Best Direct Examination Podcasts (2025)

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Leongatha Mushroom Trial: Jury Deliberates Erin Patterson’s Fate at Latrobe Valley Law Courts 5:17

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4d ago5:17

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The jury in Erin Patterson's mushroom murder trial has begun deliberations after a 10-week trial at Latrobe Valley Law Courts. Facing three murder charges and one attempted murder charge from a 2023 lunch at her Leongatha home, Patterson's fate now rests with a sequestered jury considering whether she deliberately intended to kill or harm her guest…

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Mushroom Poisoning at Erin Patterson’s House: Pastor Ian Wilkinson of Korumburra Baptist Church Shares His Story 37:57

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Pastor Ian Wilkinson shares his firsthand account of the deadly mushroom lunch at Erin Patterson's home that claimed the lives of his wife and two others, while he miraculously survived. In this episode of the Erin Patterson murder trial: • Long-time pastor of Korumburra Baptist Church for 26 years • Describes his relationship with Erin Patterson a…

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The Dehydrator, the Dummy Phone, and the Judge’s Warning: Inside Week 9 of the Erin Patterson Trial 7:44

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📝 Show Notes — The Mushroom Murder Trial Podcast Episode: Week Nine – Jury to Be Locked In, Phones Missing, and the Dehydrator Dumped Host: Lisa This week we reach a critical juncture in the Erin Patterson trial, now into its ninth week inside the Supreme Court in Morwell, Victoria. 🔍 In this episode: Justice Christopher Beale continues his final i…

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Did Erin Patterson Intentionally Poison Gail Patterson? Justice Christopher Beale Guides Jury in Mushroom Murder Trial 5:26

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Justice Christopher Beale has delivered his initial phase of instructions to the jury in the Erin Patterson mushroom murder trial, emphasising they alone must determine if the prosecution has proven her guilt beyond reasonable doubt. The case centres on whether Ms Patterson deliberately laced a beef wellington with death cap mushrooms, killing her …

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Erin Patterson Cross-Examined: Signal Messages Revealed in Court Transcript 11:23

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The Mushroom Murder Trial Podcast provides updates on the Erin Patterson mushroom murder trial as it potentially enters its final week, with the judge set to give jury instructions on Tuesday. This episode features a detailed reading of Friday's court transcript, including critical cross-examination about Signal messages between Patterson and her f…

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Beef Wellington Poisoning Trial: Colin Mandy SC Challenges Prosecution Before Justice Christopher Beale’s Final Directions 8:18

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As the high-profile Beef Wellington poisoning case nears its conclusion, we recap the dramatic final hearings of Erin Patterson’s trial. Defence barrister Colin Mandy SCdelivers a powerful closing argument, directly challenging the prosecution’s narrative in front of Justice Christopher Beale. With the jury set to deliberate following Justice Beale…

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How Erin Patterson's Family Relationships Shape the Mushroom Trial: The Story of Gail Patterson and More 8:26

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How Erin Patterson's Family Relationships Shape the Mushroom Trial: The Story of Gail Patterson and more. The defence in Erin Patterson's triple murder trial is building a narrative of a loving mother who had close relationships with her alleged victims. Colin Mandy SC presents evidence of Erin's deep connection with in-laws and lunch victims Don a…

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Motive in Question: Crown Prosecutor Nanette Rogers vs. Erin Patterson in Mushroom Murder Trial 6:58

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As the Mushroom Murder Trial unfolds, the defence claims there is no clear motive behind the deadly incident involving Erin Patterson. But Crown Prosecutor Nanette Rogers contends that Ms Patterson deliberately obtained and used death cap mushrooms in a beef wellington, leading to the tragic deaths of three relatives and the attempted murder of a f…

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Beef Wellingtons & Deception: Unraveling the Death Cap Mushroom Poisonings in Erin Patterson's Trial 8:40

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Crown Prosecutor Nanette Rogers delivers closing arguments in week eight of Erin Patterson's triple murder trial, outlining four alleged acts of deception in what the prosecution describes as a carefully planned poisoning. The defence maintains that the death cap mushroom poisonings were a tragic mistake, not intentional murder. In this gripping ep…

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Legal Defense Unfolds: Colin Mandy SC Cross-Examines Erin Patterson in Mushroom Murder Trial 9:02

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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…

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Missing Phones, Supreme Court Morwell Drama, and Justice Christopher Beale’s Warning: Inside Week 9 of the Erin Patterson Trial 11:56

