About Night Time in Prison: Bedtime Stories from a Convicted Murderer
Welcome to Night Time in Prison: Bedtime Stories by a Convicted Murderer
This is the podcast where convicted murderer Randall Via takes you on a journey into the raw and gritty realities of life behind bars. Serving two life sentences without parole, Randall has spent over 30 years in prison, including 20 years in solitary confinement. To survive the isolation, he created vivid fantasy worlds and collected some of the most unbelievable stories from his time in prison.
Each episode dives into shocking prison drama—wild, unbelievable tales of survival and the inner workings of the prison system. From the harsh realities of solitary confinement to the jaw-dropping stories of other inmates, Randall brings you behind the scenes of life in some of the toughest prisons in the world. But there’s more. Randall also shares captivating stories from the fantasy worlds he built in his mind, offering a surprising escape into creativity born in the darkest of places.
This podcast is not just storytelling—it’s a rare, deeply human perspective from someone living a life most of us could never imagine. Prepare for the craziest bedtime stories you’ll ever hear—raw, unfiltered, and straight from the mind of a man serving 1,214 years in prison.
Warning: These stories are gripping, dramatic, and unlike anything you’ve heard before. Tune in and discover a world where reality and imagination collide in ways you’ll never forget.
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.
19 Jan 2025
The Unforgiven
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.
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.
12 Jan 2025
Murdered by a Burrito
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.
30 Dec 2024
The Rogue Monk: Chapter Two
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.
30 Dec 2024
A Prison Revenge Fantasy
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.
22 Dec 2024
The Rogue Monk: Chapter One
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.
22 Dec 2024
A Bedtime Story From Prison
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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