Erin Patterson's Chilling Crimes: A Closer Look at the Mushroom Murder House
Join host Elisa as we dive into the chilling case of Erin Patterson, centered around a tragic family lunch involving toxic mushrooms and Beef Wellington.'Discover the chilling crimes of Erin Patterson as we dive into the deadly mushroom meal that led to a tragic family lunch. In this episode, we explore her complex case and the Supreme Court’s recent decisions that have barred her from profiting from her Leongatha home, which has become the focal point of multiple court cases related to the compensation claims stemming from her alleged actions. Join the podcast as we draw psychological parallels between Erin and other infamous killers, examining her online personas and the betrayal that unfolded within her true crime community. This episode of The Mushroom Murder Trial Podcast delves deep into the devastating consequences of a meal that took three lives, revealing insights about court trials that will keep you engaged from start to finish.• Channel 7 news featured Lisa discussing the case outside Erin's house, which friends reportedly covered in black plastic• Supreme Court restraining order issued July 23 prevents Erin from selling or leveraging her property• Drawing psychological parallels between Erin Patterson and other killers who approach murder as an intellectual exercise• Comparing Erin's actions to Shakespearean tragedies like Macbeth and King Lear, examining betrayal and consequences• Exploring the uncomfortable reality when someone from a true crime community becomes a perpetrator• Erin's carefully crafted online personas hid her real nature from fellow group membersSign up for the free newsletter at mushroommurdertrial.com and if you haven't yet, please subscribe to this podcast and review it on your preferred platform so you never miss an episode.Support our WorkSupport the showInstagram @Erin_PodcastTwitter @lisapodcastsMushroom Murder Trial Website
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Flashback: Erin Patterson's Mushroom Murder Trial: Community Reactions and Court Updates
Erin Patterson's Mushroom Murder Trial: Community Reactions and Court UpdatesThis episode is from 2024.A court update reveals the accused mushroom cook will return to court earlier than expected, as we explore the Facebook life of those involved and how social media reveals the community's grief and reaction to unwanted media attention.• Erin Patterson, charged with three counts of murder and five counts of attempted murder, will appear in court on April 22 for a case management hearing• Ms Patterson denies all allegations and is entitled to a fair trial without prejudice• Facebook has become a key investigative source, with police reportedly examining deleted social media content• Local Facebook groups reveal the community's grief over their lost members, including tributes to Don Patterson as a beloved teacher• The South Gippsland community feels unfairly portrayed as "cult-like" by media, with Mayor Nathan Hersey describing it as "just a regular country town"• Simon Patterson's Facebook posts provide insight into his past business experiences and health challenges• The Facebook trail shows a community struggling with tragedy while trying to maintain privacy from media scrutinyIf you enjoyed this episode and would like to support our independent podcast, please consider donating $5 via the Buy Me A Coffee platform - link in the show notes. Follow us on Instagram at Erin Podcast, on Twitter at Lisa Podcast, or visit our website for updates and to submit #TrueCrimeAustralia #ErinPatterson #MushroomMurders #AustralianTrueCrime #CrimePodcast #TrueCrimeObsessed #CourtroomDrama #RealCrimeStories #WomenWhoKill #TrueCrimeCommunity #DeathCapMushrooms #UnderTheMicroscope #TrueCrimePodcasts #AussieTrueCrime #CrimeInvestigation #ErinPattersonCase #PodcastPromotion #TrueCrimeReel #TrueCrimeBreakdownSupport the showInstagram @Erin_PodcastTwitter @lisapodcastsMushroom Murder Trial Website
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Beige Pants, Dark Heart: Unmasking the Criminal Psychology of Australia's Mushroom Murderer
Join host Elisa as we dive into the chilling case of Erin Patterson, centred around a tragic family lunch involving toxic mushrooms and Beef Wellington.'The psychology behind poisoners reveals why even intelligent criminals make critical errors, with Erin Patterson's case highlighting cognitive distortions, overconfidence and neurological factors that contribute to poor judgment despite academic intelligence. Australia's notorious female poisoners throughout history demonstrate similar patterns of calculated deception and manipulation, traits that align with Erin's profile as someone who could blend into the background while meticulously planning murder.• Intelligent criminals often fail in their cover-up attempts due to cognitive distortions and overconfidence• Erin brought her phone while collecting mushrooms and disposed of evidence on camera despite being "true crime savvy"• Psychology of poisoners: immature, spoiled personalities who are manipulative and desperate to get their way• Victoria's infamous female poisoning cases include Martha Needle (1894), Alice Mitchell (1909) and Caroline Grylls (1953)• Poisoners typically operate behind pleasant facades while harboring immature personalities determined to manipulate• The "quiet ones" who blend into the background are often the most dangerous and effective killers• Evidence suggests Erin may have been defending herself online before her arrestPlease make sure that you sign up for our newsletter at mushroommurdertrial.com. It's free and it's fabulous.#TrueCrime #MushroomMurderTrial #ErinPatterson #CriminalPsychology #ForensicPsychology #TrueCrimeAustralia #MurderMystery #CourtTrial #CriminalMind #TrueCrimePodcast #IntelligentCriminals #CognitiveDistortions #NetflixYou #PsychologyOfCrime #UnreliableNarrator #CrimeAnalysis #SupremeCourtTrial #MushroomMurder #TrueCrimeCommunitySupport the showInstagram @Erin_PodcastTwitter @lisapodcastsMushroom Murder Trial Website
