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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.
January 27, 2021City Deal Revisited and Trunk Road UpgradesIn this episode we discuss the roads projects being taken forward across Scotland as part of City Deal. We also take a deep dive into some upcoming trunk road improvement projects, including the Sheriffhall Roundabout, A82 and A96.Series 3, Episode 1. Released January 2021.With John Hassall and Stuart Baird. Music by Les Willox....more59minPlay
December 17, 2020Christmas Special 2020 - Ayrshire's Dual Carriageway Secrets.In our 2020 Christmas special, we are taking a deep dive into the history of Ayrshire's extensive dual carriageway system. Covering the A71, A77, A78, A79 and even the A76, we reveal several surprising facts and figures! We also discuss the imminent launch of our brand new website.With Stuart, John and Nick....more1h 10minPlay
November 30, 2020The A8 and A78 - Inverclyde's Expressways?We are turning our attention westwards in this episode as we take a deep dive into the A8 and A78 in Inverclyde. Dualled throughout the 1970s and 80s, the A8 has many interesting features and quirks. On the A78 we consider the dualled section at the former IBM plant and a few extra thrown in. With Stuart Baird and John Hassall.Recorded via Zoom, hence poor audio quality than usual. ...more56minPlay
November 12, 2020M73: Strategic Link or Glorified Slip Road?In this episode we take a deep dive into the history of the M73. From its origins to more recent upgrades, we consider whether the motorway is a crucial piece of Glasgow's motorway puzzle or nothing more than an extra long slip road.With John Hassall and Stuart Baird....more51minPlay
October 22, 2020Roads Policing Update with PC NickPC Nick joins us to give an update on roads policing in Glasgow. We have a particular focus on how the pandemic has changed traffic levels and on future technology. We also discuss our new website, due to launch this December.With Stuart Baird and John Hassall....more54minPlay
October 08, 2020The M8 Renfrew Motorway: A RevisitIn this episode we revisit the M8 Renfrew Motorway as it celebrates its 44th birthday. Lots of new things to discuss in this deep delve into its history. We also have an update on our digitisation efforts and some upcoming features.With John Hassall and Stuart Baird....more55minPlay
September 24, 2020The A9: Part 2 - Perth to ThursoPart 2 of a two part series discussing the A9, one of Scotland's most important trunk roads.Stuart and John are joined by Duncan Macknight, an A9 history researcher and GMA member as they take a deep dive into one of the UK's longest roads. In part 2 we consider the sections between Perth to Thurso in more detail. Prepare to be blown away with many new facts, figures and previously untold tales!...more1h 4minPlay
September 10, 2020The A9: Part 1 - Route History & Stirling to PerthPart 1 of a two part series discussing the A9, one of Scotland's most important trunk roads.Stuart and John are joined by Duncan Macknight, an A9 history researcher and GMA member as they take a deep dive into one of the UK's longest roads. In part 1 we consider the history of the route from Edinburgh to Thurso before discussing the Stirling to Perth section in more detail. Prepare to be blown away with many new facts, figures and previously untold tales!...more51minPlay
August 27, 2020Famous Glasgow Streets: How the Motorways Changed ThemIn this episode Stuart and John discuss 12 of Glasgow's famous streets and how the construction of the motorway affected them. Those covered in Alexandra Parade, Sauchiehall Street, Buchanan Street and Argyle Street.With Stuart Baird and John Hassall....more1h 2minPlay
August 13, 2020UK Urban Motorways: Glasgow Vs The RestIn this episode, John and Stuart consider urban motorways in the UK and discuss how Glasgow compares. Is Glasgow the best? Or are there better options elsewhere? Tune in and find out.With John Hassall and Stuart Baird Music by Les Willox....more57minPlay
FAQs about The Scottish Roadscast:How many episodes does The Scottish Roadscast have?The podcast currently has 101 episodes available.