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200 Episodes

Randy reflects on reaching 200 episodes of The Red Onion Randy Podcast: from years in solitary confinement to finding connection, purpose, and a light at the end of the tunnel. Both parts of his reflection come together in this milestone episode. A closing montage follows his journey through Red Onion, Wallens Ridge, Keen Mountain, and Buckingham, with memories of Nicole, their wedding, and the show's original theme. Thank you for being part of these 200 episodes. 00:00 Intro 00:18 200 Episodes — Part One 15:29 Part Two 32:55 The journey — closing montage
Oct 29

Is There More We Could Do?

Randy asks what real rehabilitation could look like inside Virginia prisons. He explores a concrete alternative to warehousing people: partnerships between the Department of Corrections and businesses, paid work, practical skills, and programs that teach people to think for themselves and prepare to return home.
Oct 22

Medical: Negligence or Just Plain Lazy

Randy brings on a guest using his real name to share his firsthand account of medical care at Buckingham Correctional Center. They break down how the neglect has affected his health, what he's been dealing with, and why it rises to the level of criminal medical negligence. A raw look at what happens when the system stops caring.
Oct 8

Harvey Grant Comes to Prison

Red Onion Randy recounts former NBA player Harvey Grant's visit to Buckingham prison on October 8, 2026. From Grant's friendship with Coach and the Coaching for Life program to an unforgettable moment with Little Reggie, Randy shares why the visit mattered. Randy asks how to find balance after prison, and reflects on Grant's advice about discipline, purpose, mental health, and staying connected to people who care. More from Red Onion Randy: https://ror.prisonaudio.com Produced by Prison Audio: https://prisonaudio.com Thumbnail: archival Harvey Grant photo from the Washington Wizards alumni collection (NBA.com), adapted into an editorial design. https://www.nba.com/wizards/al... Note: Randy made a mistake in this episode. Coach did not own the ABA league; he owned a team that competed in the ABA. Randy apologizes for the mix-up!
Oct 15

Randy Meets AI: The Terminator or the Teacher?

Randy breaks down how he's been using AI from inside prison, what it's already changed for him, and why state prisons should treat it as a rehabilitation tool instead of a threat.
Oct 1

Four Months of Silence (Mike's Story)

Randy explains the four-month break from the microphone through the story of his friend Mike: heartbreak, financial pressure, setbacks, and the determination to keep moving forward. In the second part, Randy continues with The Importance of Not Giving Up—reflecting on how Mike responded, why resilience matters, and how to face hard times without turning to self-destruction. Two recordings, one complete episode. Recorded by Red Onion Randy from inside prison. 00:00 Show intro 00:18 Four Months of Silence (Mike's Story) 17:04 The Importance of Not Giving Up More Red Onion Randy: https://ror.prisonaudio.com Prison Audio: https://prisonaudio.com
Sep 17

Buckingham Chaos: The Last Two Weeks Inside

Randy dives into the recent upheavals at Buckingham Correctional, from unexpected lockdowns to the everyday drama that keeps life unpredictable behind bars. Honest stories and sharp observations from inside.
05/29/2025

Ashton Biggs

Ashton Biggs is currently incarcerated at Elayn Hunt Correctional Center in Louisiana. He is serving a 10-year sentence for carnal knowledge of a juvenile. This is Ashton’s story told in his own words — and I invite you to listen with an open mind. If you have feedback about the show, you can reach me at stories@prisonaudio.com. This episode features original music by Ashton Biggs. You can hear more of his work at the links below: YouTube ChannelYouTube Artist PageSpotify
07/16/2020

That Evil Black Cloud

Unemployed, hopeless and adrift, Randall embarks on another crime spree. This time burglary and car theft ends in armed robbery and murder.Red Onion Randy, featuring Randall Via, is directed and produced by Michael Garbutt. Website and podcast design by Nishant Pandav. Sound editing and music by Julia Jooyeon Park. Title music composed by Joni Park and Julia Jooyeon Park.Help us improve the podcast. Take our short survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/ZWM7YNFAsk Randy questions on the Red Onion Randy website https://www.redonionrandy.com/
06/24/2020

Loneliness and Friendship

In this episode, Randy introduces his buddy Frank and describes the importance of friendship in facing the soul-crushing loneliness of prison.Documentary mentioned by Randy in the podcast- Solitary: Inside Red Onion State Prison https://www.hbo.com/documentaries/solitary-inside-red-onion-state-prison/Red Onion Randy, featuring Randall Via, is directed and produced by Michael Garbutt. Website and podcast design by Nishant Pandav. Sound editing and music by Julia Jooyeon Park. Title music composed by Joni Park and Julia Jooyeon Park.Help us improve the podcast. Take our short survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/ZWM7YNFAsk Randy questions on the Red Onion Randy website https://www.redonionrandy.com/

Prison Audio's 'Prison Podcast Network' is a network of independent podcasts that feature currently incarcerated hosts. Here you will find the voices of currently incarcerated men and women.

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200 Episodes

Is There More We Could Do?

Medical: Negligence or Just Plain Lazy

Harvey Grant Comes to Prison

Randy Meets AI: The Terminator or the Teacher?

Four Months of Silence (Mike's Story)

Buckingham Chaos: The Last Two Weeks Inside

Ashton Biggs

That Evil Black Cloud

Loneliness and Friendship

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