Episodes
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230. #ABtalks with Kerem Bürsin | Chapter 230 | مع كرم بورسين
Kerem Bürsin, the Turkish actor and women’s rights advocate, engages in a thoughtful dialogue shaped by the defining moments of his life. From a childhood spent across six countries and the many roles he took on before fame, to rising on Turkish screens and earning international recognition, he speaks about ambition, sacrifice, and resilience. He opens up about family ties and love, and reflects on his personal values as he uses his platform for positive change. Kerem reflects with honesty and depth on identity, belonging, and the injustices of a world that often misunderstands.
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248. #ABtalks with Pınar Deniz | Chapter 248 | مع بينار دينيز
"They put my father in the morgue while he was still alive." Pınar Deniz, the captivating star of global hits Yargı (Family Secrets) and Vatanım Sensin, joins Anas Bukhash to strip away the celebrity filter. From the miracle of her father’s survival during the Lebanese Civil War to the scary reality of motherhood, she reveals the woman behind the title. Pınar discusses her Arab roots, why she views childhood trauma as a blessing, and her philosophy on people pleasing. Discover the life of an actress who believes life begins when you stop asking for permission.
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249. “I Was Addicted to P*rnography” | #ABtalks with Terry Crews | Chapter 249
Overcoming p*rnography addiction was Terry Crews’ turning point that redefined his life. The Brooklyn Nine-Nine star and White Chicks legend finally stops performing to get real about the "double life" that almost shattered his world. From his childhood with an abusive father and a religious mother to Hollywood and the NFL fields, he reveals hidden struggles that move beyond the pec-popping and viral sing-alongs. This conversation explores masculinity, integrity, and self-acceptance, witnessing the man behind the muscles moving a thousand miles as he discovers what it truly means to be an "integer."
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254. Born Out of Tragedy | #ABtalks with Kadim Al Sahir | Chapter 254
“I was born out of tragedy.” Reflecting on a burden shared by icons like Fairuz, legendary Iraqi singer, the ‘Caesar’, Kadim Al Saher, renowned for timeless masterpieces like Ana Wa Laila and Qoulee Ouhibbouka, strips away his historic persona to expose the prison of fame ...
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255. “I Never Liked What I Saw in the Mirror” | #ABtalks with Melisa Aslı Yazıcı | Chapter 255
When I looked in the mirror, I always found something that I didn't like.” Turkish-Dutch actress, model, and Miss Turkey 2011 Melisa Aslı Yazıcı, known for Karagül, Kızıl Goncalar, Love Tactics, and as the wife of footballer Yusuf Yazıcı, joins Anas Bukhash to look beyond the spotlight. From harsh beauty standards and years of insecurity to endless dieting and people pleasing, she reveals the woman behind the roles that often cast her as the villain. Melisa reflects on growing up between the Netherlands and Türkiye, her search for belonging, and her healing journey through motherhood and self-worth. Discover the story of a woman who finally learned to choose herself and her family.
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259. 19 Years of Abuse, Betrayal, & Rebuilding Her Life | #ABtalks with The Wizard Liz | Chapter 259
Liz opens up about growing up with an abusive father, protecting her mother and siblings from violence, and watching her mother clean toilets in a refugee camp for just $10 a week to keep the family alive. She reflects on overcoming eating disorders, rebuilding her life after discovering her fiancé had cheated on her while she was four months pregnant, and confronting painful childhood ...
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264. I Cry From Happiness Now, Not Sadness | #ABtalks with Deniz Can Aktaș | Chapter 264
“My journey into acting happened just like in the movies.” Turkish actor Deniz Can Aktaş, known for Yeraltı, Hudutsuz Sevda, Menajerimi Ara, and Kasaba Doktoru, steps beyond the spotlight. From studying marine engineering and following his family’s path to unexpectedly finding his purpose in acting, Deniz reflects on the experiences that shaped his discipline, values, and outlook on life. He opens up about family, love, loneliness, trust, self-awareness, and learning to truly love yourself. Deniz also reveals why he separates his career from who he is, why the right partner should be a “turbocharger” rather than the engine, and how confronting fear can lead to freedom. Discover the man behind Haydar Ali Aslan and Halil İbrahim Karasu, and the journey that shaped Deniz into who he is today.
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268. My Biggest Fear is Losing Myself | #ABtalks with Deniz Baysal | Chapter 268
Turkish actress and model Deniz Baysal, known for her leading roles in Taşacak Bu Deniz, Teşkilat, Söz, and Fazilet Hanım ve Kızları, reflects on the experiences that shaped her. From her parents’ divorce at five, and a childhood marked by financial hardship, to building her career in Istanbul. She opens up about standing by her mother through 14 years of cancer, breaking free from a relationship that left her feeling undervalued, and learning to set boundaries through therapy. Deniz also addresses marriage rumors and the self-criticism she overcame in her thirties, sharing how faith, gratitude, and self-respect led her to lasting peace.
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