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Turkish TV Obsessed

Melissa Cassera & Laura Yamin

What happens when a romance book podcaster and a TV screenwriter, both major Turkish TV fanatics, sit down to spill the çay (tea) on their favorite shows? Pure obsession, that"s what! We"re dissecting every slow-burn romance, diving head-first into every "will they or won"t they,” and taking a magnifying glass to all the drama. We"re not just spectators—we"re super-fans navigating the rollercoaster ride of emotions that is Turkish TV! From swoon-worthy love interests to plot twists that"ll leave you

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The Hunting Wives Episode 2 Recap: Church Scandals,...

Turkish TV Obsessed ·

2025/10/31

In this week’s episode of Turkish TV Obsessed (soon to be TV Obsessed), we’re back in East Texas for another juicy, unhinged installment of The Hunting Wives. Melissa and Laura break down Season 1, Episode 2, where bodies are found, church ladies gossip, and Margot proves she’s the most dangerous woman in Texas.We talk about the episode’s wild mix of southern politeness meets dark secrets — from creepy preachers and “Project Life” baby drives to Margot’s complicated web of manipulation involving her

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45:31

The Hunting Wives Episode 1 Recap: Welcome to Texas,...

Turkish TV Obsessed ·

2025/10/24

We’re taking a short break from Turkish dramas and diving into a deliciously messy American thriller — The Hunting Wives! In this week’s episode, Laura and Melissa break down Season 1, Episode 1, filled with Texas gun culture, suburban secrets, and major sapphic tension.Join us as we talk about Brittany Snow’s character Sophie — the ultimate fish out of water — and her dangerously magnetic connection with Margot (played by the stunning Malin Åkerman). From PTA parties that double as NRA fundraisers

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Turkish TV Obsessed

Turkish TV Obsessed ·

2025/10/11

We’re back! 🎉 In this bridge episode, Laura and Melissa open up about the future of the podcast. After two years of dissecting Turkish dramas (and falling head-first into the chaos of As the Crow Flies), we realized we needed to expand our scope. Why? Because the reality of watching Turkish shows outside of Turkey means sketchy streaming sites, glitchy subtitles, and two-and-a-half-hour episodes that are hard to keep up with.So, where do we go from here? We’re widening our lens to cover shows

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45:10

As the Crow Flies(Kuş Uçuşu): Season 3, Episode 8 Recap

Turkish TV Obsessed ·

2025/09/15

It's the series finale (confirmed: Netflix canceled it, we’re grieving), and while we didn’t get the resolution we wanted, we did get chaos, fainting, mafia vibes, and a wine-drenched phone. What more could we ask for? Oh right…Yusuf and Aslı together.In this episode:Kenan finally admits he's toxic and Lale says “no, it’s just love” in the most frustrating anti-growth moment of the series.Lale and Kenan consider fleeing to the Aegean Sea to start an olive oil business???Aslı wakes up at Yusuf’s,

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48:27

As the Crow Flies(Kuş Uçuşu): Season 3, Episode 7 Recap

Turkish TV Obsessed ·

2025/09/10

The writers might have packed up early, but we’re still here. Somehow everything is spiraling while also stalling. It's a weird combination of filler scenes, heavy trauma drops, sudden baldness, and questionable professional decisions. Let’s get into it.In this episode:Lale opens the episode dancing and yawning on a balcony, which sets the tone. Zero context. Big filler energy.She and Aslı are working on a global story, which turns out to be about the emotional aftermath of the pandemic. Not exactly

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38:06

As the Crow Flies(Kuş Uçuşu): Season 3, Episode 6 Recap

Turkish TV Obsessed ·

2025/09/07

Things are picking up steam. Everyone is spiraling. Lale’s still pretending she’s going to France. Kenan is out here auditioning for a Lifetime movie. And we finally get the love declaration we’ve waited three seasons for. The only thing missing? Nepo News Baby with a printout of Yusuf’s DMs.In this episode:Müge nails her first newscast, gets applause, and promptly demands a private bathroom. Kenan storms off in a pout because Müge succeeded. As if her success invalidates his tragic beige sweater

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34:09

As the Crow Flies(Kuş Uçuşu): Season 3, Episode 5 Recap

Turkish TV Obsessed ·

2025/09/03

This episode gave us filler, fire, and full-on delusion. Somehow everything happened and nothing happened at the same time. Here's what went down.In this episode:Lale casually plans to move to Nice with her ex-husband and kids, and forgets to tell Kenan. He finds out when he overhears her breaking her lease.When confronted, Lale says the words no partner wants to hear during a breakup: “I’m a mother.” Kenan spirals. Their argument is a mess of guilt trips and dramatic exits.Asli walks into work

