A family lunch in country Victoria ended in tragedy. Three guests died. A fourth nearly didn’t survive. Now, as Erin Patterson faces court charged with their murders, 9News, The Age and 9Podcasts invite audiences inside the case that has captivated the world.

The Mushroom Trial: Say Grace is the latest must-listen podcast from Australia’s most trusted newsroom. Led by 9News and The Age journalists Penelope Liersch and Erin Pearson, the podcast takes listeners into the courtroom in real time – unpacking the evidence, analysing the testimony, and offering exclusive insights from inside the Latrobe Valley courtroom.

Building on the success of The Missing Campers Trial, Liersch and Pearson once again combine their expertise in crime and justice reporting to deliver a gripping narrative backed by Nine’s unmatched journalistic resources, real-time reporting, and multimedia storytelling.

“This is a case that’s made headlines around the world,” said co-host Penelope Liersch. “But what really happens in court is far more complex than a headline. We’re here to help listeners understand every step—from the evidence to the emotion in the room.”

“The prosecution will try to prove the accused had murderous intent,” added Erin Pearson, Crime and Justice Reporter at The Age. “We’ll take people with us into the courtroom to understand how the justice system works when someone stands trial for murder.”

The first episode of The Mushroom Trial: Say Grace is available now. New episodes will drop as the trial unfolds. Listen wherever you get your podcasts.

For further information, please contact:
Caitlin Lynch
Senior Communications Manager, Nine
clynch@nine.com.au 

Friday, 2 May, 2025