Ep 95 - Death Cup Mushroom Mystery

In this latest episode of Tell Me Where I’m Going (Wrong), Josh and Sean discuss the 3-part Netflix documentary about the convicted death cup mushroom killer Erin Patterson. This case has the entire world talking, so the hosts delve into the complicated facts of the case and consider the tragic loss of life.Sean gives his reaction to the brand new Lady Gaga live film and album, MAYHEM Requiem. He explains why he believes Gaga is an incomparable pop culture icon and what this live recording does to cement her reputation.This episode also touches on the ongoing soap opera that is UK politics, including the intense personal attacks directed at Green Party leader Zack Polanski.Enjoy the ride!#podcast #popculture #LGBTQ #CurrentAffairs #GreenParty #ErinPatterson #DeathCap #MayhemRequiem #ZackPolanski #LadyGaga #UKelectionsAbout the HostsJosh Leuner is a London-based singer and plant-geek. Find out more about him here:https://linktr.ee/joshandthejumpstarts Sean O’Callaghan is an award-winning blogger and published author. Find out more about him here:https://linktr.ee/fatgayvegan Theme MusicOur theme music is the song Empty Seat by  Josh and The Jumpstarts   -  Stream it here: https://open.spotify.com/artist/4KxOAKJFWCoSWBMA99QEax?si=3Q_SjkQKTVuXANcrxmh95gOther things mentioned:Death Cap: The Mushroom Murders on Netflix:www.netflix.com/watch/82173408Don’t F*ck With Cats documentary on Netflix:https://www.netflix.com/title/81031373Signup for London Vegan Beer Fest updates:https://www.veganbeerfest.co.ukChapters:00:00 Introduction to Late Stage Capitalism02:43 Serendipity and Unexpected Encounters05:51 Dramatic Air Travel Experiences08:45 Documentary Discussion: Death Cap Mushrooms11:52 Exploring the Psychological Aspects of Crime21:29 The Complexity of Reconciliation22:46 The Fascination with True Crime23:38 Legal Proceedings and Public Interest25:40 The Ethics of True Crime Entertainment26:44 Mushrooms: A Cultural Perspective27:34 Lady Gaga's Artistic Evolution30:39 The Problematic Nature of Corporate Partnerships32:41 Media Scrutiny of Political Figures38:50 Past Mistakes and Public Perception46:33 Outro