The Mushroom Murder Trial: Erin Patterson’s True Crimes
Erin Patterson Speaks to Media, Locks Them Inside Fence at Site of Deadly Mushroom Meal.
11 Sep 2025
Flashback: Inside the Australian Mushroom Poisoning: A Journalist’s Take on the Criminal Case and Crisis ManagementDive into the gripping details of the Australian mushroom poisoning criminal case that has captivated audiences worldwide. Discover how the unfolding media circus and Patterson’s unpredictable responses shed light on the complexities of high-profile criminal cases. Award-winning journalist John Ferguson’s early involvement adds depth to this fascinating story. Tune in for a look at one of Australia’s most shocking investigations.The shocking Australian mushroom poisoning case has become one of the most followed criminal stories worldwide, with murder suspect Erin Patterson's bizarre media interactions revealing her unpredictable character and questionable emotional responses.• Award-winning journalist John Ferguson first approached Erin at her home, receiving a defensive response about media ethics• Erin's viral emotional outbursts included sobbing without tears, theatrical gestures, and repeatedly stating she "could not fathom" what happened• Comparisons drawn between Erin's behaviour and other family murderers like Chris Watts who also performed poorly on camera• Police warned about the intense media scrutiny, reminding everyone that three beloved community members lost their lives• Leaked police statement contained Erin's claims about buying mushrooms from supermarkets and an Asian grocery store• Erin's bizarre behaviour included locking journalists inside her property and continuing to engage with media despite legal advice• Legal teams monitored proceedings carefully to prevent any risk of mistrial due to potential jury contaminationContact Lisa on the socials in the show notes, and look out for more episodes coming soon. Thanks for listening today. Before we please head to [www.mushroommurdertrial.com] for more details. If you haven’t yet, please subscribe to this podcast on your preferred platform so you never miss an episode.Please also review it.And if you were feeling like rewarding me for the thousands of hours I’ve spent on this work, I have a buy me a coffee membership which allows you to pay $5 as a thanks and I get a coffee. This goes towards the editing, studio hire, liability \insurance, equipment, sound and voiceovers. Plus there’s exclusive membership material on the site, just for you.Support the showInstagram @Erin_PodcastTwitter @lisapodcastsMushroom Murder Trial Website
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