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Missing Phones, Supreme Court Morwell Drama, and Justice Christopher Beale’s Warning: Inside Week 9 of the Erin Patterson Trial Dive into a bonus transcript reading episode examining the Erin Patterson case with detailed questioning about two phones and their usage patterns which the prosecution said could reveal crucial evidence. Missing Phones, S…

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Death Cap Defense: Erin Patterson's Last Stand in Triple Murder Trial 9:33

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Erin Patterson completed her final day of testimony in her triple murder trial at the Supreme Court of Victoria, facing questioning about inconsistencies in her story and allegations she deliberately poisoned her relatives with death cap mushrooms. The prosecution directly challenged Ms Patterson on key points including a disputed roadside stop, su…

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From Mushrooms to Medical Records: Erin Patterson Cross-Examined 7:27

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Erin 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 sh…

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“Presidential Address—Moving Forward” 47:12

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Host Mikalyn DeFoor, MD Guest interviewee Annunziato Amendola, MD, FAAOS, AAOS President 2025-2026, discussing his presidential address, “Moving Forward” from the June 15, 2025 issue Article summarized from the June 1, 2025 issue Research article “Physician-Led Orthopaedic Hospitals Outperform Nonphysician-Led Orthopaedic Hospitals: An Analysis of …

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Prosecutors Question Erin Patterson's Medical Claims in Deadly Mushroom Poisoning 6:32

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Erin 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 relativ…

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Unraveling the Mushrioom Trial: Erin Patterson's Courthouse Drama 30:06

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This 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 • Mess…

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The Two Faces of Erin Patterson: Uncovering the Mushroom Murder Trial 6:38

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Please 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 cont…

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Under Oath: Erin Patterson Faces Cross-Examination In Mushroom Trial 12:33

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This 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…

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Death Caps & Deception: Inside the Mushroom Murder Trial Cross-Examination 7:47

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Erin 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…

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Court Revelations: Erin Patterson's Own Words from the Mushroom Murder Trial 10:15

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This 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 a…

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Erin Patterson claimed cancer but by accident served death cap mushrooms instead 8:30

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Today 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 mea…

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Triple Murder Trial: Erin Patterson's Mushroom Defence Unfolds 5:58

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Accused 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 wi…

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From Spiritual Awakening to Mushroom Murder Suspect: Erin Patterson Takes the Stand 6:59

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Erin Patterson, the woman at the centre of Australia's mushroom poisoning case, takes the stand as a defence witness in her murder trial. She provides detailed testimony about her personal life, relationships, and the deterioration of family ties with her in-laws who later became alleged victims in the case. • Living a relatively stable life in Jul…

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What Erin Patterson’s Messages Tell Us About Deadly Mushroom Meal 6:51

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The Mushroom Murder Trial continues with a focus on digital evidence revealing complex relationships between Erin Patterson and her alleged victims before the fatal lunch. Friday's proceedings examined Signal messages showing warm interactions between Ms Patterson and her in-laws, juxtaposed against private Facebook conversations where she vented f…

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Evidence Unveiled: Final Days of the Erin Patterson Mushroom Trial 5:54

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We're approaching the end of the Mushroom Murder Trial, with hearings potentially concluding this week and the jury soon deciding Erin Patterson's fate. I share updates from recent court proceedings, including details from police searches of Erin Patterson's home and the evidence allegedly collected. • Erin Patterson (50) from Leongatha is charged …

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Mushroom Murder Trial: Erin Patterson's Cancer Lie - Court Hears 7:27

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Today's testimony from the lead investigator reveals Erin Patterson allegedly fabricated a cancer diagnosis to lure her estranged husband's family to a fatal lunch that left three people dead. Detective Stephen Eppingstall testified that police found no medical records supporting Patterson's claims about cancer tests in 2023, while text messages sh…

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Erin Patterson's Tears Flow as Jury Sees Police Interview Footage 6:25

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The Supreme Court today played video of a police interview with Erin Patterson, revealing her soft-spoken denials and emotional explanation about wanting to maintain family relationships with her estranged husband's parents. • Detective Senior Constable Stephen Eppingstall from the Homicide Squad appeared as the final prosecution witness • Police q…

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When Almost Every Treatment Failed: Medical Reality of the Mushroom Poisonings 10:45

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In this extra episode, we go through testimony at Erin Patterson’s murder trial. Professor Stephen Warillo from The Austin Hospital in Melbourne reveals the devastating details of how three victims died from organ failure despite maximum medical intervention after allegedly consuming death cap mushrooms. The Erin Patterson murder trial hears how Do…