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36:07

As the Crow Flies(Kuş Uçuşu): Season 3, Episode 4 Recap

Turkish TV Obsessed ·

2025/08/31

The mess is messing, y’all. We’re back and diving headfirst into the most chaotic episode of the season so far, complete with sex tape scandals, tantrums, corporate takedowns, and the steamiest “shut up and kiss me” hallway scene we’ve ever seen.This week we unpack:The weirdest reveal ever: A 12-year-old girl is behind the viral sex tape rumors… for the followers?! (Law & Order SVU energy, but make it Turkish and unhinged.)Lale’s rollercoaster of morals: “I won’t press charges… wait yes I will…

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34:34

As the Crow Flies(Kuş Uçuşu): Season 3, Episode 3 Recap

Turkish TV Obsessed ·

2025/07/06

Buckle up, scandal lovers. Episode 3 brings us office whispers, viral rumors, an alleged sex tape, an unbothered Emre, and a CEO who’s Limewiring her way into HR violations. Let’s just say the sex tape might not be real—but the drama is.Lale’s Reputation? Ruined. Emre’s? Boosted.The episode kicks off in scandal city. Everyone at the station thinks Lale made a sex tape with news bro Emre after she helped him during his blackout. Emre? THRIVING. He reads the comments praising his alleged conquest and

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40:21

As the Crow Flies(Kuş Uçuşu): Season 3, Episode 2 Recap

Turkish TV Obsessed ·

2025/07/06

The claws are out, the tension is thick, and we’re already down bad for Yusuf in glasses. Season 3, Episode 2 ofAs the Crow Fliesis messy in the best possible way—and yes, we finally get the scene that ties back to last season’s cliffhanger sex tape scandal. Buckle up, babes.Lale’s “I’m Out” Moment Gets Hijacked by Gul the MastermindAfter the Season 3 opener bombshell—Müge is CEO now?!—Lale storms out, declaring she’s out. Honestly? Valid. But Gul isn’t ready to let her golden goose go. She lures

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48:12

As the Crow Flies(Kuş Uçuşu): Season 3, Episode 1 Recap

Turkish TV Obsessed ·

2025/07/06

Season 3 kicks off strong with corporate chaos, public breakdowns, surprise power grabs, and the juiciest love triangle this show has ever served us. The Peach Shirt is (blessedly) retired—for now—and in its place we get something far better:Yusuf Cracks On AirOur boy Yusuf finally gets the anchor seat… and immediately collapses under pressure. We open with him pacing outside the studio, rolling a cigarette and sweating bullets before literally collapsing behind the desk. Is it a heart attack

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As the Crow Flies(Kuş Uçuşu): Season 2, Episode 8 Recap

Turkish TV Obsessed ·

2025/07/06

The Season 2 finale ofAs the Crow Fliesgives us everything—messy breakups, career implosions, backstabbing, revenge, and a last-minute sex tape scandal that nobody asked for. But let’s be honest, the real stars of this episode are Aslı, Yusuf, and Guliz, while Lale and Kenan continue theirsoap opera that no one cares about.Kenan’s Peach Shirt & Deranged ObsessionThe episode opens with Kenan, fresh off learning that Lale and Selim are officially done, dramatically driving to Lale’s apartment in

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As the Crow Flies(Kuş Uçuşu): Season 2, Episode 7 Recap

Turkish TV Obsessed ·

2025/07/06

In this episode of Turkish TV Obsessed, we discuss season 2, episode 7 of "As the Crow Flies.” Here's what we discuss:Lale’s Big Sad Apartment EraThe episode opens on a deeply depressed Lale, who has been unceremoniously booted from her own home by Selim. (But hey, hedidsay it nicely, so...progress?) She finds a new apartment, moves in instantly—Turkish TV efficiency at its finest—and spends her first night alone, staring at the walls. Selim, feeling at leasta littleguilty for making her homeless,

