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Erin Patterson was convicted of triple murder with no known motive. Still, much has been made of the tensions that simmered with her estranged husband Simon Patterson, and frustrations with her in-laws Don and Gail Patterson and Heather and Ian Wilkinson.In Chapter Two of The Case of the Mushroom Lunch, Rachael Brown and Stephen Stockwell retrace Erin Patterson's key life events before she killed her in-laws: her early career, personality quirks, how she met Simon, and their troubled partnership as they raised two kids.Editor's note (31/07/25): In this episode it is stated Simon Patterson's child support payments were $40 a week; they were $40 a month.

It started with a homemade meal and ended in a triple murder trial. This is the first chapter in our limited series, retelling the tragic and bizarre case of the mushroom lunch, and its host, Erin Patterson.In this series, Rachael Brown and Stephen Stockwell draw together all the twists and turns of the unbelievable story over five episodes.Chapter One returns to the day of the lunch, when four guests arrived at Erin Patterson's Leongatha home, oblivious to what would unfold next.

We will never know exactly how the jury reached its guilty verdicts, but we can tell you why we think they did.Rachael Brown and Stephen Stockwell are re-joined by court reporter Kristian Silva for this post-verdict analysis episode. Today, we outline the most damning evidence against Erin Patterson, the gaps and questions never dealt with in court, and we dig into our listeners' 'Legally Blonde' moments.If you've got questions about the case that you'd like Rachael and Stocky to answer in future episodes, send them through to mushroomcasedaily@abc.net.au-From court recaps to behind-the-scenes murder trial explainers, and post-verdict analysis, Mushroom Case Daily is your eyes and ears inside the courtroom.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 alleged that the beef wellington contained poisonous mushrooms, but Erin Patterson said she was innocent.This podcast follows every development of the trial as the accused triple murderer fights the charges in a regional Victorian courthouse. Reporters Kristian Silva and Rachael Brown are with producer Stephen Stockwell on the ground, bringing you all the key moments as they unravel in court.Keep up to date with new episodes of Mushroom Case Daily on the ABC listen app.To catch up on all the evidence from the case, go back and listen to all our Friday Wrap episodes:A tragic accident or ultimate betrayal? Our Friday WrapWhat happened to the leftovers? Our Friday WrapDeath caps, DNA and drama: Our Friday WrapEverything you need to know about Erin's messages: Our Friday WrapKey moments in the case so far: Our Friday WrapExplaining Erin's evidence: Our Friday WrapThe biggest moments of Erin's evidence: Our Friday WrapKill them all, or reconnect? Our Friday WrapJudging Erin's lies: Our Friday Wrap

If the jury didn't hear it, we couldn't talk about it. That's why for weeks we have left certain questions unanswered, even after getting them hundreds — sometimes thousands — of times.Today Stocky and Rachael lift the lid on these topics for the first time: why manslaughter was not an optional charge, where Erin Patterson lived during the trial, whether a certain novel was found on her bookshelves, and much more.If you've got questions about the case that you'd like Rachael 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 alleged that the beef wellington contained poisonous mushrooms, but Erin Patterson said she was innocent.This podcast follows every development of the trial as the accused triple murderer fights the charges in a regional Victorian courthouse. Reporters Kristian Silva and Rachael Brown and producer Stephen Stockwell are on the ground, bringing you all the key moments as they unravel in court.From court recaps to behind-the-scenes murder trial explainers, and post-verdict analysis, Mushroom Case Daily is your eyes and ears inside the courtroom.To catch up on all the evidence from the case, go back and listen to all our Friday Wrap episodes:A tragic accident or ultimate betrayal? Our Friday WrapWhat happened to the leftovers? Our Friday WrapDeath caps, DNA and drama: Our Friday WrapEverything you need to know about Erin's messages: Our Friday WrapKey moments in the case so far: Our Friday WrapExplaining Erin's evidence: Our Friday WrapThe biggest moments of Erin's evidence: Our Friday WrapKill them all, or reconnect? Our Friday WrapJudging Erin's lies: Our Friday Wrap

As Erin Patterson has spent her first night in prison a convicted murderer, the prosecution's exhibits from the trial have been released to the public.In this episode Rachael Brown and Stephen Stockwell reveal the panicked triple-0 call from a doctor in Leongatha, and bring you reactions from the police and the community in Korumburra.If you've got questions about the case that you'd like Rachael 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. Investigative reporter Rachael Brown 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.To catch up on all the evidence from the case, go back and listen to all our Friday Wrap episodes:A tragic accident or ultimate betrayal? Our Friday WrapWhat happened to the leftovers? Our Friday WrapDeath caps, DNA and drama: Our Friday WrapEverything you need to know about Erin's messages: Our Friday WrapKey moments in the case so far: Our Friday WrapExplaining Erin's evidence: Our Friday WrapThe biggest moments of Erin's evidence: Our Friday WrapKill them all, or reconnect? Our Friday WrapJudging Erin's lies: Our Friday Wrap

