The Mushroom Trial: Say Grace

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  Erin Patterson's lies 21.08.2026 33хв

  Erin Patterson's interest in foraging for wild mushrooms was at the centre of the second day of her appeal against her convictions for murder and attempted murder, which she has always denied, as prosecutors zeroed in on the lies she told police. The DPP also put forward its case for why she should never be released from prison as they appeal her sentence. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Killer’s appeal 20.08.2026 36хв

  Lawyers for mushroom murderer Erin Patterson claim the jury could have been contaminated by a hotel blunder and that the killer was forced to take the stand. Her legal team have argued seven key issues in an attempt to have her convictions thrown out. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Why Erin Patterson is fighting her convictions 06.11.2025 12хв

  In this episode we bring you the court documents filed by the mushroom killer’s defence and the seven reasons why they are seeking an appeal.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Erin Patterson’s ‘last ditch attempt’ 02.10.2025 20хв

  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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  A life sentence 08.09.2025 56хв

  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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  Inside the prison cell 29.08.2025 30хв

  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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  'I am no longer Erin Patterson’s victim'; The family speaks 26.08.2025 49хв

  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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  The killer back in court 25.08.2025 8хв

  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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  How the world reacted to Erin Patterson 21.08.2025 29хв

  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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  Inside the investigation with John Silvester 15.08.2025 35хв

  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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  What gave her away? The police interview unpacked 12.08.2025 48хв

  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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  What really happened to Simon Patterson 10.08.2025 36хв

  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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  Plea for leniency 08.08.2025 11хв

  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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  What it’s like to defend a killer; With Nick Papas KC 30.07.2025 41хв

  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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  The many faces of Erin Patterson 18.07.2025 48хв

  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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  Why did she do it? The doctor's perspective 09.07.2025 33хв

  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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  ‘Guilty’ - the jury decides 07.07.2025 29хв

  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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  THE VERDICTS 07.07.2025 3хв

  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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  Deliberations begin 30.06.2025 22хв

  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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  Judges of the facts 26.06.2025 39хв

  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.