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The Case Of

ABC Australia

A young couple goes missing then a cop is charged with murder. Shock waves run through Sydney's LGBTIQ community, casting a shadow over Mardi Gras. Now, the man accused of their murder will stand trial. Prosecutors allege Beau Lamarre-Condon shot television presenter Jesse Baird, 26, and flight attendant Luke Davies, 29, using his service firearm at Jesse's Paddington home on February 19, 2024. A week later, the two men's bodies were found in surf bags at a rural property near Goulburn, NSW. The Crown is pursuing a domestic violence murder charge for both Jesse and Luke's deaths. Mr Lamarre-Condon will also fight a charge of aggravated break and enter, relating to an alleged incident at Jesse Baird’s Paddington home in 2023. Legal affairs reporter Jamie McKinnell will join host Stephen Stockwell (the voice behind the Mushroom Case Daily podcast) to give you a front-row seat to the proceedings. Together they'll recap witness statements, break down the lawyer speak and keep you across the key evidence throughout the trial. The Case Of is your eyes and ears inside the courtroom for Australia's biggest trials, unpacking major trials recently heard in court and cases in the headlines. This podcast will explain how it all works and answer your questions along the way. The Case Of is the follow-up to the hit podcast Mushroom Case Daily, and all episodes of that show will remain available in the back catalogue of The Case Of. The response to Mushroom Case Daily was overwhelming, with more than 8,000 emails from listeners, many of them noting how the coverage had given them unprecedented insight into Australia's criminal judicial system. We decided to convert the podcast into an ongoing trial coverage feed to continue delivering on this front, following cases that capture the public's attention. Additional seasons of The Case Of include: The Case Of Alan Jones continues to follow the trial of former broadcast titan Alan Jones, accused of indecent assault and sexual touching relating to six complainants — all young men at the time of the alleged assaults. The Airbnb Guest follows the trial of Timothy Loosemore, charged with murdering his host Maree Vermont, after a fire at her regional stone house property. Three juries were involved in this case, with one unable to reach a verdict. Sharon's Disappearance follows the murder trial of her husband, 40 years after her disappearance in Perth. Full of bizarre twists and clues, the trial for Robert Fulton — now Raymond Reddington — covered life insurance claims, secret recordings, anonymous tip offs and real-life serial killers. With no body or weapon, and mostly circumstantial evidence, the prosecution had a difficult task to prove this cold case to a jury. Maree Crabtree follows the trial of Gold Coast mother Maree Crabtree, who was accused of murdering two of her children, five years apart. She was tried and acquitted for Jonathan's murder, and later prosecutors dropped the murder charge relating to her daughter Erin's death. The Two Intruders follows a cold case of Irma Palasics's murder. For decades, police hunted for the two intruders who robbed Palasics's Canberra home in 1999, leaving 72-year-old Irma Palasics dead, and her husband Gregor badly beaten. Wheelie Bin Murder follows the trial of Sheree Glastonbury and three co-accused, including Sheree's current partner, Mark Murphy. Prosecutors allege Sheree Glastonbury overdosed her former partner Geoffrey McLean, then disposed of his torso in a wheelie bin. Toyah's Murder, which follows the trial of 41-year-old Rajwinder Singh, charged for the murder of 24-year-old Toyah Cordingley, who was killed when she went for a walk with her dog on one of north Queensland's idyllic beaches, in 2018. Kumanjayi Walker, a six-part series revisiting the murder trial and coronial inquest that followed the police shooting of a young Walpiri man in Yuendumu, in 2019. Easey St Murders, which follows the committal hearing for alleged killer Perry Kouroumblis, who police believe attacked Suzanne Armstrong and Susan Bartlett in their Melbourne terrace house. Snowtown Parole, which follows serial killer James Vlassakis's parole proceedings. Romance Scam, which follows the trial and appeal of Perth woman Donna Nelson, who was charged with drug trafficking in Japan. Croc Wrangler, which follows the reality star and Northern Territory celebrity Matt Wright, charged with attempting to pervert the course of justice related to the investigation of a fatal helicopter crash. Mushroom Lunch continues to follow all proceedings related to Erin Patterson's triple murder conviction in July 2025, as covered in the back-catalogue of this feed under the Mushroom Case Daily series.

