Road XS Podcast
Welcome to The Road XS Podcast: The Road Ahead, the Podcast for all things transport and community transport. Whether you’re a seasoned professional, a dedicated volunteer, or simply passionate about the future of transport, this podcast is your go-to resource for insightful conversations and the latest innovations in the field. Each episode, we dive deep into the challenges and opportunities facing the transport sector, with a special focus on community transport. Join us as we navigate the changing landscape of transport, share inspiring stories from the frontline, and provide valuable tips and strategies to help you stay ahead in this dynamic industry. Whether you’re looking to learn, connect, or be inspired, The Road XS Podcast: The Road Ahead is here to drive the conversation forward. Visit www.roadxs.com for more information.
Episodes
Wednesday Feb 27, 2019
The Decline of the Community Bus Service
Wednesday Feb 27, 2019
Wednesday Feb 27, 2019
In this episode we take a look at the impact the decline of the community bus service has on local areas and whether anything can be done to bridge the gap. Find out more at www.roadxs.com and feel free to get in touch with your thoughts, feedback and ideas!
Thursday Feb 21, 2019
How to Handle Increased Passenger Demand and Growth
Thursday Feb 21, 2019
Thursday Feb 21, 2019
In this episode we take a look at how you can handle increased passenger demand on your transport services. We highlight some of the key methods and features within Road XS to meet this increased demand and remain completely in control. Find out more about Road XS at www.roadxs.com
Wednesday Feb 06, 2019
What's the Future for Community Transport?
Wednesday Feb 06, 2019
Wednesday Feb 06, 2019
In this episode we take a look at what might be in store for community transport services as autonomous vehicles, drones and flying cars take to our skies. Can technology really give you the confidence and safety that a volunteer or professional driver can? We also talk about whether software actually reduces our intelligence and basic knowledge of the local area and whether this is a good or bad thing? Let us know what you think by visiting our website at www.roadxs.com and start a chat with us. Happy listening!
Tuesday Jan 29, 2019
The Shortfalls of Using a Spreadsheet vs Road XS
Tuesday Jan 29, 2019
Tuesday Jan 29, 2019
Whilst a spreadsheet is a great tool to get you started in setting up your community transport services, it's not an appropriate solution beyond 10 passengers. In this episode we examine the shortfalls of using a spreadsheet and how they actually create stress, inefficiencies and means you're likely not meeting basic GDPR compliance.
Sunday Dec 30, 2018
Why The Closure of UK Bus Routes is More Damaging Than You Think
Sunday Dec 30, 2018
Sunday Dec 30, 2018
Buses are the most commonly used form of public transport in the UK with some 4,941 million journeys made in 2016/17. Despite this, cuts continue to happen across the country. This is a problem for society. In this episode we take a look at the implications this has on people's lives, their health and social inclusion. We also look at how technology is help fill in the gaps for closed bus routes.You can find out more about all things Road XS at www.roadxs.com
Sunday Dec 30, 2018
The Road Ahead
Sunday Dec 30, 2018
Sunday Dec 30, 2018
In this edition we take a look back on where Road XS started and where we're heading in 2019. We also discuss the 5 main things we have learnt about community transport to date and the impact this has had on people's lives. You can find out more about all things Road XS at www.roadxs.com
Sunday Dec 30, 2018
How to Increase Your Volunteer Drivers
Sunday Dec 30, 2018
Sunday Dec 30, 2018
Volunteer drivers are the lifeblood of any community transport service. In this podcast we look at ways of attracting new volunteer drivers, keeping your current ones and ways to further market your community transport services. We also help define the types of people who would be a good fit for your community transport services and strategies to help engage them.
You can find out more about all things Road XS at www.roadxs.com