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The Mushroom Murder Trial: Erin Patterson’s True Crimes

The Mushroom Murder Trial: Erin Patterson’s True Crimes

Mushroom Murder Trial Crime | Australian True Crime 85 Episodes Oct 17, 2025

This podcast provides on-the-spot coverage of the trial of Erin Patterson, an Australian woman accused of murder after a family lunch involving beef wellington and mushrooms. It delves into the tragic events that occurred in Morwell, Victoria, and follows the legal proceedings as they unfold in the Victorian court system. The podcast explores the case through the lens of Australian true crime, examining the evidence and the impact on the community.

Episodes

Erin Patterson: Lock Her Up and Throw Away the Key?
Erin Patterson: Lock Her Up and Throw Away the Key? Oct 17, 2025 802 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 Murder Trial Podcast, we unpack the hidden reality of isolation inside Australian prisons and examine why decency must still have a place, even when deal
Deadly Mushrooms and Legal Battles: Following Erin Patterson’s  Appeal
Deadly Mushrooms and Legal Battles: Following Erin Patterson’s Appeal Oct 8, 2025 439 🚨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 be well into her eighties before she can even apply for parole. This is one of the longest sentences ever handed to a female offender in Australian history
They Said WHAT About Erin Patterson?! Kyle & Jackie O Facing Contempt Risk Over Mushroom Killer
They Said WHAT About Erin Patterson?! Kyle & Jackie O Facing Contempt Risk Over Mushroom Killer Oct 6, 2025 470 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 Prosecutions is still weighing potential contempt-of-court charges against the KIIS FM hosts — after Kyle was heard saying “lock that b**h up.”*In this episod
Australian Legal History in Focus: Department of Public Prosecutions Appeals Erin Patterson’s ‘Manifestly Inadequate’ Sentence
Australian Legal History in Focus: Department of Public Prosecutions Appeals Erin Patterson’s ‘Manifestly Inadequate’ Sentence Oct 3, 2025 214 🚨 In a case making waves in Australian legal history, the Department of Public Prosecutions is appealing the sentence handed to Erin Patterson, the so-called mushroom murderer. Prosecutors argue the punishment was 'manifestly inadequate' after Patterson, 51, received a life sentence with a 33-year non-parole period—one of the longest ever given to a female offender in Australia. Why is t
Deadly Mushrooms & Legal Appeal: Inside the Erin Patterson Mushroom Poisoning Case
Deadly Mushrooms & Legal Appeal: Inside the Erin Patterson Mushroom Poisoning Case Oct 1, 2025 373 Erin Patterson is many things, but she's certainly not a master criminal. Explore how the mushroom killer completely screwed up her cover-up and, at the same time, underestimated police.Dive into the shocking story of deadly mushrooms and the high-stakes legal appeal in the Erin Patterson case. Dubbed the 'mushroom murderer,' Patterson is challenging her convictions for mushroom poi
Mother-Daughter Relationship Unveiled: Heather Scutter, Children's Literature, and the Early Life of Erin Patterson
Mother-Daughter Relationship Unveiled: Heather Scutter, Children's Literature, and the Early Life of Erin Patterson Sep 28, 2025 1023 Who was Erin Patterson before the mushroom murders shocked Australia? What shaped Erin Patterson before the mushroom murders rocked Australia? In this episode, we delve deep into her mother-daughter relationship with Dr Heather Scutter, a renowned children's literature academic at Monash University. Drawing from Erin’s own testimony and reflections on her upbringing, we examine how children&a
True Crime Unveiled: Erin Patterson, Mushroom Poisoning, and the Supreme Court of Victoria
True Crime Unveiled: Erin Patterson, Mushroom Poisoning, and the Supreme Court of Victoria Sep 17, 2025 971 In Part Two of Inside Keep Keli Lane Behind Bars, we delve deeper into the true crime story that has captivated our community: Erin Patterson and the infamous mushroom poisoning case. Erin was once a prominent member of our true crime Facebook group, known for her keen insights and passion for justice. But the Erin Patterson we interacted with online seemed worlds apart from the woman who faced tr
Virtual Persona Unmasked: Erin Patterson, the Keli Lane Case, and the Police Investigation That Shook an Online Community
Virtual Persona Unmasked: Erin Patterson, the Keli Lane Case, and the Police Investigation That Shook an Online Community Sep 15, 2025 1389 Recorded in 2024, this episode takes you deep into the digital double life of Erin Patterson, where her virtual persona ignited a storm within a Facebook group obsessed with the Keli Lane case. Join us as we unravel the gripping drama that blurred the lines between online intrigue and real-world consequences, culminating in a police investigation that rocked the community. Discover how Erin's
Inside the Mushroom Murder Trial: Erin Patterson Facebook Secrets & Australia’s Most Chilling Lunch
Inside the Mushroom Murder Trial: Erin Patterson Facebook Secrets & Australia’s Most Chilling Lunch Sep 12, 2025 1402 Welcome to The Mushroom Murder Trial Podcast — your insider account of the shocking case that gripped Australia and the world. I’m Lisa, and I knew Erin Patterson before she became infamous as the Mushroom Killer. In 2019, we crossed paths in a Facebook true crime group while investigating the Kelly Lane child killer case. Back then, Erin seemed like just another mum fascinated by crime. Today, sh
Erin Patterson Speaks to Media, Locks Them Inside Fence at Site of Deadly Mushroom Meal.
Erin Patterson Speaks to Media, Locks Them Inside Fence at Site of Deadly Mushroom Meal. Sep 12, 2025 1249 Flashback: Inside the Australian Mushroom Poisoning: A Journalist’s Take on the Criminal Case and Crisis ManagementDive into the gripping details of the Australian mushroom poisoning criminal case that has captivated audiences worldwide. Discover how the unfolding media circus and Patterson’s unpredictable responses shed light on the complexities of high-profile criminal cases. Award-winning journ
True Crime Australia: Erin Patterson Sentenced to Life for Mushroom Murders
True Crime Australia: Erin Patterson Sentenced to Life for Mushroom Murders Sep 8, 2025 674 Erin Patterson Sentenced: Life with 33 Years No ParoleToday, the gavel finally came down in Melbourne. Erin Patterson – the woman at the centre of the infamous Leongatha death cap mushroom lunch – has been sentenced to life, or 33 years after which she can apply for parole. More than two years after serving the fatal beef wellington that killed three and left one fighting for life, justice has bee
The Myth of the ‘Criminal Genius’: Erin Patterson’s Chilling Crimes
The Myth of the ‘Criminal Genius’: Erin Patterson’s Chilling Crimes Sep 2, 2025 845 The Myth of the ‘Criminal Genius’: Erin Patterson’s Chilling CrimesIn this episode of our podcast, we tackle the chilling crime of Erin Patterson and the myth of the 'criminal genius.' How can someone be simultaneously intelligent yet clumsy in covering their tracks? This paradox is at the heart of the infamous mushroom murder case, which we dissect thoroughly.  We explore Erin's ed

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