04 Jesse & Luke | Forensic evidence from the accused’s clean-up

From a skip bin at a Cronulla bowls club, to underneath the floorboards of Jesse Baird's Brown Street home: the forensic details of the police investigation into the alleged murders of Jesse and Luke have been laid out before the jury. Evidence of blood-stained belongings, DNA samples, a bullet hole, and a fired gun cartridge are all part of the Crown’s case about what allegedly happened inside the Paddington home. If you have any questions you’d like Jamie and Stocky to answer in future episodes, please email [email protected]. Family and domestic violence support: If you need help, contact 1800 Respect national helpline on 1800 737 732. The Case Of is the follow-up to the hit podcast Mushroom Case Daily, and all episodes of that show will remain available in the back catalogue of The Case Of.

Oct 1

28 min

03 Jesse & Luke | What Beau Lamarre-Condon allegedly told his friends

In the trial’s second week, the prosecution has shifted focus from Jesse’s relationships, hopes and fears, to Beau Lamarre-Condon’s movements, conversations and alleged intentions in the months leading up to Jesse’s and Luke’s deaths. Mr Lamarre-Condon's friend Georgia Cook told the jury the accused asked her about hiding a body, with another friend describing being asked by the accused about getting a gun. Meanwhile, the jury has seen hours of CCTV footage, which the prosecution says depicts Mr Lamarre-Condon preparing to murder Jesse Baird. If you have any questions you’d like Jamie and Stocky to answer in future episodes, please email [email protected]. Family and domestic violence support: If you need help, contact 1800 Respect national helpline on 1800 737 732. The Case Of is the follow-up to the hit podcast Mushroom Case Daily, and all episodes of that show will remain available in the back catalogue of The Case Of.

Sep 29

30 min

02 Jesse & Luke | Beau Lamarre-Condon's version of events

Beau Lamarre-Condon's defence barrister has explained how the accused says Jesse Baird and Luke Davies died inside Jesse’s Paddington home on February 19, 2024. In an emotional few days in court, Jesse’s friends and family also spoke about his budding relationship with Luke, and Jesse’s alleged fear of Mr Lamarre-Condon. If you have any questions you’d like Jamie and Stocky to answer in future episodes, please email [email protected]. Family and domestic violence support: If you need help, contact the 1800 Respect national helpline on 1800 737 732. The Case Of is the follow-up to the hit podcast Mushroom Case Daily, and all episodes of that show will remain available in the back catalogue of The Case Of.

Sep 24

34 min

01 Jesse & Luke | Key details in the Beau Lamarre-Condon double-murder trial

An Uber delivery disguise, a fake cancer claim and jealousy – the prosecution has revealed the claims in its case for the alleged murders of Jesse Baird and Luke Davies. In the first episode of The Case of Jesse and Luke, Stocky and ABC legal affairs reporter Jamie McKinnell unpack the opening day of Beau Lamarre-Condon's murder trial, including the Crown's allegations of jealousy, obsession and what unfolded inside Jesse's Sydney home. If you have any questions you’d like Jamie and Stocky to answer in future episodes, please email [email protected]. The Case Of is the follow-up to the hit podcast Mushroom Case Daily, and all episodes of that show will remain available in the back catalogue of The Case Of.

Sep 22

29 min

INTRODUCING: The Case of Jesse and Luke

More than two years after the deaths of Jesse Baird and Luke Davies in Sydney, the trial of their accused killer Beau Lamarre-Condon is set to begin. The former police officer is facing two counts of murder and one charge of aggravated break and enter. Sydney reporter Jamie McKinnell joins Stocky to share the key details in the case so far. If you have any questions you'd like Jamie and Stocky to answer in future episodes, please email [email protected]. The Case Of is the follow-up to the hit podcast Mushroom Case Daily, and all episodes of that show will remain available in the back catalogue of The Case Of.

