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 Chapter

• Yusuf in the Trenches
• From gossip blogger to war correspondent, Yusuf is now brokering deals in a literal warzone. Talk about a career pivot!
• Lale’s “Good Boy” Moment
• Watching Yusuf’s livestream, Lale can’t help but admire his fearless reporting. Cue the heart eyes emoji.

Lale’s Not-So-Glorious Comeback

• Public Access Queen
• Lale settles into her budget-friendly new job, complete with sponsors like Arbor Cookies.
• Kenan’s Cringey Pep Talk
• Kenan, ever the master of ick, turns Lale’s idealistic moment into another “we’re meant to be” speech. Nope, sir. Just… no.

Asli’s Ice-Cold Reality

• The Chill Returns
• Asli gets the infamous newsroom shivers—just like Lale in Season 1. The hunter has officially become the hunted.
• Yusuf’s Brutal Truth Bomb
• Post-steamy reunion, Yusuf tells Asli the hard truth: she’s in a power position where everyone is waiting for her to fail.

Nepo Baby Alert

• Güliz is Back!
• Asli flies to London to recruit Güliz, the ultimate Nepo News Baby, for an unknown scheme. Güliz, unbothered as ever, still has us guessing.

The Awards Debacle

• Lale’s No-Show Power Move
• Lale attends the news ceremony but skips the stage, leaving Asli awkwardly hanging during her big moment. Savage.
• Kenan’s Sandwich Seduction
• Post-awards, Kenan and Lale share a heartfelt moment over curbside sandwiches. Naturally, he tries to slip in an “I love you.” Ugh.

Asli’s PR Nightmare

• Controversy Turns Catastrophic
• Asli’s live takedown of a controversial guest backfires when the guest attempts to take her life. Cue internet outrage and cancel culture.
• Gul’s Winning Moment
• Watching the drama unfold, Gul smirks and whispers, “Game over.” Is it really, though?

This episode delivers on all fronts—steamy hookups, revenge plots, and the ultimate PR disaster. With Lale back in the game, Yusuf stirring things up, and Asli fighting to hold her ground, the stage is set for an explosive season.

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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 Problems

• The Party That Isn’t What It Seems
• Aslı’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 Spiral
• Aslı spirals, obsessively checking her social media feed for negative comments. Spoiler: there’s a lot.
• Gul’s Game
• Gul drops the iconic line, “You’ll guess what’s coming, you stupid little bitch,” after Aslı tries to sniff out her replacement plans. Ruthless!
• Assistant Power Plays
• Aslı takes her frustrations out on her assistant, targeting her earrings (seriously?) and hijacking her birthday presents.

Lale’s Domestic Depression

• From Star Anchor to Homemaker
• Lale is stuck at home, baking, not drinking wine, and feeling the weight of a purpose-free life.
• Selim’s Cryptic Call
• Selim makes a mysterious phone call, hinting at some big moves to get Lale back to her old self.

Yusuf, Kenan, and Chaos

• Yusuf Goes to War—Literally
• Our boy Yusuf is now a war journalist, dodging bullets in the Middle East. Who knew BusBus could go global?
• Kenan’s Budget Struggles
• Kenan’s life post-Lale is bleak. His low-budget news gig is a far cry from his former glory.

The Wildest Sequence Yet

• Bedroom Drama
• Lale rejects Selim’s advances, Kenan is hooking up with randos, and Yusuf is dodging landmines. A lot is happening.

The Comeback Moves

• Lale’s Lightbulb Moment
• After spotting a Middle East story, Lale snaps out of her funk, reconnecting with her journalistic instincts.
• The Sad Boat Summit
• Lale and Kenan meet on his signature sad boat, sparking a possible comeback collaboration.

Aslı’s On-Air Revolution

• Breaking the News Mold
• Tired of her sinking ratings, Aslı ditches the desk and reinvents the news with bold visuals and TMZ-style reporting.
• The Crowd Goes Wild
• Aslı’s daring new format blows up social media. Even her detractors are intrigued.

