This was recorded in 2024. We are now the Mushroom Murder Trial Podcast.The Mushroom Murder Trial Podcast is an unfolding account of a high-stakes legal saga, which promises to hinge on a dossier of technological evidence and witness accounts. As she braces for a court return in May, we dissect a Herald- Sun report that sheds light on this potentially pivotal evidence collection.Ms Patterson is presumed innocent and was challenging the allegations concerning mostly from a lunch of Beef Wellington with mushrooms. The stakes are monumental for the mother of two, who stands resolute in her denial of the allegations while maneuvering the precarious undercurrents of prison life in a protected custody unit.This episode offers an unflinching look at the grueling reality faced by Ms Erin Patterson behind bars, where the gravity of the charges against her casts a long shadow.The account also presents a preview of the legal strategies that may unfold in the courtroom. Beef Wellington with mushroomsBe sure to join us as we navigate through this intricate tale, where we observe the scales of justice and where the truth is as elusive as it is paramount.Tune in for an episode that promises no less than a dissection of a story where eating Beef Wellington with mushrooms could be the difference between life and death.You can find Lisa on Twitter@LisaPodcastsInstagram:@Erin_PodcastPlus you can learn more about this case and send a message through the websiteAlso please rate and review The Erin Patterson Podcast. It helps other people find our work.Thank you so much for listening today. Follow The Erin Patterson Podcast on Apple, Spotify and all other platforms. You can sign up to our email list. That way you will always know when there’s a new episode.Plus you can support our work here for just $5.Moreover, please rate and review The Mushroom Murdet Trial podcast. It helps other people find us.And we do promise you're going to get the whole story of the Beef Wellington with mushrooms.In the spirit of reconciliation, this podcast and its authors acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of Country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respect to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today.Support the showInstagram @Erin_PodcastTwitter @lisapodcastsMushroom Murder Trial Website
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Unpacking Erin Patterson’s Past: Marriage, Motives, and Mushroom Murders
The Mushroom Murder Trial podcast explores the complex and troubled life of convicted murderer Erin Patterson through interviews, court testimony, and background information on her relationship with her husband Simon. We take a deep dive into Erin's personality traits, her high-functioning autism, and the tumultuous marriage that eventually led to murder.• Former colleagues describe Erin as "eccentric and abrasive" during her time as an air traffic controller, noting her difficulty with social interactions• Erin and Simon's relationship was marked by multiple separations and reconciliations between 2008-2013, yet Simon often seemed confused about why they split• The couple attended Bible study and were regular churchgoers, revealing a religious side of Erin that surprised those who knew her more sarcastic personality• Erin constantly moved between homes, cities, and careers—from Melbourne to Western Australia and back to Victoria• While living in Western Australia, Erin opened a secondhand bookstore specialising in non-fiction books about politics, true crime, and parenting• Simon's cousin David noted Erin's introverted nature but mentioned she seemed more comfortable in smaller group settings• A disturbing revelation suggests Erin had been poisoning Simon during their camping trips long before the final mushroom poisoning incidentSubscribe to our newsletter at mushroommurdertrial.com for updates and information about the trial and follow the podcast on Apple, Spotify and all other platforms to stay informed about new episodes.Support the showInstagram @Erin_PodcastTwitter @lisapodcastsMushroom Murder Trial Website
We explore Erin Patterson's future after being found guilty of murder, examining what life imprisonment means in Victoria and what happens when entering the prison system. I share insights about the Dame Phyllis Frost Centre where Patterson is being held, her difficult adjustment to prison life, and how inmates navigate Australia's correctional system.• Patterson is currently held in protective isolation at Dame Phyllis Frost Centre in Melbourne• She has reportedly frustrated prison staff with constant complaints about conditions• Other inmates have targeted her with mushroom-related insults• In Victoria, life imprisonment truly means remaining in prison for one's natural life• The Supreme Court can decide whether to set a non-parole period or not• Murder is classified as a Category 1 offence requiring imprisonment with few exceptions• Ex-inmate advice suggests respect, avoiding debt, and maintaining mental health are crucial for survival• Patterson has reportedly received "love letters" from parasocial supporters who follow her caseSupport us on Buy Me A CoffeeMake sure you're subscribing to the newsletter on mushroommurdertrial.com where you get information first. It's jam-packed with news and it's free. Please also follow and review this podcast. This week, I'll be interviewing Duncan McNabb, one of the authors of an upcoming book about Erin Patterson.Support the showInstagram @Erin_PodcastTwitter @lisapodcastsMushroom Murder Trial Website
