Podcast series focussed on Scotland’s post-1945 roads, bridges and motorways. Produced by the Scottish Roads Archive, this lighthearted educational show features regular guests and covers a variety of transport related subjects from across the country.
Episodes
Thursday Nov 12, 2020
Thursday Nov 12, 2020
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.
Thursday Oct 22, 2020
Thursday Oct 22, 2020
PC 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.
Thursday Oct 08, 2020
Thursday Oct 08, 2020
In 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.
Thursday Sep 24, 2020
Thursday Sep 24, 2020
Part 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!
Thursday Sep 10, 2020
Thursday Sep 10, 2020
Part 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!
Thursday Aug 27, 2020
Thursday Aug 27, 2020
In 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.
Thursday Aug 13, 2020
Thursday Aug 13, 2020
In 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.
Thursday Jul 23, 2020
Thursday Jul 23, 2020
In this podcast we take a deep dive into the classification of roads across Scotland and the history of network maintenance. Learn about what's trunk or primary, special and unclassified! Following that we look at 60 years of network maintenance. Not one to be missed!
With Stuart Baird and John Hassall.
Released 23/07/2020.
Music:
“Drawing Mazes”
Podington Bear
From the Free Music Archive
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Friday Jul 10, 2020
Friday Jul 10, 2020
In this episode we analyse the history and construction of the M9 Edinburgh to Stirling motorway. Filled with new facts and figures, and with personal anecdotes from original engineers on the job, this podcast is not to be missed!
With John Hassall and Stuart Baird.
Released July 10th 2020.
Monday Jun 22, 2020
Monday Jun 22, 2020
Celebrating 50 years of the M8 Kingston Bridge on June 26th 2020. This is the second part of a two part special.
Part 2 covers: the early years of the bridge, the major strengthening and refurbishment works, the bridge today and the future.
We also discuss our planned celebrations.
With Stuart Baird and John Hassall
Revised to correct sound issues.
Music:
“Drawing Mazes”
Podington Bear
From the Free Music Archive
CC BY-NC 3.0 (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/)
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Monday Jun 15, 2020
Monday Jun 15, 2020
Celebrating 50 years of the M8 Kingston Bridge on June 26th 2020. This is the first part of a two part special.
Part 1 covers: planning and design, construction and opening.
With Stuart Baird and John Hassall
Music:
“Drawing Mazes”
Podington Bear
From the Free Music Archive
CC BY-NC 3.0 (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/)
https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/
Thursday May 14, 2020
Thursday May 14, 2020
In episode 28 we go back to the 1950s and 60s to determine why the M8 through Glasgow is built where it is! We have a specific focus on the city's Comprehensive Development Areas (CDAs), areas earmarked for complete redevelopment. CDA plans led to the demolition of existing properties, shops and in some cases roads. There were 29 CDAs throughout Glasgow, though only some were taken forward and the locations of some will reveal crucial facts about the motorway corridor!
With Stuart Baird and John Hassall.
Friday May 01, 2020
Friday May 01, 2020
In episode 27 we delve deep into the history of the M80 and the M876, key links in Scotland's motorway system. Loved and loathed in equal measure, the routes have a history spanning six decades. We consider what the future might hold and reveal unknown facts about the M80 "Kelvin Valley" option.
We also squeeze in some of your questions and discuss an upcoming event.
Hosted by Stuart Baird and John Hassall.
Wednesday Apr 22, 2020
Wednesday Apr 22, 2020
In episode 26 we head east to Edinburgh to discuss its much maligned bypass. Love it or loathe it, the A720 has an array of facts and figures just waiting to be discussed. Join us as we tell the story of how it came to be and discuss its performance.
We squeeze in some of your A720 questions too.
Hosted by John Hassall and Stuart Baird. Lothian
Friday Apr 10, 2020
Friday Apr 10, 2020
In episode 25 we discuss the M74 Completion project (which stretched from the M8 at Kingston to Fullarton Road) as it approaches it 9th anniversary. We also answer a ton of listener questions and have a new appeal for information. Remember to leave us a rating if you use Apple Podcasts.
With John Hassall and Stuart Baird.