Episodes

  • Eat, Fight, Sleep

    Eat, Fight, Sleep
    Jan 29 2025
    Welcome to Night Time in Prison: Bedtime Stories from a Murderer, Episode Seven

    Relax, unwind, and let go of the day’s events as you listen to Randall Via tell you a bedtime story from behind the walls of the Virginia Department of Corrections. Randall is currently incarcerated at Keen Mountain Correctional Center in Oakwood, Virginia. He has spent over 30 years in prison, including more than 20 years in solitary confinement, where he used the art of storytelling to preserve his sanity.
    In this first episode of the podcast, Randy shares an old prison story that another inmate once told him.

    This podcast brings you gripping tales from Randall about life behind bars—stories of survival, the harsh realities of prison culture, and the incredible worlds he created in his mind to escape the confines of his cell. These stories might haunt your dreams, but they’ll also remind you to cherish the freedom you have.

    No matter how tough your day has been, remember: at least you’re not in prison. So settle in, get comfortable, and let Randall take you on a journey into the night. Sleep well, knowing you’re free—and never take that for granted.

    This is Night Time in Prison.
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    15 mins
  • The Unforgiven

    The Unforgiven
    Jan 19 2025
    Welcome to Night Time in Prison: Bedtime Stories from a Murderer, Episode Six

    One of the ways Randy kept his sanity during the 20 years he spent in solitary confinement was by coming up with stories and fantasy worlds inside his head. One of the stories he created was based on Metallica's "The Unforgiven." This is that story.

    Relax, unwind, and let go of the day’s events as you listen to Randall Via tell you a bedtime story from behind the walls of the Virginia Department of Corrections. Randall is currently incarcerated at Keen Mountain Correctional Center in Oakwood, Virginia. He has spent over 30 years in prison, including more than 20 years in solitary confinement, where he used the art of storytelling to preserve his sanity.
    In this first episode of the podcast, Randy shares an old prison story that another inmate once told him.

    This podcast brings you gripping tales from Randall about life behind bars—stories of survival, the harsh realities of prison culture, and the incredible worlds he created in his mind to escape the confines of his cell. These stories might haunt your dreams, but they’ll also remind you to cherish the freedom you have.

    No matter how tough your day has been, remember: at least you’re not in prison. So settle in, get comfortable, and let Randall take you on a journey into the night. Sleep well, knowing you’re free—and never take that for granted.

    This is Night Time in Prison.
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    39 mins
  • Murdered by a Burrito

    Murdered by a Burrito
    Jan 12 2025
    Welcome to Night Time in Prison: Bedtime Stories from a Murderer, Episode Five

    Relax, unwind, and let go of the day’s events as you listen to Randall Via tell you a bedtime story from behind the walls of the Virginia Department of Corrections. Randall is currently incarcerated at Keen Mountain Correctional Center in Oakwood, Virginia. He has spent over 30 years in prison, including more than 20 years in solitary confinement, where he used the art of storytelling to preserve his sanity.
    In this first episode of the podcast, Randy shares an old prison story that another inmate once told him.

    This podcast brings you gripping tales from Randall about life behind bars—stories of survival, the harsh realities of prison culture, and the incredible worlds he created in his mind to escape the confines of his cell. These stories might haunt your dreams, but they’ll also remind you to cherish the freedom you have.

    No matter how tough your day has been, remember: at least you’re not in prison. So settle in, get comfortable, and let Randall take you on a journey into the night. Sleep well, knowing you’re free—and never take that for granted.

    This is Night Time in Prison.
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    11 mins
  • The Rogue Monk: Chapter Two

    The Rogue Monk: Chapter Two
    Dec 30 2024
    Welcome to Night Time in Prison: Bedtime Stories from a Murderer, Episode Four

    Relax, unwind, and let go of the day’s events as you listen to Randall Via tell you a bedtime story from behind the walls of the Virginia Department of Corrections. Randall is currently incarcerated at Keen Mountain Correctional Center in Oakwood, Virginia. He has spent over 30 years in prison, including more than 20 years in solitary confinement, where storytelling became his lifeline and a way to preserve his sanity.

