Rotten Mango Podcast Summary

Episode: Mom Tries To Kill Husband For "Justice" But People Think She Made The WHOLE Story Up For Custody

Host: Stephanie Soo

Date: November 21, 2025

Episode Overview

This episode delves into the highly controversial and convoluted case of Angie Solomon, who is accused both of attempting to hire someone to kill her husband, Aaron Solomon, and of fabricating her entire narrative for a favorable custody outcome. Host Stephanie Soo guides listeners through the entangled history of allegations, court battles, questionable actions on both sides, and the impact on their children, Grant and Gracie. The episode analyzes legal documents, family testimonies, public reactions, and recent developments, all while posing the central question: is Angie a manipulative liar, or a desperate mother fighting a corrupt system?

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Funeral Home Controversy

• Angie accused the funeral home of breaking her deceased son Grant's ankles to fit him in a casket. The claim was investigated and found baseless, with the funeral home and authorities stating there was no evidence besides Angie’s account (01:00).
• Quote: “There was no evidence present other than the mother's recollection that the descendants ankles had been broken as alleged.” (01:00)

2. The Angie vs. Aaron Battle

• Aaron claims Angie is “mentally unstable” and has brainwashed Gracie through parental alienation.
• Gracie’s viral YouTube video sparked DCS intervention; Aaron’s side argued it was evidence of psychological harm under Angie’s care.
• Friends and family—including Angie’s own father—testified against her, describing her as manipulative and living “in her own chaotic fantasy world.” (07:43)
• Quote: “Angie will say whatever she needs to say to get whatever she wants. She can be extremely persuasive to a grown adult. How much more can she influence a child?” – Angie’s former friend (05:30)

3. Custody, Donations & Public Campaigns

• Angie reportedly spread allegations and confidential court information online to garner support and donations, including a claim that Aaron kidnapped the children.
• She raised significant funds online ($17,000 disputed; Angie claims only $3,900), with the rationale questioned repeatedly in court.
• Quote: “She allegedly went on Facebook and alleged that Aaron Solomon kidnapped the kids … and she needs money to get them back.” (28:14)

4. The Shower Incident

• A pivotal event: Angie alleged Aaron tried to kill her; Aaron claimed Angie staged a suicide attempt for attention.
• Text messages and emails from Angie after the event suggest she may have staged it or was acting out of desperation, but in court, she sometimes denied remembering or sending these messages (31:32).
• Quote: “I made a bad choice for attention. But I accept responsibility for that choice and I have learned why I did it and won’t repeat it.” – Angie's alleged email (30:10)

5. Mental Health & Court Proceedings

• Angie underwent a forensic mental health examination, which was dismissed by the judge, who instead seemed to rely on vague testimonies (e.g., her father) and ultimately barred Angie from bringing further claims for six years, labeling her an “abusive litigant” (18:26).
• Quote: “The judge throws out the examination... looked at Angie and said, ‘You wrote this. You are mentally ill. If you send one more letter… I’ll have you thrown in jail.’” (18:54, as per Angie’s account)

6. Media Spin and Public Perception

• Aaron's perspective was later featured on a friendly podcast; he expressed pain at being targeted, not seeing his daughter in years, and a belief Angie ruined Gracie’s life for her own ends (42:13).
• Both parents are adept at presenting themselves rationally in media interviews, but inconsistencies and lack of transparency fuel public skepticism around both sides.
• Quote: “I do not blame Gracie for these ever changing allegations. I believe she is merely a victim of severe parental alienation by her mother.” – Aaron’s lawsuit statement (05:30)
• “Aaron claims that all of this is… a concerted commercial scheme to sell products and raise money for for Angie Solomon by misleading consumers with false statements to generate sympathy.” (40:01)

7. Allegations Against Aaron

• Angie’s claims have expanded to implicate Aaron in a sex trafficking ring and other crimes. Evidence is largely uncorroborated, often surfacing via social media rather than through legal channels (40:55).
• The Freedom for Gracie social campaign has played a central role in broadening these claims, but verifiable specifics remain scant.