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Family Tensions Revealed: Digital Evidence in the Erin Patterson Case 11:35

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Digital evidence presented in court reveals alleged triple murderer Erin Patterson's frustrations with her in-laws months before the deadly mushroom meal. Facebook messages, photos of mushrooms on drying racks, and searches about terminal cancer paint a complex picture in this closely watched murder trial. • Erin Patterson, 50, has pleaded not guil…

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Death Cap Evidence: Inside Erin Patterson’s Computer - Claims 7:59

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Digital forensic expert Sharman Fox-Henry testifies about key evidence found on Erin Patterson's computer in the Mushroom Murder Trial. Mr Fox-Henry reveals a Google search for a site featuring death cap mushrooms on May 28, 2022—approximately one year before the fatal lunch where three people died after allegedly consuming toxic mushrooms. • Digit…

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What the Security Footage Reveals About the Day After Mushroom Lunch 7:39

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The Supreme Court of Victoria is examining video footage showing Erin Patterson at a service station the day after the fatal mushroom lunch, along with testimony challenging the reliability of mobile phone data evidence in tracking her movements. • Security footage from 30 July 2023 shows Erin Patterson visiting a BP service station around 24 hours…

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Digital Footprints in the Death Cap Mushroom Trial: Erin Patterson's Phone 9:36

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Telecommunications expert Dr Matthew Sorrell's analysis reveals Erin Patterson's phone connected to towers near Outtrim and Loch after death cap mushrooms were allegedly spotted in those areas. Two of the phone data analyses allegedly place Ms Erin Patterson’s device at these locations weeks before the deadly lunch. • Three alleged trips on three s…

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Mushrooms, Alleged Murder, and Scientific Evidence: Australia's Beef Wellington Trial 10:45

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The Mushroom Murder Trial Podcast is covering the latest developments from the Supreme Court of Victoria hearings in Morwell, where Erin Patterson is charged with three counts of murder and one count of attempted murder after allegedly serving beef wellington containing deadly death cap mushrooms at a family lunch. A juror was removed after alleged…

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“Examining the Outliers: Characteristics of the Most and Least Diverse Programs in Orthopaedics” 51:16

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Host Mikalyn DeFoor, MD Guest interviewee Gabriella E. Ode, MD, FAAOS, FAOA, discussing her research article, “Examining the Outliers: Characteristics of the Most and Least Diverse Programs in Orthopaedics” from the May 15, 2025 issue Article summarized from the May 1, 2025 issue Research article “Geographic Location Markedly Affects Academic Produ…

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The Landfill Evidence: New Developments in the Erin Patterson Case 8:10

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Court hears testimony from a tip manager who found a food dehydrator in an e-waste bin days after CCTV showed a woman disposing of a similar item. Prosecutors allege Erin Patterson dumped the dehydrator, which contained her fingerprints and traces of death cap mushrooms, to conceal evidence after serving poisoned beef wellingtons that killed three …

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Fungi and Fatalities: Erin Patterson showed “no clinical signs of mushroom poisoning” 8:10

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Court testimony reveals Erin Patterson showed no clinical signs of mushroom poisoning despite claiming to have eaten the same meal that killed three family members. Expert mycologist Dr Tom May provides detailed evidence about death cap mushrooms, their appearance, and recent sightings near the crime scene location. • Monash Health doctors testify …

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Inside the Mushroom Murder Trial: A Son's Perspective on Deadly Lunch 7:30

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The jury in the Mushroom Murder Trial was given a day off to handle administrative matters, while tomorrow's hearings will proceed as scheduled in the Supreme Court of Victoria in Morwell. Today's episode focuses on the son's statement to police about his mother Erin Patterson, who stands accused, but denies, serving a deadly mushroom dish to famil…

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A Mother's Denial and a Family's Tragedy: Inside the Mushroom Murder Trial 11:41

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The Mushroom Murder Trial podcast provides detailed coverage of Erin Patterson's court case, featuring testimony from healthcare workers about her condition after the deadly mushroom lunch and video evidence from her daughter about the events surrounding the poisoning. • Erin Patterson, 50, is facing, but denies, three counts of murder and one coun…

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What Really Happened After That Fatal Mushroom Lunch? 7:37

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Day seven of the Mushroom Murder Trial revealed Erin Patterson left Leongatha Urgent Care against medical advice just two days after the fatal mushroom lunch. Medical professionals testified about their encounters with Erin Patterson, who is pleading not guilty of three charges of murder and one of attempted murder. • Erin Patterson left hospital a…