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28:45

As the Crow Flies(Kuş Uçuşu): Season 2, Episode 6 Recap

Turkish TV Obsessed ·

2025/07/06

In this episode of Turkish TV Obsessed, we discuss season 2, episode 6 of "As the Crow Flies.” Here's what we discuss:Lale’s NightmareThe episode begins with a shocking twist that catches viewers completely off guard: Lale’s memorial. (We both had to rewind this part because we had NO IDEA what was happening!) Asli coldly reports on her death, dismissing her life as “a waste” and claiming that no one will remember her. Then, Lale wakes up—it was all a dream. While her life is intact, the dream

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As the Crow Flies(Kuş Uçuşu): Season 2, Episode 5 Recap

Turkish TV Obsessed ·

2025/07/06

In this episode of Turkish TV Obsessed, we discuss season 2, episode 5 of "As the Crow Flies.” Here's what we discuss:The Wine & War of WordsLale vs. Asli: Round TwoPicking up from last episode’s cliffhanger, Asli is standing outside Lale’s house looking fabulous yet unhinged. Instead of calling the cops or telling her to leave, Laleinvites her insidefor wine. Cue Selim sitting uselessly in the car, presumably listening to audiobooks while his wife entertains her rival.Psychological Chess

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As the Crow Flies(Kuş Uçuşu): Season 2, Episode 4 Recap

Turkish TV Obsessed ·

2025/07/06

In this episode of Turkish TV Obsessed, we discuss season 2, episode 4 of "As the Crow Flies.” Here's what we discuss:Back to the PastThe Flashback Nobody Asked ForWe’re whisked back to pre-fame Lale and Muge’s early days, and guess what? Muge was the “it” girl, while Lale was the quirky, glasses-wearing underdog. Cue Kenan’s creepy obsession kicking off with a sinister, “She’s mine if she looks at me.”Ew.Kenan’s Beige Origin StoryEven in flashbacks, Kenan’s wardrobe is a tragic mix of sad beige

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As the Crow Flies(Kuş Uçuşu): Season 2, Episode 3 Recap

Turkish TV Obsessed ·

2025/07/06

In this episode of Turkish TV Obsessed, we discuss season 2, episode 3 of "As the Crow Flies.” Here's what we discuss:Asli’s World Is CrumblingCancel Culture Comes for AsliFollowing last episode’s scandal, Asli’s career is on the ropes. Gul suggests a “mental fatigue” leave of absence, but Asli’s not hearing it. Instead, she trashes her dressing room and stares at Lale’s contact info.Blame Game InitiatedAsli tries to shift the narrative by blaming Emre, the ex-boyfriend of the woman at the center of

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34:25

As the Crow Flies(Kuş Uçuşu): Season 2, Episode 2 Recap

Turkish TV Obsessed ·

2024/12/05

In this episode of Turkish TV Obsessed, we discuss season 2, episode 2 of "As the Crow Flies.” Here's what we discuss:War Yusuf’s Wild New ChapterYusuf in the TrenchesFrom gossip blogger to war correspondent, Yusuf is now brokering deals in a literal warzone. Talk about a career pivot!Lale’s “Good Boy” MomentWatching Yusuf’s livestream, Lale can’t help but admire his fearless reporting. Cue the heart eyes emoji.Lale’s Not-So-Glorious ComebackPublic Access QueenLale settles into her budget-friendly

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As the Crow Flies(Kuş Uçuşu): Season 2, Episode 1 Recap

Turkish TV Obsessed ·

2024/12/05

In this episode of Turkish TV Obsessed, we discuss season 2, episode 1 of "As the Crow Flies.” Here's what we discuss:Aslı’s New Era, Same Old ProblemsThe Party That Isn’t What It SeemsAslı’s rise to anchor comes with a celebration… and a bombshell. Gul and Müge reveal they’re already planning to replace her. Ouch!Scrolling Downward SpiralAslı spirals, obsessively checking her social media feed for negative comments. Spoiler: there’s a lot.Gul’s GameGul drops the iconic line, “You’ll guess what’s

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As the Crow Flies(Kuş Uçuşu): Season 1, Episode 8 Recap

Turkish TV Obsessed ·

2024/12/05

In this episode of Turkish TV Obsessed, we discuss the season 1 finale of "AstheCrowFlies.” Here's what we discuss:Is My Face Okay?Lale wakes up post-fight, head bleeding, living room trashed, but does she call the cops? Nope. She brushes it all off with one priority:“Is my face okay?”Talk about keeping your brand intact!Yusuf to the RescueMove over, Olivia Pope! Yusuf sweeps in to clean up the mess Asli left behind, disposing of evidence and saving Lale’s public image—despite Asli being

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