8. Grant Solomon’s Death

• The cause of Grant’s abrupt and controversial death (car accident involving a truck) remains a flashpoint. Angie pushes the theory of foul play; Aaron and authorities assert it was a tragic accident (44:00).
• Recent developments: two out-of-state accident witnesses were identified after years; their accounts may prove significant but, as of the episode, content is unknown (58:27).
• Quote: “We had a child die and no explanation for it. We have one witness, and that witness’s story cannot be true. So if not that, then what?” – Angie (57:22)

9. Awaiting Trial, Bond Conditions

• Angie is out on bond under strict house arrest and barred from digital communications.
• The pending charge: murder for hire. Stephanie speculates she’ll likely plead guilty, facing a potential sentence of 8–30 years (54:44).
• Quote: “She is out on bond, and Angie's attorney tries to argue that Gracie should be able to have her phone in the house ... Whether your daughter can go stay with that other lady or not. He’s like, I don’t care.” (54:18)

10. Public Reaction & Unanswered Questions

• The case has sharply divided the public: early support for Angie has waned as inconsistencies and further allegations emerge.
• Both parents are now the subject of suspicion—Aaron for emotional detachment and vagueness, Angie for suspected fabrication and manipulation.
• Quote: “This feels like when it's all about me, couples collide. It was never about the children. It's always about winning. RIP Grant and I pray for Gracie.” – Netizen comment (52:20)
• Stephanie highlights the importance of Gracie as the true victim, regardless of which parent’s narrative is believed (59:20).

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• On Aaron’s Lawsuit:
  “I do not blame Gracie for these ever changing allegations. I believe she is merely a victim of severe parental alienation by her mother.” – Aaron’s lawsuit (05:30)
• On Angie’s Behavior:
  “Angie will say whatever she needs to say to get whatever she wants. She can be extremely persuasive to a grown adult.” – Angie's former friend (05:30)
• On the Court's Perception:
  “The most damaging testimony to Mrs. Solomon came from Mrs. Solomon herself. Simply stated, Mrs. Solomon, I do not believe you.” (28:45)
• On Judgment & Belief:
  “Being on Angie’s side or not believing Angie or believing Angie has no correlation with whether or not you believe Gracie… she should be believed. She is ultimately a victim in some way, shape, or form.” – Stephanie (59:20)

Timestamps for Key Segments

• 01:00 – Angie’s allegations about funeral home, casket controversy.
• 05:30 – Accusations of parental alienation, friend testimonies.
• 07:43 – Policies at Grant’s memorial; funeral home removes baseball items.
• 15:13 – Shower incident; conflicting stories from Angie and Aaron.
• 18:24 – Mental health examination, judge throws out evaluation.
• 28:14 – Online fundraising, accusations of kidnapping for donations.
• 31:32 – Detailed breakdown of the shower incident text messages.
• 40:01 – Aaron’s defamation claims, social campaigns.
• 42:13 – Aaron’s podcast appearance, emotional impact.
• 44:00 – Aaron recounts Grant’s accident, funeral speech.
• 54:44 – Angie’s bond hearing and predicted sentence.
• 57:22 – Angie on police/authority cover-up, new accident witnesses found.
• 59:20 – Stephanie’s final thoughts on Gracie as victim, public opinion shift.

Overall Tone & Style

Stephanie Soo maintains her signature candid, empathetic, and inquisitive style throughout, offering direct quotes, observations, and personal asides. The episode steers clear of sensationalism, focusing on parsing legal documents and testimonies while showing compassion for the children caught in the crossfire.

Conclusion

The Solomon case remains a web of conflicting stories, unreliable narrators, and legal gray areas. Both Aaron and Angie present as plausible yet equally untrustworthy protagonists, leaving listeners to grapple with the limitations of the legal system, social media-fueled narratives, and the true cost to children in contentious divorce and custody battles. As Stephanie cautions, whatever one’s opinion on the parents, Gracie is a victim—and deserves belief and support above all.

For those following the Solomon case or newcomers seeking a grounded, meticulous breakdown, this episode provides critical context and insight, while underscoring the emotional stakes and ongoing uncertainty at its heart.