbies like mahjong and needlepoint.
- “My goal is to be more of a doer. Just do it.” —Danielle (13:31)
Danielle laughs about her impulsivity with needlepoint and how following urges can spark joy.
They celebrate people who just act (Brooke’s parents “come home and the house is renovated”).
- “When I look at people that I’m inspired by...they are that energy: ‘I just did it.’” —Brooke (15:31)
Both declare 2026 the “Year of Doing.”
- “Maybe that’s our word for the year: ‘Do.' Just the Gals word.” —Brooke (16:11)

6. Running, Fitness, and the Berries Debacle

Brooke shares marathon training progress and insights into running in winter.
- “It is easier to run outside, especially in the winter...you’re not, like, catching your breath as much.” —Brooke (18:24)
Hilarious recount of a panic-inducing Barry’s Bootcamp class, describing feeling overwhelmed, nearly passing out, and the bootcamp’s “not kind” vibe.
- “9 miles per hour on a treadmill is psychotic!” —Brooke (30:02)
- “I can’t let the military gays see me on the floor — that’s embarrassing.” —Brooke (32:40)
Both agree gym/freestyle workouts trump buzzy classes, noting the rise of traditional gyms in their social circles.

7. Relatable Panic Moments

Suitcase Fiasco (22:00-24:24)

Danielle almost loses a suitcase filled with valuables at the airport but trusts her intuition, confronts a couple, and retrieves it.
- “I’m so glad I didn’t let my nervousness stop me…thank God.” —Danielle (22:59)

Gift Exchange Fails (44:53-48:55)

A squatty potty gift is mistaken for a “shelf” during a family gift exchange, leading to awkwardness and trades.
- “I’ll never forget. ‘It’s a shelf.’” —Danielle (48:20)
Both laugh at how gift exchanges reveal group dynamics—and that “gift cards” sometimes rule all.

Luggage Color Debates (52:23-54:07)

Is silver luggage “feminine”? The gals ponder gendered gift-giving and family commentary, sharing their own mishaps.

8. Digitizing Family Videos: Most Meaningful Gift

Brooke’s parents digitized old family tapes—a gift she calls "deeply healing."
- “Seeing tapes of myself as a child, like, basically ever...I felt like, in terms of identity and getting older…then I watched those videos, I’m like, no, I’m literally the same person.” —Brooke (63:37)
She encourages listeners to preserve family memories, promising to share the vendor on IG.

9. Girl Talk Tangents, Organization, and Sentimentality

Both discuss overthinking, writing everything down, and remodeling childhood bedrooms.
Danielle describes remotely coordinating a full bedroom makeover at her parents’ home; Brooke is impressed by doer mentality.
Danielle reflects on embracing a hotel-like “simple, cozy” vibe at home.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

On Resolutions:
- “No word of the year. No vision board yet. But we will make those…” —Brooke (07:58)
- “Maybe that’s our word of the year: do.” —Brooke (16:11)
On Comparison:
- “I love when I’m featured in someone’s [recap video]…there she is again!” —Danielle (12:54)
On Being Honest:
- “I was preparing the biggest bullshit answer of my life...and thank god you answered before I did.” —Danielle (10:02)
On Letting Go:
- “Not every year has to be a groundbreaking re–it’s just not happening like that.” —Brooke (11:35)
Classic Relatable Panic:
- “It was a panic at the disco. How about you? What’s your panic?” —Danielle (25:20)
On Loving the Seasons:
- “I love January. I think I love the winter. I love the seasons…” —Brooke (16:36)
On Family:
- “My parents…come home and the house is renovated. My dad did it by scratch.” —Brooke (15:12)
On Growth:
- “I guess I’m…happy with the person that I’m becoming.” —Danielle (08:46)

Timestamps for Key Segments

Intro & Dear Media Announcement: 01:17–02:46
Holiday Chaos & Family Tea: 03:11–04:27
New Year, No Goals: 06:18–08:46
Therapy & The Pressure of January: 08:46–09:49
Action vs. Dreaming / Doer Energy: 13:28–16:19
Suitcase Panic Story: 22:00–24:24
Barry’s Bootcamp Disaster: 27:31–38:57
Gift Exchange Flops: 44:53–48:55
Digitizing Family Videos (Most Healing Gift): 61:00–64:49
Remodeling Childhood Room / Organization: 66:21–68:18

Tone & Takeaways

This episode is a vibrant, honest, and playful conversation about entering the new year with self-acceptance, being real about pressure, and the power of just "doing." The gals echo sentiments many listeners feel: it’s OK not to chase constant improvement, and sometimes the best energy is to take action, enjoy who you are, and laugh at the little things.

