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 engi

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

Aug 1st, 2023 4m 45s

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.

Autonomous Vehicles and Road Design (Road to 2050)

Aug 1st, 2023 4m 59s

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/plusSee omnystudio.com/listener

Using Technology in Road Design (Road to 2050)

Jul 31st, 2023 5m 28s

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/plusSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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

Jul 28th, 2023 5m 7s

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/plusSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Impact of Extreme Weather on Roads (Road to 2050)

Jul 27th, 2023 4m 39s

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/plusSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Making Roads Easy to Understand (Road to 2050)

Jul 25th, 2023 5m 2s

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/plusSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

Future Materials for our Roads (Road to 2050)

Jul 25th, 2023 5m 43s

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

Wildlife and Our Roads (Road to 2050)

Jul 24th, 2023 5m 2s

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 Ki

Your Road Questions Answered (Are We There Yet?)

Mar 6th, 2020 12m 19s

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

Making Roads Suitable For Everyone (Are We There Yet?)

Feb 14th, 2020 3m 52s

Bex and Dan are on a road trip finding and think about what makes a really great road. They've decided that a great road is for everyone - not just cars!Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plusSee omnystudio.com/listener for privac

Making Roads Useful (Are We There Yet?)

Feb 13th, 2020 3m 56s

Dan and Bex are getting a bit lost. They found out that some roads are more helpful than others. It seems a great road has to be useful - not useless!Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plusSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy i

Making Roads Safe (Are We There Yet?)

Feb 12th, 2020 4m 10s

Bex and Dan are on a road. An accident ahead has slowed things down and has got them thinking about why it's important for roads to be safe and how this can be achieved. Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plusSee omnystudio.com/li

Making Roads Shareable With Nature (Are We There Yet?)

Feb 11th, 2020 3m 29s

Bex and Dan are on a road trip finding out what makes a great road. Driving in the countryside has got them thinking about how we share our roads with nature!Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plusSee omnystudio.com/listener for p

Managing Traffic: Roundabouts (Are We There Yet?)

Dec 18th, 2019 4m 6s