Mushroom Case Daily

Erin Patterson's Facebook messages unravel her frustrations toward her estranged husband and lunch guests amidst a poisoning scandal. Digital forensics reveal unsettling evidence connected to toxic mushrooms, while the ongoing trial exposes family dynamics and legal complexities. Investigations delve into mushroom sales and digital testimonies that complicate the narrative. As the courtroom drama unfolds, questions about evidence admissibility and the implications of tech mishaps keep listeners on the edge of their seats.

The trial of Erin Patterson unfolds with gripping revelations. Digital evidence, including her search history for death cap mushrooms, plays a pivotal role in the prosecution's case. Expert witnesses discuss the intricacies of digital forensics, stressing the impact of caches and phone records. Courtroom dynamics reveal the challenges jurors face in adhering to strict evidence guidelines. As the case captivates the public, updates on witness testimonies and courtroom developments keep listeners on the edge of their seats.

Erin Patterson's defence team got to work today, casting doubt over evidence that places the accused near death cap mushroom sightings.In today's episode, Kristian Silva and Stephen Stockwell talk through the defence’s strategy, explain some CCTV vision the jury was shown, and honour an uninvited visitor to the courtroom. If you've got questions about the case that you’d like Kristian and Stocky to answer in future episodes, send them through to mushroomcasedaily@abc.net.au- 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.   

Dive into the gripping case surrounding Erin Patterson as experts trace her mobile phone movements linked to deadly mushrooms. Discover the complexities of forensic phone tracking and its critical role in the trial. Hear about the intricate legal battles as both the prosecution and defense clash over mushroom foraging claims. Uncover the origin of the toxic mushrooms and the broader implications of this tragic incident. With a blend of serious investigation and light-hearted banter, this case continues to captivate audiences worldwide.

Three weeks into Erin Patterson's triple-murder trial, we review the key evidence the jury has heard, and the pressure they are under to absorb enormous volumes of expert evidence. Investigative reporter Rachael Brown joins Kristian Silva and Stephen Stockwell for our weekly wrap, where she champions the trial’s “cool nerds” and explores what’s driving the growing public interest in the case.  If you’ve got questions about the case that you’d like Kristian and Stocky to answer in future episodes, send them through to mushroomcasedaily@abc.net.au-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.   

A juror has been dismissed, after reports he was discussing the trial with family and friends. As the day progressed, the remaining jurors heard evidence from a child protection worker who spoke with Erin about her estranged husband Simon, her parents in law, and why she chose to cook the beef Wellington recipe.In today's episode, Kristian Silva and Stephen Stockwell also recap evidence from a toxicologist who assessed the remains of the Wellington which were fished from the bin.If you've got questions about the case that you'd like Kristian and Stocky to answer in future episodes, send them through to mushroomcasedaily@abc.net.au- 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.   

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 mushroomcasedaily@abc.net.au-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.   

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 mushroomcasedaily@abc.net.au- 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 mushroomcasedaily@abc.net.au-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.  

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 mushroomcasedaily@abc.net.au-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.