    In this episode, Randy reads you to Chapter Two of his novel, The Rogue Monk. During his time in solitary, he used the power of imagination to escape the confines of his cell, creating vivid stories and intricate worlds that allowed him to survive.

    This podcast brings you gripping tales of life behind bars—stories of survival, the unforgiving realities of prison culture, and the incredible worlds Randy crafted in his mind. These stories might haunt your dreams but will also remind you to cherish the freedom you have.

    No matter how tough your day has been, remember: at least you’re not in prison. So settle in, get comfortable, and let Randall take you on a journey into the night. Sleep well, knowing you’re free—and never take that for granted.

    This is Night Time in Prison.
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    15 mins
  • A Prison Revenge Fantasy

    A Prison Revenge Fantasy
    Dec 30 2024
    Welcome to Night Time in Prison: Bedtime Stories from a Murderer, Episode Three

    Relax, unwind, and let go of the day’s events as you listen to Randall Via tell you a bedtime story from behind the walls of the Virginia Department of Corrections. Randall is currently incarcerated at Keen Mountain Correctional Center in Oakwood, Virginia. He has spent over 30 years in prison, including more than 20 years in solitary confinement, where storytelling became his lifeline and a way to preserve his sanity.

    In this episode, Randy shares a "prison revenge" story that involves cake. Through humor and a touch of the absurd, he paints a vivid picture of life behind bars, where even something as simple as a dessert can become the center of an unforgettable tale.

    This podcast brings you gripping tales of life behind bars—stories of survival, the unforgiving realities of prison culture, and the incredible worlds Randy crafted in his mind. These stories might haunt your dreams but will also remind you to cherish the freedom you have.

    No matter how tough your day has been, remember: at least you’re not in prison. So settle in, get comfortable, and let Randall take you on a journey into the night. Sleep well, knowing you’re free—and never take that for granted.

    This is Night Time in Prison.
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    22 mins
  • The Rogue Monk: Chapter One

    The Rogue Monk: Chapter One
    Dec 22 2024
    Welcome to Night Time in Prison: Bedtime Stories from a Murderer, Episode Two

    Relax, unwind, and let go of the day’s events as you listen to Randall Via tell you a bedtime story from behind the walls of the Virginia Department of Corrections. Randall is currently incarcerated at Keen Mountain Correctional Center in Oakwood, Virginia. He has spent over 30 years in prison, including more than 20 years in solitary confinement, where storytelling became his lifeline and a way to preserve his sanity.

    In this episode, Randy introduces you to Chapter One of his novel, The Rogue Monk. During his time in solitary, he used the power of imagination to escape the confines of his cell, creating vivid stories and intricate worlds that allowed him to survive.

    This podcast brings you gripping tales of life behind bars—stories of survival, the unforgiving realities of prison culture, and the incredible worlds Randy crafted in his mind. These stories might haunt your dreams but will also remind you to cherish the freedom you have.

    No matter how tough your day has been, remember: at least you’re not in prison. So settle in, get comfortable, and let Randall take you on a journey into the night. Sleep well, knowing you’re free—and never take that for granted.

    This is Night Time in Prison.
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    18 mins
  • A Bedtime Story From Prison

    A Bedtime Story From Prison
    Dec 22 2024
    Welcome to Night Time in Prison: Bedtime Stories from a Murderer, Episode One

    Relax, unwind, and let go of the day’s events as you listen to Randall Via tell you a bedtime story from behind the walls of the Virginia Department of Corrections. Randall is currently incarcerated at Keen Mountain Correctional Center in Oakwood, Virginia. He has spent over 30 years in prison, including more than 20 years in solitary confinement, where he used the art of storytelling to preserve his sanity.
    In this first episode of the podcast, Randy shares an old prison story that another inmate once told him.

    This podcast brings you gripping tales from Randall about life behind bars—stories of survival, the harsh realities of prison culture, and the incredible worlds he created in his mind to escape the confines of his cell. These stories might haunt your dreams, but they’ll also remind you to cherish the freedom you have.

    No matter how tough your day has been, remember: at least you’re not in prison. So settle in, get comfortable, and let Randall take you on a journey into the night. Sleep well, knowing you’re free—and never take that for granted.

    This is Night Time in Prison.
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    15 mins