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The Mushroom Murder Trial: Erin Patterson’s True Crimes

Legal Defense Unfolds: Colin Mandy SC Cross-Examines Erin Patterson in Mushroom Murder Trial

14 Jun 2025

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In this bonus episode, we provide an exclusive transcript of Erin's barrister Mr. Colin Mandy SC conducting the final cross-examination in the Mushroom Murder Trial, methodically addressing key points of contention and establishing crucial facts about mushroom foraging seasons.In this compelling bonus episode, we present an exclusive transcript of the legal defense in action, as renowned barrister Colin Mandy SC meticulously cross-examines Erin Patterson during the high-profile Mushroom Murder Trial. Listen as Mandy SC methodically addresses key points of contention, focusing on the realities of mushroom foraging seasons and establishing pivotal facts. Discover how the defense highlights that wild mushroom foragingis strictly seasonal—limited to autumn—and would be 'incredibly unproductive' in December. Plus, gain insight into how Erin Patterson's whereabouts in New Zealand for much of December 2022 play a crucial role in the case. Don’t miss this in-depth look at a legal chess game that could change everything.• Cross-examination reveals wild mushroom foraging is seasonal (autumn only) and would be "incredibly unproductive" in December• Defense establishes Erin was in New Zealand for approximately half of December 2022, when prosecution claims she should have mentioned foraging• Mr. Mandy corroborates Erin's account about her daughter's ballet rehearsal with evidence of Simon Patterson cancelling the lesson• Discussion of Erin's low potassium levels (2.6) and subsequent treatment with supplements while hospitalized• Erin acknowledges iNaturalist searches were "most likely" her while maintaining she has no specific memory of conducting themSign up for the newsletter at mushroommumdertrial.com to receive bonus content before anyone else. Please subscribe to the podcast and leave a review.Support the showInstagram @Erin_PodcastTwitter @lisapodcastsMushroom Murder Trial Website

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