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The Mushroom Murder Trial: Erin Patterson’s True Crimes

Mushroom Murder Trial Crime | Australian True Crime

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.As seen on Revealed: Death Cap Murders Stan Original Documentary Series. Follow us as we take you through this shocking and devastatingAustralian 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 follow the trial as the Department of

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13:22

Erin Patterson: Lock Her Up and Throw Away the Key?

The Mushroom Murder Trial: Erin Patterson’s True Crimes ·

2025/10/17

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 dealing with the infamous like Erin Patterson. Ms Patterson has been in isolation in Vict...

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7:19

Justice Denied? Why the Crown is Appealing Erin...

The Mushroom Murder Trial: Erin Patterson’s True Crimes ·

2025/10/08

🚨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. But the department of Public Prosecutions has confirmed it’s not satisfied with the

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7:50

They Said WHAT About Erin Patterson?! Kyle & Jackie O...

The Mushroom Murder Trial: Erin Patterson’s True Crimes ·

2025/10/06

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 episode, Lisa from The Mushroom Murder Trial Podcast breaks down what’s happening behind the scenes: ...

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3:43

Erin Patterson To Appeal Convictions | Mushroom...

The Mushroom Murder Trial: Erin Patterson’s True Crimes ·

2025/10/02

Erin Patterson, known as the “mushroom murderer”, is lodging an appeal against her convictions for the triple murder of her in‑laws and an attempted murder. 🏛️ In July, Patterson was found guilty of fatally poisoning Don & Gail Patterson and Gail’s sister Heather Wilkinson by serving beef Wellingtons laced with deadly mushrooms. 📆 She was sentenced to life imprisonment with a 33‑year non‑parole period. ⚖️ Her new barrister, Richard Edney, has secured a 28‑day extension to file...

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6:13

How Mushroom Killer Erin Patterson Underestimated...

The Mushroom Murder Trial: Erin Patterson’s True Crimes ·

2025/10/01

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. This episode is an excerpt of Lisa talking about the mushroom trial with Ian and Brad from The Made in Lithgow podcast. Plus we will also update you on a court hearing tomorrow in Melbourne for Ms Patterson. Made in Lithgow Episode #mushroomtrial #erinpatterson #mushroomkiller #truecrimeaustralia #austr...

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17:03

The Childhood of Erin Patterson: Heather Scutter,...

The Mushroom Murder Trial: Erin Patterson’s True Crimes ·

2025/09/28

Who was Erin Patterson before the mushroom murders shocked Australia? In this episode, we look beyond the headlines into her childhood and her relationship with her mother, Dr Heather Scutter—a respected children’s literature academic at Monash University. Through Erin’s own testimony and claims about her upbringing, we explore how stories, intellect, and discipline shaped her early life. Was her mother truly the “cold robot” Erin described, or is this just part of the killer’s narrative? Dra...

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16:11

Mushroom Murderer Erin Patterson and the True Crime...

The Mushroom Murder Trial: Erin Patterson’s True Crimes ·

2025/09/16

Part Two: Inside Keep Keli Lane Behind Bars, Erin Patterson appeared to demonstrate some traits common amongst convicted poisoners. For a start, the self-obsession and the manipulation. But the Erin Patterson we thought we knew and the Erin Patterson who stood trial for murder seemed like two entirely different people. On one hand, she was a key figure in our true crime group, someone who shared our passion for seeking the truth. Inside The Supreme Court of Victoria, Erin could be seen ...

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23:22

Inside the Mushroom Murder Trial: Erin Patterson,...

The Mushroom Murder Trial: Erin Patterson’s True Crimes ·

2025/09/12

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, she is convicted of murder and attempted murder after serving a fatal Beef Wellington laced w...

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11:14

Erin Patterson Sentenced: Life in Prison - 33 Years...

The Mushroom Murder Trial: Erin Patterson’s True Crimes ·

2025/09/08

Erin Patterson Sentenced: Life with 33 Years No Parole Today, 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 been delivered. In this episode, we break down today’s sentencing, what it means for the mush...

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14:05

Brilliant but Bumbling? Erin Patterson and the Myth...

The Mushroom Murder Trial: Erin Patterson’s True Crimes ·

2025/09/02

Brilliant but Bumbling? Erin Patterson and the Myth of the ‘Criminal Genius’ How can Erin Patterson be both highly intelligent and yet so disastrously clumsy in covering her tracks? It’s the question that has shadowed the mushroom murder case—and one I hear every time I mention her supposed brilliance. In this episode, we dig into her background in a gifted program at Melbourne’s University High, explore testimonies from classmates, family, and experts, and compare Erin’s case with infamous “...

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9:35

Inside the Mushroom Murder Trial: Glimpses of Erin...

The Mushroom Murder Trial: Erin Patterson’s True Crimes ·

2025/09/01

In this episode of The Mushroom Murder Trial Podcast, journalist and podcaster Lisa takes listeners inside the courtroom and beyond, sharing rare details from pre-trial hearings where Erin Patterson appeared by video link from prison. From her changing appearance to moments of unexpected animation, Lisa reflects on what these glimpses reveal about Patterson’s isolation and state of mind. We also revisit powerful victim impact statements, including words from Ruth Dubois, whose mother, Gail, w...

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12:00

“Is There Evil at Play?” - Another Patterson’s...

