Influencer's Betting Ad Sparks Outrage Over Trial

Influencer Amanda Hirsch, known for the "Not Skinny But Not Fat" podcast, issued an apology following significant criticism for a sponsored post with the betting platform Polymarket. The post was shared shortly after the mistrial declaration in the Lindsay Clancy case, where Clancy is accused of murdering her three children.

Hirsch's post noted that Polymarket had predicted a 'Not Guilty' verdict, asking followers if they were surprised. This juxtaposition of a tragic trial with a betting advertisement was met with immediate and intense backlash, leading Hirsch to delete the content.

In her apology, Hirsch described the decision to partner with Polymarket during the trial as "completely insensitive, wrong, and out of character." She explained that her deep engagement with the trial, as a mother, caused her to lose perspective on the appropriateness of her actions.

She further elaborated on her feelings regarding the trial, previously expressing compassion for Clancy while emphasizing the horror of the children's deaths. Hirsch voiced concerns about public reaction to Clancy, fearing it could minimize the tragedy experienced by the children.

The incident highlights the controversial nature of unregulated betting prediction markets like Polymarket, which have previously drawn criticism for spoiling show results. The Clancy trial's mistrial, due to a holdout juror, has also fueled speculation about potential betting influences.