Good Roads publishes a quarterly magazine that looks at all things infrastructure and transportation that effects our municipal members across Ontario. In this podcast we will select a couple of interesting or pressing articles from the magazine and expand upon and discuss them.
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Sep 28, 2026 · 24:21
This week, Thomas and Andrew unpack three stories that explore trucking safety, transit investment, and the future of vehicle safety technology. 🚛 Ontario Takes the Wheel on…
Sep 21, 2026 · 27:07
This week, Thomas and Andrew unpack three stories that explore civic engagement, procurement policy, and the future of rural mobility. 🕳️ Pothole Politics Is Mobilizing Gen Z A…
Sep 14, 2026 · 29:41
This week, Thomas and Andrew unpack three stories that could reshape passenger rail, connected vehicle technology, and the way we think about speeding. 🚆 VIA Rail Gets a Major…
Jun 29, 2026 · 28:35
In this episode of the Good Roads Podcast , Thomas and Andrew break down the latest transportation and infrastructure stories affecting municipalities across Ontario and Canada.…
Jun 22, 2026 · 32:49
This week’s episode explores citizen engagement in road maintenance, ambitious active transportation targets, and an innovative approach to long-term infrastructure funding. 🕳️…
Jun 15, 2026 · 28:34
This week’s episode looks at changing traffic safety policies, the growing trend of infrastructure uploading, and concerns over the long-term performance of low-volume road…
Jun 8, 2026 · 30:24
This week’s episode focuses on infrastructure funding, northern highway safety, and how Ontario’s evolving e-bike rules could change transportation for families. 💰 Would You Pay…
Jun 1, 2026 · 32:05
This week’s episode explores three stories focused on maintenance, regulation, and the long-term cost of infrastructure decisions: 🛠️ A Community Approach to Pothole Repairs A…
May 25, 2026 · 29:51
This week’s episode explores three stories shaping the future of enforcement, transportation planning, and vehicle technology: 🔊 The Rise of Noise Cameras As warmer weather…
May 19, 2026 · 32:07
This week’s episode explores three stories shaping driver behaviour, urban congestion, and road safety culture: 🚓 Canada Road Safety Week Returns Police services across the…
May 11, 2026 · 29:48
This week’s episode explores three stories shaping the future of road safety, driver behaviour, and freight transportation: 🚦 Europe’s Road Safety Reality Check The European…
May 4, 2026 · 29:31
This week’s episode explores three evolving approaches to funding, safety, and mobility: 💰 The Return of Tolling Debates Highway tolling is resurfacing as provinces look for…
Apr 29, 2026 · 33:24
This week’s episode explores three major shifts in how infrastructure is funded, managed, and regulated: 🛣️ A National Case for Highways 11 & 17 Ontario ministers are urging the…
Apr 20, 2026 · 31:26
This week’s episode covers three stories shaping the future of transportation technology, procurement policy, and road infrastructure: 🤖 Waymo Looks to Test in Toronto…
Apr 13, 2026 · 30:33
This week’s episode explores three big-picture shifts shaping how we plan, measure, and use transportation systems: 🚄 Growing Support for High-Speed Rail Public support is…
Mar 23, 2026 · 31:40
This week’s episode explores three critical issues impacting national connectivity, road safety, and the future of public transit funding: 🛣️ Northern Highways Under Pressure…
Mar 16, 2026 · 25:53
This week’s episode covers three stories shaping the future of transportation, infrastructure technology, and driver behaviour: 🚄 High-Speed Rail Meets Local Resistance Canada’s…
Mar 9, 2026 · 26:44
This week’s episode explores three major issues shaping the future of infrastructure, environmental stewardship, and transportation policy: 🛣️ Ring of Fire Roads Accelerated The…
Mar 2, 2026 · 23:55
This week’s episode explores three stories shaping municipal authority, cross-border infrastructure, and the evolving world of autonomous vehicles: 🏗️ Municipalities Challenge…
Feb 23, 2026 · 23:03
This week’s episode covers three major developments affecting road construction, safety outcomes, and municipal funding: 🛣️ Mandatory Municipal Road Standards Proposed The…
Feb 17, 2026 · 22:41
