Posts by Paul Kim

ambermason16 said:Since even the super-mod has weighed in, I’d really appreciate it if we could just lock this thread—unless, of course, the admins or other mods have something else to throw into the ring. We need to shut this down because the debate that got killed in the original thread is already starting to migrate over here.

...so apparently, you aren't allowed to express disagreement...👎
...so much for freedom of speech...on an American message board...

fadedsailor932 said:"..kids, listen up... mom’s had enough—she’s gone and had too much..."

..after talking things over with my fellow mods, and after they gave me a quick rundown on all those old conquerors, those Ottoman types, Suleiman Pasha, and the Janissaries... well, I hate to break it to you, but I'm siding with them. The only advice I can give is to try and win them over somehow... maybe with a wink, a little charm, or some homemade treats....Whatever they decide, I’m standing by their side like a true friend and leader...

...so, collegiality has been replaced by opening a new thread...👎

...looks like we’ve been getting quite a bit of attention lilith 131 opened the tema at 9:00 PM, only for it to be swiftly shut down...

Sarah Wilson95 said:Hey there...
I'm struggling to see where this supposed disrespect or chaos and mess come from. You can't just have one person throw out an accusation like that without providing some actual evidence to back it up, right? And as for how she moderated the thread? Honestly, it didn't happen. She barely showed up, and even then, it was only after Ezel flagged things. She handed out a bunch of warnings—though strictly within our thread—then popped back in a few days later because she knew the bans had expired. One of those warnings was about the same level as that video we watched yesterday (the one parodying Behlul). That wasn't what moderation looks like. If it's true that the thread turned into a complete disaster, then that falls squarely on her shoulders🤷😁
But despite all that alleged spam and off-topic chatter, the thread proved its worth through its engagement levels; the only way I could validate ambermason16's insinuations would be if they actually deleted it, like 🙂

And I don't quite get why nobody else is weighing in. Miroball was online—what about the other admins?

We have one person claiming the thread was overflowing with insults and disorder, while several others are saying that simply wasn't the case, so let's pause for a second and think about that...🤔

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Miroball, write back! I sent him a message too... just waiting on a response... Miroball!

...I kindly ask all visitors to refrain from discussing any Aşk-ı Memnu tema here......Don't just stand there reading...Protesting is the only way...

Rachel Garcia said:So, one forum user started a new thread—a sequel, really—and even that didn't seem to satisfy anyone.🤷

It isn't even about whether people like the opening post of the former Aşk-ı Memnu Vol.2 or not, it's really more about the fact that... The theme of Aşk-ı Memnu is forbidden... In other words, it doesn't even exist... No one is allowed to open it......

The irony is palpable... being forbidden from even discussing a forbidden love...
...so much for the internet being the final bastion of free speech...
Moderators, have some shame!...

ambermason16 said:As far as I’m concerned: EOD.

...I honestly think this post is quite pathetic, inappropriate, and telling...

...and proof that The only thing proven on this topic is that you don't know how to have a constructive discussion doesn't apply (just) to typical American forum users

ambermason16 said:Oh, really? Is that so? 😕

Regarding the reasoning behind this: both the users and the moderators create the tema. It’s a mirror reflecting both sides equally.

Regarding the explanation—look, over the last two weeks, users have submitted more than 50 reports on this specific thread. And that doesn't even account for the posts that weren't reported at all, but were instead moderated manually or after the fact. If you ask me, this whole situation is a perfect reflection of the topic itself.

The only thing actually proven on this tema is that none of you know how to have a constructive conversation. At least not when it comes to this series. Credit where credit is due to the exceptions, of course, but they are such a tiny minority that it’s practically criminal.

The show is over. Honestly, if we hadn't been hit with a sudden flood of twelve new posts this morning on a thread that’s already stretched over three pages, it might have actually stayed alive for a bit longer. But now? It's officially closed.

...A moderator's job is to manage things based on objective rules; not to play favorites with posts, nor to obsess over report counts and such...

...If those "criminal" posts are truly in the minority, then they should have been handled with warnings or bans... essentially, the moderator is the one defining the tone of the thread.

ambermason16 said:It’s a sad, sad story... and honestly, I totally get where you're coming from. The thread stays open regardless. 😁

Usually, when a show wraps up but the thread stays live, it’s because the series was a massive hit and the community, for lack of a better term, earned the right to keep the conversation going. This particular topic doesn't meet either of those criteria.

And look, we aren't going to sit here and tolerate another thousand pages of people insulting, trolling, whining, reporting posts, or picking fights with Ezel and whoever else in a thread dedicated to a show that's already over.

...that's just not something (not) the moderators allow...

...in this way, everyone who follows the rules gets punished; which is most of us... and freedom of speech becomes nothing more than an empty slogan...

...besides, the topic was closed before the show even technically ended; many people were watching reruns for the first time, which leaves a truly bitter taste and clearly proves how unfair this decision is...

Sarah Wilson95 said:I am aware that according to the policy regarding the 10,000-post threshold, the moderators typically open a new thread to avoid any unnecessary drama, even on a highly active and bustling forum like the Politics section here.

However, it seems this rule applies to the Television sub-forum for some users, while others seem to be treated differently.

Take, for instance, the discussion surrounding the Turkish drama Aşk-ı Memnu. Since there wasn't a more permanent home for it, it ended up being hosted over in the Soap Factory section, where it sparked massive interest among both women and men alike.😍 In terms of sheer view counts and engagement, it actually outpaced series that have been running much longer. The story itself is based on a novel from the 1900s and was first adapted for the screen back in 1975.

Because the number of posts surpassed the 10,000 mark, the moderator Ben Marshall locked the thread last night, explained the situation, and noted that a follow-up thread would be opened. Someone went ahead and did exactly that today, but then the moderator ambermason16 closed the new thread immediately, claiming it was filled with insults, reports, and trolling... 🤷
I don't want to nitpick about moderation styles, but if the reason given last night was simply what we all expected—hitting the post limit—then why this sudden change of heart and refusal to provide a solution now?

My question is quite simple: is it permissible (I believe it is, is it permissible 🤷😁 ) to open a continuation thread, just as is standard practice in other sub-forums and as we have seen with various other series in the Television section?

I suppose I should start posting... when that shock finally hits... 😲

...not only is she laughing, but she's actually... must television opening sequel...

...there are at least two reasons:

The series finale aired yesterday, and we’re already seeing reruns today; therefore, the show is far too fresh to consider the topic closed...

Either NBC or Discovery will most likely rerun the series. Does that mean we’ll finally be allowed to open a new discussion thread? Interest is bound to be massive. If the answer is yes—and it almost certainly is—then the current restriction is completely senseless and hits the very heart of the problem...

Regarding the reasoning: both the users and the moderators create the topic. Therefore, it reflects both parties equally...