Amanda Hirsch apologizes amid backlash over Lindsay Clancy trial

Amanda Hirsch has issued a public apology after facing criticism for discussing the Lindsay Clancy trial alongside a branded advertisement on her podcast, Not Skinny But Not Fat.

The celebrity podcaster addressed the controversy on Instagram on Sunday, August 6, acknowledging that combining coverage of such a tragic and sensitive case with a commercial partnership was inappropriate. Her apology came after the post sparked backlash from people who questioned the decision to place the trial discussion in a promotional context.

Hirsch admitted that she should have recognized the issue before sharing the content and described the decision as deeply insensitive. She also acknowledged that deleting the post would not undo the impact of what she had published.

“Posting about the Lindsay Clancy trial in the same breath as a brand partnership was completely insensitive, wrong, and out of character for me,” Hirsch said in her statement. She added that she should have known better and expressed regret that she failed to recognize how inappropriate the combination was at the time.

The podcaster explained that the case had affected her on a personal level, particularly because she is a mother herself. She said she had been closely following developments surrounding the trial and had frequently discussed the case because of how deeply the circumstances had affected her.

“As a mom, this case has really affected me,” Hirsch wrote, explaining that she had been following the proceedings closely, talking about them regularly and feeling heartbroken by what had happened.

However, Hirsch acknowledged that her emotional involvement with the case caused her to lose sight of the broader context surrounding her social media post. She admitted that she failed to consider how inappropriate it would be to discuss a devastating real-life tragedy while simultaneously featuring a brand partnership.

According to Hirsch, her focus on the trial ultimately contributed to what she described as a serious lapse in judgment. She said that she became so consumed by the subject that she did not stop to consider how the post could be perceived by others or how disrespectful the commercial context could appear.

“I made a terrible judgment call and I feel so f—ing awful about that,” she admitted, emphasizing that she understood why the post had caused concern.

Hirsch also recognized that removing the content could not erase the mistake or the reaction it had generated. Rather than attempting to dismiss the criticism, she took responsibility for the decision and said she was deeply disturbed by her own actions.

“I know deleting it doesn’t erase it,” she acknowledged, adding that she was horrified by the choice she had made.

The influencer further stressed that the incident did not reflect the person she believes herself to be. She described the mistake as an isolated lapse in judgment and asked people to understand that it was not representative of her character or intentions.

Hirsch concluded her statement by offering a sincere apology to those who were hurt or offended by the post. She said she was deeply sorry and appeared to recognize the importance of treating sensitive cases involving real people and families with appropriate care and respect.

The controversy highlights the challenges public figures can face when discussing ongoing or emotionally charged legal cases, particularly when commercial content is involved. For Hirsch, the backlash prompted her to publicly acknowledge her mistake and take responsibility for the decision.

While her apology does not change the original post, Hirsch’s statement makes clear that she understands why the combination of the trial discussion and advertising was viewed as inappropriate. She has since expressed regret and emphasized that she intends to learn from the experience.