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The jury for Erin Patterson's murder trial today saw CCTV footage of the moment she dumped her dehydrator, which the prosecution alleges she used to prepare death cap mushrooms.In this episode, Kristian Silva and Stephen Stockwell also recap evidence about the wellington remains, and how the defence spent two hours interrogating a mushroom expert about the difficulty identifying death caps.If you've got questions about the case that you'd like Kristian and Stocky to answer in future episodes, send them through to [email protected]'s the case that's captured the attention of the world. Three people died and a fourth survived an induced coma after eating beef wellington at a family lunch, hosted by Erin Patterson. Police allege the beef wellington contained poisonous mushrooms, but Erin Patterson says she’s innocent. Now, the accused triple murderer is fighting the charges in a regional Victorian courthouse. Court reporter Kristian Silva and producer Stephen Stockwell are on the ground, bringing you all the key moments from the trial as they unravel in court. From court recaps to behind-the-scenes murder trial explainers, the Mushroom Case Daily podcast is your eyes and ears inside the courtroom. Keep up to date with new episodes of Mushroom Case Daily, now releasing every day on the ABC listen app.

At the start of Erin Patterson's trial, the prosecution alleged she travelled to places death cap mushrooms had been spotted. Today, the man who posted some pictures of mushrooms in those areas online gave his evidence.Dr Tom May, a mushroom expert who uses the username "funkeytom" on the iNaturalist website, told the court how to identify death cap mushrooms. Doctors also gave evidence, explaining that Erin Patterson's tests in hospital appeared normal.If you've got questions about the case that you'd like Kristian to answer in future episodes, send them through to [email protected] It's the case that's captured the attention of the world. Three people died and a fourth survived an induced coma after eating beef wellington at a family lunch, hosted by Erin Patterson. Police allege the beef wellington contained poisonous mushrooms, but Erin Patterson says she’s innocent. Now, the accused triple murderer is fighting the charges in a regional Victorian courthouse. Court reporter Kristian Silva and producer Stephen Stockwell are on the ground, bringing you all the key moments from the trial as they unravel in court. From court recaps to behind-the-scenes murder trial explainers, the Mushroom Case Daily podcast is your eyes and ears inside the courtroom. Keep up to date with new episodes of Mushroom Case Daily, now releasing every day on the ABC listen app.

Erin Patterson’s trial has taken a break today, but the Mushroom Case Daily team hasn’t – we’ve prepared this special Q&A episode.Today, Kristian Silva and Stephen Stockwell open up the Mushroom Case Daily mailbag and answer some of the hundreds of questions we’ve received, including the source of the mushrooms used in the lunch, the defence team’s strategy and whether Erin Patterson will take the stand.If you’ve got questions about the case that you’d like Kristian to answer in future episodes, send them through to [email protected]'s the case that's captured the attention of the world. Three people died and a fourth survived an induced coma after eating beef wellington at a family lunch, hosted by Erin Patterson. Police allege the beef wellington contained poisonous mushrooms, but Erin Patterson says she’s innocent. Now, the accused triple murderer is fighting the charges in a regional Victorian courthouse. Court reporter Kristian Silva and producer Stephen Stockwell are on the ground, bringing you all the key moments from the trial as they unravel in court. From court recaps to behind-the-scenes murder trial explainers, the Mushroom Case Daily podcast is your eyes and ears inside the courtroom. Keep up to date with new episodes of Mushroom Case Daily, now releasing every day on the ABC listen app.

The second week of Erin Patterson's murder trial has now finished. Friends, doctors and Erin's children have mapped the aftermath of the lunch.In this episode, Kristian Silva and Stephen Stockwell discuss the Patterson children's evidence, wrap up the week's most memorable moments with investigative reporter Rachael Brown, and let some curious listeners in on a bit of podcast behind the scenes.If you've got questions about the case that you'd like Kristian to answer in future episodes, send them through to [email protected]'s the case that's captured the attention of the world.Three people died and a fourth survived an induced coma after eating beef wellington at a family lunch, hosted by Erin Patterson.Police allege the beef wellington contained poisonous mushrooms, but Erin Patterson says she's innocent.Now, the accused triple murderer is fighting the charges in a regional Victorian courthouse. Court reporter Kristian Silva and producer Stephen Stockwell are on the ground, bringing you all the key moments from the trial as they unravel in court.From court recaps to behind-the-scenes murder trial explainers, the Mushroom Case Daily podcast is your eyes and ears inside the courtroom.Keep up to date with new episodes of Mushroom Case Daily, now releasing every day on the ABC listen app.

Today the jury heard evidence from Erin Patterson’s daughter, who was nine-years-old when she was interviewed by police. In this episode Kristian Silva and Stephen Stockwell discuss what she said and how Erin reacted. They also break down what medical experts said about Erin’s condition in hospital, and the potential source of the deadly mushrooms. If you’ve got questions about the case that you’d like Kristian to answer in future episodes, send them through to [email protected] It's the case that's captured the attention of the world. Three people died and a fourth survived an induced coma after eating beef wellington at a family lunch, hosted by Erin Patterson. Police allege the beef wellington contained poisonous mushrooms, but Erin Patterson says she’s innocent. Now, the accused triple murderer is fighting the charges in a regional Victorian courthouse. Court reporter Kristian Silva and producer Stephen Stockwell are on the ground, bringing you all the key moments from the trial as they unravel in court. From court recaps to behind-the-scenes murder trial explainers, the Mushroom Case Daily podcast is your eyes and ears inside the courtroom. Keep up to date with new episodes of Mushroom Case Daily, now releasing every day on the ABC listen app.