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The Sole Beef Wellington Mushroom Lunch Survivor Speaks 7:51

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The Sole Beef Wellington Lunch Survivor Speaks - Mushroom Murder Trial Ian Wilkinson, the sole survivor of the Leongatha mushroom lunch poisoning, testifies in the trial of Erin Patterson, providing new details about the deadly mushroom meal and subsequent events. His testimony reveals observations about different coloured plates used during the Be…

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Mushroom, Alleged Murder, and Messages: The Digital Trail 13:00

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The Mushroom Murder Trial podcast examines new evidence in the case against Erin Patterson, who stands accused, but denies, three murders and one attempted murder after allegedly serving deadly death cap mushrooms to her former in-laws. • Three women from an online true crime group testify about their interactions with Patterson, including messages…

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Unraveling the Deadly Mushroom Lunch: Family Text Messages Reveal Rising Tensions 8:51

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Simon Patterson, the estranged husband of murder accused Erin Patterson, testifies that his wife never asked for updates on her in-laws' deteriorating conditions following the July 2023 deadly beef Wellington mushroom lunchs. the supreme Court of Victoria last week. Jurors were told of escalating tensions between Erin Patterson and her in-laws in t…

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What Happened When Erin Patterson’s Husband Skipped Beef Wellington Lunch? 13:02

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Simon Patterson delivers his pivotal testimony in the Mushroom Murder Trial, revealing complex family dynamics and new details about the deadly Beef Wellington lunch allegedly served by his estranged wife Erin Patterson. His account includes text messages from the night before the fatal meal, observations about different coloured plates used for se…

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The Deadly Beef Wellington: Inside Australia's Mushroom Murder Trial 8:42

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A deadly lunch. A fake cancer diagnosis. Three deaths and one survivor. The trial of Erin Patterson has begun in Victoria's Supreme Court, and it's already revealing shocking details about that fateful July 2023 day. The 50-year-old Leongatha woman stands accused of serving death cap mushrooms to her former in-laws and their relatives in a beef wel…

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Three Charges Withdrawn as Mushroom Murder Trial Begins - Erin Patterson 5:41

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The Mushroom Murder Trial begins this week in Morwell, Victoria, with the accused Erin Patterson pleading not guilty to allegedly murdering her former in-laws and Gail's sister after a calamitous lunch at her home in July 2023. The Department of Public Prosecutions has discontinued three attempted murder charges against Erin Patterson concerning he…

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“Instagram Engagement Helps Increase Residency Applicant Interest in Orthopaedic Surgery” 42:08

2M ago42:08

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Host Katherine Mallett, MD Guest interviewee Mary K. Mulcahey, MD, FAAOS, discussing her research article, “Instagram Engagement Helps Increase Residency Applicant Interest in Orthopaedic Surgery” from the April 15, 2025 issue Article summarized from the April 1, 2025 issue Research article “Characterizing the Rotational Profile of the Distal Femur…

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Inside Australia's Mushroom Murder Trial 6:35

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A family lunch in July 2023. Three lives lost. One attempted murder charge. One person on trial. The Mushroom Murder Trial Podcast is launching coverage of Erin Patterson's case as proceedings begin today (April 28) in Victoria, Australia. • Erin Trudi Patterson faces three murder charges and one attempted murder charge following deaths after the 2…

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#41 Sustainability Clauses in Public Contracting & Advice for First-Year PhD Students 51:06

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In this episode, Marta and Willem invite a long-time listener and supporter of the Bestek podcast and a postdoctoral fellow at PurpLE, Ezgi Uysal, to discuss her research on the topic of sustainability contractual clauses (SCCs) in public procurement contracts. The podcast begins with Ezgi briefly explaining what the SCCs are and what makes them un…

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#40 Reform of Public Procurement Directives & New Ways of Examining 50:34

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In this episode, Associate Professor Marta Andhov and Professor Willem Janssen discuss a particularly exciting topic - the upcoming reform of the EU’s Public Procurement Directives. They begin by describing the reform’s timeline and discussing how it is being affected by the current geopolitical setting. In their discussion, they assess the focal p…

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"Surgeon Age, Years in Practice, and Location of Training Are Associated With Patient Satisfaction" 35:45

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Host Katherine Mallett, MD Guest interviewees Laura Y, Lu, MD, and Antonia F. Chen, MD, MBA, FAAOS, discussing their training room article, “Surgeon Age, Years in Practice, and Location of Training Are Associated With Patient Satisfaction” from the March 15, 2025 issue Articles summarized from the March 1, 2025 issue Research article “Intraoperativ…