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The Mushroom Murder Trial | Erin Patterson PodcastFrom Mushrooms to Medical Records: Erin Patterson Cross-ExaminedErin Patterson was in the witness box for the seventh day as part of her triple murder trial. The prosecutor challenged her testimony about gastric bypass surgery plans and movements near death cap mushroom sightings. The mother of two is accused of deliberately serving poisoned beef wellington to her relatives, resulting in three deaths, though she maintains it was a tragic accident.• Ms Patterson forced to admit the Enrich Clinic does not offer gastric bypass surgery • Medical records from January 2020 to August 2023 contain no mention of weight loss treatment plans• Phone records suggest Ms Patterson may ha...2025-06-1107 minThe Mushroom Murder Trial | Erin Patterson PodcastProsecutors Question Erin Patterson's Medical Claims in Deadly Mushroom PoisoningErin Patterson's triple murder trial enters its seventh week as prosecutors challenge her claims about medical appointments and her condition after the deadly lunch. The mother of two faces questioning about inconsistencies in her story while maintaining her innocence against charges of deliberately serving beef wellington that killed three relatives.Prosecutor Dr. Nanette Rogers disputed Ms Patterson's claim about booking a gastric bypass appointment at Enrich Clinic in Melbourne.Medical records show Ms Patterson's potassium levels improved quickly and her liver function tests showed no damage, unlike typical mushroom poisoning.Prosecutors suggest the...2025-06-1006 minThe Mushroom Murder Trial | Erin Patterson PodcastUnraveling the Mushrioom Trial: Erin Patterson's Courthouse DramaThis episode is from Friday's transcript from the Erin Patterson murder trial, focusing on the prosecutor's examination of Erin's Facebook messages and her account of inviting Simon and his parents to the fatal lunch.• Lisa hosts with guest Louise • Erin's Facebook messages allegedly reveal frustrations with ex-husband Simon and his parents• Messages include phrases like "I'm sick of this shit" and "f them" which Erin claims were just venting• A Witness testified that Erin had portrayed Simon as a poor father and complained about him to online friends• Did Erin mention "important medical news" when...2025-06-0930 minThe Mushroom Murder Trial | Erin Patterson PodcastThe Two Faces of Erin Patterson: Uncovering the Mushroom Murder TrialPlease note I misspoke and I mistakenly said Heather instead of Erin .The error is regretted. Erin Patterson faces the Supreme Court of Victoria on three counts of murder and one count of attempted murder related to a deadly lunch where mushrooms were allegedly served. The prosecution is suggesting she had "two faces" - a loving public persona contrasting with private resentment toward her former in-laws.• Crown Prosecutor Dr Nanette Rogers claims Patterson's Facebook messages reveal her true feelings about in-laws Don and Gail Patterson• Ms Patterson denies allegations that she was angry with her i...2025-06-0706 minThe Mushroom Murder Trial | Erin Patterson PodcastUnder Oath: Erin Patterson Faces Cross-Examination In Mushroom TrialThis bonus episode is a narration the transcript from Erin Trudi Patterson's cross-examination yesterday in the Supreme Court of Victoria, where she faces charges for the alleged mushroom poisoning deaths of three people and attempted murder of another.• Erin Patterson, aged 50, has pleaded not guilty to all charges• Prosecutor Dr. Nanette Rogers questioned Ms Patterson about alleged death cap mushrooms• Ms Patterson, of Leongatha, denies the mushrooms in evidence photos are death caps• Evidence presented includes photos of Ms Patterson's kitchen scales with mushrooms and her dehydrator• Ms Patterson admitted to lying to police abou...2025-06-0612 minThe Mushroom Murder Trial | Erin Patterson PodcastDeath Caps & Deception: Inside the Mushroom Murder Trial Cross-ExaminationErin Patterson faces cross-examination in the Supreme Court of Victoria after pleading not guilty to triple murder charges in the mushroom poisoning case. The prosecution showed Ms Patterson evidence of lies about her dehydrator ownership, mushroom foraging activities, and alleged cancer diagnosis.• Ms Patterson admits lying to police about owning a dehydrator and foraging for mushrooms• Evidence includes photos of mushrooms, the dehydrator, and of Ms Patterson disposing of the appliance at a local tip• Ms Patterson denies knowing she had dehydrated death cap mushrooms• Direct contradiction between Ms Patterson and survivor Ian Wilkinson about th...2025-06-0507 minThe Mushroom Murder Trial | Erin Patterson PodcastCourt Revelations: Erin Patterson's Own Words from the Mushroom Murder TrialThis bonus episode features Erin Patterson's own testimony from the Supreme Court of Victoria, offering her version of events from the lunch at the center of the Mushroom trial.• Erin describes cooking six beef Wellingtons and plating five portions• Detailed account of the kitchen scene, plating process, and conversations before the meal• Gail and Heather took plates to the table while Erin prepared gravy• Family conversations during lunch included discussion about relatives, politics, and a new baby• Erin admits lying about possibly needing cancer treatment when actually planning gastric bypass surgery• Description of who ate wh...2025-06-0510 minThe Mushroom Murder Trial | Erin Patterson PodcastErin Patterson claimed cancer but by accident served death cap mushrooms insteadToday we dive deep into the testimony of Erin Patterson, the accused in the mushroom murder trial, who admits under questioning that her Beef Wellington may have contained death cap mushrooms, while also revealing a web of lies about medical conditions. Ms Patterson's testimony reveals her attempts to reconnect with the Patterson family through meals, and fabricated medical issues to gain sympathy.• Ms Patterson hosted a lunch on June 24th 2023 to reconnect with her ex-in-laws• She admitted fabricating a medical issue including a lump requiring biopsy and MRI• Ms Patterson confessed she lied to mainta...2025-06-0408 minThe Mushroom Murder Trial | Erin Patterson PodcastTriple Murder Trial: Erin Patterson's Mushroom Defence UnfoldsAccused killer Erin Patterson continues her testimony in her triple murder trial, admitting under questioning some mushrooms in her beef wellington might have been poisonous death caps, while most came from supermarkets and grocers. The 50-year-old mother details her mushroom foraging habits developed during COVID lockdowns and describes testing wild mushrooms by trying small amounts first.• Developed interest in wild mushrooms during COVID lockdowns while walking with her children• Gradually became confident identifying certain mushroom varieties and testing them carefully• Regularly purchased exotic mushrooms from Woolworths, farmers markets and Asian grocers• Bought a dehydrator in April...2025-06-0305 min