Inside Edition for Monday, August 18, 2025

The man now known as Pope Leo has for years been known as 'Father Bob,' - in fact, that's always been how he preferred to be addressed. It's just one of ten things you might not know about the new Pope. And a dramatic victim impact statement delivered in court, but the person speaking is dead-- killed in a deadly road rage act of violence. In what's believed to be a first in trial history, the judge gave the family permission to use A.I. technology so the slain man could speak directly to his killer. Plus, with the selection of a jury in the Sean Diddy Combs case almost complete, prosecutors are preparing for opening arguments on Monday -- but they admit there's a snag. One of their key witnesses against the rapper appears to have gone missing. Diddy has pled not guilty. This comes as we learn that Combs' ex-girlfriend, who was seen on video being assaulted by the rapper, is pregnant. And if you're traveling to the United States, you will probably have your pick of plane seats. In what many say is reaction to tariffs and the political climate, there has been a huge drop in recent weeks in travel to the U.S.  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

9 Maj 22min

The new pope is American! For the first time ever, a cardinal who was born in the United States has just been appointed the head of the Roman Catholic Church.  Cardinal Robert Prevost has been elected to lead the worlds 1.4 billion Catholics and he has chosen as his papal name, Leo. The reaction to his selection was electric, here in the USA, and especially in the square outside St Peters. And it's standard procedure - when a big game ends the spectators leave...but some Knicks fans were so stoked over their team's phenomenal comeback in the second game of the playoffs last night in Boston, they wouldn't go home - leading to a very overwhelmed worker at the arena. Plus, the national retail association says the average American spends 259 dollars on Mother's Day and a lot of that is on flowers. However, this year flowers might be more expensive due to the tariffs on imported goods. And Vatican City isn't the only place a new pope has been named! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

9 Maj 20min

If you're travelling domestically by air, check your driver’s license. If it doesn’t have a special symbol indicating that it is a Real I.D., you'll need your passport to get on the plane. If you don’t have either document, you may be facing some trouble getting on board flight without one. And testimony continues in the Karen Read trial after jurors are getting an earful when they listened to voice mail messages the defendant left for her Boston cop boyfriend in the hours before he was found dead. A witness testified Read called him at least 50 times. Plus, a tragic end for a father and son who were flying in their kit-built plane when they lost control, and it crashed into a house. The plane's passengers were killed. Now the homeowner says he has to live somewhere else for at least a year because of the damage. And video of Super Bowl winning quarterback Patrick Mahomes and some buddies tooling around Miami in a cart is causing concern. One guy is standing on the back. It comes just days after football legend John Elway’s friend and agent died in a golf cart accident.  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

8 Maj 22min

A lot of people have gates to keep their property secure, but that didn’t stop a man from barreling through the gate at Jennifer Aniston’s house. After crashing the gate, Aniston’s private security guard held the driver until cops could make an arrest. And how is it possible that a pair of Pit Bulls responsible for killing a dog in January would be in a position to attack another dog? A Chihuahua named Penny was terribly injured when the same dogs attacked her. Now, an entire neighborhood is asking that the owners of the vicious dogs be held responsible. Plus, it's the Oscars of the fashion world and last night stars from Hollywood, the music, and sports worlds all came together for the annual Met Ball. But the queen of the evening was without a doubt 81-year-old Diana Ross...who ruled the night in an 18-foot train. And Good Morning America's Robin Roberts is hosting a new true crime series on Hulu and she's telling what it’s all about. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

7 Maj 22min

It was a concert for the record books... more than two million people gathered for a free concert in Rio given by Lady Gaga. You expect security to be tight for an event like this and it was - for good reason. Today we're learning more about how concert officials neutralized a bomb threat that could have ended in disaster.  And ordinarily rapper Sean Diddy Combs would be attending the annual Met Costume Gala this evening. Instead, he's in court for day one of his federal trial on sex trafficking charges.  Plus, even supporters of President Trump say a meme he sent out was too far. Over the weekend, the president posted an image of himself as Pope, joking that he'd like to be Pope. Coming as the college of cardinals is about to meet in its secret conclave to select the next pontiff, there is an uproar over what many call a tasteless post.  And now a reminder that Wednesday is the deadline to get your Real ID driver's license. You'll need it to travel domestically by plane. And fair warning: there are long lines at DMVs across the country - so prepare to wait.  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

6 Maj 22min

He's known for making millions laugh on his classic sitcom Frasier...Now Kelsey Grammer is fighting back tears - talking about the murder of his 18-year-old sister. It happened 50 years ago, but to this day Grammer keeps this photo of his sister next to his bed.  A 74-year-old woman was driving home after playing slots at a casino. Her car stalled, then caught on fire, and when she tried to walk for help, she got lost in the woods for three long days and nights without any food or water.  Plus, a loss for Prince Harry in his court battle to have British taxpayers pay for bodyguards to protect his family. After the ruling came down, Harry sat for an interview and dropped a bombshell saying he doesn't know how much longer his dad, King Charles, has to live. And, if you're looking for some extra cash, you may want to check your jewelry box. Gold prices are setting records - about three thousand two hundred dollars an ounce. So, many Americans are melting down their unwanted gold pieces for cash.    To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

3 Maj 22min

The man who fell from a 21-foot-high wall during the Pirates/Cubs game remains in critical condition. The accident happened in the seventh inning and players went from running bases to praying the fan would be ok. And Christmas may still be seven months away, but if you've got little kids in your world, you might want to pick up some Christmas toys now because President Trump is admitting there may be fewer gifts under the tree this year thanks to tariffs. Plus, six-time Super Bowl winning coach Bill Belichick and his much younger girlfriend Jordan continue to have people talking. And among those with something to say... his daughter-in-law, who's critical of Jordan for stopping the Belichick interview because she didn't like a question. And she was dubbed the real life ‘Gone Girl’ after she admitted she faked her own kidnapping. Now, Sherri Papini is back in the headlines claiming she 'was' kidnapped, and she's agreed to take a lie detector test to prove it. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2 Maj 20min

A tragic accident at a star-studded music festival in California. Big names like actress Sydney Sweeney were there. But after the concert, there was an accident involving football legend John Elway and his business partner. The business partner and dear friend of Elway has died after falling off a golf cart. And days after that trainwreck interview made headlines, former NFL coach Bill Belichick is still making news. Published reports suggest he's engaged. Plus, President Trump held his fourth cabinet meeting of his presidency today... stopping at one point to bid farewell to Elon Musk. He says he's scaling back his work in Washington to focus on his businesses, including saving Tesla, which has seen a devastating plunge in profits.  And Katy Perry reads what people say about her on social media -- and she's had it with the comments about her space trip and her concert tour. She went on social media to fire back.   To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

1 Maj 22min