The Global Girlfriend

Ready to update your 2025 travel bucket list? In this fun duo episode, Brianna and Morgan dive into Time Out’s “25 Best Things to Do in the World in 2025” and play a travel-lover’s version of Smash or Pass . From Arctic micro-cruises and vintage steam trains in Vietnam to wild new museums, creative cities, and party spots you may (or may not ) want to visit, we’re breaking down which global experi...

In this episode of The Global Girlfriend Podcast , we sit down with a very special guest, Morgan’s fiancé, Danny Clynes , an avid outdoorsman, hiker, backpacker, and passionate fly fisherman. If you love outdoor travel , adventure tourism , or exploring nature while living and traveling abroad, this episode is for you. Danny shares how his love of the outdoors began in the Ozarks and evolved into...

What happens when your life changes in a single moment, and you refuse to stop exploring the world anyway? In this powerful episode, we sit down with Evan Folan , the first-ever man to join The Global Girlfriend , to share his unbelievable story of surviving a traumatic brain injury (TBI) after a freak semi-truck accident on a California freeway. Evan opens up about the day that changed his life,...

In this soulful and deeply relatable episode of The Global Girlfriend , we sit down with one of Morgan’s closest friends, and OG travel buddy, Dani Smith to talk about carving out a life that feels meaningful, intentional, and true to who you are. Dani takes us through her decade-long journey of living across the U.S., exploring new cultures, switching careers, and learning to trust her curiosity....

What does it take to see the world when the world isn’t always built for you? In this inspiring episode we sit down with disability advocate, writer, and photographer Michelle Steiner to talk about navigating travel through the lens of a learning disability. Michelle shares her story of resilience: from being told she couldn’t go to college to proving everyone wrong, building a life she loves, and...

What’s it really like to start over in a new country, again, in your 30s? In this episode we sit down with Lauren Riley , who has lived across three continents and recently relocated to the UK for work. Together, we dive into the side of relocating that doesn’t make it to Instagram: the quiet moments, the unexpected challenges, and the emotional rollercoaster of rebuilding your life abroad as an a...

In this powerful and heart-opening episode we sit down with Moira Khan: grief coach, educator, and founder of Griefspan Education . Moira shares how her international journey took a devastating turn when she experienced the tragic loss of her family while living abroad. Instead of shutting down, she transformed her pain into purpose, creating a compassionate global community for others navigating...

Can you have a full-time career, a marriage, a mortgage, and still see the world? In this episode, Morgan and Brianna sit down with Morgan’s childhood friend, Nikki, a nurse anesthetist who’s proving that “normal” doesn’t have to mean ordinary. On paper, Nikki’s life checks every conventional box: a successful career in healthcare, a stable marriage, and roots planted at home. But behind the scene...

This week on The Global Girlfriend, we sit down with Sofia, a Portuguese event producer whose leap of faith took her from the sunshine of Lisbon to the hustle of London. We talk about what it really means to start over in a new city: the loneliness, the late nights, and the unexpected joys that come with carving out a life abroad. From volunteering at a festival in Albania to building a thriving f...

In this episode of The Global Girlfriend, we share the travel stories that still stick with us, like the strangers who spotted us money in Madrid, offered us beds when we had nowhere to stay, or insisted we join them for lamb in Greece. These small acts of kindness turned into big memories and lifelong lessons. We also talk about the ways we try to spread kindness when we travel, whether it’s a sm...

There’s something unforgettable about the first time you do something while traveling, it changes how you see the world and yourself. In this episode we’re diving into our most memorable “firsts”: backpacking across Argentina, gazing at an untouched night sky, standing on top of our first mountain summit, and the solo trip that taught us why being single is better than settling. These milestone mo...

What’s up, girlfriends? This week we’re spilling all our secrets on how to have the most epic road trips. We’ve packed cars full of girlfriends and cruised across the Balkans, Southern Europe, and North America, and now we’re here to share our best tips for making your next adventure completely unforgettable. Whether you’re dreaming of road-tripping through Albania, Montenegro, Croatia, Bosnia, It...