Sep 18

12 min

14 Alan Jones | Alan Jones face to face with Complainant M

Seating plans and dinner rolls became the unlikely focus of Complainant M’s cross-examination, as Alan Jones’s defence barrister sought to expose any inconsistencies in his allegations. In this episode, Isobel Roe explains how the defence led M to admit a discrepancy between his police statement and what he’s said in court about an alleged kiss from Alan Jones. If you have any questions you’d like Isobel and Stocky to answer in future episodes, please email [email protected]. Sexual assault support services: MARS Australia (for men affected by rape and sexual abuse) on (07) 3857 1222, National Survivors Foundation on 1300 124 43 You can find all episodes of The Case of Alan Jones here. The Case Of is the follow-up to the hit podcast Mushroom Case Daily, and all episodes of that show will remain available in the back catalogue of The Case Of.

Sep 17

26 min

13 Alan Jones | The third complainant’s allegations

"He could destroy people" — this is why the newest complainant in Alan Jones's trial said he avoided challenging the broadcaster about his alleged assaults. In this episode, Isobel Roe details the allegations Complainant M has made against Alan Jones, and recaps some very animated evidence from writer Peter FitzSimons. If you have any questions you'd like Isobel and Stocky to answer in future episodes, please email [email protected]. Also, the sentence for Timothy Loosemore, who was convicted of the manslaughter of Maree Vermont has been handed down. Details here. For a recap on this case, listen to all four episodes of The Case of the Air B&B Guest here. Sexual assault support services: MARS Australia (for men affected by rape and sexual abuse) on (07) 3857 1222, National Survivors Foundation on 1300 124 43 You can find all episodes of The Case of Alan Jones here. The Case Of is the follow-up to the hit podcast Mushroom Case Daily, and all episodes of that show will remain available in the back catalogue of The Case Of.

Sep 15

33 min

12 Alan Jones | Lewd texts about journalist Kate McClymont revealed in court

Insults about Kate McClymont - the journalist who first reported Alan Jones abuse allegations - have been read out in court, as the prosecution challenged a witness on their memory of Complainant C’s allegations. In this episode, Stocky and Isobel explain how the prosecution cross-examined the witness about their loyalty to Alan Jones. Isobel also outlines how Complainant C considered taking legal action against Alan Jones at one point. If you have any questions you’d like Isobel and Stocky to answer in future episodes, please email [email protected]. Sexual assault support services: MARS Australia (for men affected by rape and sexual abuse) on (07) 3857 1222, National Survivors Foundation on 1300 124 43 You can find all episodes of The Case of Alan Jones here. The Case Of is the follow-up to the hit podcast Mushroom Case Daily, and all episodes of that show will remain available in the back catalogue of The Case Of.

Sep 10

29 min

11 Alan Jones | Sydney lunch allegations tested with new witness

Witnesses have given evidence about an alleged 'under the table' touching incident at a Sydney lunch, but a new witness alleged to have seen the assault, says he doesn't remember the lunch at all. Reporter Isobel Roe recaps the key moments from court, including the confrontational end to former 2GB rival Ray Hadley's cross examination. If you have any questions you’d like Isobel and Stocky to answer in future episodes, please email [email protected]. Sexual assault support services: MARS Australia (for men affected by rape and sexual abuse) on (07) 3857 1222, National Survivors Foundation on 1300 124 43 You can find all episodes of The Case of Alan Jones here. The Case Of is the follow-up to the hit podcast Mushroom Case Daily, and all episodes of that show will remain available in the back catalogue of The Case Of.

Sep 8

25 min

10 Alan Jones | Two radio titans, one courtroom

Former 2GB rival Ray Hadley has conceded he sent text messages to Complainant C about Alan Jones, saying “that bloke needs to be destroyed". Isobel Roe takes you through the past week of evidence with Stocky, including alleged threats to a witness, as well as a surprising moment that made her the focus of the courtroom. If you have any questions you’d like Isobel and Stocky to answer in future episodes, please email [email protected]. Sexual assault support services: MARS Australia (for men affected by rape and sexual abuse) on (07) 3857 1222, National Survivors Foundation on 1300 124 43 You can find all episodes of The Case of Alan Jones here. The Case Of is the follow-up to the hit podcast Mushroom Case Daily, and all episodes of that show will remain available in the back catalogue of The Case Of.

Sep 3

33 min