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Inside the Second Police Raid at Mushroom Killer Erin Patterson’s Home | True Crime Flashback
This episode about Erin Patterson is from 2024.We bring you the latest developments in the mushroom poisoning case that claimed three lives in Victoria. Accused killer Erin Patterson has been moved to isolation in Dame Phyllis Frost Centre for her own safety as the police brief is finalised.• Erin Patterson faces three murder charges and five attempted murder charges following the deadly lunch she hosted• Technology detector dogs found crucial electronic evidence missed in initial police searches• Survivor Ian Wilkinson recently returned to preaching, marking six months since he was seriously unwell following the tragedy• Police brief will be served on Monday after a 20-week investigation• The beef Wellington case continues to generate significant media attentionFollow the podcast on Apple, Spotify and all other platforms. Go to the link in the show notes to sign up to our email list so you'll always know when there's a new episode.Support our work on Buy Me A CoffeeSupport the showInstagram @Erin_PodcastTwitter @lisapodcastsMushroom Murder Trial Website
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Erin Patterson’s Mushroom Murder Motive - She’s Just Like Killer Chris Watts
Erin Patterson is guilty and the hidden truth of her coercive controlling behaviour is finally revealed, highlighting disturbing parallels with other family annihilators like Chris Watts. • Former Air Services Australia colleagues dubbed her "Scutter the Nutter" and "Crazy Erin" for pathological lying and manipulation• Patterson used deadly death cap mushrooms as her murder weapon, killing three people at a family lunch• Her crimes represent classic coercive control - punishing her ex-husband Simon by eliminating his family• Journalist Claire Harvey describes Patterson's controlling behaviours as domestic violence often missed because she's female• Patterson's coldly calculated plan included discarding evidence at the tip while being caught on CCTV• Former colleagues report Patterson had "guys wrapped around her little finger" despite her strange behaviour• The triple murderer faces upcoming pre-sentencing hearings with 28 days to launch a potential appealChris Watts episode Visit mushroommurdertrialcom to subscribe to the newsletter for case updates. Follow the podcast on Instagram, YouTube and Twitter, and consider supporting this work through the Buy Me a Coffee membership.Support the showInstagram @Erin_PodcastTwitter @lisapodcastsMushroom Murder Trial Website
About The Mushroom Murder Trial | Erin Patterson Podcast
The Mushroom Murder Trial Podcast delivers on-the-spot coverage of one of Australia’s most prominent criminal trials.The focus is on Morwell, a town in southeastern Victoria, as the case of the Department of Public Prosecutions versus Erin Trudi Patterson unfolds. The hearings are taking place at the La Trobe Magistrates’ Court, located about 152 kilometres east of Melbourne, the state’s capital. The Mushroom Murder Trial Podcast follows the event as it moves through the Australian legal system, examining the tragic aftermath of a family lunch involving Beef Wellington and mushrooms. Ms Erin Patterson is pleading not guilty to all charges, which are being run under the direction of The Supreme Court of Victoria. She faces three murder charges and one attempted murder allegation following the deaths after the 29 July 2023 family lunch. The allegations relate to a meal of Beef Wellington which included toxic death cap mushrooms The Mushroom Murder Trial Podcast will examine this tragedy as it makes its way through the Australian legal system.Ms Erin Patterson, aged 50, from Leongatha, was a trainee mathematics teacher before this tragic incident.Subscribe to our Mushroom Murder Trial Podcast newsletter at www.mushroommurdertrial.com for regular updates and exclusive insights.Follow us on Instagram @Erin_pod and find us on Facebook by searching for the Mushroom Murder Trial Podcast. If you'd like to support this independent coverage, consider the Buy Me A Coffee membership for $5, which helps cover production costs and provides exclusive member content from The Mushrooms Murder Trial Podcast. 🔒 Subscribe for Premium Access 🔍Love the podcast? Unlock even more. Subscribers get exclusive access to premium and bonus episodes—no fluff, no filter, just the unvarnished truth. Deep dives, behind-the-scenes insights, and the details we can’t always share publicly. If you're serious about the story, this is where it gets real.🎧 Subscribe now and stay one step ahead.
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