The 'I've Connected the Two Dots' meme originates from an episode of Buzzfeed Unsolved: True Crime, featuring hosts Shane Madej and Ryan Bergara. During an investigation into the identity of Jack the Ripper, Shane confidently declares he has connected the dots, only for Ryan to immediately shut him down with the legendary retort, 'You didn't connect shit.' This template perfectly captures the essence of a 'reach'—making a wild, unsupported conclusion based on flimsy evidence. It is widely used across social media to mock conspiracy theorists, over-analytical fans, or anyone making a bold but ultimately illogical leap in reasoning.