EP 253 – My Honest Take on Ryan Lampers Poaching Charges, Charlie Kirk Shooting + More: Q&A Episode The MH Podcast

Author: Jay Nichol
Published: Fri 12 Sep 2025
Episode Link: https://mindfulhunter.podbean.com/e/ep-253-%e2%80%93-my-honest-take-on-ryan-lampers-poaching-charges-charlie-kirk-shooting-more-qa-episode-the-mh-podcast/

This week on the Mindful Hunter Podcast, I dive into the controversy surrounding hunting influencer Ryan Lampers and the recent wildlife violation charges filed against him.

We’ll break down:

- The details of the allegations (mule deer, mountain lion, wolf)

- What this means for hunters, conservation, and the companies who partnered with him

- Why integrity, responsibility, and transparency matter in the hunting community

⚠️ Important: These are only allegations — Ryan has not been convicted of anything. This discussion is about principles, ethics, and the bigger picture of hunting culture.

I also cover your Q&A questions on gear, elk hunting strategy, backpacks, bullet choice, and more.

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0:00 – Intro: Mountain goat hunt recap & upcoming film

1:16 – Why I’m doing a Q&A episode

1:52 – The Ryan Lammers controversy & wildlife charges

3:24 – Breaking down the charges: deer, lion & wolf

7:08 – Does Ryan owe hunters an explanation?

11:02 – What this means for hunting companies & sponsors

15:23 – Incentives, social media & the pressure on hunters

18:36 – Do past accomplishments get tainted?

22:14 – Public figures, accountability & second chances

25:11 – My personal reflections on integrity & content creation