Rotten Mango Podcast Summary
Episode: Dad Accused Of SA'ing Daughter Is ONLY Witness To Son's Sudden Death BUT Mom Gets Arrested Instead
Host: Stephanie Soo
Date: November 19, 2025
Episode Overview
This episode of Rotten Mango dives into the deeply disturbing and convoluted saga of the Solomon family. At the heart is a bitter, decade-long war between Angie Solomon and her ex-husband Aaron Solomon, which spirals into allegations of sexual abuse against their daughter Gracie, the controversial sudden death of their son Grant, and ultimately, Angie's arrest for allegedly conspiring to kill Aaron.
Stephanie scrutinizes the explosive accusations, the tangled web of alleged corruption among Tennessee's elite, conflicting testimonies, and the chilling question: who is telling the truth, and who is manipulating a system built on power and perception?
Key Discussion Points & Insights
1. The Grave Plot Incident
- Main theme kickoff: Aaron purchases three grave plots right next to their deceased son Grant’s, for himself, Angie, and daughter Gracie, despite their contentious divorce and no sign of reconciliation.
- "Why would Angie's ex husband purchase three grave plots right next to their deceased 18 year old son?...For Aaron to put her and Gracie's name on it sent chills up Angie's spine. Aaron has a motive with most everything he does." (01:08)
- Community reaction: Social media and the “Freedom for Gracie” Instagram page posts questioning Aaron’s intentions—fueling speculation of foul play.
2. Timeline Refresher & Main Allegations
- Divorce in 2013 after mutual accusations—Angie claims Aaron tried to kill her; Aaron claims Angie lied, attempted to set him up, and alienated their children.
- Gracie, supported by Angie, accuses Aaron of years of sexual abuse—primarily during bath times. Multiple investigations by child services reportedly closed with no findings (07:36).
- Online rumors escalate to implicate Aaron—and Tennessee’s political/church elite—in a human trafficking ring.
- The mysterious death of their 18-year-old son Grant, with competing theories: accident or cover-up after he purportedly wanted to expose his father’s abuse (08:59).
- In 2025, Angie is arrested for allegedly hiring a hitman to kill Aaron, tying into a possible financial motive relating to Aaron’s inheritance.
3. Divorce, Reputation Smearing, & Custody Battles
- Court documents and declarations question Angie's mental health and truthfulness.
- Angie's father and close friend provide damning statements against her—her father calls her a “compulsive liar," and the friend claims Angie fantasized about singer Tim McGraw leaving his wife for her (16:41).
- Contrastingly, Angie’s doctors declare her a fit and non-delusional mother.
4. Alleged Institutional Bias & the ‘Good Old Boys Club’ Theory
- Accusations that Aaron used wealth and connections, especially through Grace Chapel megachurch, to influence custody decisions and discredit Angie and Gracie (22:08).
- Governor Bill Lee, Senator Jack Johnson, judges, and the church’s founding pastor, Steve Berger, all connected in this social web.
- Theories range from simple unconscious bias among influential churchgoers to dark conspiracies of coordinated cover-ups and child trafficking (28:40).
- "Some people argue...these very powerful people are working together to make sure he's happy so he doesn't expose what he knows." (28:52)
- Pastor Berger denies that Grant’s meeting with him had anything to do with abuse allegations, claiming it was about religion instead—contradicted by accounts from Grant’s girlfriend (34:04).
5. Social Media, Public Discourse, and Institutional Response
- Angie takes her campaign online, creating a divide between local (more Aaron-supporting) and online (more sympathetic to Angie/Gracie) communities.
- Gracie’s attempts to discuss abuse at her Christian private school are met with stonewalling and concerns about reputational damage, rather than support or intervention (43:15).
- The school is critical of Gracie for sharing her experiences, suggesting such disclosures might affect her and her peers' futures.
- Stephanie criticizes institutional responses for being tone-deaf and more focused on silencing the issue than helping victims.
6. Physical Evidence (or the Lack Thereof)
- All alleged physical evidence of abuse (photographs of bruises, swollen eyes) is hotly disputed by both sides.
- "Everything is disputed...it's very hard to definitively say anything." (48:57)
7. Grant Solomon’s Death and Public Speculation
- Most online believe the circumstances of Grant’s death are highly suspicious and see a cover-up, but the justice system hasn't acted.
- Angie’s descent into desperation—allegedly attempting to hire a hitman—tied back to how the courts marginalize her in custody and criminal cases.
8. Defamation Lawsuit and the Three Main Theories
- Aaron sues Angie and her friends for defamation, accusing them of a social media campaign to destroy him and fundraise—but then withdraws the lawsuit due to its impracticality and possible fear some allegations may be true (53:08).
- Stephanie delineates three camps of public opinion (54:26):
- Aaron is an abusive killer protected by the system.
- Angie is the manipulative, problematic party.
- Both parents are abusive and dangerous in their own ways.
Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments
- On Aaron’s grave plot purchase:
“Would they really want to spend the afterlife together...Unless Aaron Solomon has other plans.” (01:00) - Angie’s friend’s declaration:
“She claimed that Tim McGraw was going to leave his wife... to be with Angie. She was furious at Aaron because he didn’t confront Tim McGraw about this.” (17:44) - Angie’s father’s testimony:
“I cannot have a conversation with my daughter...unless some untruth is going to be told.” (18:08) - Anonymous guardian’s letter:
“It is my firm belief that Aaron used wealth and personal connections to win favorable decisions to the detriment of their daughter Gracie, Grant and Angie Solomon, leaving them open to harassment, sexual, mental, and emotional abuse, and leading to the untimely death of Grant Solomon.” (21:53) - Stephanie’s take on institutional response:
“I think the school is weird...they’re not ready to have this conversation, so let's not talk about it.” (44:44) - On the three camps of public belief:
“Aaron is bad; Angie is bad; and both of them are bad.” (54:35)
Timestamps for Major Segments
- 01:08 – Grave plots and the chilling implications
- 07:36 – Timeline refresher: divorce, allegations, custody fights
- 16:41 – Testimonies & declarations against Angie, questions of credibility
- 22:08 – Alleged influence of church/political “boys’ club”
- 28:52 – Escalating conspiracy theories, trafficking allegations
- 34:04 – Contradictory accounts about Grant’s meeting with church leadership
- 43:15 – School handling of Gracie’s abuse disclosures
- 48:57 – Disputed physical evidence and police inaction
- 53:08 – Defamation lawsuit dropped; three main theories
- 54:35 – Stephanie summarizes camps of public opinion
Conclusion
Stephanie Soo leaves listeners unsettled by the lack of closure and heavy ambiguity. The battle between Angie and Aaron is painted as a case twisted by resentment, local influence, and the all-too-real limitations of evidence in abuse allegations. At the episode’s close, Stephanie urges listeners to await part four, where more details and possible answers about the Solomon family’s tragic trajectory may emerge.
Let us know your thoughts—and as always, stay tuned for the next rotten story.