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The Mushroom Murder Trial: Erin Patterson’s True Crimes

Mushroom Murder Trial Crime | Australian True Crime
Erin Patterson
Death Cap Mushrooms
Erin Trudi Patterson
Beef Wellington
Supreme Court Of Victoria
Mushroom Poisoning
Victoria
Simon Patterson
Leongatha
Australia
Family Dynamics
Morwell
Mushroom Murder Trial
Murder
True Crime
Ian Wilkinson
Heather Wilkinson
Justice Christopher Beale
Australian Legal System
La Trobe Magistrates' Court

The Mushroom Murder Trial Podcast delves into the case of Erin Patterson and delivers on-the-spot coverage of one of Australia’s most prominent criminal trials.

Follow us as we take you through this shocking and devastating Australian True Crime.

The story starts in Morwell, a town in southeastern Victoria, where the beef wellington meal takes place of an average Saturday afternoon.

We also fol... more

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The Erin Patterson matter is before the Victorian Court of Appeal this week, in the form of two major challenges to the outcome of Australia’s infamous mushroom murder trial.

In this episode of The Mushroom Murder Trial Podcast, we examine the Depar... more

Although Erin Patterson’s actions against her family were monstrous, her treatment in custody raises hard questions about the ethics of punishment. 

Solitary confinement doesn’t deliver justice — it destroys people.

 In this episode of The Mushroom... more

🚨Prosecutors in Victoria are now appealing against the mushroom murderer’s sentence, arguing it was — quote — “manifestly inadequate.”

Erin Patterson, aged 51, was jailed for life last month with a non-parole period of 33 years.

That means she’ll ... more

Australia’s most notorious shock jocks, Kyle Sandilands and Jackie O Henderson, are under scrutiny after comments made during Erin Patterson’s mushroom murder trial were under review by prosecutors.

Four months on, Victoria’s Office of Public Prosec... more

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Recent Guests

John Ferguson
Journalist from The Australian who broke the story about the Erin Patterson case
The Australian
Episode: The Man Who First Told the World About Erin Patterson’s Deadly Lunch
Erin Trudi Patterson
The central figure in the mushroom poisoning case, recounting her personal history and experiences.
Episode: From Spiritual Awakening to Mushroom Murder Suspect: Erin Patterson Takes the Stand
Ian Wilkinson
Sole survivor of the deadly Beef Wellington lunch and witness
Episode: The Sole Beef Wellington Mushroom Lunch Survivor Speaks

Host

Lisa Teate
Host of The Mushroom Murder Trial Podcast; journalist with insider perspective on Erin Patterson case and online communities surrounding true crime.

Reviews

3.5 out of 5 stars from 280 ratings
  • Erin’s Friends Hate This Podcast So

    So you really should listen because they are not the most discerning of reviewers.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NotErin’s Pal
    Australia8 months ago
  • These Reviews

    These reviews show a clear pattern consistent with a coordinated or motivated response, rather than organic listener feedback.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MondayMornLatte
    Australia8 months ago
  • Podcast

    Was really hard to listen to words had all gaps in between and was too stuttery

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Emzy5
    Australia9 months ago
  • Review

    As a journalist your supposed to tell the truth not your personal opinion

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Rgthscoef
    Australia10 months ago
  • Skip this one

    Poor reading voice for a podcast series. Too hard to listen to.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Kh . . .
    Australia10 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners frequently note the host's personal connection to the case as a distinguishing factor.
Some listeners value the insider perspective but others criticize delivery or perceived bias.
Overall, listeners appreciate deep-dive analysis and insider context.
Commentary on legal procedures and prison conditions is often highlighted as a strength or point of contention.

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How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#25
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#147
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#218
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#10
Australia/News/News Commentary
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#106
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#15
Finland/News/News Commentary

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A Recipe for Murder - Australia's Mushroom Killer Erin Patterson
Q: What were you surprised by?
Duncan mentioned the two faces of Erin Patterson, one being a caring mother and the other represented in her online life, contrasting with her public persona.
A Recipe for Murder - Australia's Mushroom Killer Erin Patterson
Q: Do you think her testifying helped or made it worse?
Duncan explained that Erin had a choice to testify but felt that not doing so would leave the jury with an incomplete story.
A Recipe for Murder - Australia's Mushroom Killer Erin Patterson
Q: Do you think she had a motive?
Duncan expressed uncertainty about her motive, suggesting it may not be a dark or brewing reason for the act.
A Recipe for Murder - Australia's Mushroom Killer Erin Patterson
Q: So your spidey senses were up, considering you've been a former detective and been around a lot of high-profile cases?
Duncan said he found the case intriguing, ticking a lot of boxes and thinking something just doesn't work.
A Recipe for Murder - Australia's Mushroom Killer Erin Patterson
Q: When did you first hear about the Erin Patterson case?
Duncan first heard about the case after seeing bizarre headlines in Melbourne about a mass poisoning event in Leongatha.

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What is This Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show consistently centers on a high-profile Australian true-crime case involving Erin Patterson and a poisoned family lunch. Episodes cover courtroom developments, appeals, and prison conditions, with a distinctive focus on legal process, media coverage, and the human impact on families and communities. A recurring thread is how online communities and public commentary shape perceptions of guilt, innocence, and justice, often weighing in on sentencing, confinement, and the ethics of reporting high-stakes trials. Noteworthy is the host's insider perspective from prior online groups and her willingness to interrogate institutional responses, making it a provocative listen for those interested in law, media ethics, and true-crime storytel... more

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