Road to 2050

Nov 05 2023 23 ep. 4 mins 289

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Find out more about why roads are built and how they help us get around the country with Road to 2050.

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Your Ideas for Better Roads (Road to 2050)

Nov 05 2023 9 mins

We've received your ideas for how to improve our roads. They include recharging strips, solar panels, safe passages for animals and drones for traffic jams! Civil engineer Andy Graham is here to listen to the winning ideas and provide his engineering expertise to see if they can be brought to life. Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus See omnystudio.com/listener fo

Reducing the Carbon Footprint of Our Roads (Road to 2050)

Aug 01 2023 4 mins

Road travel is a high carbon way to get around. Whilst electric cars and renewable fuels might help reduce emissions, it’s not just vehicles we need to consider – what about streetlights and signs? Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Autonomous Vehicles and Road Design (Road to 2050)

Aug 01 2023 4 mins

Autonomous self-driving vehicles are set to become a common sight on our roads. So how will our roads need to change to accommodate these new methods of transport? Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Using Technology in Road Design (Road to 2050)

Jul 31 2023 5 mins

Roads need to evolve and use developing technologies for the benefit of users, which may transform the way our roads are used and operated. Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Roads Aren't Just for Cars (Road to 2050)

Jul 28 2023 5 mins

Our roads need to balance needs and movement of all who share the road space – cars, buses, lorries… cycles and scooters too. Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Impact of Extreme Weather on Roads (Road to 2050)

Jul 27 2023 4 mins

Changing weather patterns will impact the quality of our roads and how we can use them. How can alternative design and construction help? Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Making Roads Easy to Understand (Road to 2050)

Jul 25 2023 5 mins

Making roads and traffic conditions easy to understand, helps make them safer. But with more and more people using the roads, how can technology help? Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Future Materials for our Roads (Road to 2050)

Jul 24 2023 5 mins

Roads use a lot of asphalt, cement, concrete and steel. How can we think smarter about materials we use, keeping sustainability in mind - and what’s the future for our arch nemesis - the pothole? Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wildlife and Our Roads (Road to 2050)

Jul 23 2023 5 mins

Roads don’t just impact humans but also the environment, biodiversity and habitats. Striking a balance between improving infrastructure and reducing negative environmental and social impacts is an important part of good road design. Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Your Road Questions Answered (Are We There Yet?)

Mar 06 2020 12 mins

Dan & Bex have been on an amazing road trip and learnt all about roads along the way! They both had LOADS of questions before they started and it looks like you guys do too, so in this special podcast Dan & Bex are answering your questions all about roads. Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.