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It Just Makes Sense

Samantha Smith and Jeffrey Siefertjmspodcast.buzzsprout.com
Welcome to “It Just Makes Sense!” the podcast by two easily distracted higher educated former lovers that explores all of the unpopular opinions, conspiracy theories and cult leaders that make you want to scream “THAT JUST MAKES SENSE!”
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Episodes

Episode 16: The San Antonio Four

On this week of It Just Makes Sense we'll be discussing the horribly sad story of the San Antonio Four and their fight for exoneration. This case takes on the idea of satanic panic, the discrimination of the LGBTQIA+ community and how true friendship can last behind bars and over many years. Come join us on this wild ride! ...And find out why Sam is a ride or die Camila Parker Bowles fan..

Dec 04, 202042 minSeason 1Ep. 16

Episode 15: The Kidnapping of Polly Klaas

On October 1st 1993, 12 year old Polly Klaas and two of her friends were having a fun filled girls night sleep over. Little did they know, hours into the sleep over, and intruder would come in and kidnap Polly and leave the other two girls bound and gagged. What turned into a nationwide man hunt for Polly's kidnapper, join us as we discuss the crazy kidnapping of Polly Klaas. This one is wild ya'll!!

Nov 27, 202032 min

Episode 14: What the F*ck happened to Johnny Gosch?!

On this weeks episode we tackle the 1982 disappearance of Johnny Gosch. This case is one that covers sex trafficking, pedophilia, FBI cover ups and more. Not only did it shock the entire Midwest when it happened, but it's still blowing our minds 30 years later. What happened to Johnny? What led to Jeff screaming that the podcast is over when we get hit with a court BOMBSHELL in 1992? Do we love or hate Noreen Gosch? Give this weeks episode a listen and let us know all of your feelings!...

Nov 20, 202040 min

Episode 13: The Theranos Scandal

This weeks episode takes on a scam artist, Elizabeth Holmes. How did she convince some of the most influential and prominent people in society to invest MILLIONS of dollars into her biotech firm that ended up being nothing but false claims? How did her deep voice convince the world that she was going to change the entire world of health care without anyone actually auditing her product? Was it her pretty face? Would have Elizabeth's time have spent better served creating her own cult? Honestly -...

Nov 13, 202033 min

Episode 12 : The exoneration of Lynn Dejac

This weeks episode dives into a Buffalo case. The first woman to ever be exonerated based on DNA evidence. Lynn Dejac was convicted of killing her 13 year old daughter Crystallyn Girard. This case is WILD there is false confessions, untested DNA evidence and what we refer to as the new king of Buffalo, the best cold case detective out there.. Dennis Delano. Come with us on this wild ride of a case!

Nov 06, 202048 min

Episode 11 - Political Sex Scandals

With the election around the corner, we're talking about Jeff's favorite topic this week --POLITICS!! Before you turn off the podcast because you're sick of hearing about politics, we merged it with our other favorite topic - SEX! This week we cover some of the more unknown political sex scandals out there and debate whether someone's sexual history should be taken into consideration when running for office, or from resigning ones position. What do you think? And what president from history woul...

Oct 30, 202031 min

Episode 10: What the F*ck happened to Princess Diana?!

On this episode of It just Make Sense we drive into Operation Paget and the accident that took Princess Diana's life. Was it planned by the royal family? Was it a tragic accident caused by drunk driving? Was Princess Diana pregnant at the time of her death? Listen to find out where you stand!

Oct 25, 202038 min

Episode 9: Separated at Birth

This weeks episode Jeff is the one with the case and takes us on a WILD ride. We discuss the crazy store of how two daughters born to Regina Twigg and Barbara Mays days apart end up switched within the hospital and grow up in the wrong parents household. How did this happen? When did they find out? Was there a custody battle? Was this a PLANNED switch? LISTEN TO FIND OUT and hear Sam GASP the entire time!

Oct 16, 202024 min

Episode 8: What the fuck happened to Brittany Murphy?

From Clueless to Girl Interrupted to Uptown Girls. Brittany Murphy was a national treasure. Her death shocked the world. What happened to her? Was it toxic mold? Death by poison? Orrr as the coroner reports, pneumonia? WHAT HAPPENED? This episode we'll deep dive into Brittany's death and our theories on what happened to this beautiful angel.

Oct 09, 202029 min

Episode Seven : Dating App Horror Stories

When Dating Apps go wrong. On this episode Sam and Jeff discuss some murderous happenings when dating apps go wrong. Jeff then goes on to give us his full history of dating horrors. You don't want to miss this episode!

Oct 02, 202029 min

Episode Six - The Murder of Dee Dee Blanchard

This weeks episode we cover the murder of Dee Dee Blanchard. While this isn't a cold case, we do discuss whether the time fits the crime. Was Nick Godejohn's sentence of life in prison too harsh? Should his crime be reduced due to his mental capacity? Do you think Gypsy deserved ten years in prison? Listen to hear our theory!

Sep 25, 202043 min

Episode Five - Psychics

Do you believe in psychic abilities? Are a firm believer in Sylvia Brown? This episode is for you! We'll discuss the differences between psychics and mediums, some wild stories that prove psychic experiences as well as some solid evidence of fraudsters and liars!

Sep 18, 202032 min

Episode Four - NXIVM Cult

Would you join a cult? What if a hot celebrity was recruiting you for a sex cult? All things to consider during this weeks episode of IT JUST MAKES SENSE. We dive into the past of Keith Raniere and explore the pillars of the NXIVM "executive success classes", and how Allison Mack ruined women's lives.

Sep 11, 202032 min
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