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The Mushroom Trial: Say Grace

The Mushroom Trial: Say Grace follows the case of Erin Patterson as she stands accused of murdering three guests who attended a lunch at her property in the Latrobe Valley in 2023. She denies all charges. Co-hosted by Nine reporter Penelope Liersch and The Age Crime & Justice Reporter Erin Pearson, this podcast brings to life a trial that has grabbed global headlines.

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All Episodes

72:31

Catching an ‘evil psychopath’; Inside the...

The Mushroom Trial: Say Grace ·

2025/10/21

Former missing persons squad boss Andrew Stamper takes listeners inside the high profile investigation while offering a rare insight into his 40-year police career.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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20:32

Erin Patterson’s ‘last ditch attempt’

The Mushroom Trial: Say Grace ·

2025/10/02

Erin Patterson’s new barrister tells the court his team needs more time to prepare an appeal case against the triple murderer’s conviction.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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29:39

Sneak peek into ‘Death Cap Murders’

The Mushroom Trial: Say Grace ·

2025/09/13

Even if you think you know this case, you’re about to find out more. Join Penny and Erin as they sit down with documentary director Gil Marsden ahead of the Stan launch of Revealed - Death Cap Murders.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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56:28

A life sentence

The Mushroom Trial: Say Grace ·

2025/09/08

Mushroom murderer Erin Patterson has been sentenced to life behind bars, with a minimum term of 33 years. She’ll be in her early eighties before she’s eligible for parole for the ‘horrendous’ crimes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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30:09

Inside the prison cell

The Mushroom Trial: Say Grace ·

2025/08/29

The prosecution calls for Erin Patterson to be handed a life sentence, without the possibility of parole. The court is also given a rare insight into the killer’s life in a maximum security prison cell, including the personal items she keeps.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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49:12

'I am no longer Erin Patterson’s victim'; The family...

The Mushroom Trial: Say Grace ·

2025/08/26

The only survivor of the deadly mushroom lunch says he forgives the woman who tried to kill him, pastor Ian Wilkinson telling the court ‘now I am no longer Erin Patterson’s victim, and she has become the victim of my kindness’. Speaking through tears the family she tried to destroy say they can not understand her murderous wrath.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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8:58

The killer back in court

The Mushroom Trial: Say Grace ·

2025/08/25

Erin Patterson returns to court to face the victims of her crimes. As part of the two day pre-sentence hearing in Melbourne we’ll be bringing you two episodes dedicated to what the family members say and the legal arguments.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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29:02

How the world reacted to Erin Patterson

The Mushroom Trial: Say Grace ·

2025/08/21

In this episode, Penny and Erin are joined by UK journalist Caroline Cheetham to hear her insights into the case that brought her to Australia.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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35:43

Inside the investigation with John Silvester

The Mushroom Trial: Say Grace ·

2025/08/15

In this episode, Erin sits down with legendary reporter John 'Sly' Silvester to discuss the police investigation, the trial and women who kill.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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48:53

What gave her away? The police interview unpacked

The Mushroom Trial: Say Grace ·

2025/08/12

Criminologist Dr Xanthe Mallett and criminal psychologist Tim Watson-Munro join Penny and Erin to analyse the killer's police interview. They share their insights into Erin Patterson's state of mind, her level of planning and what gives away her lies and deception. Watch the full police interview on 9 News here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=teHqwQuapsASee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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36:31

What really happened to Simon Patterson

The Mushroom Trial: Say Grace ·

2025/08/10

Listen for the first time what the jury didn't hear, including Simon Patterson's claims his estranged wife was trying to kill him for years, secret poison papers found on her electronic devices and the killer's imaginary cat. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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11:34

Plea for leniency

The Mushroom Trial: Say Grace ·

2025/08/08

Crime reporter for The Age, Marta Pascual Juanola joins host Erin Pearson to talk about bombshell updates from the Supreme Court. The judge sets down the pre-sentence hearing dates, as information never presented to the jury comes out.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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41:49

What it’s like to defend a killer; With Nick Papas KC

The Mushroom Trial: Say Grace ·

2025/07/30

We sit down with barrister Nick Papas, KC, to chat about the unusual elements of this trial, the 'unfortunate' jury irregularity and what it's like to defend a killer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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48:20

The many faces of Erin Patterson

The Mushroom Trial: Say Grace ·

2025/07/18

In the aftermath of the trial, Erin and Penny take listeners through their observations from the courtroom, things the jury didn’t see and just how big the global attention is.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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33:25

Why did she do it? The doctor's perspective

The Mushroom Trial: Say Grace ·

2025/07/09

In an extended interview, Leongatha doctor and trial witness Christopher Webster sits down with our hosts to speak about his interactions with murderer Erin Patterson when she arrived on his hospital doorstep in the aftermath of the fatal lunch. It’s a case, he says, that’s changed his life forever. Please be advised: This episode contains strong language. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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29:55

‘Guilty’ - the jury decides

The Mushroom Trial: Say Grace ·

2025/07/07

12 jurors have convicted Erin Patterson of three counts of murder and one count of attempted murder. Come inside the courtroom as the verdict was handed down and hear some of the evidence for the first time.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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3:32

THE VERDICTS

The Mushroom Trial: Say Grace ·

2025/07/07

After 6 days of deliberations, the jury has returned with its verdicts. We bring you some of the reaction as it unfolded in Morwell.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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22:22

Deliberations begin

The Mushroom Trial: Say Grace ·

2025/06/30

After 40 trial days, the jury retires to deliberate. With two jurors balloted off, the remaining 12 are now sequestered, unable to return home. The judge gives them a final warning to avoid discussing the case with anyone outside the secure jury room.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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39:49

Judges of the facts

The Mushroom Trial: Say Grace ·

2025/06/26

The final instructions to the jury, known as the judge’s charge, are underway. Justice Christopher Beale gives directions on the principles of law while also summarising parts of the evidence. He says the jurors, and only them, are the judges of the facts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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54:12

‘Total speculation’

The Mushroom Trial: Say Grace ·

2025/06/19

Erin Patterson’s barrister finishes his final plea to the jury, telling them they must find his client not guilty. He points to four ‘ridiculous convoluted propositions’ from the prosecution and argues the accused never had any reason to harm the lunch guests. He urges the jurors to put themselves in her shoes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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