Lale’s Big Decision

• Back in the Game
• Watching Aslı’s bold move, Lale calls Kenan and officially agrees to their comeback plan. Game on!

This episode sets the stage for a power-packed season of rivalries, comebacks, and, of course, more chaos. Aslı’s fighting to stay on top, Lale’s gearing up for a return, and Kenan’s beige sweater is back on the sad boat. Buckle up—it’s going to be a wild ride!

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In this episode of Turkish TV Obsessed, we discuss the season 1 finale of "As the Crow Flies.” 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 Rescue

Move 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 the worst girlfriend ever.

Lale’s Redecorating Story

Headscarf on, rug gone, coffee table mysteriously missing—Lale welcomes Selim and the kids home with the excuse of a spontaneous redecorating spree. But when her daughter steps on a stray shard of glass, even Selim’s chill demeanor starts to crack.

Gul’s Power Play

Gul drags Asli into her office for the ultimate showdown: “Prove to me why you deserve that chair.”

Müge Switches Teams

Asli taps into Müge’s pent-up rage over the Lale-Kenan drama, convincing her to betray Lale. With Müge’s help, they plot a newsroom takedown. Team Chaos is officially in action!

Walkout in the Newsroom

Müge’s plan to sabotage Lale hits a snag when most of the newsroom staff quit in protest. Turns out, Team Lale has some ride-or-die fans, and Müge’s left scrambling with only a skeleton crew to carry out the plot.

Kenan Kept Busy

Gul keeps Kenan distracted with a fake meeting about sponsors, ensuring he stays far away while the newsroom sets its trap.

Lale Falls for the Trap

With a concussion clouding her judgment, Lale reports fabricated news live on air. Meanwhile, Asli’s 75 troll accounts light up social media with a viral storm of #FakeNewsLale.

Lale’s Mic-Drop Moment

Realizing she’s been duped, Lale doesn’t back down. She calls out the prank live on air, exposing the toxic newsroom culture in an epic speech. With Nunu and Kenan backing her up, she turns the tables on Team Chaos.

Exit with Applause

Lale quits live on air, walking out with her head high. As she leaves, cheering fans crowd her car, proving her legacy as a news icon is unshakable—even when the newsroom tried to break her.

Freedom Looks Good on Lale

The next morning, Lale wakes up to a quieter, happier life. With her natural curls and a carefree smile, she joins Selim and the kids for a pool day. Goodbye stress, hello family time!

Be Careful What You Wish For, Asli

Asli finally gets her dream: Lale’s chair. But as the cameras roll, she’s hit by a chill that screams “you’re next.” Surrounded by hungry coworkers waiting for her to fail, the crown feels heavier than she imagined.

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In this episode of Turkish TV Obsessed, we discuss the 7th episode of "As the Crow Flies.” Here's what we discuss:

Asli’s Ankara Nightmare

Asli’s new assignment in small-town Ankara is not going well. After a rough start with her cameraman, things spiral when she intentionally lets the van roll down a hill.

Sad Selim Sets a Boundary

Back at Lale’s house, Selim—who’s officially being dubbed “Sad Selim”—wants Lale to make a decision: either choose him and drop Kenan from her life or face separation. It’s a major moment, and Salim’s not backing down.

Kenan Gaslights, Again

Kenan doubles down on the manipulation, trying to twist Lale’s words by saying she didn’t really say she didn’t want the kiss. Cue major gaslighting vibes as he demands Lale meet him by the ocean to give him an answer. So creepy!

Muge’s Apathy Hits a Peak

Muge is over it. She’s checked out of the negotiation and doesn’t care about Kenan and Lale’s lofty demands. She’s been the third wheel for so long, and it’s clear she’s done.

Drowning Dream (Metaphor Alert)

Lale dreams of drowning in her own pool—only to be “rescued” by Kenan, of course. The metaphor is strong here, people. Kenan is dragging her down, and it’s time to break free!

