Episodes

  • 29. The History of the M8 Motorway
    Nov 8 2024

    In this episode of the Scottish Roadscast Stuart and Duncan take a deep dive into the history of the M8 motorway. They discuss the development of the route in the 1960s, its construction in the 1970s, 80s and 90s and consider some more recent developments.

    Released November 2024.

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    56 mins
  • 28. The Science of Surfacing
    Oct 21 2024

    In this episode of the Scottish Roadscast, Stuart and John are joined by Kevin Dunn, a Scottish surfacing guru! Kevin provides a fascinating insight into the science behind surfacing and the ways in which its condition is monitored and improved.

    Released October 2024.

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    1 hr and 1 min
  • 27. Sixty Years of the Forth Road Bridge
    Sep 12 2024

    In this episode of the Scottish Roadscast Stuart (yes, he's back!) and John celebrate sixty years of the Forth Road Bridge!

    Released September 2024.

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    42 mins
  • 26. From Fife to Aberdeen: Secrets of the A92
    Jul 5 2024

    In this episode of the Scottish Roadscast, John and Duncan take a close look at the history of the A92, Scotland easternmost trunk road. Running from Fife to Aberdeen via the Tay Road Bridge, Dundee, Arbroath and Stonehaven, it's on the country's most interesting routes. Packed with all-new historical information and not to be missed.

    Released July 2024.

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    40 mins
  • 25. Highland Highway: The A9 from Perth to Inverness
    Jun 7 2024

    In this episode of the Scottish Roadscast, Duncan and John discuss the history of the A9 between Perth and Inverness, one Scotland's most famous sections of trunk road. Packed with all new historical information, this episode is not to be missed.

    Released June 2024.

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    55 mins
  • 24. Speed Limits - Past, Present and Future!
    May 3 2024

    In this episode of the Scottish Roadscast, John and Duncan raise the subject of speed limits. They discuss the history behind them, and how they developed, before considering changes being made today and what the future might hold.

    Released May 2024.

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    56 mins
  • 23. Defending Scotland's Two Lane Motorways
    Mar 29 2024

    In this episode of the Scottish Roadscast, John and Stuart discuss the ins and outs of what makes a motorway a 'Special Road'. They also consider Scotland's network of two lane motorways and explain why they are just as 'Special' as those seen elsewhere in the UK.

    Released March 2024.

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    44 mins
  • 22. Roads in Towns - Did We Get It Wrong?
    Feb 23 2024

    In this episode of the Scottish Roadscast, John considers our relationship with the car, its convenience and the current debate around whether there are too many cars in towns. Did the planners of the 1960s get it wrong? Or are we lucky to have access to such an extensive road network? You decide, and be sure to let us know your thoughts!

    Released February 2024.

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    58 mins