News Corp launches daily podcast and editorial series on Erin Patterson murder trial

News Corp Australia has launched The Mushroom Cook: The Trial, a daily podcast and editorial series covering the highly anticipated trial of Erin Patterson in the Supreme Court of Victoria.

Led by the Herald Sun’s investigative news team, including journalist Brooke Grebert-Craig, court reporter Laura Placella, and Gold Walkley-winning reporter Anthony Dowsley, the series will provide daily updates and insights from inside the courtroom.

Patterson is facing three charges of murder and one count of attempted murder after a family lunch at her rural Victorian home turned deadly in 2023. She has pleaded not guilty to all charges.

Herald Sun editor Sam Weir said the new podcast would deliver listeners a front-row seat to one of Australia's most closely watched criminal trials.

“The Mushroom Cook: The Trial will keep listeners up-to-date with the latest from inside the courtroom as Erin Patterson faces trial for the murders and attempted murder of four family members,” Weir said.

“The Herald Sun has positioned itself as the place to come for the latest in the case that has gripped the nation and the world. Our team of journalists will bring listeners the latest from inside the courtroom each day.”

Daily podcast episodes are available to download for free, supported by extensive editorial coverage, including interactive digital features and video content for subscribers of the Herald Sun, The Daily Telegraph, The Courier-Mail, and The Advertiser.