Asli’s Pneumonia Plot

In a dramatic turn, Asli walks out into a storm and gives herself pneumonia! This girl will stop at nothing to get what she wants. Next thing we know, she’s in the hospital ripping out IVs, refusing to let sickness slow her down. Dedication, or destruction?

Hot Husband Selim Bakes a Quiche

While Kenan’s out manipulating and gaslighting, Selim bakes a delicious quiche for Lale and even gives her space to make her own decision. Husband of the year, anyone?

Lale Finally Chooses

Lale goes to meet Kenan by the ocean (without the peach shirt) and delivers a glorious line: “I’m Lale the ancient, and we’re finished.” YES, girl! She chooses Selim and family over Kenan’s toxic drama.

Yusuf Snaps, Reveals BusBus Identity

Heartbroken after Asli blows him off, Yusuf posts on BusBus, revealing himself as the mystery gossip blogger! The stakes just got higher, folks.

Asli’s Downward Spiral Continues

After getting fired by Kenan, Asli hits rock bottom. She smashes her fists against the door, throws her purse at a Lale poster, and is on the verge of losing it all. But she’s not done yet…

The Showdown: Lale vs. Asli

In a legendary scene, Asli shows up at Lale’s house and things get heated. After throwing insults and smashing a wine glass on Lale’s head, the fight turns more physical. They’re choking each other, smashing through tables, and screaming “die!” at one another. It’s raw, intense, and BRUTAL.

The Cliffhanger

Asli grabs a statue and cracks Lale over the head, leaving her unconscious and bleeding on the floor. Is Lale dead? Is this Asli’s show now? We’ll have to wait to find out!

This episode is absolute fire, and the stakes just keep getting higher. From Asli’s ruthless ambition to Lale finally taking control of her life, we’re left wondering how this wild ride will end.

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In this episode of Turkish TV Obsessed, we discuss the sixth episode of "As the Crow Flies.” Here's what we discuss:

Kiss & Chaos

We pick up right after that smarmy kiss between Lale and Kenan. Lale pulls away and asks if he's drunk, but Kenan doubles down, whining about "mixed signals" and wondering why he’s "sleeping alone" while she has "two husbands." (Why choose, amirite?!)

Selim's Not Buying It

Lale gets home early, only to face an awkward interrogation from her husband, Selim. He’s not falling for the “everything’s fine” routine, and Lale’s response? Jumping straight to divorce talk! Zero to 100 real quick!

A Major Burn

Selim drops a bomb when he says, “Unlike Kenan, I can't just leave. I’m stuck here and I hate myself for it.” Yikes! The tension is real, folks.

Lale: Walking Dead Vibes

Lale shows up at the office looking like she just wandered off a zombie set—standing in the doorway like she hopes to disappear if she stands still enough.

Muge: Not the Best Friend

Lale vents to Muge, hoping for support, but Muge brushes her off with a simple “Eh!” and moves on. Friendship goals? Definitely not.

Gul Is NO JOKE

Gul, the queen of scheming, makes her move. She’s onto Asli and starts digging into her file—demanding to know more about the "lucky girl" who landed Lale's assistant role.

Asli’s Phone Games

Asli’s playing dirty. She fake answers a call in front of Lale, pretending it’s Lale’s daughter in trouble. Lale panics live on air, but like the pro she is, she snaps right back into work mode after confirming her daughter’s fine.

Yusuf Drops Wisdom

After Asli demands that BusBus (aka Yusuf) posts a scandalous rumor that Kenan’s sleeping with her, Yusuf delivers some solid advice: “It’s not about the climb, it’s what you do when you get there.” Asli’s too far gone to listen.

Sad Boat Kenan

Kenan is sulking on his mope boat (again) when Lale confronts him. Things get heated, but he insists he doesn’t want anyone but her. Lale’s not convinced.

The Ultimate Showdown

The moment we’ve been waiting for! Lale confronts Asli, calling her out for all the manipulation. But Asli’s not backing down and delivers a chilling line: “You can’t fire me now, because it’ll confirm you had an affair with Kenan.” Oof!