There were tears in the courtroom as children of the deceased lunch guests shared their stories. Plus, a Leongatha doctor described his attempts to convince Erin Patterson of the seriousness of her situation - and potentially her children’s conditions - after she presented to hospital complaining of diarrhoea. In today’s episode, Kristian Silva and Stephen Stockwell also answer questions about the taste of Erin’s beef wellington, the timing of her dehydrator dumping, and why witnesses aren’t giving their opinion on Erin’s guilt or innocence. If you’ve got questions about the case that you’d like Kristian to answer in future episodes, send them through to [email protected] It's the case that's captured the attention of the world. Three people died and a fourth survived an induced coma after eating beef wellington at a family lunch, hosted by Erin Patterson. Police allege the beef wellington contained poisonous mushrooms, but Erin Patterson says she’s innocent. Now, the accused triple murderer is fighting the charges in a regional Victorian courthouse. Court reporter Kristian Silva and producer Stephen Stockwell are on the ground, bringing you all the key moments from the trial as they unravel in court. From court recaps to behind-the-scenes murder trial explainers, the Mushroom Case Daily podcast is your eyes and ears inside the courtroom. Keep up to date with new episodes of Mushroom Case Daily, now releasing every day on the ABC listen app.

Ian Wilkinson survived the beef wellington lunch Erin Patterson held on July 29, 2023. Ian was the pastor at the Patterson’s church in Korumburra, and other than Erin, he’s the only other person who knows what happened when all the guests were there that day. In court today, he gave his testimony. Kristian Silva and Stephen Stockwell talk through his evidence, the surprising moments that cut the tension in the courtroom, and they recap evidence from other witnesses. If you’ve got questions about the case that you’d like Kristian to answer in future episodes, send them through to [email protected] It's the case that's captured the attention of the world. Three people died and a fourth survived an induced coma after eating beef wellington at a family lunch, hosted by Erin Patterson. Police allege the beef wellington contained poisonous mushrooms, but Erin Patterson says she’s innocent. Now, the accused triple murderer is fighting the charges in a regional Victorian courthouse. Court reporter Kristian Silva and producer Stephen Stockwell are on the ground, bringing you all the key moments from the trial as they unravel in court. From court recaps to behind-the-scenes murder trial explainers, the Mushroom Case Daily podcast is your eyes and ears inside the courtroom. Keep up to date with new episodes of Mushroom Case Daily, now releasing every day on the ABC listen app.

Erin Patterson's Facebook friends describe her as a woman who loved her kids, seemed to really like mushrooms and was at the center of a strained relationship. As Erin Patterson’s triple murder trial enters its second week, Kristian Silva and Stephen Stockwell talk through how Erin repeatedly brought up mushrooms and asked for advice on how to cook beef Wellington. If you’ve got questions about the case that you’d like Kristian to answer in future episodes, send them through to [email protected]

Erin Patterson’s triple-murder trial has reached the end of its dramatic first week. We’ve heard about false cancer claims, a close bond with those who died and how her relationship with her estranged husband crumbled.

On the second day of Erin Patterson’s triple murder trial, her estranged husband, Simon Patterson took the stand.

The prosecution laid out its case against Erin Patterson today, but no motive was offered. The defence fired back in its opening, saying the deaths were a terrible accident but the jury must focus on whether Erin Patterson intended to poison her relatives.

Erin Patterson's jury has been picked and the judge has explained how some of the original attempted murder charges have been dropped.

The murder trial of Erin Patterson starts this week. Kristian and Stocky break down the week ahead and what to expect in the courtroom.

Speaking up with your opinion may never be as important as when you’re deliberating with your fellow jurors.

What’s it like prosecuting an accused murderer? Kristian and Stocky find out from someone who’s done it many times.

Take a peek into the world of a barrister who defends society’s most reviled characters.

There are very few people who’ve survived a death cap mushroom poisoning. Simon Claringbold is one of them.In this episode he describes what it was like in ‘the death zone,’ as his vision narrowed and he accepted his fate, before a miraculous turnaround saw him walk out of hospital.

The trial of accused murderer Erin Patterson could allege a very unusual murder weapon: Mushrooms.

Erin Patterson’s murder trial will be held in Morwell, at the closet court to the site of the alleged poisoning. We get to know this hilly Victorian region and its residents.

One year on from a lunch that ended in three deaths, Kristian and Stocky answer your questions and talk about who could end up on the jury.

The Director of Public Prosecutions stands up in the Supreme Court and we meet a new Judge.

As Erin Patterson appears before the Supreme Court for the first time, why is the court getting so serious about secrecy?

Erin Patterson calmly says ‘not guilty’ to three counts of murder and five counts of attempted murder. And we’re on a surprise fast-track to a trial. Kristian and Stocky have all the details.

Seen for the first time since her arrest, the accused triple murderer fronts a quick court hearing that still packs in a couple of surprises. Kristian and Stocky are at the Latrobe Valley Magistrates Court in Morwell to make sure they don’t miss anything.

Where are we at with this case so far? Erin Patterson, the woman at the centre of the mushroom lunch that left three people dead, and a fourth fighting for his life, has been charged but maintains she's innocent. We talk through the charges, about where she is now, and what happens next.

Follow the case involving accused triple murderer, Erin Patterson, and an allegedly poisonous mushroom lunch. Once the proceedings begin, this podcast will bring you all the key updates from court. If and when the case proceeds to a full trial, we'll cover it daily.Press 'Follow' on Mushroom Case Daily now to be the first to hear updates from the case.