This week’s episode covers three stories that highlight the real-world challenges facing municipalities during winter and beyond: ❄️ When Snow Becomes a Launch Pad Several…
Feb 9, 2026 · 23:33
This week, our hosts discuss three developments shaping roads, transit, and infrastructure funding in Canada and beyond: 🚜 Advocating for Safer Rural Roads Good Roads President…
Feb 6, 2026 · 22:00
This week, our hosts dig into three developments that matter to municipalities across Ontario and beyond: 🏗 Buy Ontario Rules: What Municipalities Need to Know New regulations…
Dec 2, 2025 · 45:31
Why do so many infrastructure projects—big or small—go over budget, run late, or fall apart? And how can Ontario’s municipalities avoid the same fate? In this episode of the Good…
Jun 2, 2025 · 53:21
In this episode of the Good Roads Podcast , Ontario Regional Chief Abram Benedict joins us for a vital conversation on Indigenous leadership, municipal collaboration, and…
Apr 30, 2025 · 50:06
In this powerful episode of the Good Roads Podcast, co-hosts Thomas Barakat and Andrew Blackburn sit down with Eleanor McMahon — founder of the Share the Road Cycling Coalition…
Feb 19, 2025 · 52:24
Dr. Wes Marshall, professor of civil engineering and urban planning at the University of Colorado, Denver, joins the Good Roads Podcast to discuss road safety and outdated…
Nov 21, 2024 · 50:40
David Zipper, senior fellow at the MIT Mobility Initiative and transportation policy expert, recently joined Good Roads Podcast hosts Thomas Barakat and Andrew Blackburn. Zipper…
Aug 20, 2024 · 57:35
In this episode, we dive into the complexities of municipal winter maintenance with expert instructors from Good Roads Snow School. As winter approaches, learn essential…
Jul 30, 2024 · 53:37
In Episode 34 of the Good Roads Podcast, Jared and guest host Dr. James Smith interview Brian Keierleber, the County Engineer for Buchanan County, Iowa. Brian is a a keynote…
Jul 23, 2024 · 37:42
In this episode of the Good Roads Podcast, host Jared LeMay dives into the ambitious Downtown Revitalization Project in Brantford. With guest Gagan Batra, Manager of Business…
Mar 25, 2024 · 44:32
In this episode of the Good Roads Podcast, Thomas and Jared talk with renowned climate scientist, and keynote speaker at this years Good Roads Conference, Katharine Hayhoe.…
Jan 22, 2024 · 54:01
In this compelling episode of the Good Roads podcast, hosts Thomas and Jared engage in a thought-provoking conversation with urban planner and renowned walkability advocate, Jeff…
Oct 16, 2023 · 1:04:11
Thomas and Jared enter their second day of training on the path to becoming Certified Road Safety Auditors through Good Roads' new course. After a long day of class, they sit…
Sep 12, 2023 · 45:39
In episode 29 of the Good Roads Podcast, Thomas and Jared explore the inspiring collaboration between municipalities and Indigenous communities as they navigate sustainable…
Jul 31, 2023 · 53:37
On this episode of the Good Roads Podcast, Thomas and Jared speak with Dr. Nicholas Duck, an organizational psychologist and head of Opposite, a company that looks at human…
May 24, 2023 · 50:21
On this episode of the Good Roads Podcast, Thomas and Jared speak with Pierre Ranger, Chair of the Let's Remember Adam: Stop for the School Bus campaign. Pierre addressed…
Apr 5, 2023 · 49:03
Sunil Johal, the Vice President of Public Policy at the CSA Group joins Thomas & Jared on the Good Roads Podcast ahead of this address at the Good Roads Conference. The CSA Group…
Mar 27, 2023 · 43:47
On this episode of the Good Roads Podcast Thomas and Jared talk to Brent Toderian, a renowned urbanist and city planner, and keynote speaker at this years Good Roads Conference .…
Feb 13, 2023 · 46:37
With the Good Roads Conference fast approaching, Thomas and Jared reach halfway across the world to chat with conference speaker Kenn Beer of Safe System Solutions. Together they…
Jan 30, 2023 · 55:30
Bill 23: https://www.ola.org/en/legislative-bu... Veteran Ontario Liberals want Green MPP Mike Schreiner to be their leader: https://www.thestar.com/politics/prov...…
Dec 2, 2022 · 48:41
https://otc.org/ - Ontario Traffic Council https://twitter.com/Goodroads https://www.instagram.com/on.goodroads/ https://www.facebook.com/goodroads.ca…
Nov 14, 2022 · 45:09
