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Get ready to hit the road with The Scottish Roadscast, the Scottish Roads Archive’s exciting podcast history series! Since 2018, we have been exploring fascinating topics related to Scotland’s post-wa... more
FAQs about The Scottish Roadscast:How many episodes does The Scottish Roadscast have?The podcast currently has 101 episodes available.
October 20, 202318. Gateway to the Highlands: The A82 (Part 1)In this episode of the Scottish Roadscast, Stuart and John are joined by Duncan to discuss the history behind the A82, one of Scotland's longest roads. Part 1 covers the stretch from Glasgow to Glencoe.Released October 2023. Part 2 will follow in early November. ...more44minPlay
September 25, 202317. Thirty Years of the St. James FlyoversIn this episode Stuart and John are joined by Duncan to discuss the history behind the St. James Flyovers. The impressive twin viaducts, located on the M8 motorway near Paisley, recently marked their 30th anniversary. Listen in as we reveal all new project information and a few little known facts!Released September 2023....more41minPlay
August 20, 202316. Connel Bridge - Celebrating 120 YearsIn this episode of the Scottish Roadscast, Stuart and John are joined by bridge engineer David Pritchard to discuss the 120th anniversary of the Connel Bridge near Oban. The bridge, which is a similar design to the Forth Railway Bridge, has a fascinating history behind it. Listen in as David reveals secrets about its design and construction.Released August 2023....more57minPlay
July 03, 202315. Sixty Years of the Clyde TunnelIn this special episode of the Scottish Roadscast we're celebrating the 60th anniversary of the Clyde Tunnel. One of Glasgow's most important routes, the tunnel has a fascinating history behind it. Join Stuart and John as they reveal all-new details about its planning, design and construction!Released July 2023....more52minPlay
June 09, 202314. Edinburgh’s Urban Motorway StruggleIn this episode Stuart and John discuss Edinburgh's post war roads plans and the city's struggle to get anything built. With an overview of proposed roads including an urban motorway ring road of the city centre, we reveal all-new details of the struggles faced by planners and engineers to move forward with construction! It's the episode you've all been asking for!Released June 2023. ...more45minPlay
April 27, 202313. Fifty Years of Glasgow’s Clydeside ExpresswayApril 2023 marks fifty years since the completion of the Clydeside Expressway in Glasgow. In this podcast, Stuart and John consider the history of the route and discuss the important role it continues to play. Packed with all-new facts and figures, it's not to be missed!Released April 2023. ...more45minPlay
March 31, 202312. Scotland’s ’Least Loved’ Road JunctionsIn this episode, John counts down through Scotland's ten least loved junctions as voted for by YOU! There are more than a few surprises on the list!With John Hassall and Stuart BairdReleased March 2023....more1h 8minPlay
March 03, 202311. Debunking Scotland’s Roads Myths!In this lighthearted episode of the Scottish Roadscast, John and Stuart discuss the myths frequently shared about Scotland's roads! Prepare to be shocked as we reveal the truth behind them.Released March 2023....more1hPlay
January 27, 202310. ’A Highway Plan for Glasgow’ - 60 Years On!In our first podcast of 2023, we're taking a look at "A Highway Plan for Glasgow", the report that laid the groundwork for the road system we know today! Prepared by Scott Wilson Kirkpatrick & Partners for Glasgow Corporation, its recommendations were first made public 60 years ago, way back in 1963.Want to learn more? Check out scottishroadsarchive.org/highway-planWith John Hassall and Stuart BairdReleased January 2023. ...more55minPlay
December 16, 20229. 2022 Christmas SpecialIn this extended Christmas special, Stuart, John and Duncan are joined by special guest Sergeant Nick Twigg of Police Scotland's road policing unit. Duncan gives us an overview of the Cross Tay Link Road project in Perth and John considers what it will take to get people out of their cars! Oh and we answer your questions! Not to be missed!Released December 2022....more1h 31minPlay
FAQs about The Scottish Roadscast:How many episodes does The Scottish Roadscast have?The podcast currently has 101 episodes available.