Final Message:
“We’ll be back next week. That’s a promise, not a goal.” —Danielle (70:09)

Follow-Up

The Gals will post the digitization company name on their Instagram, along with their weekly photo dumps and future community info.
Bachelorette trip content coming soon, live from Mexico!

Podcast Summary: Gals on the Go – "New Year, No Goals"

Date: January 14, 2026
Hosts: Brooke Miccio and Danielle Carolan
Network: PodcastOne (now part of Dear Media)

Episode Overview

Key Discussion Points and Insights

1. Joining Dear Media: Behind-the-Scenes Excitement

The gals announce their transition to Dear Media. While it's an internal change, they're thrilled by the partnership and support.
“We are now signed with Dear Media...we’re officially part of the fam.” (01:26-01:32)
It may not impact listeners directly but motivates the hosts to "do more."
“It only motivates us to want to do more…Dear Media has already been so, so supportive.” —Brooke (02:17)

2. Post-Holiday Reflections & Family Tea

Both discuss chaotic holidays and the adult realization that family gatherings are both emotional and stressful—“not sunshine and rainbows.”
- “This was the first year that I feel like I understand what people mean by that.” —Brooke (03:13)
They bond over “unearthing family tea”—discovering secrets, old stories, or understanding family dynamics as an adult.
- “I love, like, unearthing family tea.” —Danielle (04:16)

3. New Year’s Mentality: No Goals, Just Action

Both grapple with the concept of New Year’s resolutions; neither is setting typical vague goals this year.
- “This is the first New Year's in so long that I didn’t make a list of goals.” —Brooke (06:18)
Danielle reframes her approach: instead of “goals," she’s making an "It’s happening" list.
- “I’m gonna run a half marathon...That’s not even a goal. Like, it’s happening.” —Danielle (06:33)
Both agree actionable, specific plans beat vague aspirations.
- “No word of the year, no vision board yet…” (07:58)
They quote Lauren Tybee: “I don’t have any crazy goals this year ’cause I’m just loving who I’m becoming and I just want to keep doing that.” (08:03)
The gals confess to flopping on abstract resolutions in the past and are now embracing little steps and “doer” energy.
- “I’m kind of over being the type of person that’s like, one day I want to start a business…it’s like, just do it.” —Danielle (09:28)
- “Why are we doing big goals? It's like, just do it — right.” —Brooke (09:43)

4. Embracing Imperfection and Therapy Support

Danielle opens up about putting too much pressure on January, and how therapy taught her to focus on "the next thing," not everything at once.
- “She was like, take a step back. It doesn’t have to be all this pressure… Little steps, little steps.” —Brooke (08:46)
Both stress the importance of therapy for processing guilt and overthinking.
- “I love it as a sounding board for my little concerns that I don’t want to bother you or my mom with..." —Brooke (25:41)

5. Action-Oriented Mindset & "Just Doing"

The hosts share stories showing the power of doing things immediately – from cleaning, running, to picking up new hobbies like mahjong and needlepoint.
- “My goal is to be more of a doer. Just do it.” —Danielle (13:31)
Danielle laughs about her impulsivity with needlepoint and how following urges can spark joy.
They celebrate people who just act (Brooke’s parents “come home and the house is renovated”).
- “When I look at people that I’m inspired by...they are that energy: ‘I just did it.’” —Brooke (15:31)
Both declare 2026 the “Year of Doing.”
- “Maybe that’s our word for the year: ‘Do.' Just the Gals word.” —Brooke (16:11)

6. Running, Fitness, and the Berries Debacle

Brooke shares marathon training progress and insights into running in winter.
- “It is easier to run outside, especially in the winter...you’re not, like, catching your breath as much.” —Brooke (18:24)
Hilarious recount of a panic-inducing Barry’s Bootcamp class, describing feeling overwhelmed, nearly passing out, and the bootcamp’s “not kind” vibe.
- “9 miles per hour on a treadmill is psychotic!” —Brooke (30:02)
- “I can’t let the military gays see me on the floor — that’s embarrassing.” —Brooke (32:40)
Both agree gym/freestyle workouts trump buzzy classes, noting the rise of traditional gyms in their social circles.

7. Relatable Panic Moments

Suitcase Fiasco (22:00-24:24)

Danielle almost loses a suitcase filled with valuables at the airport but trusts her intuition, confronts a couple, and retrieves it.
- “I’m so glad I didn’t let my nervousness stop me…thank God.” —Danielle (22:59)

Gift Exchange Fails (44:53-48:55)

A squatty potty gift is mistaken for a “shelf” during a family gift exchange, leading to awkwardness and trades.
- “I’ll never forget. ‘It’s a shelf.’” —Danielle (48:20)
Both laugh at how gift exchanges reveal group dynamics—and that “gift cards” sometimes rule all.