Municipal Liability: Traffic Collisions Course - https://goodroads.ca/courses/municipality-liability-traffic-collisions/ Milestones Podcast: Episode 11 - Rising Municipal…
Oct 18, 2022 · 43:08
Oh Behave! The Annual Cybersecurity Attitudes and Behaviors Report 2022 - https://staysafeonline.org/online-safety-privacy-basics/oh-behave/ National Cybersecurity Alliance -…
Sep 26, 2022 · 55:21
https://twitter.com/GoodRoads https://www.instagram.com/on.goodroads/ https://www.facebook.com/goodroads.ca http://www.linkedin.com/company/goodr... https://goodroads.ca/…
May 17, 2022 · 1:24:25
Good Roads Election Priorities: https://www.ogra.org/news-and-issues/... 2022 Good Roads Conference Videos: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list... Good Roads Podcast: Episode…
Feb 22, 2022 · 44:31
Show Notes: 2022 Good Roads Pre-Budget Submission: https://www.ogra.org/news-and-issues/advocacy-efforts/submissions.html Good Roads Podcast - Beyond Carbon Neutral:…
Feb 1, 2022 · 45:00
Show Notes: The New Localism - https://www.thenewlocalism.com/ The New Localism: How Cities Can Thrive in the Age of Populism -…
Nov 8, 2021 · 32:15
Show Notes: Strong Towns - https://www.strongtowns.org/ Confessions of a Recovering Engineer: Transportation for a Strong Town - https://www.confessions.engineer/ Strong Towns…
Sep 13, 2021 · 54:50
Intro Music: Higher Up by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com Conservative Party of Canada Platform - https://www.conservative.ca/plan/ Liberal Party of Canada Platform…
Jul 26, 2021 · 41:02
Intro Music: Higher Up by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com Storykeepers: Lets Talk Indigenous Books - https://storykeeperspodcast.ca/ Bob Joseph: 21 Things You May…
Jun 21, 2021 · 50:43
Intro Music: Higher Up by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com Hamilton's Carbon Negative RNG Bus - https://www.hamilton.ca/government-in... Milestones Magazine: Carbon…
May 17, 2021 · 43:03
Intro Music: Higher Up by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com Escalating Cost of Municipal Claims - https://bit.ly/3opABkk Intact Public Entities -…
Apr 12, 2021 · 54:19
Intro Music: Higher Up by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com 2021 OGRA Conference - http://www.OGRAConference.ca Why objections to Highway 413 are misguided -…
Feb 1, 2021 · 40:51
Intro Music: Higher Up by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com Mixing and Mastering by Proximity Sound - http://www.proximitysound.com/ C40 Climate Leadership Group -…
Jan 11, 2021 · 51:47
Intro Music: Higher Up by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com Mixing and Mastering by Proximity Sound Plug n' Drive - https://www.plugndrive.ca/ Condo Charging -…
Nov 19, 2020 · 46:51
Intro Music: Higher Up by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com Mixing and Mastering by Proximity Sound - http://proximitysound.com/ CAPP Context -…
Oct 19, 2020 · 36:49
Intro Music: Higher Up by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com Mixing and Mastering by Proximity Sound Managing Winter Operations Workshop - https://cvent.me/MQaDWa…
Jul 13, 2020 · 39:53
Intro Music: Higher Up by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com The Seventh Son - theseventhson.ca/ The Silverbacks - thesilverbacks.ca/ OGRA Webinars -…
Jun 16, 2020 · 34:17
Intro Music: Higher Up by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com 2020 Milestones: Summer Edition - http://online.fliphtml5.com/jgfei/ljvb/#p=4 2019 OGRA Conference: Mark…
Apr 24, 2020 · 32:49
Intro Music: Higher Up by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com Ottawa seeks ‘shovel-ready’ projects for post shutdown stimulus plan -…
Mar 4, 2020 · 39:06
Intro Music: Higher Up by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com 2020 OGRA Conference: Dr. Daniel Bear www.OGRA.org For questions or comments drop us a message at…
Jan 20, 2020 · 32:36
Intro Music: Higher Up by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com Milestones Podcast Episode 0: https://milestones-the-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes OGRA Conference Site:…
Dec 12, 2019 · 35:44
Intro Music: Higher Up by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com 2019 Milestones Winter Edition: http://online.fliphtml5.com/jgfei/tvmz/ Vision Zero Press Conference:…
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