This week, we’re talking food. Why is it that we sometimes forget the names of places we’ve visited, but never the meals we ate there? In this episode, we share the best dishes we’ve ever had, how travel has shaped the way we cook, our favorite markets, and a few memorable food mishaps along the way. If food is one of your favorite parts of travel, this episode is for you. Connect with us online!...

It's never too late to create your annual travel goals, and this year we are doing it in August. In this episode we share our big and small travel goals. Ranging from hiking in Pakistan to scooting through Bali we can't wait for the year ahead. We also share our best tips for how to set travel goals and actually make them happen. We hope this convo leaves you feeling inspired to book some flights!...

We're not 23 anymore. Let's talk about it. This week's episode is all about gracefully letting of the "young cool travel girl" aesthetic and lifestyle when you get to your 30s. We reminisce on nights spent on airport floors and good times in 16 bed mixed dorms. We also get into to how travel has changed for us slightly as time has gone on. We are still adventurous, we still f...

Welcome to the Global Girlfriend! In this episode we continue to explore what it's like missing out on big and small things at home when you live abroad. This week, we talk about all the weddings we've missed, the harder moments of missing deaths and funerals and we offer tips on how to work through those experiences when you are all alone on the other side of the world. If you've ever...

In this spontaneous and heartwarming episode, we’re joined by a surprise guest—Brianna’s sister Ciara! Together, we dive into the realities of having siblings who live abroad, from missed milestones to the joy and chaos of reunions. Ciara opens up about what it’s really like to be the one holding down the fort at home while both her sisters live overseas. We laugh, we get real, and we unpack the e...

In this episode of The Global Girlfriend, we dive deep into one of the biggest gifts of living abroad: open-mindedness. From culture shock at the Albanian post office and redefining beauty standards in Kenya and Jamaica, to embracing siestas in Spain and daily offerings in Bali - we share real, funny, and sometimes eye-opening stories about how travel has forced us to question what we thought we k...

In this episode of The Global Girlfriend, we open up about what it really takes to build confidence while living, traveling, and working around the world. From awkward first days at new jobs in unfamiliar countries to strutting through stylish cities with our best “main character energy,” we share candid stories of the times we felt bold, and the times we had to fake it. We reflect on how confiden...

In this episode of The Global Girlfriend , we get candid about what it means to live an unconventional life. From choosing to live abroad and delaying traditional milestones to navigating subtle pressures from friends, family, and social media, we share how stepping outside the norm can feel both isolating and empowering. Through our own stories and reflections, we explore the beauty, challenges,...

Think travel is only for remote workers and digital nomads? Think again. In this empowering episode, we get real about how we’ve built adventurous, globe-trotting lifestyles, all while working non-remote jobs. From micro-travel hacks and mindset shifts to seasonal work and strategic career moves we break down practical, inspiring ways to see the world without needing to clock in from a beach. Whet...

In this episode of The Global Girlfriend , we dive into the unique mental health challenges that come with living and traveling abroad. From total life changes and loneliness to anxiety and burnout, we open up about the emotional highs and lows of the expat and travel lifestyle. We share our own stories, explore strategies for staying grounded, and offer honest advice on managing the mental health...

This week, we’re taking you on a personal journey through some of our absolute favorite places we’ve called home. From rooftop bars in Madrid to sea turtle swims in Curacao, cozy cafes in Albania, and sunset views in Toronto. We’re sharing the places, foods, moments, and memories that made these cities unforgettable for us. We each chose two cities (or islands!) to spotlight in this episode: Madri...

In this inspiring episode of The Global Girlfriend, we sit down with Alli Denson, marathoner, ultra marathoner, triathlete, and trail runner, whose passport is nearly as full as her race calendar. Alli has lived and run across America, Ecuador, China, the UK, Japan, Cambodia and Indonesia, and she’s showing no signs of slowing down. With a goal to complete the 7 World Major Marathons before her 50...

This week on The Global Girlfriend, we’re pulling back the curtain on one of the most unexpected challenges of international life: going to the doctor abroad. From decoding foreign healthcare systems to deciphering prescriptions in a new language, we get real (and real funny) about our own medical misadventures. We share stories that will make you laugh, like getting diagnosed in a waiting room fu...