The Mushroom Murder Trial: Erin Patterson’s True Crimes ·

2025/08/28

“Is There Evil at Play?” — Tim Patterson’s Warning About Mushroom Killer The day after the fatal mushroom lunch, Simon Patterson’s cousin Tim wrote in his diary: “Coincidence, or is there evil at play here?” Long before the deaths, Tim had already been troubled by Erin Patterson’s behaviour and her role in Simon’s unexplained illnesses. In this episode, I revisit Tim’s warnings — how he raised concerns, why Simon respected his instincts, and what this early suspicion reveals about...

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8:53

Erin Patterson’s Bleak Prison Life Exposed at Plea...

The Mushroom Murder Trial: Erin Patterson’s True Crimes ·

2025/08/26

Welcome back to the Mushroom Murder Trial podcast. I’m Lisa, reporting from Melbourne. Yesterday in the Supreme Court of Victoria, we heard confronting details about Erin Patterson’s grim prison reality. Locked in isolation for 23 hours a day at Dame Phyllis Frost Centre, her only potential conversation comes through a mesh fence with convicted terrorist and killer, Momena Shoma. During the plea hearing, Patterson faced the families of her victims, including survivor Pastor Ian Wilkinson. Pro...

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6:42

Erin Patterson Faces Sentencing: Forgiveness, Grief,...

The Mushroom Murder Trial: Erin Patterson’s True Crimes ·

2025/08/25

In this episode of The Mushroom Murder Trial Podcast, we take you inside the Supreme Court of Victoria as Erin Patterson faces sentencing for the fatal mushroom meal that shocked Australia. Survivors and grieving families delivered powerful victim impact statements, though most will remain private. Pastor Ian Wilkinson, the sole survivor, told the court he forgives Patterson — but also condemned her “callous and calculated disregard” for life. He paid moving tribute to his late wife Heather, ...

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13:07

Mushroom Murder Trial: Erin Patterson to Face Her...

The Mushroom Murder Trial: Erin Patterson’s True Crimes ·

2025/08/21

Next week, the convicted mushroom killer will be forced to sit through a two-day plea hearing as the families of her victims deliver powerful impact statements. Will Patterson meet their gaze, or will she retreat behind tissues and her belief that she’s the true victim in all this? We’ll look at what’s ahead in court: how Simon Patterson might confront his estranged wife, Erin. Plus the dignity shown so far by the Patterson and Wilkinson families, and whether Erin will risk a glare or a break...

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14:30

Inside Erin Patterson’s Mind: What Social Workers...

The Mushroom Murder Trial: Erin Patterson’s True Crimes ·

2025/08/15

Erin Patterson: What Social Workers Were Told The killer’s words to social workers reveal a disturbing pattern — from emotional manipulation to drawing her children into conflict with their father. In this episode of The Mushroom Murder Trial Podcast, we break down her claims, the family tensions, and what it all means ahead of her sentencing. Australia’s most infamous mushroom case is nearing its end — and the truth is more twisted than you think. Inside Erin Patterson’s chilling accou...

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35:17

The Man Who First Told the World About Erin...

The Mushroom Murder Trial: Erin Patterson’s True Crimes ·

2025/08/10

In this episode of **The Mushroom Murder Trial Podcast**, we again dive into the chilling crimes surrounding Erin Patterson and her deadly Beef Wellington lunch that turned a family gathering into a tragic event. We speak to John Ferguson, from The Australian, who was the first journalist to reveal the story of the mass food poisoning lunch. He is an Associate Editor of The Australian and has been a multi-award winning journalist for 40 years. He has filed scoops including the charging ...

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14:09

Erin Patterson: The Hospital Meeting That Changed...

The Mushroom Murder Trial: Erin Patterson’s True Crimes ·

2025/08/09

August 2, 2023. While Erin Patterson was dumping a food dehydrator at the Leongatha tip, her lunch guests lay critically ill in hospital. Inside the Austin Hospital chapel, Simon Patterson called a family meeting that would alter the course of the entire case. His cousin, Ruth du Bois, remembers the moment he revealed a chilling truth — he believed Erin had deliberately made him sick in the past, and had stopped eating her food. The next day, Simon shared his medical records with relatives. F...

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19:34

Suppression order lifted - the full truth about Erin...

The Mushroom Murder Trial: Erin Patterson’s True Crimes ·

2025/08/08

In this episode of The Mushroom Murder Trial, we unveil the chilling crimes of Erin Patterson, focusing on her alleged murder attempts on husband Simon Patterson. For the first time, suppressed details surrounding the notorious 2023 family lunch featuring Beef Wellington and toxic mushrooms are revealed. Hosted by Elisabeth Mclean, this episode provides an in-depth analysis of the unfolding court trials in Morwell, southeastern Victoria. As Erin Patterson confronts significant cha...

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11:16

Simon Patterson's Story: Surviving Australia's...

The Mushroom Murder Trial: Erin Patterson’s True Crimes ·

2025/08/03

Simon Patterson is at the heart of one of Australia’s most chilling crimes, as the estranged husband of convicted murderer Erin Patterson. In this episode, we delve into the tragic story behind this high-profile court case, exploring Simon’s life after the devastating events surrounding a family lunch that went horribly wrong. He narrowly escaped death after missing a notorious mushroom meal that claimed the lives of his parents and aunt, which gives us a glimpse into the tragic a...

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