The Case Of
ABC
The Case Of is your eyes and ears inside the courtroom for Australia's biggest trials, unpacking major trials recently heard in court and cases in the headlines. This podcast will explain how it all works and answer your questions along the way.
The Case Of is the follow-up to the hit podcast Mushroom Case Daily, and all episodes of that show will remain available in the back catalogue of The Case Of.
The response to Mushroom Case Daily was overwhelming, with more than 8,000 emails from listeners, many of them noting how the coverage had given them unprecedented insight into Australia's criminal judicial system. We decided to convert the podcast into an ongoing trial coverage feed to continue delivering on this front, following cases that capture the public's attention.
Our most recent season covers the murder of 24-year-old Toyah Cordingley, who was killed when she went for a walk with her dog on one of north Queensland's idyllic beaches, in 2018. Seven years later, 41-year-old Rajwinder Singh fought the charge of her murder at a trial in Cairns.
Additional seasons of The Case Of include The Croc Wrangler, following the reality star and Northern Territory celebrity Matt Wright, charged with attempting to pervert the course of justice related to the investigation of a fatal helicopter crash.
The Romance Scam follows the trial and appeal of Perth woman Donna Nelson, who was charged with drug trafficking in Japan.
Snowtown Parole follows serial killer James Vlassakis's parole proceedings.
Easey St Murders follows the committal hearing for alleged killer Perry Kouroumblis, who police believe attacked Suzanne Armstrong and Susan Bartlett in their Melbourne terrace house.
Kumanjayi Walker is a six-part series revisiting the murder trial and coronial inquest that followed the police shooting of a young Walpiri man in Yuendumu, in 2019.
The Mushroom Lunch continues to follow all proceedings related to Erin Patterson's triple murder conviction in July 2025.
The Case Of is the follow-up to the hit podcast Mushroom Case Daily, and all episodes of that show will remain available in the back catalogue of The Case Of.
The response to Mushroom Case Daily was overwhelming, with more than 8,000 emails from listeners, many of them noting how the coverage had given them unprecedented insight into Australia's criminal judicial system. We decided to convert the podcast into an ongoing trial coverage feed to continue delivering on this front, following cases that capture the public's attention.
Our most recent season covers the murder of 24-year-old Toyah Cordingley, who was killed when she went for a walk with her dog on one of north Queensland's idyllic beaches, in 2018. Seven years later, 41-year-old Rajwinder Singh fought the charge of her murder at a trial in Cairns.
Additional seasons of The Case Of include The Croc Wrangler, following the reality star and Northern Territory celebrity Matt Wright, charged with attempting to pervert the course of justice related to the investigation of a fatal helicopter crash.
The Romance Scam follows the trial and appeal of Perth woman Donna Nelson, who was charged with drug trafficking in Japan.
Snowtown Parole follows serial killer James Vlassakis's parole proceedings.
Easey St Murders follows the committal hearing for alleged killer Perry Kouroumblis, who police believe attacked Suzanne Armstrong and Susan Bartlett in their Melbourne terrace house.
Kumanjayi Walker is a six-part series revisiting the murder trial and coronial inquest that followed the police shooting of a young Walpiri man in Yuendumu, in 2019.
The Mushroom Lunch continues to follow all proceedings related to Erin Patterson's triple murder conviction in July 2025.
Episodes
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Apr 29, 2025 • 14min
Patterson no longer charged with trying to kill husband
Erin Patterson's jury has been picked and the judge has explained how some of the original attempted murder charges have been dropped.
Apr 28, 2025 • 8min
‘Mushroom murder’ trial poised to begin
The murder trial of Erin Patterson starts this week. Kristian and Stocky break down the week ahead and what to expect in the courtroom.
Jan 5, 2025 • 24min
The Jury: a heavy weight of responsibility
Speaking up with your opinion may never be as important as when you’re deliberating with your fellow jurors.
Jan 5, 2025 • 20min
The Prosecutor: proving beyond reasonable doubt
What’s it like prosecuting an accused murderer? Kristian and Stocky find out from someone who’s done it many times.
Jan 5, 2025 • 23min
The Defence: representing an accused murderer
Take a peek into the world of a barrister who defends society’s most reviled characters.
Oct 20, 2024 • 21min
Surviving death cap mushrooms
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.
Oct 1, 2024 • 19min
A short history of mushrooms
The trial of accused murderer Erin Patterson could allege a very unusual murder weapon: Mushrooms.
Sep 8, 2024 • 24min
Country region braces for local trial
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.
Jul 28, 2024 • 14min
One year on, answering your questions
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.
Jul 15, 2024 • 12min
Victoria's top Prosecutor steps in
The Director of Public Prosecutions stands up in the Supreme Court and we meet a new Judge.