After more than 10 weeks, the jury in Erin Patterson's murder trial has reached their verdict on the three charges of murder and one charge of attempted murder.Rachael Brown was in the room as the verdict was handed down. She tells Stephen Stockwell how this dramatic moment unfolded, and shares a statement provided to Mushroom Case Daily from Erin Patterson's close friend and supporter.If you've got questions about the verdict that you'd like Rachael 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. Investigative reporter Rachael Brown 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.To catch up on all the evidence from the case, go back and listen to all our Friday Wrap episodes:A tragic accident or ultimate betrayal? Our Friday Wrap: https://www.abc.net.au/listen/programs/mushroom-case-daily/a-tragic-accident-or-ultimate-betrayal/105245906What happened to the leftovers? Our Friday Wrap: https://www.abc.net.au/listen/programs/mushroom-case-daily/what-happened-to-the-leftovers-our-friday-wrap/105276400Death caps, DNA and drama: Our Friday Wrap: https://www.abc.net.au/listen/programs/mushroom-case-daily/deathcaps-dna-and-drama/105303264Everything you need to know about Erin's messages: Our Friday Wrap: https://www.abc.net.au/listen/programs/mushroom-case-daily/week-four-wrap/105330890Key moments in the case so far: Our Friday Wrap: https://www.abc.net.au/listen/programs/mushroom-case-daily/key-moments-in-the-case-so-far-week-three-wrap/105360478Explaining Erin's evidence: Our Friday Wrap: https://www.abc.net.au/listen/programs/mushroom-case-daily/explaining-erins-evidence-week-six-wrap/105387996The biggest moments of Erin's evidence: Our Friday Wrap: https://www.abc.net.au/listen/programs/mushroom-case-daily/the-biggest-moments-of-erins-evidence-our-friday-wrap/105415288Kill them all, or reconnect? Our Friday Wrap: https://www.abc.net.au/listen/programs/mushroom-case-daily/kill-them-all-or-reconnect-our-friday-wrap-/105441452Judging Erin's lies: Our Friday Wrap: https://www.abc.net.au/listen/programs/mushroom-case-daily/judging-erins-lies-our-friday-wrap/105470888

When we landed in Morwell 10 weeks ago to make this podcast, we had no idea what was ahead — both inside the courtroom and outside.Turns out a lot of you are curious about the experience of making this podcast, why we are so emotionally invested, and our observations of the community we've been embedded in.In this episode, Rachael Brown and Stephen Stockwell give listeners a peek into their lives in Morwell, and a behind the scenes of making the pod.If you've got questions about the case that you'd like Rachael 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. Investigative reporter Rachael Brown 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.To catch up on all the evidence from the case, go back and listen to all our Friday Wrap episodes:A tragic accident or ultimate betrayal? Our Friday WrapWhat happened to the leftovers? Our Friday WrapDeath caps, DNA and drama: Our Friday WrapEverything you need to know about Erin's messages: Our Friday WrapKey moments in the case so far: Our Friday WrapExplaining Erin's evidence: Our Friday WrapThe biggest moments of Erin's evidence: Our Friday WrapKill them all, or reconnect? Our Friday WrapJudging Erin's lies: Our Friday Wrap 

In a closed room in the Latrobe Valley Law Courts, 12 people are deciding if Erin Patterson is guilty or not guilty of murder and attempted murder. In this episode Rachael Brown and Stephen Stockwell answer your questions about the jury; how much they’re paid, the way they’ll approach deliberations, what support is available and how we’ll be told they have reached a verdict.   If you’ve got questions about the case that you’d like Rachael 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. Investigative reporter Rachael Brown 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.   To catch up on all the evidence from the case, go back and listen to all our Friday Wrap episodes:A tragic accident or ultimate betrayal? Our Friday WrapWhat happened to the leftovers? Our Friday WrapDeath caps, DNA and drama: Our Friday WrapEverything you need to know about Erin's messages: Our Friday WrapKey moments in the case so far: Our Friday WrapExplaining Erin's evidence: Our Friday WrapThe biggest moments of Erin's evidence: Our Friday WrapKill them all, or reconnect? Our Friday WrapJudging Erin's lies: Our Friday Wrap 

After nine weeks, the jury has retired to consider its verdict: whether Erin Patterson is guilty or not guilty of murder and attempted murder.In this episode Rachael Brown and Stephen Stockwell talk through the final instructions given to the jury, explain how they'll return their verdict and what happens while we wait.If you've got questions about the case that you'd like Rachael 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. Investigative reporter Rachael Brown 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.

As the jury departed for their last weekend at home before deliberations, Justice Christopher Beale gave specific instructions on how they should consider the lies Erin Patterson has told.In our Friday Wrap, Rachael Brown and Stephen Stockwell explain Justice Christopher Beale's directions to the jury — highlighting specific lies and alleged incriminating conduct — explain the next steps and answer your questions.If you've got questions about the case that you'd like Rachael 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. Investigative reporter Rachael Brown 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.