Checkmate: Lale’s Revenge

In an epic power move, Lale announces in front of the entire team that Asli is being promoted—to a small-town station in freezing Ankara. Good luck, Asli! Karma’s a cold dish (literally).

This episode is hands-down one of the best yet. The manipulation, drama, and cliffhangers are at an all-time high. As the Crow Flies continues to deliver, and we can't wait to see how this all unravels!

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In this episode of Turkish TV Obsessed, Laura and Melissa delve into the twists and turns of "As the Crow Flies" Season 1, Episode 5. They discuss the intricate dynamics between the characters, the narrative choices made in the episode, and their thoughts on some of the show's more controversial moments.

Episode Highlights:

• Flashback Frenzy: Melissa points out the narrative choice of a flashback-heavy episode, noting it's unusual in screenwriting to use flashbacks extensively. Both hosts agree that it doesn't serve the storyline effectively, especially when they want to focus on the present.
• Character Dynamics: The hosts explore the complex relationships, particularly Laleh's involvement with Muge, Salim, and Kinan. They explore how Asli Tuna manipulates situations to her advantage and why they do not root for the main characters.
• Asli's Scheming: Asli takes center stage with her manipulative tactics, including planting seeds of doubt in Salim's mind and creating tension between Laleh and Kinan. Her power play in the office and interactions with other characters engage the episode.
• Kinan's Ick Factor: Laura and Melissa are uncomfortable with Kinan's actions and dialogue, particularly his creepy behavior toward Laleh. They question whether the show wants the audience to root for him or feel repulsed.
• The Toxic Couple We Need: While discussing the toxic dynamics in the show, the hosts admit that Asli and Yusuf are the couple they're rooting for despite their morally grey actions.

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In this episode of Turkish TV Obsessed, we discuss the fourth episode of "As the Crow Flies.” Here's what we discuss:

• The episode kicks off with Asli waking up next to Yusuf, showing her taking full advantage of her “ownership” of him.
• Keenan receives a tip about a big news story but needs to send someone to pick up the documents in person.
• Bridezilla Ozge is distracted at work. Meanwhile, Muge is hungover and throwing up in the office.
• Ozge is tasked to pick up the documents and hand them to Muge, but things start to go wrong. Asli sabotages the pick-up — but later discovers security cameras watching her every move! She turns to Yusuf to destroy the footage.
• Keenan freaks out when the USB drive goes missing, ruining Lale’s family time.
• Asli plants Keenan’s bracelet at Laleh’s house to stir trouble between Laleh and her husband.
• Lale’s hot husband is getting frustrated.
• Ozge is told to take leave and crashes her car; ends up in the hospital.
• Asli and Yusuf’s dynamic shifts as Yusuf takes control.

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In this episode of Turkish TV Obsessed, we discuss the third episode of "As the Crow Flies”! Here's what we discuss:

• All the bird metaphors
• Keenan’s stunt from the last episode backfires as gossip about Lale's contract renewal spreads like wildfire.
• Lale’s hot husband is taking the kids on vacation, and he’s not happy that Lale can’t join them because she’s married to her work.
• Asli chokes on a snack during a meeting, and no one helps her.
• Keenan assigns Yusuf to suss out BusBus.
• Asli plants false information about Lale’s contract in the office to see who leaks it, but her plan doesn’t go as expected.
• Asli discovers a potential scoop about a famous actor possibly being dead and brings it to Keenan, who tries to break the story.
• Lale refuses to report gossip, causing tension with Keenan.
• The actor calls in live during Lale’s broadcast, making Keenan look like an idiot and Asli gets her first on-camera moment.
• Keenan drowns his sorrows at a club.
• Asli discovers who is the real BusBus leaks, and decides to “own” him.
• Lale asks Asli to be her assistant while Ozge is out.

We can’t wait for you to tune in as we dive deeper into the twists and turns of "As the Crow Flies."

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