Roads: A Traffic Podcast

Why are the MBTA lines named after colors? Also, who the H-E-Double-Hockey-Sticks is Charlie and why is he the name of the card we use to ride the trains? I have those answers. To send topics, ideas, or stories: RoadsPodcast@TTWNetwork.com

October 1st, 1908, Ford's Model T was available for the common person to own. Should electric cars follow in the same footsteps?

Starting November 1st 2022, forgetting to get an inspection sticker could cost you!

A recent post on Reddit revealed that after the Orange Line work is completed, the Red Line will be the next of the MBTA to have a similar shutdown. This work may be happening sooner then you think. *this story is still developing*

Mark the calendars! Starting August 19 the entire Orange Line of the MBTA will be shut down for 30 straight days. Will this solve the problem and why just 30 days? Also, how can you get around without it? Listen to this short episode to get all the info you need.

Yes, there IS a difference. Take a listen.

You now have the song stuck in your head. Here's a little history of the industry that keeps our cars looking nice!

Summer is coming to Boston! Time for some major roadwork. This time, the Sumner Tunnel, is getting a makeover but it's going to take more than this summer to finish.

Are you a member of the rebellion or an officer in the Empire? Taking a trip away from the asphalt and a look into the star ships from a galaxy far, far away.

A little history of the iconic car that aids Batman in his crusade on crime.

It's the "thump" you dread to feel. Potholes...New England's mortal enemies. Here's how to report one and tips to get your money back.

'Tis the season for Christmas Tree shopping....fa alala lalala. Here are 5 tips to make sure you (and the tree) make it home in one piece.

On the second Monday in August, the roads are quiet in Rhode Island.

There's a minimum requirement on how high a bridge and overpass needs to be if it crosses over any interstate road. Is Massachusetts just doing the minimum or was this poor planning on the driver? Plus, now that the lanes on RT 93 South are open, what's next?

Another bridge on I-93 South was hit?! Take a listen to see how the bridge repair at the Roosevelt Circle overpass is going to effect your ride on I-93 but also the surrounding roads.

It's dangerous, yes, but each state has their own set of laws on the subject of riding in an open pickup truck bed. What are the ones for Massachusetts and the rest of New England? It may surprise you!

More roadwork on the weekends! Starting on Friday, July 18th and going through August several bridges on the Mass Pike/I-90 are going to be replaced. Find out which ones will slow down your ride.

So what is going on with getting a Massachusetts Inspection Sticker?

The year is 1956 and the Interstate is being built. Wait, don't you mean highways? And what's the difference between a road, street, and avenue? It's all broken down in this episode.

Fellow traffic reporter Zachary Babb of Total Traffic & Weather Network in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas is here to discuss how the current chaotic weather is impacting travel on the roads in his area and chat about that deadly 100+ car pile up that was in the news.

In this episode, what is happening on 93 southbound and rt 125 in Wilmington? Also, an update with the state-wide exit renumbering.

Every four years, the city of Washington, D.C. shuts down many roads around our nations capital to welcome the elected President of United States of America. Here's a look of how the city prepares for such an event and how a city like Boston is also affected.

From the on-going highway exit re-numbering to an upcoming bridge replacement project in Worcester County this summer, here are some of the latest projects that could delay you in 2021.

In the latest series of 'Get To Know Your Reporter' I am joined by WCVB NewsCenter 5's Katie Thompson from The Eye Opener chatting about the roads of Boston, her career, and how it's okay to enjoy a pizza with black olives as a topping.

From the copter to the TV to the airwaves Kevin Brennan from WBZ News Radio 1030 joins me to discuss his career and love for Marvel Movies.

Live on location (and eating crispelli's) with David Struff from WBZ. We learn about how he got started in radio and learn a little about the latest project out on the roads...the re-numbering of the highway exit numbers. Take a listen!

She flies high in the sky in the cozy WBZ helicopter during the busiest times of the day. Get to know Kristen Eck from her career, hobbies, and her amazing life journey.

If you have ever asked yourself "how DO the anchors get their traffic information", this is the episode for you!

He's on-air on WATD-FM, WBZ-AM, back-up anchor to the traffic helicopter, news reporter, traffic producer, fill-in anchor, landscaper, world-traveler...did I miss anything? He does a lot. Let's get to know David Cedrone.

In this episode you will get to know Jeanne Grant from your morning drive on Boston radio. We discuss all the work she does on and off the air, her radio story, and the origin of her on-air name.

Get to know afternoon traffic reporter Beth Foster. Stations include: WHDH Channel 7, Bloomberg 106.1, SiriusXM, WPLM, and more!

Join your friendly neighborhood traffic reporter from Total Traffic and Weather Network, Dan Mazella, on what to expect from this new podcast that will help your drive and commute around Boston and New England.