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Behind Bars for Mushroom Misery The Erin Patterson Story
Flashback from 2024: Explore the shocking media scandals surrounding Erin Patterson's murder charges and the deadly Mushroom mealErin Patterson: Murder Charges, Mushrooms & Media Scandals | True Crime PodcastWelcome to The Erin Patterson Podcast — your insider account of the true crime case that has shocked Australia. In this episode, I’m joined by fellow podcaster Louise Wilkinson, as we reflect on our time in newsrooms, fatal food poisoning stories, and why food, media, and tragedy are forever entangled in this case.We also bring you the latest from the La Trobe Magistrates Court, where Erin Patterson faces charges of murder and attempted murder after allegedly serving a meal of beef wellington laced with deadly mushrooms.🎧 Subscribe for court updates, expert analysis, and behind-the-scenes insights you won’t hear anywhere else.@LisaPodcastsInstagram:@Erin_PodcastPlus you can learn more about this case and send a message through the website. Also please rate and review the Podcast. It helps other people find our work.Thank you so much for listening today. Follow The Erin Patterson Podcast on Apple, Spotify and all other platforms. You can sign up to our email list. That way you will always know when there’s a new episode.Plus you can support our work here for just $5.Moreover, please rate and review the podcast. It helps other people find us.#ErinPatterson #MushroomMurders #TrueCrimeAustralia #AustralianCrime #CourtCase #CrimePodcast #FoodPoisoningCase #MurderTrial #BeefWellington #TrueCrimeCommunity #truecrimecommunity #courtroomdrama #truecrimepodcast #mushroomtrialSupport the showInstagram @Erin_PodcastTwitter @lisapodcastsMushroom Murder Trial Website
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A Recipe for Murder - Australia's Mushroom Killer Erin Patterson
Duncan McNabb, one of Australia's most eminent true crime writers, joins us to discuss his upcoming book on the Erin Patterson mushroom poisoning case that gripped the world.• The case attracted global media attention due to its unusual nature – poisoning by Beef Wellington in rural Australia• Duncan explains how his "spidey senses" as a former detective were immediately alerted by Patterson's behaviour• The two contrasting faces of Erin Patterson – quiet community member versus her spicy online personality• Insights into the jury's definitive guilty verdict after an 11-week trial in Morwell• Discussion of Patterson's possible motives, with Duncan noting that sometimes killers don't have complex reasons• The logistics and challenges of conducting a major criminal trial in a small regional town• The impact on the victims' families, especially the dignified presence of survivor Ian Wilkinson• Details about Duncan's upcoming book "Recipe for Murder" releasing in mid-October 2024Pre-order "Recipe for Murder" by Duncan McNabb, available through Hachette publishing from mid-October.Head to mushroommurdertrial.com to sign up for our free newsletter to stay in the loop, and please subscribe to this podcast on your preferred platform so you never miss an episode.Buy Me A Coffee hereSupport the showInstagram @Erin_PodcastTwitter @lisapodcastsMushroom Murder Trial Website
About The Mushroom Murder Trial: Erin Patterson’s True Crimes
Hosted by Elisabeth Mclean, The Mushroom Murder Trial Podcast delves into the case of Erin Patterson and delivers on-the-spot coverage of one of Australia’s most prominent criminal trials.The focus is on Morwell, a town in southeastern Victoria, as the case of the Department of Public Prosecutions versus Erin Trudi Patterson unfolds. The hearings are taking place at the La Trobe Magistrates’ Court, located about 152 kilometres east of Melbourne, the state’s capital. The Mushroom Murder Trial Podcast follows the event as it moves through the Australian legal system, examining the tragic aftermath of a family lunch involving Beef Wellington and mushrooms. Ms Erin Patterson is pleading not guilty to all charges, which are being run under the direction of The Supreme Court of Victoria. She faces three murder charges and one attempted murder allegation following the deaths after the 29 July 2023 family lunch. The allegations relate to a meal of Beef Wellington which included toxic death cap mushrooms The Mushroom Murder Trial Podcast will examine this tragedy as it makes its way through the Australian legal system.Ms Erin Patterson, aged 50, from Leongatha, was a trainee mathematics teacher before this tragic incident.Subscribe to our Mushroom Murder Trial Podcast newsletter at www.mushroommurdertrial.com for regular updates and exclusive insights.Follow us on Instagram @Erin_pod and find us on Facebook by searching for the Mushroom Murder Trial Podcast. If you'd like to support this independent coverage, consider the Buy Me A Coffee membership for $5, which helps cover production costs and provides exclusive member content from The Mushrooms Murder Trial Podcast. 🔒 Subscribe for Premium Access 🔍Love the podcast? Unlock even more. Subscribers get exclusive access to premium and bonus episodes—no fluff, no filter, just the unvarnished truth. Deep dives, behind-the-scenes insights, and the details we can’t always share publicly. If you're serious about the story, this is where it gets real.🎧 Subscribe now and stay one step ahead.
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