Luggage Color Debates (52:23-54:07)

Is silver luggage “feminine”? The gals ponder gendered gift-giving and family commentary, sharing their own mishaps.

8. Digitizing Family Videos: Most Meaningful Gift

Brooke’s parents digitized old family tapes—a gift she calls "deeply healing."
- “Seeing tapes of myself as a child, like, basically ever...I felt like, in terms of identity and getting older…then I watched those videos, I’m like, no, I’m literally the same person.” —Brooke (63:37)
She encourages listeners to preserve family memories, promising to share the vendor on IG.

9. Girl Talk Tangents, Organization, and Sentimentality

Both discuss overthinking, writing everything down, and remodeling childhood bedrooms.
Danielle describes remotely coordinating a full bedroom makeover at her parents’ home; Brooke is impressed by doer mentality.
Danielle reflects on embracing a hotel-like “simple, cozy” vibe at home.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

On Resolutions:
- “No word of the year. No vision board yet. But we will make those…” —Brooke (07:58)
- “Maybe that’s our word of the year: do.” —Brooke (16:11)
On Comparison:
- “I love when I’m featured in someone’s [recap video]…there she is again!” —Danielle (12:54)
On Being Honest:
- “I was preparing the biggest bullshit answer of my life...and thank god you answered before I did.” —Danielle (10:02)
On Letting Go:
- “Not every year has to be a groundbreaking re–it’s just not happening like that.” —Brooke (11:35)
Classic Relatable Panic:
- “It was a panic at the disco. How about you? What’s your panic?” —Danielle (25:20)
On Loving the Seasons:
- “I love January. I think I love the winter. I love the seasons…” —Brooke (16:36)
On Family:
- “My parents…come home and the house is renovated. My dad did it by scratch.” —Brooke (15:12)
On Growth:
- “I guess I’m…happy with the person that I’m becoming.” —Danielle (08:46)

Timestamps for Key Segments

Intro & Dear Media Announcement: 01:17–02:46
Holiday Chaos & Family Tea: 03:11–04:27
New Year, No Goals: 06:18–08:46
Therapy & The Pressure of January: 08:46–09:49
Action vs. Dreaming / Doer Energy: 13:28–16:19
Suitcase Panic Story: 22:00–24:24
Barry’s Bootcamp Disaster: 27:31–38:57
Gift Exchange Flops: 44:53–48:55
Digitizing Family Videos (Most Healing Gift): 61:00–64:49
Remodeling Childhood Room / Organization: 66:21–68:18

Tone & Takeaways

Final Message:
“We’ll be back next week. That’s a promise, not a goal.” —Danielle (70:09)

Follow-Up

The Gals will post the digitization company name on their Instagram, along with their weekly photo dumps and future community info.
Bachelorette trip content coming soon, live from Mexico!

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Podcast Summary: Gals on the Go – "New Year, No Goals"

Episode Overview

Key Discussion Points and Insights

1. Joining Dear Media: Behind-the-Scenes Excitement

2. Post-Holiday Reflections & Family Tea

3. New Year’s Mentality: No Goals, Just Action

4. Embracing Imperfection and Therapy Support

5. Action-Oriented Mindset & "Just Doing"

6. Running, Fitness, and the Berries Debacle

7. Relatable Panic Moments

Suitcase Fiasco (22:00-24:24)

Gift Exchange Fails (44:53-48:55)

Luggage Color Debates (52:23-54:07)

8. Digitizing Family Videos: Most Meaningful Gift

9. Girl Talk Tangents, Organization, and Sentimentality

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

Timestamps for Key Segments

Tone & Takeaways

Follow-Up

Summary

Podcast Summary: Gals on the Go – "New Year, No Goals"

Episode Overview

Key Discussion Points and Insights

1. Joining Dear Media: Behind-the-Scenes Excitement

2. Post-Holiday Reflections & Family Tea

3. New Year’s Mentality: No Goals, Just Action

4. Embracing Imperfection and Therapy Support

5. Action-Oriented Mindset & "Just Doing"

6. Running, Fitness, and the Berries Debacle

7. Relatable Panic Moments

Suitcase Fiasco (22:00-24:24)

Gift Exchange Fails (44:53-48:55)

Luggage Color Debates (52:23-54:07)

8. Digitizing Family Videos: Most Meaningful Gift

9. Girl Talk Tangents, Organization, and Sentimentality

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

Timestamps for Key Segments

Tone & Takeaways

Follow-Up