7 | Lunch survivor Ian Wilkinson speaks

Ian Wilkinson survived the beef wellington lunch Erin Patterson held on July 29, 2023. Ian was the pastor at the Patterson’s church in Korumburra, and other than Erin, he’s the only other person who knows what happened when all the guests were there that day. In court today, he gave his testimony.  

Kristian Silva and Stephen Stockwell talk through his evidence, the surprising moments that cut the tension in the courtroom, and they recap evidence from other witnesses. 

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It's the case that's captured the attention of the world.   

Three people died and a fourth survived an induced coma after eating beef wellington at a family lunch, hosted by Erin Patterson.   

Police allege the beef wellington contained poisonous mushrooms, but Erin Patterson says she’s innocent.   

Now, the accused triple murderer is fighting the charges in a regional Victorian courthouse. Court reporter Kristian Silva and producer Stephen Stockwell are on the ground, bringing you all the key moments from the trial as they unravel in court.   

From court recaps to behind-the-scenes murder trial explainers, the Mushroom Case Daily podcast is your eyes and ears inside the courtroom.   

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