The Scottish Roadscast

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-war roads, bridges, and motorways. With regular insights from industry experts and special guests, it’s the only such podcast in Scotland!As of 2025, the series has captured the ears of over 100,000 listeners and is available on all your favorite podcast platforms, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, and Podbean. Tune in and join us on the journey!

The Scottish Roadscast is a history podcast hosted by Scottish Roads Archive, with 89 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Scottish Roads Archive hosts The Scottish Roadscast, a history show with 89 episodes published.

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  Episode #85

  49. Tay Road Bridge at 60: Stories, Secrets & Six Decades of History

  Aug 8, 20261h 7m

  Get ready for a special episode of the Scottish Roadscast as Stuart and Duncan celebrate an incredible sixty years of the Tay Road Bridge! To mark this landmark anniversary, they’ve headed along the Tay to Dundee to chat with Bridge Manager Alan Hutchison. Join us for a fascinating deep dive into the history, legacy, and lasting appeal of this much-loved east coast icon. With Stuart Baird and Duncan Macknight. Released August 2026.

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  Episode #84

  48. The A725: The History of the Coatbridge to East Kilbride Road

  Jul 9, 202639 min

  In this episode of the Scottish Roadscast John and Stuart consider the history behind the A725, a strategic trunk road that links Coatbridge and East Kilbride via the M8 and M74. The route was built in several discrete stages from the 1950s to the 1990s. Our "From the Archive" feature will return later this year. With Stuart Baird and John Hassall. Released July 2026.

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  Episode #83

  47. The A71: The History of the Edinburgh to Irvine Road

  Jun 11, 20261h 16m

  In this episode of the Scottish Roadscast John and Stuart consider the history behind the A71, the cross country route between Edinburgh and Irvine. The route has many varied sections and some very interesting features which are covered in the usual detail. Much of the information presented in this episode has only recently been unearthed! Our "From the Archive" feature will return later this year. With Stuart Baird and John Hassall. Released June 2026.

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  Episode #82

  46. A9 Dualling - Progress at Last?

  May 15, 202634 minS0

  <p>In this episode of the Scottish Roadscast Duncan gives an update on the dualling of the A9 between Perth and Inverness. Is progress finally being made towards the completion of this impressive and much needed project? He also considers why the existing road wasn't dualled from the outset.</p> <p>Our "From the Archive" feature takes a look at a document from the early 2000s that considered previous updates to the route. A fascinating insight of considerations 25 years ago and well worth a read. You'll find it at https://www.scottishroadsarchive.org/roadscast as usual.</p> <p>With Duncan...

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  Episode #81

  45. The A80: The History of the Glasgow to Stirling Road

  Apr 9, 202632 minS0

  <p>In this episode of the Scottish Roadscast Stuart and Duncan consider the history behind the A80, once the main route between Glasgow and Stirling. Most of the route was upgraded to dual carriageway in the 1950s and 60s transforming road travel between the two cities. Much of the information presented in this episode has only recently been unearthed!</p> <p>Our "From the Archive" feature takes a look at a 1990s consultation document which details option for the upgrade of the route to motorway. You can view the document here: https://www.scottishroadsarchive.org/roadscast </p> <p>With Stuart B...

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